Discover the upside to everything. Always vegetarian and vegan-friendly with gluten-free options that even meat-eaters will crave and enjoy, we offer plant-based farm-to-table meals-health-conscious food good for you, the planet, and your community. Enjoy gluten-free baked goods, hearty vegetarian breakfasts, globally-inspired healthy food, and locally roasted coffee in the Ocean Park neighborhood of Santa Monica, Los Angeles.
We showcase and support our community of female dreamers, doers, and makers. We're committed to increasing access to healthy food and nutrition education by donating $1 to FEAST for every chocolate pecan cookie we sell. Chef Salima Saunders (formerly of Highland Park's Amara Kitchen) has breathed new life into this daytime cafe, refreshing the space, flipping the menu to fully vegetarian, and adding some Indian and Mediterranean influences.
We showcase and support our community of female dreamers, doers, and makers. We're committed to increasing access to healthy food and nutrition education by donating $1 to FEAST for every chocolate pecan cookie we sell. Chef Salima Saunders (formerly of Highland Park's Amara Kitchen) has breathed new life into this daytime cafe, refreshing the space, flipping the menu to fully vegetarian, and adding some Indian and Mediterranean influences.
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The aroma of freshly roasted coffee, a kind gesture from a stranger, the embrace of a friend when it's been a while. If we each focus on the little moments, the hard days can pass more smoothly. We'll stop to relish in the magic of nature, of seasonal produce, of our home by the sea. We'll notice how every action we take has a meaningful ripple - on our mood, on one another, and on our community.
Reviews (10)
Lauren Rejvani
Sep 28, 2021
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The food at Uplifters is healthy, DELICIOUS, and you can tell every item on the menu is made with love. A great spot to stop for brunch/lunch with outdoor seating and excellent service. As a treat, I definitely recommend the salted chocolate chip pecan cookie, omg sooooooo good! Chef/owner Salima has made it a really special place.
Rachel Huguet
Sep 13, 2021
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Jenna Reiss
Sep 12, 2021
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The food at Uplifters is amazing! The owner of the restaurant is a chef and an amazing one at that, and you can feel her touch on everything the restaurant serves. If you want something yummy but feel good and healthy at the same time, this is your spot!
Also has the best paintings up in the cafe as decor. I was last there when restaurants were closed for eating in still, but I can't wait to go back!
Also has the best paintings up in the cafe as decor. I was last there when restaurants were closed for eating in still, but I can't wait to go back!
Jens Lucking
Aug 30, 2021
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Anna S.
Aug 25, 2021
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Uplifters kitchen has been a bright spot along Ocean Park blvd since they opened. Delicious healthy breakfast, brunch and lunch options. I love their various “salads” and the scones are just right- not too heavy or sweet. Espresso is nicely done. Turmeric iced tea delicious. Small indoor space is lovely and there are tables out front as well. Park along Ocean Park if you get lucky or in the neighborhood- it’s worth the effort!
Harry Engel
Jul 24, 2021
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Andrew Baker
Apr 17, 2021
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Bree McCool
Mar 23, 2021
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I LOVE this spot! The menu is selective and they do everything SUPER well. I'm a huge fan of getting a coffee and one of their delicious pastries when I'm meeting a friend or having a meeting. The Loaded Burrito might be my favorite esp because it's enough for 2 and its got a mild spicy but sweet flavor to it - so layered! Sitting outside on the picnic benches is also a lovely start to my morning or an afternoon sun break! You won't be disappointed!
Mena G.
Jul 31, 2019
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Eric Vasallo
Jan 11, 2019
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My go-to place for comfort food. They have WiFi so I get my work done while looking out at the beautiful Santa Monica daylight and the sidewalk cafe’. This place is my bliss. *random factoid - Uplifters Ranch nearby this cafe that bears the same name, was founded by L. Frank Baum (Writer of wizard of Oz) and several other entertainment luminaries. It was an eccentric lot of creatives and moguls of their time . They hosted theater performances and enjoyed many nights of celebrations & debauchery.
