+1 310-581-4255
Nestled in the heart of Santa Monica, Thai Vegan offers an authentic Thai dining experience with a wholesome, compassionate twist—100% vegan and bursting with bold flavors that truly satisfy the soul. This vibrant eatery expertly melds traditional Thai cuisine with plant-based ingredients, making it a standout destination for anyone craving rich, aromatic dishes without compromising on health or ethics.
Step inside, and you’ll immediately notice the inviting atmosphere—casual yet cozy, with a warm energy that enhances the pleasure of every meal. Patrons often praise the generous portions here, ensuring you’re well-fed, whether dining solo or sharing with friends. The kitchen’s commitment to freshness means each dish is thoughtfully prepared to order, allowing the complex layers of herbs, spices, and vegetables to shine through beautifully.
The menu is a celebration of Thai vegan classics elevated to new heights. Must-tries include the luxurious Green Curry and the vibrant Yellow Curry, both rich with creamy coconut milk and infused with fragrant spices that dance on your palate. Lovers of noodles can indulge in the Pad See EW and the ever-popular Vegan Pad Thai, where tender rice noodles are tossed with crisp vegetables and tofu, delivering an irresistible harmony of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors.
For rice enthusiasts, the Pineapple Fried Rice stands out as a perfect example of balance—sweet pineapple mingling with tofu and colorful vegetables all stir-fried in a subtly spicy yellow curry sauce. Alternatively, the Vegetable Tofu Fried Rice and the kicky Spicy Fried Rice offer hearty, satisfying options packed with textures and aromatic mushroom sauce.
Delightfully fresh starters like the Spring Rolls and the crispy Pan Fried Dumplings make excellent companions to any meal. The Tofu Satay and Glass Noodle Salad showcase how inventive this kitchen is—packing each bite with bold flavors, crunchy textures, and the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and tangy notes. Do not miss their signature Thai Iced Tea and Thai Iced Coffee; both are creamy, sweet, and expertly brewed, standing as the perfect refreshing finish after a flavorful feast.
Feedback from regulars speaks volumes about Thai Vegan’s devotion to quality and hospitality. Woodsyowl raves about the “very good fried rice” and “pleasant atmosphere” that make every visit a delight, while Goldy Azure emphasizes the freshness and powerful flavors that “can cure what ails you” — especially the curries. KM FM was pleasantly surprised by the generous portions and the balanced sweetness of the Thai tea with boba, making their meal both satisfying and refreshing. Isiko AnKi OM cherishes the accommodating staff and their go-to spicy Pad Thai, highlighting the genuine warmth that permeates this cozy spot. Meanwhile, Nintiofficial gives a perfect rating for “slamming” curry and well-crafted chicken satay alternatives, underscoring the superb vegan innovation here.
In a city known for diverse culinary options, Thai Vegan shines as a beacon for both dedicated vegans and anyone seeking a healthy, flavorful escape. Its dedication to authentic Thai flavors, combined with lovingly prepared plant-based ingredients and a welcoming ambiance, promises a dining experience that nourishes body and soul alike. Whether you’re craving comforting curries, crunchy vegetable dishes, or refreshing iced beverages, Thai Vegan is a culinary gem worth exploring again and again.
Contact Information:
2400 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Phone: +1 310-581-4255
Very good fried rice and the spicy mint noodles were delicious. Pleasant atmosphere. Portions were also large. Almost two meals for me. The price is great as well. Especially for the LA area.
My fav Thai place and yes it’s truly vegan! Their food is prepared when you order so it is very fresh. The flavors are perfect and you can always ask for extra spicy if that’s your thing. The dumplings are delectable especially the pan fried ones. My go to fav dishes are the curry (which in my opinion can cure what ails you. Have a cold or the flu or feeling under the weather, order curry, you will feel better quick. My fav is the red curry) … pad Thai is delicious and can be made without peanuts, the pineapple rice is also a lovely dish. I have tried most of the menu and never had anything I didn’t like. The presentation is also beautiful. The people who work here are kind and have a calm energy that makes you feel welcome and at home. This is literally one of my fav places to grab a quick healthy wholesome meal. This place just makes you feel good. One of my happy places. Oh don’t forget the delicious Thai tea !
Walked in after looking for some vegan options in the area. I ordered the number 22. pineapple Tofu fried Rice for $13.00 and a Thai tea with boba for $3.99 total came out to $18.73 w tax and added a tip as well. To start the plate came out with way more than I expected as well as the Bobba tea came with my meal :) the Thai tea is good taste isn’t too strong. This is a mix of pineapple red bell peppers green bell peppers broccoli tomatoes raisin carrots onions soft tofu topped with two cucumber slices and a bunch of cilantro. Everything is blending well when it comes to taste. I will say I’m sadden the tofu isn’t fried a bit more it’s a bit on the squishy side. The rice a bit over cooked as well. Overall the meal was full of flavors and they are all amazing though!!! Definitely worth the pay to portion ratio!!! Was advised it would take 10 mins and it came out in 7 hot and ready!
I love this place! One of my favorite spots to get Pad Thai. I have tried many of the dishes here. The lovely souls that work here are very kind and accomodating. The shopping center itself can get quite busy on the weekends. There is even a vegan sushi spot right next door that I haven't tried yet because of the food here, but I will one day soon. This last time, I got the Pad Thai made spicy with chikun and peanut sauce. It was so good and a great portion size. It is also near the beach for the win win. What else can go right?
The curry was slamming and so rich!! I’m so picky when it comes to my curry but it’s awesome. The chicken satay was good and the pineapple fried rice was good as well!! 5/5 The Thai tea was on point as well. I’ll definitely return.
This restaurant was one of the few places still open in the afternoon. We got hungry at 3 o'clock and were pleasantly surprised to find it open. We ordered green papaya salad and tom yum soup with noodles, which tasted pretty good. We also added an order of "sai o shrimp" — its flavor was surprisingly similar to real shrimp, which was quite interesting.