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KINDRED restaurant, photo: Eduardo Fierro

KINDRED

San Diego · Vegan · Vegetarian · €⁠€
VeganA+
VegA+

HappyCow lists Kindred as a fully vegan restaurant (category 'Vegan'). The venue's own website and all 225+ HappyCow reviews confirm the entire menu is plant-based. No animal products are used in any dish, making it structurally impossible for non-vegan ingredients to appear.

Mon4:30pm-10:00pm
Tue4:30pm-10:00pm
Wed4:30pm-10:00pm
Thu4:30pm-11:00pm
Fri4:30pm-1:00am
Sat10:00am-2:00pm, 4:30pm-1:00am
Sun10:00am-12:00am
EvidenceOpen evidence file
02
Veganic Thai Cafe restaurant, photo: Govind Sah

Veganic Thai Cafe

San Diego · Thai · Vegan
GF·CoeliacC
VeganA+
VegE
DairyA+
EggA+

The kitchen is 100% vegan and has no animal products on the premises. Every dish is plant-based. Cross-contamination from animal products is not a concern.

03
Donna Jean restaurant, photo: Mayan Patel

Donna Jean

San Diego · Vegan · Vegetarian
GF·CoeliacB
VeganA+
VegA+
NutD
DairyA+
EggA+
SoyD

Donna Jean operates as a fully vegan restaurant. All ingredients are 100% plant-based, and no animal products are used. That makes the space effectively dedicated for vegan, dairy, and egg. The restaurant's vegan status is confirmed by the official menu and by multiple independent sources.

04
Thanh Tinh Chay Restaurant restaurant, photo: Thanh Tinh Chay Restaurant

Thanh Tinh Chay Restaurant

San Diego · Vietnamese · Vegetarian
GF·CoeliacD
VeganA+
VegA+
DairyA+
EggA+

The restaurant is 100% vegan, with all menu items plant-based. Multiple independent sources confirm the venue is strictly vegan and no animal products are used. The kitchen is entirely vegan, providing a dedicated environment free of animal-derived ingredients.

05
Peace Pies restaurant, photo: Alec Smith

Peace Pies

San Diego · Vegan · Vegetarian
GF·CoeliacA+
VeganA+
VegE
DairyA+
EggA+
SoyE

100% vegan restaurant serving raw organic cuisine. The entire menu is plant-based with no animal products whatsoever, confirmed by multiple independent sources. Dedicated vegan kitchen with no animal-derived ingredients on site.

06
Plant Power Fast Food restaurant, photo: Plant Power Fast Food

Plant Power Fast Food

San Diego · Vegan · Vegetarian
GF·CoeliacB
VeganA+
VegA+
DairyA+
EggA+

The entire kitchen is 100% plant-based, with no animal products anywhere on site. Every menu item is vegan by design, so no modifications are necessary. Cross-contamination with gluten or nuts is possible, but this does not change the vegan status.

08
Las Hadas Bar and Grill restaurant, photo: Las Hadas Bar and Grill

Las Hadas Bar and Grill

San Diego · Mexican · Grill
GF·CoeliacA
VeganC
VegC

Offers a dedicated gluten-free menu page with items such as baked corn tortilla tacos and quesadillas, and baked chips prepared separately. However, the venue warns that all deep-fried foods (regular chips, fries, wings, cilantro rice) share a fryer, posing cross-contamination risk. Staff advise clarifying allergy severity upon ordering. A Yelp reviewer describes a dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen.

09
Extraordinary Desserts restaurant, photo: Basawaraj Mannangi

Extraordinary Desserts

San Diego · Bakery · Cafe · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacD
VeganB
VegA
DairyC

The owner and head baker is reported to be vegetarian, which gives the restaurant a strong baseline of vegetarian-friendly offerings. The kitchen is not exclusively vegetarian and does serve meat.

Mon11AM–9PM
Tue11AM–9PM
Wed11AM–9PM
Thu11AM–9PM
Fri11AM–11PM
Sat11AM–11PM
Sun11AM–10PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
10
Nonna + Zucchero restaurant, photo: Heathe M

Nonna + Zucchero

San Diego · Italian · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacA

Gluten-free items are marked on the menu, according to multiple community reviews. One review reports a dedicated pasta pot, and another mentions dedicated gluten-free kitchen space, though the facility itself is not a dedicated gluten-free environment. A single detailed negative review describes gluten-free pasta boiled in regular pasta water and a shared pizza oven, which indicates a risk of cross-contamination. The evidence overall is mixed. Knowledgeable staff have been reported. No formal accreditation exists.

Mon9:00 am – 9:30 pm
Tue9:00 am – 9:30 pm
Wed9:00 am – 9:30 pm
Thu9:00 am – 9:30 pm
Fri9:00 am – 11:00 pm
Sat8:00 am – 11:00 pm
Sun8:00 am – 9:30 pm
EvidenceOpen evidence file
11
Val's Vegan Kitchen restaurant, photo: Val's Vegan Kitchen

Val's Vegan Kitchen

San Diego · Vegan · Vegetarian · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacE
VeganA
VegA
NutD
DairyA
EggA
HalalE

Val's Vegan Kitchen is a fully plant-based diner. All dishes are vegan, making it reliably free of animal products. The entire kitchen operates on a vegan basis, though there is no external accreditation to formally verify the separation.

12
Roma Mia restaurant, photo: Roma Mia

Roma Mia

San Diego · Italian
GF·CoeliacE
VeganC
VegB

Menu marks vegetarian dishes with a ✦ symbol. Most vegetarian dishes can be prepared vegan on request, and gluten-free pasta is available for a $4 surcharge. No information is available about kitchen practices for cross-contamination. Vegetarians have clear menu options; vegans and coeliac diners should confirm with staff.

14
Pizza and Pasta on 5th restaurant, photo: Pizza and Pasta on 5th

Pizza and Pasta on 5th

San Diego · Italian · Pizza · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacB
VeganB
VegB

The venue’s official menu and a blog post on its own site state that gluten-free pizza is available; the menu banner reads 'Now offering gluten-free & vegan pizzas'. Individual dishes are not marked with GF codes or symbols. There is no mention of a dedicated fryer, dedicated prep area, or staff training for coeliac safety. The blog post discusses cross-contamination prevention in general terms but does not confirm that the venue follows those practices. No accreditation or independent coeliac review is cited. The venue is a standard pizzeria serving both regular and gluten-free crusts, so shared kitchen equipment is the default assumption.

Mon11am-3am
Tue11am-3am
Wed11am-3am
Thu11am-3am
Fri11am-4am
Sat11am-4am
Sun11am-3am
EvidenceOpen evidence file
15
The Melt restaurant, photo: The Melt

The Melt

San Diego · Burgers · American · €
GF·CoeliacC
VeganC
VegB
DairyC

The official menu marks several items with a vegetarian icon: Swiss 'n' Shroom, Italian Job, Egg-In-A-Hole, Caesar Salad, Tomato Soup, Melty Mac, and Mini Mac. The kitchen is shared with meat, but staff can accommodate.

16
Werewolf restaurant, photo: Werewolf

Werewolf

San Diego · Brunch · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacB

The restaurant operates a shared kitchen without a dedicated fryer. Gluten-free options include a bun for an additional $2.95, pancakes for an additional $2.95, and grilled wings. Multiple reviewers with coeliac disease have reported knowledgeable staff and safe experiences, though one incident of glutening has been noted. The menu lists gluten-free substitutions but does not use per-dish allergen codes. Cross-contamination risk is acknowledged by both the venue's practices and community reports.

Mon8am to 2am
Tue8am to 2am
Wed8am to 2am
Thu8am to 2am
Fri8am to 2am
Sat8am to 2am
Sun8am to 2am
EvidenceOpen evidence file
17
Salvatore's Cucina & Lounge restaurant, photo: DazzoPhoto

Salvatore's Cucina & Lounge

San Diego · Italian · €⁠€⁠€⁠€
GF·CoeliacC
VegB

Apple Maps listing notes 'Vegetarian Options' as a feature. The menu includes several vegetable-forward dishes and salads, but no dedicated vegetarian menu or allergen marking is present. The kitchen is shared, and staff awareness of vegetarian needs is not documented.

Mon4:00pm – 11:00pm
Tue4:00pm – 11:00pm
Wed4:00pm – 11:00pm
Thu4:00pm – 11:00pm
Fri4:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)
Sat10:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day)
Sun10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
18
Rustic Root restaurant, photo: Rustic Root

Rustic Root

San Diego · American · Bar · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacB

The restaurant does not have a dedicated gluten-free menu. One pasta dish is marked GF on the menu. There is no dedicated fryer; multiple diners with celiac disease have reported a shared fryer and shared surfaces. Staff knowledge varies: some reviews note knowledgeable staff who spoke with the chef, while others report cross-contamination warnings about fried potatoes. The venue is not a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease.

MonOpen at 5pm (Gaslamp) / Open at 4pm (Solana Beach)
TueOpen at 5pm (Gaslamp) / Open at 4pm (Solana Beach)
WedOpen at 5pm (Gaslamp) / Open at 4pm (Solana Beach)
ThuOpen at 5pm (Gaslamp) / Open at 4pm (Solana Beach)
FriOpen at 5pm (Gaslamp) / Open at 4pm (Solana Beach)
SatOpen at 10am (Gaslamp) / Open at 9am (Solana Beach)
SunOpen at 10am (Gaslamp) / Open at 9am (Solana Beach)
EvidenceOpen evidence file
19
Cafe Sevilla of San Diego restaurant, photo: Deepu John

Cafe Sevilla of San Diego

San Diego · Spanish · Fine dining
GF·CoeliacB
VeganB
VegB

Menu items are clearly marked GF, including Halibut & Shrimp Ceviche, Tortilla Espanola, and Paella Valenciana. The venue is described as a dedicated gluten-free facility on a third-party listing, but this is not confirmed by the restaurant. Staff have assisted gluten-free diners and are reported as trained. Confirm cross-contamination practices directly.

20
Solunto Restaurant & Bakery restaurant, photo: Sharece D

Solunto Restaurant & Bakery

San Diego · Italian · Pizza · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacB

The restaurant is reported as not having a dedicated gluten-free menu. It offers gluten-free pasta and other options through substitution. Multiple community reviews confirm a dedicated gluten-free pasta pot and fryer, knowledgeable staff, and a willingness to clean and prepare separately. However, no formal marked menu exists. Some reviews say items are marked, while others say they are not. The kitchen is shared with regular gluten-containing breads, pastries, and pizza. The restaurant is not appropriate for highly sensitive coeliacs without advance discussion.

Mon12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Tue12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Wed12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Thu12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Fri12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sat12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sun12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
21
Sorrento Ristorante restaurant, photo: Lorraine Black

Sorrento Ristorante

San Diego · Italian · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacB

Offers gluten-free pasta and pizza, but the venue is not a dedicated gluten-free facility. Multiple sources report inconsistent communication about gluten-free options and a lack of a dedicated gluten-free menu. One community member explicitly states 'I don't trust their gluten-free options.' Cross-contamination risk is acknowledged.

Mon3pm - 10pm
Tue3pm - 10pm
Wed3pm - 10pm
Thu12pm - 10pm
Fri12pm - 11pm
Sat12pm - 11pm
Sun12pm - 10pm
EvidenceOpen evidence file
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Ristorante Illando restaurant, photo: Ristorante Illando

Ristorante Illando

San Diego · Italian · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacC
VeganB

The official menu contains a dedicated 'VEGAN MENU' section featuring four pasta and risotto dishes. No information is provided about a dedicated prep area or separate kitchen, indicating shared facilities with potential cross-contamination.

Mon12PM-10PM
Tue12PM-10PM
Wed12PM-10PM
Thu12PM-10PM
Fri12PM-11PM
Sat12PM-11PM
Sun12PM-10PM
EvidenceOpen evidence file
23
Civico 1845 restaurant, photo: Civico 1845

Civico 1845

San Diego · Italian · Vegan
GF·CoeliacB
VeganB
VegE
DairyC

Civico 1845 offers an extensive plant-based vegan menu with dairy-free mozzarella and Parmigiano. A dedicated 'Plant-Based · Vegana' menu section is available, and the restaurant claims to be the first in the US with a vegan-Italian menu since 2015. The kitchen is shared with non-vegan items; confirm cross-contact practices with staff.

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Barbusa restaurant, photo: E Berry

Barbusa

San Diego · Italian · €⁠€
GF·CoeliacB
DairyC

Barbusa offers gluten-free pasta, pizza, and salad options, and staff show awareness of coeliac needs (separate pots, marking GF items). However, the kitchen is shared, cross-contamination has been reported (one symptomatic coeliac got glutened), and the venue is not a dedicated GF facility. The official menu does not mark GF items per dish.

Mon11:30am – 10pm
Tue11:30am – 10pm
Wed11:30am – 10pm
Thu11:30am – 10pm
Fri11:30am – 10:30pm
Sat11:30am – 10:30pm
Sun11:30am – 10pm
EvidenceOpen evidence file
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