Fodor's Expert Review Ki's Restaurant

$$ Encinitas Vegetarian

Veggies with a view could be the subtitle for this venerable Cardiff-by-the-Sea restaurant that grew from a simple juice shack. Ki's is well known for heart-healthy, gluten-free, vegan, locally sourced, ovo-lacto, vegetarian-friendly dishes like huevos rancheros, filling tofu scrambles, taco plates, chopped salads with feta and nuts, watermelon juice, and carrot ice-cream smoothies. The menu also includes turkey wraps piled on wheat bread and dinner entrées such as Thai seafood curry, roasted Jidori chicken, or Asian salmon salad on a bed of organic greens, all prepared with minimal fat. Get a table up top for incomparable ocean views, but be prepared for a wait, as service is rather slow.

Vegetarian Views Casual Breakfast Lunch Dinner $$

Quick Facts

2591 S. Coast Hwy. 101
Cardiff-by-the-Sea, California  92007, USA

760-436–5236

www.kisrestaurant.com

Known For:
  • Healthy vegan and gluten-free menu
  • Yummy Asian-inspired dishes
  • Popular post-surfing spot across from the beach
  • Heaping Açai bowls

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