At her colorful flagship eatery and market, vegan chef Tanya Petrovna—who founded the first national plant-based chain, Native Foods, in the early '90s—pumps out filling, well-seasoned, and meat-free sandwiches and burgers, as well as salads, fries, and popular deli items. Dedicated to living cruelty-free, she prides herself on making all the "meat" (e.g., cultured tempeh, seitan, and tofu facon) in-house and also uses personal recipes to create the agua fresca, chai, and desserts—including what is easily the tastiest, least-grainy, vegan, soft-serve ice cream to have ever been swirled.

A cheerful vegan eatery, Chef Tanya’s Kitchen is the brainchild of Tanya Petrovna, the original founder of the vegan chain Native Foods. Mostly a takeaway spot, she now has locations in both Palm Springs and Palm Desert, and you can pick up her salads, bowls, and sandwiches at Tower Market gas stations in the area. You can’t go wrong with a tempeh powerburger paired with Fleetwood’s macaroni salad.How to book: Walk-ins welcome, order online for pickup or shipping nationwide.

Its mission is to find forever homes for its resident felines, but you can enjoy hanging out with the kitties over a beverage or plant-based snack from Chef Tanya’s Kitchen (see below).

After learning to make seitan and tempeh in college, chef Tanya Petrovna went on to found the first national vegan chain, Native Foods, in the ‘90s. In 2017, after a break saving elephants in Nepal and starting Palm Springs' feral cat program, the meat-free matriarch returned to the desert’s culinary scene with her takeout-only quick-service eatery. Many elements like kale giardiniera, tofu "facon," chickpea "tuNO," and the meat substitutes that started it all are made in house and used to create plant-based mimics of popular sammies (BLTA, Cubano), salads (Moroccan cauliflower), bowls, soups, and burgers.

At first glance, Chef Tanya’s Kitchen’s plant-based restaurant might be considered a breakfast or lunch hang, but the kitchen stays open until 8 PM and serves hearty salads such as the OhMyGatoTaco and the Tasty Thai Tofu with roasted peanut dressing and Tempeh Powerburgers — perfect for a grab-and-go casual healthy dinner. Petrovna learned how to make seitan and fresh cultured tempeh while in college in the ’80s. Today, Chef Tanya’s Kitchen’s tempeh is cultured in-house for the potato bun burgers (and other dishes) and has gathered quite a cult following in Palm Springs.

For those looking for a healthier option, Chef Tanya’s Kitchen is a celebrated vegan eatery known for its inventive, plant-based cuisine and commitment to sustainability. Founded by chef Tanya Petrovna, a pioneer in vegan dining, the restaurant offers a diverse menu featuring iconic dishes like the Chupacabra Chick’n sandwich, Tempeh Powerburgers, and the OhMyGatoTaco salad. Veggie-loving patrons can also enjoy a variety of fresh salads, daily specials, and indulgent desserts such as chocolate cake and key lime parfait.

The food at Chef Tanya's Kitchen is known for being tasty – and some of the best vegan cuisine in the area. The gourmet plant-based menu at this Palm Springs deli and marketplace focuses on flavor and health, inspired by executive chef Tanya Petrovna's love of "good food, nature and the animal kingdom." Menu items at this lunch and dinner spot include sandwiches, tempeh "powerburgers," soups, salads and desserts. Even nonvegans are impressed with the culinary offerings here and say they look forward to returning.

The food at Chef Tanya’s Kitchen is known for being tasty — and some of the best vegan cuisine in the area. The gourmet plant-based menu at this Palm Springs deli and marketplace focuses on flavor and health, inspired by executive chef Tanya Petrovna’s love of “good food, nature and the animal kingdom.” Menu items at this lunch and dinner spot include sandwiches, tempeh “powerburgers,” soups, salads and desserts. Even nonvegans are impressed with the culinary offerings here and say they look forward to returning.

Look good in your pants” gets a gold star in my book, but, charming tagline notwithstanding, this little all-vegan deli dishes up some of the best food I’ve ever had, period. Helmed by Chef Tanya Petrovna, the original founder of Native Foods Cafe (a chain of vegan cafes across the United States), this eatery reinvents deli classics, like a Cuban sandwich or macaroni salad, along with burgers, soups, and desserts. Thanks to the house-made proteins, cheeses, and sauces, every menu item is absolutely delicious.

One of the only vegan restaurants in the desert, Chef Tanya’s Kitchen is the go-to spot for sandwiches, salads, wraps, and vegan deliciousness. Located off the beaten path in an industrial area, you might drive right past it, but I promise it’s worth the detour. Their motto is “Eat Plants, look good in your pants.” Featured sandwiches include the El Cubana made up of slow-roasted citrus and garlic seitan, or the Modern Hippie veggie sandwich with “Crack cheese” and avocado.

For the vegetarians or those wanting a lighter meal, you’ll want to head over to Chef Tanya’s Kitchen for a delicious veggie inspired meal!. We loved how we felt after eating the Chuapacabra Chick’n sandwich which is filled with crispy seitan filets, avocado, cilantro, tomatoes, and pickled jalapeños. Another showstopper was the Modern Hippie Veggie which is filled with crack cheese, avocado, jicama, carrot, cucumber, pickled cabbage, lettuce, and mayo on levain bread!

Starting as a tempeh and seitan production plant, it developed into a take-out deli and curated marketplace where the Cubano and Chupacabra sandwiches go down in the history of sandwiches. There is now the CTK Tempeh Power Burger. The sandwiches menu doesn’t just include your typical chicken sandwiches, they have modern hippie veggie, BLTA, Bahn Mi and You, El Cubano, Chupacabra Chick’n Pastrami Mami, Sriracha Cheese Panini, and more creative dishes and entrées.

Chef Tanya’s Kitchen has vegan deli takeout and a second location in Palm Desert. Our excellent sandwiches included the Pastrami Mami with pastrami, sauerkraut, thousand island, pickle and cheese on rye bread and El Cubano, with seitan, mayo, mustard, cabbage, tomato, pickle and onion on a torpedo roll. My brother-in-law devoured his first ever tempeh burger, a Mexican-inflected burger with chiles, caramelized onions, guacamole and chipotle mayo.

Ask any vegan or health-conscious eater where to dine in Palm Springs, and Chef Tanya’s Kitchen is sure to be at the top of their list. Since 2017, their tasty and flavorful variety of vegan fare includes housemade tempeh burgers, and veggie-topped sandwiches of unique varieties of seitan and seasoned tofu. Salads, sandwiches and wraps are tasty enough to win over anyone who is still skeptical that vegan fare can pack a punch.

Ask any vegan or health-conscious eater where to dine in Palm Springs, and Chef Tanya’s Kitchen is sure to be at the top of their list. Since 2017, their tasty and flavorful variety of vegan fare includes housemade tempeh burgers and veggie-topped sandwiches of unique varieties of seitan and seasoned tofu. Salads, sandwiches, and wraps are tasty enough to win over anyone who is still skeptical that vegan fare can pack a punch.

Chef Tanya Petrovna has been pioneering plant-based dining in Palm Springs since she opened her first restaurant MT Plate — the first all-vegetarian restaurant in the Coachella Valley — in 1990. She also founded Native Foods, which is now a national plant-based chain, before opening Chef Tanya's Kitchen in 2017 to continue spreading her love of healthy and delicious vegan food. Article continues below this ad

If you’re looking for a great vegetarian meal while in Palm Springs, look no further than Chef Tanya’s Kitchen. This takeout-only spot offers eggless egg salad, smoked chicken pasta, Moroccan-spiced cauliflower, entree-sized salads, sandwiches, and the CTK Tempeh Power Burger. While there’s not much space to enjoy your meal on-site, it’s definitely worth grabbing some food to go from Chef Tanya’s.

Chef Tanya’s Kitchen in Palm Springs and Palm Desert will turn carnivores into plant lovers with diverse meat-alternative offerings, including a pastrami-style sandwich. Stop by Chef Tanya’s Kreamery, located next door to the Palm Desert location, for vegan ice cream. Delicious food and healthy choices come together in La Quinta at Beautiful Day, the latest concept from chef Justin Jenkins.

This is a takeout-only vegetarian restaurant, which is pretty different from the other options we’ve ranked. However, we were left speechless by Tanya’s inventive combinations of ingredients, the Insta-worthy presentation, and the fact that we didn’t miss meat at all. You know we love our fried chicken and a five-star delimeatball sub, but the right meatless meal can change your ways.

Chef Tanya’s Kitchen secures its well-deserved spot as one of the top contenders for the best Thai food in Palm Springs. This vegan and vegetarian-friendly restaurant takes Thai cuisine to new heights by offering a plant-based twist on traditional dishes. Located in a cozy corner of the city, Chef Tanya’s Kitchen welcomes guests with a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Visit this amazing pro-green restaurant for great vegetarian food only to go, and bring it back to your place. Curbside pickup makes it easy to get takeaway, as well as no-contact delivery for Palm Springs residents. From great sandwiches like the Modern Hippie Veggie to Tempeh Powerburgers like the Gordo Chili Cheese, there is something for everyone here!

Don't judge a book by its cover because when we pulled up to this hidden gem, we drove right past it. The small market and restaurant is located in an industrial area and is more of a takeout or pick-up kind of place. Chef Tanya's Kitchen is a vegan's playground of delicious food, fun gifts, produce, and more.

After your tour, head to one of the best lunch spots in town: Chef Tanya’s Kitchen. Yes, it’s all vegan, but the food is so good, you won’t even be able to tell. Local favorites include El Cubano, made with slow-roasted citrus and garlic seitan, and the Coachella Forever bowl, dubbed “a festival in your mouth.

At Chef Tanya’s the ham for the Cubano is substituted with seitan -- a wheat protein that, marinated the “Tanya way,” provides an exquisite alternative. For owner Tanya Petrovna, the eatery represents a return to the Coachella Valley food scene after founding, and later leaving, Native Foods Cafe.

If you’re looking for a classic cafe for lunch, look no further than Chef Tanya’s Kitchen. This bright and airy cafe makes delicious and healthy food right in the heart of Palm Springs. The menu features tons of plant-based delights, such as the tempeh burgers and the BLTA made with tofu bacon.

If we had to pick just one place to eat in Palm Springs, it would be Chef Tanya’s Kitchen. After opening in 2017, it quickly garnered a fabulous reputation thanks to its mouthwatering vegan menu. But this isn’t some high-end restaurant that prices out many travelers.

One of the most pleasant surprises on a recent trip to Palm Springs was our quick lunch pit stop at plant-based cafe, Tanya’s Kitchen. As a non-vegan, I can be picky about meat replacement items, but Tanya’s sandwiches truly taste like the real thing.

This vegan outpost is a must-visit for those who want a plant-based option. The Modern Hippie Veggie with the house special “crack cheese” is a favorite, as is the Chupacabra Chick’n with seitan filets. Don’t forget to sip some agua fresca!

This vegan eatery is known for its creative and flavorful dishes. Chef Tanya’s Kitchen offers a diverse menu, including sandwiches, burgers, and salads. The focus here is on providing satisfying comfort food with a plant-based twist.

Her current eatery, Chef Tanya's Kitchen, reflects her restaurateur beginnings in the 1980s. During this period, Chef Tanya honed her skills in making seitan and fresh cultured tempeh while still…

Chef Tanya’s Kitchen offers a take out deli and a marketplace of delicasies where the Cubano and Chupacabra make sandwich history and where the CTK Tempeh Power Burger is born.

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For a more upscale experience, consider the James Beard Award-winning Workshop Kitchen + Bar, which sources most of its ingredients within an hour of its tables.