You are awesome. You are dazzling. You are nourished. After ordering your 100% vegan, organic dish of choice–each with an “I Am…” moniker–at Café Gratitude, the friendly server will repeat back to you the positive, reaffirming menu item name. Featuring gourmet raw and cooked cuisine, Café Gratitude excels at bringing top quality, healthy food to Los Angeles locally sourced from its own farm in Vacaville, California.

Cafe Gratitude's Spacious Counter/Bar Area — Photo courtesy of Sujata Day

Tucked away in Larchmont Village, Café Gratitude welcomes customers to its spacious indoor dining area, sweeping counter/bar, or outdoor patio lit charmingly by hanging lanterns. Freshly-squeezed juice or smoothie lover? Hydrate your body with “I Am Effervescent” homemade ginger ale or “I Am Energized” kale and cucumber green smoothie. Popular starters include “I Am Ecstatic” Brussels sprouts with a semi-sweet miso glaze and “I Am Comforted” rosemary yams with coconut chutney or nacho cheese.

"I Am Extraordinary" BLT Sandwich — Photo courtesy of Sujata Day

Raw food-aholics swear by main entrees like “I Am Terrific” Pad Thai and “I Am Transcending” tacos. Prepare to be mesmerized by the cooked “I Am Extraordinary” BLT sandwich (with avocado, por favor!), loaded with scrumptious chipotle-mayo coconut strips. Suffering from a sweet tooth? Save room for delectable desserts like luscious coconut cream pie, decadent double chocolate pie, or tiramisu.

Boasting an impressive organic beer and wine selection, Café Gratitude also offers tasty sangria or mimosa. Top your meal off with “I Am Powerful” digestive Chinese herbal tea blend with coconut milk and honey, or a cup of organic Arabica coffee. Dining with children? Check out kid-friendly items like “I Am Excited” grilled cheese or “I Am Fun” pizza. Take a trip to Café Gratitude and we guarantee you’ll leave feeling physically and existentially satiated!