Donna Jean
Donna Jean operates as a fully vegan restaurant.
Per-allergen evidence
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.
[1] Verified blog Donna Jean, sagemenu.com
Menu aggregator listing many items marked 'Gluten free'; staff described as knowledgeable; notes that peanuts are not used but the kitchen is 'very cashew heavy'.fetched Jul 2, 2026[2] Verified blog Donna Jean, veganjustice.com
A vegan directory notes that the gluten-free pizza was discontinued. It describes the options as "underwhelming" and confirms the restaurant is fully vegan.fetched Jul 2, 2026[3] Official Plant-Based Comfort Food in San Diego, California, Donna Jean (official menu)
Official brunch menu; marks gluten-free options, offers gluten-free crust for $3 and nut-free cheese for $2; lists allergen notes (soy, nuts, garlic, onion).fetched Jul 2, 2026[4] Official Plant-Based Comfort Food in San Diego, California, Donna Jean (official menu)
Official dinner menu; marks gluten-free items, gluten-free crust and nut-free cheese substitutions; one pizza 'cannot be gluten-free'; allergen notes in parentheses.fetched Jul 2, 2026[5] Official Plant-Based Comfort Food in San Diego, California, Donna Jean (official menu)
The catering menu page includes alt text stating that the menu features vegan and gluten-free options.fetched Jul 2, 2026Because Donna Jean is a fully vegan restaurant, it qualifies as inherently vegetarian. No animal products are used, and the food is consequently safe for vegetarian diets.
[1] Verified blog Donna Jean, sagemenu.com
Menu aggregator listing many items marked 'Gluten free'; staff described as knowledgeable; notes that peanuts are not used but the kitchen is 'very cashew heavy'.fetched Jul 2, 2026[2] Verified blog Donna Jean, veganjustice.com
A vegan directory notes that the gluten-free pizza was discontinued. It describes the options as "underwhelming" and confirms the restaurant is fully vegan.fetched Jul 2, 2026[3] Official Plant-Based Comfort Food in San Diego, California, Donna Jean (official menu)
Official brunch menu; marks gluten-free options, offers gluten-free crust for $3 and nut-free cheese for $2; lists allergen notes (soy, nuts, garlic, onion).fetched Jul 2, 2026[4] Official Plant-Based Comfort Food in San Diego, California, Donna Jean (official menu)
Official dinner menu; marks gluten-free items, gluten-free crust and nut-free cheese substitutions; one pizza 'cannot be gluten-free'; allergen notes in parentheses.fetched Jul 2, 2026[5] Official Plant-Based Comfort Food in San Diego, California, Donna Jean (official menu)
The catering menu page includes alt text stating that the menu features vegan and gluten-free options.fetched Jul 2, 2026The venue is 100% plant-based, so no dairy products are used and all cheese and other dairy substitutes are vegan. The kitchen is effectively dedicated dairy-free.
[1] Verified blog Donna Jean, sagemenu.com
Menu aggregator listing many items marked 'Gluten free'; staff described as knowledgeable; notes that peanuts are not used but the kitchen is 'very cashew heavy'.fetched Jul 2, 2026[2] Verified blog Donna Jean, veganjustice.com
A vegan directory notes that the gluten-free pizza was discontinued. It describes the options as "underwhelming" and confirms the restaurant is fully vegan.fetched Jul 2, 2026[3] Official Plant-Based Comfort Food in San Diego, California, Donna Jean (official menu)
Official brunch menu; marks gluten-free options, offers gluten-free crust for $3 and nut-free cheese for $2; lists allergen notes (soy, nuts, garlic, onion).fetched Jul 2, 2026[4] Official Plant-Based Comfort Food in San Diego, California, Donna Jean (official menu)
Official dinner menu; marks gluten-free items, gluten-free crust and nut-free cheese substitutions; one pizza 'cannot be gluten-free'; allergen notes in parentheses.fetched Jul 2, 2026[5] Official Plant-Based Comfort Food in San Diego, California, Donna Jean (official menu)
The catering menu page includes alt text stating that the menu features vegan and gluten-free options.fetched Jul 2, 2026As a fully vegan restaurant, no eggs are used or present on the premises. The kitchen is entirely plant-based, making it safe for egg allergy.
[1] Verified blog Donna Jean, sagemenu.com
Menu aggregator listing many items marked 'Gluten free'; staff described as knowledgeable; notes that peanuts are not used but the kitchen is 'very cashew heavy'.fetched Jul 2, 2026[2] Verified blog Donna Jean, veganjustice.com
A vegan directory notes that the gluten-free pizza was discontinued. It describes the options as "underwhelming" and confirms the restaurant is fully vegan.fetched Jul 2, 2026[3] Official Plant-Based Comfort Food in San Diego, California, Donna Jean (official menu)
Official brunch menu; marks gluten-free options, offers gluten-free crust for $3 and nut-free cheese for $2; lists allergen notes (soy, nuts, garlic, onion).fetched Jul 2, 2026[4] Official Plant-Based Comfort Food in San Diego, California, Donna Jean (official menu)
Official dinner menu; marks gluten-free items, gluten-free crust and nut-free cheese substitutions; one pizza 'cannot be gluten-free'; allergen notes in parentheses.fetched Jul 2, 2026[5] Official Plant-Based Comfort Food in San Diego, California, Donna Jean (official menu)
The catering menu page includes alt text stating that the menu features vegan and gluten-free options.fetched Jul 2, 2026Gluten-free options are clearly marked on the menu, including gluten-free crust for pizza, but the kitchen is shared and there is no description of cross-contact controls. Some gluten-free items were previously discontinued. Staff are described as knowledgeable, but specific allergen training is unconfirmed.
[1] Verified blog Donna Jean, sagemenu.com
Menu aggregator listing many items marked 'Gluten free'; staff described as knowledgeable; notes that peanuts are not used but the kitchen is 'very cashew heavy'.fetched Jul 2, 2026[2] Verified blog Donna Jean, veganjustice.com
A vegan directory notes that the gluten-free pizza was discontinued. It describes the options as "underwhelming" and confirms the restaurant is fully vegan.fetched Jul 2, 2026[3] Official Plant-Based Comfort Food in San Diego, California, Donna Jean (official menu)
Official brunch menu; marks gluten-free options, offers gluten-free crust for $3 and nut-free cheese for $2; lists allergen notes (soy, nuts, garlic, onion).fetched Jul 2, 2026[4] Official Plant-Based Comfort Food in San Diego, California, Donna Jean (official menu)
Official dinner menu; marks gluten-free items, gluten-free crust and nut-free cheese substitutions; one pizza 'cannot be gluten-free'; allergen notes in parentheses.fetched Jul 2, 2026[5] Official Plant-Based Comfort Food in San Diego, California, Donna Jean (official menu)
The catering menu page includes alt text stating that the menu features vegan and gluten-free options.fetched Jul 2, 2026The restaurant does not cook with peanuts, but it is very cashew-heavy. Its menu includes a nut-free cheese substitution, which indicates that tree nuts are routinely present. The restaurant is not safe for anyone with a tree nut allergy.
[1] Verified blog Donna Jean, sagemenu.com
Menu aggregator listing many items marked 'Gluten free'; staff described as knowledgeable; notes that peanuts are not used but the kitchen is 'very cashew heavy'.fetched Jul 2, 2026[2] Official Plant-Based Comfort Food in San Diego, California, Donna Jean (official menu)
Official brunch menu; marks gluten-free options, offers gluten-free crust for $3 and nut-free cheese for $2; lists allergen notes (soy, nuts, garlic, onion).fetched Jul 2, 2026[3] Official Plant-Based Comfort Food in San Diego, California, Donna Jean (official menu)
Official dinner menu; marks gluten-free items, gluten-free crust and nut-free cheese substitutions; one pizza 'cannot be gluten-free'; allergen notes in parentheses.fetched Jul 2, 2026Soy is a common ingredient in many dishes, as listed in allergen notes on the menu. The kitchen does not mention any separation or alternative for soy allergy. Not recommended for soy-allergic guests.
[1] Official Plant-Based Comfort Food in San Diego, California, Donna Jean (official menu)
Official brunch menu; marks gluten-free options, offers gluten-free crust for $3 and nut-free cheese for $2; lists allergen notes (soy, nuts, garlic, onion).fetched Jul 2, 2026[2] Official Plant-Based Comfort Food in San Diego, California, Donna Jean (official menu)
Official dinner menu; marks gluten-free items, gluten-free crust and nut-free cheese substitutions; one pizza 'cannot be gluten-free'; allergen notes in parentheses.fetched Jul 2, 2026Always confirm with venue staff before ordering. Tiers and accreditations are guides, not guarantees.
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