Menu

Grains, a plant-based restaurant in San Diego, offers a diverse menu with vegan and vegetarian options. From crispy French fries to flavorful Thai yellow curry, every dish is packed with surprising and healthy tastes. Customers rave about the Tom Kah soup, buffalo cauliflower, and red bean sesame balls. The casual ambiance, clean space, and friendly service make dining at Grains a delightful experience. With gender-neutral restrooms, outdoor seating, and free Wi-Fi, the restaurant caters to a wide range of preferences. Whether you're a vegan, pescatarian, or omnivore, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Don't miss out on the salt & pepper "calamari" or the yellow curry, both standout dishes that are sure to impress. Grains is a hidden gem that is worth seeking out for a unique and flavorful dining experience.

Appetizers

Appetizers

French Fries Regular-size

$6.00

French Fries Large-size

$10.00

Black Pepper Edamame

Edamame (soy beans) tossed in house made black pepper soy sauce and topped with crispy garlic. Spicy.

$8.00

Tofu Nuggets

Lightly battered tofu served with plum sauce.

$9.00

Garlic Potato Wedges

Crispy garlic, black pepper and parsley. Gluten free.

$9.00

Dragon Balls

Crispy and chewy sesame balls filled with red bean paste.

$9.00

Kale Tempura

Lightly battered fried kale. Served with house spicy sauce.

$10.00

Holy Shiitake

Juicy Shiitake mushroom strips battered and fried until golden crispy.

$10.00

Salt and Pepper Calamari Mushroom

Lightly battered calamari mushroom, garlic, serrano pepper, scallion. Served with house spicy sauce. Spicy.

$10.00

Popcorn "Chicken"

Battered cauliflower deep fried and seasoned to perfection. Served with your choice of ranch (contains cashew nuts) or BBQ sauce.

$10.00

Buffalo Cauliflower

Served with vegan ranch (contains cashew nuts), fresh carrots and celery. Spicy.

$11.00

Grilled Calamari Mushroom

Served with house spicy sauce. Gluten free and spicy.

$11.00

Onion Rings

Lightly battered fried onions, seasoned w/salt, black pepper and dried parsley.

$12.00

House Salad

Kale, spring, caper vinaigrette, roasted almonds and sundried cranberries. Gluten free.

$11.00

Larb Tofu Salad

Lime juice, red onion, scallion, cilantro, mint, dry pepper, rice powder. Served with fresh cabbage. Gluten free and spicy.

$13.00

Salad

Salad

Main Course

Main Course

Tom Kah Soup

Coconut broth, lime juice, lemon grass, galangal, tofu, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, kaffir lime leaves, cilantro. Served with jasmine wild rice. Gluten free.

$13.00

Philly Cheese Sandwich

Mushrooms, bell pepper, caramelized onion, vegan cheese. Served with French fries.

$14.00

Thai Yellow Curry

Tofu, baby potatoes, onions, carrots. Served with jasmine wild rice. Gluten free and spicy.

$14.00

Banh Mi Pulled "Pork" Sandwich

5-spice tofu, jackfruit, vegan cheese, serrano, daikon pickle, carrot pickle and cilantro. Spicy. Served with French fries (not pictured).

$15.00

Chow mein

Stir-fried chow mein noodles w/steamed tofu, bean sprouts, celery, cabbage, mushrooms, onions, roasted sesame and seaweed

$15.00

Stir Fried Eggplant

Eggplant+Tofu+Onion+Basil+Garlic stir fried in soybean sauce

$16.00

Grains Garden

Stir-fried cauliflower, cabbage, Bok choy, green bean, bell pepper, kale, carrots, mushroom, steamed tofu and garlic in house special sauce (contains sesame oil)Served with jasmine wild rice

$16.00

Drunken Angel

Angel hair stir fried with mushrooms, tofu, garlic, bell pepper, onion, cherry tomatoes, serrano, peppercorn, finger root and fresh basil. Spicy.Gluten free option available with bean-thread glass noodles substituted.

$16.00

Pan Seared Fettuccini

Pan seared house made pasta until golden brown topped with light gravy broth, steamed tofu, mushroom, bok choy and scallions (contains sesame oil)

$17.00

House Pasta

Served with Thai yellow curry sauce, tofu, baby potatoes, carrots, green beans and onions. Spicy.

$17.00

Pepper-glazed "Chicken" Strips

Fried king oyster mushrooms, red bell pepper, cashews, and white onions stir-fried in pepper-glaze sauce. Topped with green onion and cilantro. Served with jasmine wild rice.

$17.00

Pad Thai

Thin rice noodles in tamarind sauce, with tofu, crushed peanuts, vegan egg (mung bean soy protein), bean sprouts, green onions and garlic sauce (garlic+onion+sweet radish )

$17.00

Panang Curry

Panang curry w/coconut milk, fried tofu, eggplant, green bean, carrot, cauliflower, red bell pepper and basil Served w/jasmine wild rice

$17.00

Jasmine Wild Rice

$3.00

Dipping Sauce

$0.75

Side Items

Side Items