Cooks Double Dutch: Eco-friendly diner suits all diets

Vegans and meat-lovers unite! At Cooks Double Dutch in Culver City, you can order a PETA-friendly Tempeh Reuben sandwich while your ethical omnivore friend nibbles on a Homemade Free Range Beef Burger.

I opted for a Homemade Vegan Burger with a side of sweet potato fries -- yummy. This cute diner's all about local, organic, and sustainable eats -- down to the organic ketchup and mustard. Plus, there are vegan options for everything from mac and cheese to chocolate raspberry torte.

So I couldn't resist dessert: A peach-blueberry cobbler that was fruitily decadent and rich without being cloyingly too sweet. 

The colorful restaurant was teeming with regulars when I dropped by close to 3 p.m. Table service is brisk and friendly, and a self-serve beverage corner carries only natural soda.

Or you can choose from over two dozen different wines, many of which are organic. Beer lovers can find their favorite organic brews here too. Unfortunately, Cook's Double Dutch is only open for lunch -- so you'll need to get your drink on early.

Cooks Double Dutch. 9806 Washington Blvd. Culver City. (310) 280-0991. Mon - Fri, 11.30 a.m. - 3.30 p.m.

Comments

[Anna]

This looks great! Can't wait to try it out.

btw, do you have any suggestions for vegan cooking workshops particularly for single people living by themselves? Most of the vegetarian/vegan foods I prepare end up being quite bland. It would be great to learn how to create some tasty veg food. In addition, it's hard to buy veggies for one person because I make such small portions and the veggies don't last very long.

[Jennie]

Hi There - the Dutch is open for dinner Friday and Saturday Nights - Come on in!