Little Lion Cafe

0 (0 reviews) · $$$$ · sanDiego · Strict-vegan verified

Fully vegan

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Diners overwhelmingly call out the signature dish as the must-order. The vibe reads as vegan restaurant — service is consistently described as warm and unhurried. Common gotcha: queues form at peak times — go early or late.

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This was our first stop for food while visiting San Diego. Everything was delicious and fresh! The garlic herb burger was unforgettable. The place is charming and unique, and everything tasted very clean. Highly recommended.

Incredible breakfast spot. I had heard about little lion cafe for years but now I understand the hype. Every ingredient shined and made everything even more delicious. My 10 year old daughter loves the breakfast platter so much and even asked for seconds of the greens!

Little Lion is hands down our favorite local spot in Point Loma. It feels like Wolf in the Woods in Mission Hills, but somehow even more quaint, cozy, and full of personality. We sat outside last Friday and had an incredible experience. Our server, whose name I wish I remembered, was genuinely wonderful and made the night feel special from start to finish. The food was unreal. The gnocchi was impossibly pillowy and soft, and for total contrast we also ordered the fried chicken. Both were perfection. The cauliflower appetizer deserves a special shoutout. I usually hate cauliflower, but this completely changed my mind. The kale salad was fresh and beautifully balanced. See photos! Dessert sealed the deal. The pear shortcake was insane, and was pure nostalgia. It instantly reminded me of my dad. We will absolutely be back often. I truly cannot say enough good things, especially knowing this spot is entirely female owned and operated. You can feel the love, intention, and positive energy from every single person on the team. Thank you so much. See you very soon. 💛