Jewel (CLOSED)

Looking for lacto-fermented veggies, cold-pressed juice and a vegan-friendly menu without any pretension? Silver Lake's Jewel is tucked away, a casual, tiny café with a surprisingly lengthy menu. It's not entirely vegan or gluten-free, but chances are you'll find much on the menu that's one or both of these things. There are savory grain bowls studded with poached eggs and green garlic; vegan doughnuts baked fresh; toasts topped with a rainbow of seasonal veggies; almond-ricotta pizzas on activated-charcoal crusts; rice bowls topped with beet sashimi; golden-milk lattes and more. Just be sure to get there early—this spot closes at 4:30pm every day.