Offers full bar and a finer, vegan culinary experience in a stylish and upscale setting. Focus is on Mediterranean-themed small plates. Extensive farm-to-glass cocktails and wine list. Sample dishes include vegan crab cakes, lasagna, the impossible burger, artichoke 'oysters,' vegan cheese plate, and flatbreads with different toppings. Dessert selection may be chocolate ganache tartlet, canoli, hot fudge sundae, panna cotta, or berry tart. Brunch 10am-3pm on weekends. Valet parking available. Co-founded in 2013 by celebrated vegan chef Tal Ronnen. Open Mon-Fri 11:00am-2:30pm, Mon-Sun 5:00pm-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 10:00am-3:00pm.
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8284 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, California, USA, 90046
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- Reservations required
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Last update on 07 Oct 2023 by geometric-noise
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228 Reviews
First Review by SonjaCPA
Sassyvegan
Points +1669
Good food but overrated - Edit
I ordered a pasta dish which was good but could’ve done with some vegetables. The cheese plate had some great cheeses but came with bread that was soaked in oil. Service was super slow. After hearing great reviews of this restaurant for years, I was excited to visit but it didn’t live up to the hype.
Read moreJulienneSlice
Sorry to hear it. The pizzas and breakfast menu is really the way to go imho.
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brieskis
Points +245
Great food. Perfect for a special night out. - Edit
Really nice upscale vegan restaurant. It's a great place to take out of town guests, go to brunch, or have a romantic dinner. They also do great meals for holidays like New Years Eve. I've been here with people of a variety of dietary needs and tastes, and everyone I've taken has enjoyed it. Reservations encouraged, as it can get busy. The indoor area is beautiful. The outdoor area more casual and can get cold at night, but still nice.
Read morePros: Delicious food, Friendly staff, Beautiful restaurant
Cons: Street parking, Can get crowded, On holidays, their reservations can get behind
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PritamBanerjee
Points +2125
Great food - Edit
This is a place for special occasions. Went there once for my birthday and once for my wife’s birthday. Great food, great service and you would love the ambience. They have some innovative cocktails as well. Definitely recommended. #Veganuary
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-02-02
Cheetaahh
Thank you. I’m looking for a vegan restaurant to celebrate my birthday 🎂 in July. 😀
Read morePritamBanerjee
Yes, perfect place to do it 😁
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JulienneSlice
Points +1847
Scrumptious breakfast - Edit
Highly recommend the brunch menu!
Read moreWe ordered the chickun & waffles with crispy potatoes, pancakes with blueberry compote and the stuffed french toast with mascarpone cream. Without a doubt the pancakes are some of the best vegan pancakes I have tasted. They are super fluffy, light and delicious. The french toast with mascarpone cream are incredibly flavorful and memorable. The chickun & waffles are superb, and (imho) the star of the dish are the spectacular crispy, baked breakfast potatoes. #Veganuary
Pros: Vegan, Nice ambiance
TurnipForPlants
That looks sloppy and delicious.
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SarahThunderbolt
Points +230
Beautiful food - Edit
Ordered Brussel sprouts and the spicy rigatoni pasta. The food was absolutely delicious, really hope to eat there in-person soon.
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MalibuVegan
Points +35
Fine Vegan Dining at a decent price - Edit
Looking to find a new Vegan Restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, we came across Crossroads in West Hollywood and decided to go for Saturday brunch. The first thing I loved is that they had outdoor dining in a nice outdoor area in front which was covered and HAD HEATERS (yay!). EXCELLENT. The atmosphere leans towards high end dining yet the prices are happily competitive which was nice. I ordered the Stuffed French Toast which was good but nothing special. I got it because the waiter said it was “stuffed” with “almond cream” and that sounded delectable but it actually came with some kind of vegan butter spread instead with a disappointingly small bit of fruit compote on top (not sure what fruit, but it was golden color). ON the side it came with two IMPOSSIBLE sausages which were tasty but had a strange plastic-y clear wrapping around them that I ended up peeling off in one whole piece. A seaweed based bacon was an alternate choice to the sausages, which I passed on. Someone else at our table had the burrito, which they enjoyed but the best thing I saw at our table was the Chicken and Waffles. The Chicken came in nice big pieces with some breading on it and we were told it was IMPOSSIBLE based. The waffles looked fresh and fluffy. I didn’t order it but if I return for brunch that’s what I’m getting! All of us got a generous plate of fresh fruit as a starter, which was a really nice touch although a tough selection in winter. The plate had excellent blueberries, some green grapes, blackberries and persimmon slices that were hard and unripe, but looked nice on the plate. A waiter circling the restaurant brought over a cocktail cart, serving both alcohol drinks and mocktails, which was really lovely but it was too early in the day for us to partake. If I came for dinner, I would definitely get something. The wait staff was friendly and somewhat attentive, yet our waiter didn’t know the answer to most of our questions and had to “go ask”. We figured he was new. The only off-putting thing about this place was the widely-hated “Kitchen fee” added to the bill (which usually runs about 2-4% of the bill) which is a ridiculous practice and I plan to call out every restaurant that adds that insulting charge to my bill. Thus minus a star on my rating.
Read moreMelrose in WeHo is a busy, congested, yet popular part of town. Parking is difficult although they do have Valet Parking for a fee.
Pros: 100% plant based, heated outdoor seating, good portions
Cons: 3% surcharge added to bill, congested area, difficult to find parking
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KadiHarmon
Points +8586
Vegan Thanksgiving! - Edit
I got the email about Thanksgiving at Crossroads so I messaged a friend that lives in LA and asked if he had any plans for the holiday. I was already traveling so figured why not finish my trip in California?! Having only been to the Las Vegas location, I was psyched to check out the original. Awesome space on super cool Melrose! The meal was awesome. Always love crossroads and hope to be back to any location real soon!!
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villain
Points +8584
Great brunch - Edit
I thoroughly enjoyed the stuffed French toast with fruit. Service was really good and I was seated quickly without a reservation
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-12-07
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jamieclower
Points +476
World class gourmet! - Edit
No notes - exceptional food and service.
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1AP1
Points +924
Great Mainstay - Edit
Dined multiple times over the years and always leave happy, wishing we could've ordered more
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Pilot.lj
Points +1445
THE special occasion restaurant for vegans - Edit
The lions-mane steak is something my household talks about on the daily. We love crossroads! It’s our go-to for celebratory nights or when we want to treat ourselves. Obsessed with the wedge salad 😍
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gavinislame
Points +120
Fancy vegan food - Edit
Not a lot of restaurants like this, fancy high class dining with a fully vegan menu. Waiters were on top of things, food was absolutely delicious. Small portions so expect to get 2-3 plates per person. The chicken parm was one of the most delicious things I have ever had. Can't recommend this place enough.
Read morePros: Options, Setting, Quick turnaround
Cons: Pricey
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Freckles_
Points +360
Best Vegan Food! - Edit
A nice, all vegan eatery that we stopped for lunch. The options are endless and all delicious. You cannot go wrong with any pasta, sandwhich, appetizer, or pizza. Some real shockers were the scallops and calamari which were incredibly realistic. I ordered the spicy Sicilian and I think it was the best vegan pizza I've ever had. It wasn't a traditional chicago deep dish like in Kitchen 17 but still fantastic nonetheless. The prices are also not too bank-breaking for a nice restaurant and being all vegan.
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Luke7812
Points +15
Our happy place - Edit
We love Crossroads and have probably had more than 100 meals there. It’s nice that the menu shifts but many of the staples remain. A couple suggestions for them: I lament a few of the permanent changes to the brunch menu (they used to offer delicious roasted fingerling potatos but now just have these tiny cubed potatos and peppers that seem more consistent with a hotel breakfast bar; and the sad demise of the chickpea panisse which was the centerpiece of their old breakfast sandwich.)
Read moreIn general, though, I love that they have such a varied menu and that the interior is swanky and comfortable. My only other suggestion would be to bring back the old barstools - which had higher backs - as the new ones are uncomfortable for tall people (no back support).
Pros: Delicious and varied menu
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HCMex
Points +423
Vegan food at its finest - Edit
Was extremely impressed by every dish that we ordered at Crossroads! The standout was certainly the cheese platter and the lions mane steak although the Impossible cigars were reminiscent of beef taquitos and the rigatoni was delicious & spicy.
Read moreThe price point is not bad considering it is an upscale vegan restaurant. Will certainly be going back asap to try the variety of things they have on the menu.
Pros: Service, Quality of food, Prices
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Veggieyogi333
Points +51
One of my favorite vegan spots in the us - Edit
It had been a few years since I had first gone to crossroads (due to living on the east coast) and when I finally got the chance to go back I went two nights in a row 🤣 I have dreams about the carbonara, which has an “egg” that runs when you cut into it and tastes so rich and delicious. 10/10. Also incredible mentions to the squash blossoms that are stuffed with a rich ricotta and the impossible cigars with a yogurt dip. The whipped feta was amazing, the Marsala with a chicken cutlet was yummy as well. The brownie Sunday was decadent. Really just overall an incredible restaurant with delicious foods. Top spot for a date. If I had the money to support my crossroads habit I’d be back once a week. 🙏
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annies755
Points +662
Delicious upscale restaurant - Edit
Loved everything I ate! My favorites were the wedge salad (bleu cheese dressing was so good!), roasted fennel and thoroughly enjoyed the scallops linguine. My table of three ordered 4 appetizers and each a main course. The food was delicious but we didn’t save room for dessert, which was a bummer because the sundae looked amazing!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-05-11
Pros: Delicious food , Attentive staff, Upscale atmosphere
Cons: Pricey, but worth it
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Mechone
Points +44
great food! - Edit
wonderful food. If you're in the area, stop by. variety and different flavors.
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mattiek312
Points +38
One of Our Favorites in Los Angeles - Edit
One of Our Favorites in Los Angeles
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MollyArmus
Points +30
Delicious spot! - Edit
Went for lunch and had the special while my friends had the tagliatelle bolognese. All amazing! The vibe of the restaurant was also lovely. Highly recommend!
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jollieduck
Points +2442
Worth it 🍝 - Edit
Best cheese board I’ve had since going vegan! Everything here was just so good. Expensive but worth it!
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Raquel_
Points +604
Fine dinning vegan experience - Edit
I had high expectations coming into this restaurant and every dish I ate exceeded my expectations. So delicious and light on the stomach. Portion sizes are perfect. Plenty of options with a changing seasonal menu as well.
Read morePros: Fine dinning , Good Portion sizes, Unique dishes
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andreamahal
Points +183
Perfect for a celebration or date night - Edit
Easy to make reservations, friendly and efficient service. Atmosphere feels nice to dress up for. Every single thing I ordered was absolutely delicious. Rich and flavorful, so best to go with someone who can split with you or just have your appetite ready!
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mep
Points +420
Layered Flavors in Upscale Restaurant - Edit
It had been years since I had eaten at Crossroads, but I will not be making that mistake again! The service was excellent, and I need to go back to try even more of their tasty food and drinks. The two cocktails I tried were super unique and delicious (who knew sweet potato liqueur was a thing??), and the 3 plates we had were delicious. After such a great meal, the dessert selection was a bit of a let-down, but that wouldn’t stop me from returning.
Read morePros: Zucchini flower app was so good!, Complex tastes throughout the meal
Cons: Dessert was just okay
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silas1912
Points +1267
CrossRoads, Kitchen - Edit
The kelp bacon they used on their BLT was magnificent !
Read morePros: Nice , Vegan , All Vegan Food 
Huraiquire
Ooo it looks really nice. Was it on the crispy end texture wise?
Read moresilas1912
It was incredibly crispy! The flavor was magnificent.
Read moreHuraiquire
Wow! I love that. I’ve had a lot of soft v bacon, but crispy?! Ughhh a dream 🤤😍 🥓 🌱
Read moresilas1912
Well, next time you’re back in Los Angeles hit me up we’ll have some crispy kelp ! Lol
Read moreHuraiquire
I will have to take you up in that 🤨🥰
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SadieSauce
Points +61
So good we came back the next night - Edit
Without a reservation on a Saturday night we squeezed into the bar. Best Brussels sprouts I’ve ever had. An onion tart with a tomato “egg” yolk. Delicious pizza. We couldn’t resist visiting again Sunday night for the lasagna.
Read morePros: White tablecloth old school upscale
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TaraFox
Points +90
Best food in town - Edit
I always leave Crossroads feeling that I just tasted the best food! Tonight was no exception. We ordered artichoke oysters, wedge salad, truffle fettuccine, eggplant short-rib and sundae. Not one bite left on the plates. Perfection!
Read morePros: Beautiful atmosphere, Great location, Beautifully plated
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