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11/09/2026
Thanksgiving is creeping up on us quick! Only 10 days left to place your catering order with Donna Jean 💚
Our pick up windows are filling up so please place your orders asap if you have a preference on time.
Thank you for choosing to support a small business this holiday season.
11/06/2026
Ok, who’s coming over for pasta? Handmade fresh in house.🍝
New menu coming Friday 11/6 at 4pm
11/04/2026
We have a very exciting NEW MENU coming this Friday, 11/6 ‼️
Some highlights include:
MOZZARELLA STICKS returns
TIRAMISU joins the menu
An EXPANDED pasta menu which includes your choice of handmade fettuccine or 3 cheese agnolotti on every dish 👀
CACIO E PEPE returns
MEATBALL CALZONE joins the menu
& more ☺️☺️☺️
What are you indulging in this weekend? We open for dinner daily at 4pm (closed Tuesdays)
11/01/2026
Happy world vegan day from your friendly neighborhood vegan restaurant, TEN YEARS THIS FEBRUARY 😳🥲
We’re open 10am-3pm for brunch & 4-9pm for dinner!
10/30/2026
Thanksgiving is officially less than 4 weeks away 🚨
we are offering a FREE side with all orders over $100 until tomorrow 10/31.
Reserve your meal now so you don’t have to scramble in 2 weeks ✅
10/29/2026
WEEKEND SPECIAL 🍝 Cacio e pepe 🍝
Friday 10/30 - Sunday 11/1
Oat and parmesan cream sauce, freshly cracked black pepper, parsley. Your choice of house made fettuccine or three cheese agnolotti.
Always plant based and made from scratch!
See you soon ❤️
10/28/2026
MOZZ STICKS tonight in North Park. We open at 4pm for dinner 🚨
We’ve heard your cries and we feel your pain because they are a DJ team favorite too. So… our fire vegan mozzarella sticks will be returning to the full time menu on Friday, November 6. 🔥🧀
10/26/2026
TIRAMISU TONIGHT ✅✅
The feedback has been strong and it will be joining our full time menu beginning November 6th.
We open for dinner at 4pm.
10/24/2026
We now serve brunch at 10am on the weekends .. just in time for daylight savings to end. Come eat! ☀️🥂
10/19/2026
One thing is we love a cozy comfort dish. Have you tried the chicken fried shroom dinner? Just heard from another guest it was their favorite dish they’ve ever tried 🫶 we open at 4pm today!
10/16/2026
We now open at 4pm for dinner daily and 10am for weekend brunch! We’re closed on Tuesdays. Come get your Donna Jean fix sometime soon 🫶🌱
10/16/2026
If you like to save money on food (who doesn’t..) place your Thanksgiving order by tonight and receive a free 16 oz side of choice 🤩😊
Address
2611 El Cajon Boulevard
San Diego, CA
92104
For the vegetarian/vegan restaurant and American restaurant, take either the Orange or Blue trolley lines and get off at the Fifth Avenue Station. From there, head north on 5th Avenue for about two blocks until you reach your destination. If you are driving, there is street parking available in the surrounding area.
For the vegetarian & vegan restaurant, take Bus Route 2 towards Downtown and get off at the 4th Ave & University Av bus stop. Walk west on University Ave until you reach 5th Ave. Turn right and walk one block north to arrive at your destination. If you are driving, there is a small parking lot behind the restaurant as well as street parking.
For the comfort food restaurant, take Bus Route 11 towards SDSU Transit Center and get off at the Park Bl & Robinson Av bus stop. Head south on Park Boulevard until you reach Broadway. Turn left onto Broadway and then turn right onto 5th Avenue. Your destination will be on your right-hand side. If you are driving, there is a small parking lot behind the restaurant as well as street parking available.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 3pm |
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5pm - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 3pm |
|
5pm - 9pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 3pm |
|
5pm - 9pm |
| Friday |
11am - 3pm |
|
5pm - 9pm |
| Saturday |
11am - 3pm |
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5pm - 9pm |
| Sunday |
11am - 3pm |
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5pm - 9pm |
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What people say
Donna Jean San Diego is a must-visit for anyone looking for a delicious and satisfying vegetarian or vegan meal. With its focus on seasonal, sustainable, plant-based cuisine, this restaurant offers a unique dining experience that is both comforting and rustic. The menu features a variety of American comfort food dishes that are sure to please even the most stubborn meat eaters.
What sets Donna Jean apart from other vegetarian/vegan restaurants is its mission to start a conversation about what plant-based cuisine can be. Chef Roy's passion for creating something that would have made his mother proud is evident in every dish served at this restaurant. The cozy atmosphere and friendly staff make it feel like home every time you walk through the door.
Whether you're a vegetarian or just looking to try something new, Donna Jean San Diego is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious meal with friends and family. So why not stop by today and see what all the fuss is about? You won't be disappointed!
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