Vegan
American
Japanese
Beer/Wine
Take-out
Mexican
Asian
Fusion
Fully vegan restaurant and bar with Japanese and Mexican-inspired dishes. Items include sushi, maki rolls, vegetable nigiris, gyozas, guacamole, pasta, udon, lettuce cups, and more. Part of PLANTA restaurant group. Reported closed September 2025.
42 Reviews
First Review by LucyBolden
small_tiger
Points +171
Excellent spot in DC - Edit
Loved eating at Planta, very cute date night spot. Everything on the menu is good, do not skip the queso dip or the sushi!!
Read morePros: Atmosphere , Queso Fundido, Fun beverages
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vansquig
Points +391
Delightful food! - Edit
I loved the food at Planta Cocina, especially the California artichoke, and the atmosphere is light and beautiful! This is a lovely spot for a special meal.
Read moreHowever, they still have a ways to go with the service. We had a reservation on Father’s Day, and even though half the tables were open, the host left us standing at her station while she walked around the restaurant. Once we were seated, two different people came to our table and introduced themselves as our server but it was just a mixup! They also piled up all the pillows on the patio and stuffed them into garbage bags in the middle of dinner service—it made for a weird view from the front windows, which look out on a corner with lots of foot traffic.
UPDATE (9/1/25): I’ve been back probably a dozen times now for brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hour, and every visit after the first was excellent—stellar food, kind and attentive service. Updating to 5 stars.
Updated from previous review on 2024-06-29
Pros: Exquisite food, Lovely atmosphere
Cons: Service
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FieldRoaster🌱
Points +572
Fancy & delicious - Edit
This place is pretty special.
Read moreRecommended for business or a date night.
Delicious. All plant based. Good service.
Pros: Tried various rolls - all good
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Acadia8918710
Points +27
So many amazing options - Edit
100% will visit again. The “beef” and broccoli was spectacular.
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kwyrauch
Points +59
Great Upscale Experience - Edit
It’s tough to find a vegan restaurant that really elevates vegetables instead of just giving you reheated Gardein items but Planta does it. The ambience is very sleek and modern (great for a date night) the bar is well-stocked and there are a ton of different vegetable-centered food options that are done really well. My wife also has a gluten allergy and they went through the menu with her to discuss what options were safest for her. We’ll be back for sure.
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RipperEats
Points +58
Great food , great service - Edit
If you have ever dined on the West Coast and been spoiled by the plant based options, Planta finally brings that experience to DC.
Read moreWe ended up ordering tapas style instead of entrees just so we could try more things from the menu.
Every item we ordered was good. The flavors are so surprising. The kitchen prepares dishes that have layers in every bite. You might get a mix of cheesy, some starch, a little sweet, and then some hot pepper kicks in. All in one bite. Really great menu and you can't go wrong.
The cocktails were great too. We are going to come back for the Monday Maki happy hour.
Service is awesome and every person there was looking out for us to have a high end time but the prices are not DC high end prices.
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SummerMichau
Points +141
Delicious Sushi - Edit
Will be thinking about the dragon roll for a long time to come!
Read morePros: Range of options, All food was delicious
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steveveg
Points +3126
Popular for good reason - Edit
This popular restaurant was quite busy when we went. The menu, same as the other Plantas, offered a lot. We had the Queso Fundido, which was great, but oily. The Tres Leches dessert was exceptionally good. The only drawback to the restaurant was that it was extremely noisy, This may have to do with when we went, late on a weekend.
Read moreCons: very noisy (we went late on a weekend)
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mschlater
Points +1574
Valentines Day Dinner - Edit
Went here for their prefix Valentine’s Day menu and loved every item we tried. They were very busy and we had a little bit of a wait, but they brought on a cheese plate on the house. Would definitely come back again.
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bjkolb
Points +51
Fantastic vegan food with a great atmosphere and service! - Edit
We stumbled upon PLANTA Cocina during a trip to DC and were so happy we did. All of the food we ordered was fantastic! We ordered several appetizers and entrees to share, and they were all delicious. Of the appetizers, we especially liked the Queso Fundido--so flavorful that we almost ordered another one!
Read morePros: Everything on the menu is vegan!, Warm and inviting atmosphere, Great service
Cons: None to note!
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Thisby1
Points +681
In my top 2 vegan restaurants worldwide - Edit
PLANTA Cocina is now ranked for my husband and me in a tie with Plant in Asheville, NC. We were only in DC for 2 nights. cause our dinner there on the first night was so good, we returned for a Saturday brunch. The food and cocktails are pricier than we’re used to, but we believe that everything was worth it. Everything we ate was a perfect balance of taste and texture. We loved our drinks. The food that I can’t get out of my mind were the Torched and Pressed sushi and the Criquetas. My husband loved his Al Pastor Bowl. For brunch, the Baja Burrito was flawless, and we also loved the Chilaquiles. The Spinach Mushroom Quesadilla was delicious, but that burrito would not give up the spotlight. We wrapped up with the horchata cheesecake, and it was dreamy. The service was impeccable. The setting was beautiful and welcoming. #Veganuary
Read morePros: Perfect food, Impeccable service , Beautiful setting
Cons: Expensive
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Aylia
Points +631
Tasty, pricey, weird portions - Edit
Taking advantage of their deals is pretty key to not breaking the bank. Like their maki Mondays is awesome, and their sushi is soooooo good. Other items on the menu can be deceptive serving sizes, or else not come with anything to accompany it? Like a mushroom dish is just mushrooms, no rice or starch or veggies to accompany it, and it costs nearly $20. Very tasty, but it just feels incomplete. Service is great, ambiance is great, food is tasty. I do wish there were ways to see what the dish is before you order it.
Read morePros: Discounted sushi Monday nights
Cons: Expensive
hoffyossi
Super helpful review. Thanks for sharing! It looks like there are photos of many of their dishes here if you wanted to see what they look like in advance: https://order.toasttab.com/online/planta-p-street-1460-p-st-nw
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VeganWanderlustDuo
Points +103
Above & Beyond for Food Allergy Accommodations - Edit
The staff went above and beyond to accommodate the many food allergies in our group (from vegan, gluten free, nut allergy, cinnamon allergy, to corn allergy). When we mentioned our allergies to our waiter, he immediately marked our menus with what dishes could be modified and/or what dishes contained the allergens. There was something for each of us! Throughout the night the staff were all attentive, kind, and worked incredibly well as a team. This is all before we even tried the food! Our meals were the perfect balance of savory and sweet, unique dips, sauces, and some of the best “soft” sesame tofu I have ever had. Dessert options were also a welcome sight for my boyfriend’s birthday, and the pumpkin cheesecake tasted like actual cheesecake! Wouldn’t have known it was vegan if I did not know ahead of time. Overall, 5 stars and will be at the top of our list to revisit next time we are on the east coast! Reservations are highly preferred on weekends - heads up.
Read morePros: Allergen Aware, Great Variety, Friendly & Attentive Staff
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mrotis
Points +282
So many dishes - Edit
Went here for my birthday with my non-vegan family. We ordered probably 2/3 of the menu and they all loved basically every dish. I had been to their LA location but this one is just as good!!
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Sarah0496
Points +1371
Outstanding food as usual - Edit
Every Planta I have been to has always been a great experience and this one was no exception. Flavor packed food and good service.
Read morePros: Large menu, Delicious food, Cozy ambiance
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MichaelSavegan
Points +2351
Beautiful meal - Edit
We had a hand roll (like sushi) of rice, sweet potato and avocado for a starter.
Read moreCrab cake was beautifully prepared and delicious. Pasta with woodland mushrooms was fabulous.
Finished with a pumpkin cheesecake that was wildly overpriced but very good.
Pros: Beautiful food, Tasty, Great service
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kotavic
Points +20
Plants Cocina - Edit
The quest fundido was out of this world. So good I licked the spoon. Mitake mushrooms also excellent. Great bartender
Read morePros: Great options, Cool atmosphere
Cons: Make reservations
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LoganMelton
Points +1378
Great, just like Planta always is - Edit
Great options, upscale atmosphere, but most importantly... Maki Mondays
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KGuzHBA
Points +59
Perfect as always - Edit
The Latin inspo food is absolutely delicious .
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gabgurney
Points +313
Great lunch - Edit
Came here for lunch with a non-veg friend and we all had an amazing experience. Great food, great atmosphere, great service. The biggest challenge is picking what to order since it all sounds so good!
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leafikeefi
Points +26
My best meal ever! - Edit
The combinations of texture and taste leave you deliciously satisfied while wanting more… innovative combinations that exceeded all my expectations.
Read morePros: Bang Bang Broccoli , Sticky Rice Sushi , Croquettes
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SuCasa
Points +608
Fine vegan dining - Edit
Small plates restaurant with many diverse vegan options. Our party shared the queso fundido and the broccoli appetizers and had a few other courses. Everything was amazing and even though my meat-loving family complained about the lack of chicken, they also loved all their dishes. The decor was beautiful as well.
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Chad_and_Emily
Points +2954
Top restaurant - Edit
An amazing place to celebrate a milestone birthday. Incredible service and delicious food. We shared five different dishes and each had wonderfully unique flavors. Highly recommended.
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MattChester
Points +3117
Love the twist on typical planta fare! - Edit
I love planta and go to it whenever I travel. This is my first time at a cocina version. It definitely lived up, but in the end I prefer planta queen!
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annies755
Points +754
The best Planta - Edit
I’ve been to a bunch of Plantas and this menu is my fave. So many yummy offerings, you can’t go wrong. Favorites include the spicy tuna roll, torched and pressed, spicy tuna hand roll, queso fundido, bang bang broccoli, and udon noodles.
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HailSeitanMN
Points +78
Swanky, Tasty, a bit Pricey - Edit
Very cool date night atmosphere. We got the dragon roll and the firecracker roll, both were delicious. We also got croquettes (make sure you time it for happy hour, they're half price and you still only get 3 for $8) which were incredibly tasty, the cashew mozzarella was rich and flavorful. The menu is on the pricey side and very heavy on mushrooms
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-08-21
Pros: Tasty, Shareable, Cool atmosphere
Cons: Pricey, Most protein is mushroom
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Seatown_vegan
Points +9005
Another Great Planta Restaurant - Edit
I was in DC and saw that this place recently opened so had to stop by. I’m a big fan of the Planta franchise with Planta Queen being my favorite. I ordered the coconut ceviche, croquetas, and maitake mushrooms. Everything was great, but I would of liked to see some chips or something with the ceviche as it came alone. I’d definitely like to visit again and try other unique menu items.
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