SunCafe Organic is one of my number one spots for impressive vegan cuisine. Their completely plant-based menu is far from boring, offering up everything from clean salads to creative vegan versions of pizzas, tacos, and milkshakes. The location has an attractive outdoor seating area lined with greenery and a fire pit. SunCafe is definitely a quintessential LA eatery with its health-conscience and seasonal offerings…
If you are vegan, gluten-free, and craving comfort food, SunCafe is your spot. The popular Mac & Cheese made with quinoa pasta and cashew cheese is surprisingly creamy, cheesy and flavorful. The GF pizza, however, was definitely my favorite. Several variations of pizza are offered, like Margherita, pesto, and fig. I tried the daily special which was a Mexican pizza. I have tried many GF pizza crusts before, and SunCafe is 100% up there with the best of them! I’m glad I had the opportunity to try the lettuce leaf tacos because I was skeptical about the “SunChorizo,” a vegan chorizo substitute. Although it tasted far from the real thing, I thought it was delicious and flavorful. I also loved that SunCafe used nuts to create meat substitutes, unlike some vegan places that only incorporate soy-based products. Next time I visit, I’m definitely ordering the vegan nachos with the SunChorizo, nacho cheese, guacamole, pico de gallo, jalapeño, green onion, & cashew sour cream. Sun also offers smoothies, salads, tacos, curry, burgers, and an entire brunch menu. You can’t leave SunCafe without trying one of their incredible desserts! My favorite was the pistachio ice cream sandwich made with coconut milk based ice cream. However, the almond butter cheesecake was exceptionally decadent and delicious, as well.
SunCafe incorporates vegan and gluten-free ingredients into satisfying meals that will make you wonder how they do it. The atmosphere is perfect for sitting outside on a sunny day, and the servers are very helpful and passionate about healthy living. If you do not live in the Studio City area, SunCafe is definitely worth the drive… Especially if you are into vegan cuisine!