Green Door Cafe

I thought it was delicious here. We shared the coconut bacon BLT and the breakfast burrito. Both were really tasty, as was the beet detoxer juice. I'd definitely eat here again! For the price point, I'd say that the side soup and side salad were not terribly exciting, but in general, it was a lovely and yummy meal on their pretty patio.

We found a insect from our sandwich!!!!
Yes, a live insect for people like us who are vegan !!!!
It was so hard for others in the party to finish the lunch. Also, portion size are very small. They asked us to replace the dish and we did not feel like eating any more...
This place was good in past but now the quality is degraded. Please improve

Note: I started this review pre-Covid, and didn't realize I hadn't finished it. So I'm not sure if this still applies but here is what I wrote back in early 2020:
I really enjoyed the food here... I got the BBQ portobello burger which was really good and the mashed potatoes and the kale chips we're fantastic too. I wasn't as crazy about the salad but my companion loved it. The desserts looked amazing too but we didn't try one this time. Our waitress was very friendly and helpful, and our favorite part was the live music from guitarist Freddy -- super nice guy and a PHENOMENAL musician. We would love to go back on Friday nights, which is when Freddy plays.

I ordered a pesto panini, it came with potatoes & it was so good! Quick pick up, staff was really friendly & accommodating. the space is really cozy & cute. Will need to come back to try the minestrone

Creative, fun, healthy you can find all of this and more at the Green Door Cafe. This cute little cafe is tucked right off one of the main shopping streets in downtown La Jolla. We ordered the vegan locks bagel, and vegan carrot cake. Marinated carrots were used to replace the salmon in the bagel which was very yummy. Homemade vegan cream cheese was also a nice touch. The carrot cake was one of the best that I have had anywhere (vegan or not). While spending a day shopping and exploring in La Jolla pop into the Green Door Cafe for a memorable meal!

My friend works in the area and found this cute place to have vegan high noon tea! It was $39 per person for 3 courses and $45 per person if you wanted a gluten free version.

We were seated outside in the courtyard and our table was set up to have our first course. The choices for tea was hibiscus, Jasmine green, earl grey, and English breakfast. I really liked the hibiscus one and added some sugar.

The second course were savory pancakes with chipotle, carrot and chive sausages with mango chutney, leek and chard quiche, lox bagel, pumpkin and chive pate on toast, and portabella wasabi trimmed sandwich.

I liked the variety and choices were interesting. The portions seemed small, but were very filling. The last course was dessert and we got the ultimate carrot cake, chocolate dipped macaroons, lemon tarts, and buttered scones with jam and cream. One girl in our group chose the gluten-free version, so she got a bunch of desserts all to herself.

Service was nice and atmosphere was welcoming. I had a nice time here and it's definitely a hidden gem in La Jolla!

Went here for a birthday celebration. I had to find a place that had gluten free and vegan options for the birthday woman. I hit the nail on the head. This place was cute and hidden away like a bug in a rug. The staff was so friendly and helpful and if all vegan food tasted like this I would be 100% in.

Sorry, as always I didn't have the patience or presence of mind to take a picture before tearing into the food.

This is one of those places that's serious about being vegan. Lots of plants, artifacts, art pieces, colors. No plastic straws, paper cups, or anything even milk in the coffee. That last one I always trip on.

The food was great though, both the pesto panini and the avocado toast were wonderful. Lots of other intriguing choices as well. The staff was very friendly although a tad bit slow but that might have just been a glitch in our case.

A hidden gem and I'll definitely be back! Soup and sandwich were perfect, the bacon is great!

Two of us shared 3 dishes....
The Cuban Reuben, CBLAT and The Pesto Panini.
I can honestly say that every single thing was absolutely perfect.
The handmade margaritas are made with fresh blood oranges.
Beautiful space, fantasic service, delicious ALL VEGAN food and a chilled out vibe.
Wander in and enjoy!