Located in the quite tremendous if very out of the way ghost kitchens on Selmaraine Drive, Lilis Vegan Breakfast is a veritable heaven for vegans, vegetarians and, to be honest, anyone who enjoys good food.
“Indulge in a revolution of flavors with every bite,” they say online. “Our vegan oasis in Culver City promises a joyous culinary journey. Dive in, embrace the zest for life, and place your online order now for a delicious start to your day!”
The menu is stunning. This writer isn’t a vegan but his wife is, making him a part-time vegan at least. Over the course of the last few years, a genuine appreciation for, and hankering for, vegan food has developed.
“Savor the essence of plant-powered goodness at Lilis Vegan Breakfast! Nestled in the heart of Culver City, we’re your vibrant destination for creative, heartwarming breakfasts, and indulgent Vegan dishes, crafted naturally free from gluten, dairy, and refined sugar,” they say. “Relish the convenience of our thoughtfully curated menu, brought to your doorstep. Place your online order now and experience the flavors that make us unique!”
So there are impossible burgers and plant-based hot-dogs, meatballs and bacon. There’s French toast and vegan nachos, breakfast burritos and so much more. All of it looks and sounds wonderful. On this occasion though, we opted for the 3 Vegan Griddle Buttermilk Pancakes. It was, after all, breakfast time and some good pancakes were just what the doctor ordered.
They were really good too; made with a vegan buttermilk and, obviously, no eggs, the pancakes were light and gloriously fluffy. It’s a mystery how they are made to be so delectable, without the standard ingredients. Vegan pancakes are very often tough and lifeless, but not these. Powdered sugar decorates them, and that too serves to wake up the palette.
The syrup that comes with it is great, though we suggest that you pour it on carefully, gently and in small amounts. These pancakes soak it up like a sponge immediately, so it’s easy to over-pour. But add it well, and it enhances the buttermilk flavor of the pancake and takes them to another level.
The people at Lili’s Vegan Breakfast are specialists. They know how to make plant-based food that feels comforting and decadent, while also fulfilling the nutritional and moral issues that vegans live by. That’s a result.
Lilis Vegan Breakfast is located at 5660 Selmaraine Dr., Culver City 90230. Call 562-336-9592 or visit lilysvegankitchenca.com.
