Cocktail bar and restaurant that serves snacks and vegan cheese boards, savory plates, and weekend brunch. Example of food include jackfruit sandwich, french toast, tofu benedict, tacos, and curried fries. Beverages include mocktails, kombucha on tap, craft beer handles, cold brew coffee, and tea. Decor is French gothic inspired with skulls, demon wolf mascot, bare-chested shock rocker art. Plays psychedelic metal on the sound system. Large interior. Est. 2015. Call or walk-in for take-out. No reservations taken for dine-in. Open Mon-Wed 4:30pm-10:00pm, Thu 4:30pm-11:00pm, Fri-Sat 4:30pm-1:00am, Sat 10:00am-2:00pm, Sun 10:00am-12:00am. Kitchen stops 1hr before closing time.
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1503 30th St (at South Park District), San Diego, California, USA, 92102
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Last update on 22 Jul 2024 by Pilot.lj
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214 Reviews
First Review by Mike Weinberg
longcaredonthair
Points +198
Bloody brilliant - Edit
Very good food, cocktails, and staff was super friendly would recommend to friends and enemies, but mostly friends.
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maleea
Points +63
disappointed - Edit
On my trip here I got the cosmo knots ($6), side of mac (6), and the memphis bbq jackfruit. The cosmo knots were just okay and the mac had no flavor to me or my partner (we were told the jalapeños would provide a kick yet we tasted nothing, i think it would improve with some seasoning). The jackfruit sandwich wasn’t terrible but I wouldn’t get it again. The soy curls were definitely the best part of the entire sandwich. It also came with few bbq chips which were pretty standard.
Read morePros: nice location, vegan option, nice employees
Cons: pricey, small portions
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christine72786
Points +604
Delicious! - Edit
We ordered food to go and everything was so flavorful! The biscuits and gravy side was the best I’ve ever had!
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izzyedelbrock
Points +23
some of the best damn vegan food - Edit
Kindred has some of THE BEST vegan food I have ever had. I have only gone for brunch but their pancakes are damn good. I really hope soon I can come down and try some of the delicious looking bar bites! Support local businesses like kindred💗
Read morePros: best vegan food in san Diego
Cons: nonE
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jbg
Points +35
One of the Best - Edit
The atmosphere is hard to explain, charming starts to get there, but maybe only 25% of the way. The food, however, is simply awesome (by any standard) and it’s vegan!
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JoeSnow
Points +36
Vegan Food, Drinks and Metal! - Edit
Kindred is one of my favorite places in the country. From the food, drinks and the attention to detail in the design and atmosphere, Kindred is always my first stop when in san diego. I'm not sure what's better the dinner or the brunch so be sure to try both. I fully recommend the seitan skewers.
Read morePros: Great Food, Great Drinks, Awesome Atmosphere
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piffelina
Points +3608
ONE OF MY FAVORITE PLACES... EVER! - Edit
Have only had the chance to visit on a few different occasions, but it has never not exceeded my expectations.
Read moreThe cocktails are exquisite and innovative, the food beyond amazing.
Would love to come back and try their brunch too!
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the_mindfulwanderers
Points +578
Unique!! - Edit
This place super unique. We stopped in on a Saturday morning to catch their breakfast menu (only on weekends) we were greeted right away and taken to a really cool table. It was small and we typically order a lot of food so we actually ended up switching to an even cooler table (all the tables in this place are really neat!)
Read moreThere were fresh flowers throughout, lots of really interesting gothic decor (but not too gaudy) everything felt very fresh, clean and open. Our server was super sweet. We ordered the French Toast, the Pancakes and the Hash dish. Everything was really great except the French Toast - just totally missed the mark on that one. We also each had a coffee ☕️ didnt realize until after we got the bill that they aren’t free refills 😂 overall we do recommend a visit - you’ll enjoy this place! We are looking forward to another visit before leaving the San Diego area :)
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marlee.k
Points +148
Absolutely a must if you’re vegan! - Edit
I fell in love with this restaurant when I moved here to San Diego. Everything is vegan, they have breakfast brunch lunch and dinner and alcohol. And on top of that-E V E R Y T H I N G is delicious. What more can you want??
Read morePros: All vegan , Everything is delicious , Awesome environment
Cons: Expensive , Can be busy
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Tellitlikeitis
Points +649
Brunch was awesome ! - Edit
Music is a tad loud for first thing in the morning for this old lady, lol! The food, though, I'll put up with it for the food!!!! Breakfast sandwich was amazing. So many little flavor details, you can tell the chefs love what they are doing. The blueberry pastry with lemon cream -- oh my goodness, I could have eaten 10 of them!
Read morePros: Divine food, creative, interesting,delicious
Cons: Music is loud
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Ace78
Points +40
Best Vegan Brunch - Edit
I keep meaning to come here for dinner because their regular menu is mouthwatering, but I keep returning for brunch because there's nothing else like it anywhere. With one exception, everything I've eaten here has been outstanding. It's hard for me to choose between two standouts: the tofu benedict and the banana pancakes. The tofu benedict has two of the most perfectly firm slices of tofu that have been breaded with a crispy exterior, on top of two English muffins halves and covered in the most delicious Hollandaise sauce (not sure what's in it!). Plus kale, tomato, and seitan (optional avocado for a fee). I could eat that every weekend! The pancakes are decadent -- perfectly fluffy with phenomenal toppings (caramelized bananas, walnuts, maple, coconut whip, and butterscotch sauce).
Read moreA new addition to the brunch menu is the breakfast strudel. I got the cinnamon strudel, which tasted exactly like a cinnamon roll only in a different format. If you're already getting the pancakes, the strudel might be a bit much. But the last time I went, I had the tofu benedict and split the strudel with my companion, and was in brunch heaven.
Everything I've stolen from other people's plates has been great. I was particularly impressed with the "crushed potatoes" I sampled from my companion's B.F.S. (I can't remember what that stands for). It sort of tastes like fried mashed potatoes, but I'm not sure -- I've never had anything like that before.
The only disappointment was the sourdough French toast, which replaced their fabulous banana bread French toast. The new (but not improved) French toast wasn't as good as the menu made it sound, as the maple tahini cream wasn't actually a topping but part of the bread itself. I wasn't expecting it to be so dry.
If you can get here right at 10 a.m. you can be seated right away, and street parking isn't too difficult on weekends. Someday I will come here for lunch or dinner, because if their breakfast is this good, their other food must be just as mind-blowing.
Pros: creative options go beyond the typical vegan fare, giant demon head
Cons: only open for brunch twice a week
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Ryah.Mayer
Points +311
Best dinner in San Diego! - Edit
The atmosphere is to die for, amazing. The food is even better! Just what we were looking for, an all vegan night out. Loved it!!!
Read morePros: Atmosphere!!! , Creative food, Great service!
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Cali-Vegan
Points +97
Favorite vegan brunch! - Edit
Try the Benedict with avocado and thank me later! Also if you leave without trying a Cinnamon streudel you'll be sorry.
Read moreCons: Brunch is the star, only on weekends
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ChristopherWebb
Points +51
yummy cocktails, strangely good food - Edit
vegan cheese? usually a no from me. but the almond ricotta stuffed into my olives in my martini were actually....good? the decor is insane. the receipt is brought inside a Choose Your Own Adventure book with dicks graffited all in it. what more could you want???
Read morePros: yummy cocktails, open late , great vegan food
Cons: expensive cocktails
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gsutiger2
Points +385
Vegan Brunch - Edit
Vegan brunch can be hard to find. Cocktails and breakfast....heaven! Go early to avoid wait. Took meat eaters who enjoyed it.
Read morePros: Cocktails galore and rosemary butter.
Cons: Parking sucks
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DavidKWinslow
Points +188
Ah....MAZING!!! - Edit
We, family of four, showed up the Monday evening before Christmas and were greeted by an awesome hostess whom was super informative on the best items on the menu. Pretty much everything btw. Starters were great! Meals were even better. The bar did an amazing job with the holiday drinks and I couldn’t believe how fast the drinks arrived (well before the starters even showed up, and the starters were super timely as well). The Dip is a must!
Read morePros: Too many options to choose from. , Flavorful, Wait staff was super friendly
Cons: Nope, Not, One Con
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lance_is_recycled
Points +18
Kindred offers a great atmosphere for a night out - Edit
They have great sandwiches, tacos, and mock tails. It’s an overall nice place to meet friends.
Read morePros: Completely vegan, Mock tails and cocktails , Chicken nuggets(secret item)
Cons: Can add up
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VeganNinjas
Points +427
Yes Please!! - Edit
Coolest atmosphere for vegan food in San Diego and equally satisfying food. Always coming back to Kindred when in the area!
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Gem26
Points +114
Wonderful Brunch - Edit
Wow! I loved the aesthetics of this place such a cute brunch spot with friends or on a date. I went with a friend and we each got a different brunch plate to try and split it. I will definitely be going back to try them all.
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pinch
Points +21
Great cocktails, really good food - Edit
Loved all the drinks we tried. Had the jackfruit sandwich, which was amazing. The restaurant has an edgy yet soft vibe that is different but works really well. Not sure if they take reservations but they get busy at night. First couple hours after they open is the chillest time to go.
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xoMia
Points +152
This place is SO CUTE! - Edit
The decor is quirky and adorable, I wish I lived here. Went for brunch alone and sat at the bar. The bartender was friendly and conversational. The food was awesome and I can’t wait to come back when I’m in the area!
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leisele
Points +67
MUST HAVE - Edit
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PLACE you have no idea what you’re missing if you haven’t tried it! I went to dinner and had two cocktails and had their version of a charcuterie board THAT YOU HAVE TO TRY I have literally never had such an amazing charcuterie board even when I wasn’t vegan! I loved it so much I went back the next day which was Sunday and I had their brunch which was equally as delicious! Every time I am in San Diego I make it my goal to come here for a meal, I can’t recommend this place more! Please drag your friends/family here, I promise it won’t disappoint!
Read morePros: Everything is vegan! , Has super amazing cocktails , They have brunch on the weekends!
Cons: Plays heavy metal music but I didn’t mind (:
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JustJade
Points +30
Fav! - Edit
This is my favorite restaurant! Everything on the menu is delicious and the cocktails are great!
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bettywouldgo
Points +156
Soul Crush! - Edit
I LOVE this place even though I often dislike some of its characteristics when I encounter them elsewhere - tiny tables very close to others, more noise than I usually like, a bar-dominant scene. The food is stellar, with lots of creative options. Soul Crush is my fave "comfort food-gone-upscale" plate (cornmeal crusted Gardein, parsnip potato mash, broccolini, creamy beer mac, tomato lemongrass velouté). The cocktails are super-creative, featuring ingredients not likely part of your home bar (ancho chile liqueur, charcoal, fennel dust, Xocolatl mole bitters...). Sitting at one of those tiny tables with one bentwood chair and one small, wood-wrapped bench, watching the gorgeous bar and lively scene, makes for a truly immersive experience, much more than "just" a great dinner and drink.
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verenadakota
Points +215
My favorite vegan place! - Edit
I love the food whether is dinner or brunch (omg those pancakes!!)
Read moreSuch a great vibe there and the cocktails are definitely worth a try!
My favorite place for a date night
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heathenvegan
Points +741
one and only Bar Kindred - Edit
I love this bar! The food, people, atmosphere and awesome decor make it a must for anyone visiting San Diego. You don't have to be vegan to have a great time so bring your non vegan friends too.
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tonyakay
Points +3957
I save my 5 star ratings for this. - Edit
Vegan gothic rock and roll. I’m tripping out. This place is real and it’s a legend. Say no more. Wolf head necropolis in mists of psychedelic Metal.
Read morePros: Giant wolf head and mirror ceiling , Astronaut bathroom and Danzig holding a black cat, Food and drinks TOP
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