Tender Greens

Tender Greens Tender Greens is an American restaurant located on La Jolla Village Drive that values sustainability and quality ingredients. The restaurant partners with local farmers, ranchers, artisans, wineries, breweries and coffee roasters to supply their produce. Scarborough Farms provides Tender Greens with daily fresh-picked produce in reusable eco-friendly containers. Their specialties include lunch and dinner options. They offer catering, takeout, outdoor seating, and walk-ins. The attire is casual. In 2024 they will source only chicken certified by Global Animal Partnership (GAP) and have a humane processing system in place.
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Some things deserve their own holiday. Our Fried Chicken Sandwich is one of them.
11/09/2026

Some things deserve their own holiday. Our Fried Chicken Sandwich is one of them.

California Bowl, Fall edition
11/07/2026

California Bowl, Fall edition

Plan ahead this season. From Holiday Meals to catering and seasonal sides like our Sweet Potato Mash, we’ve got the food...
11/05/2026

Plan ahead this season. From Holiday Meals to catering and seasonal sides like our Sweet Potato Mash, we’ve got the food covered so you can focus on everything else.

Stacked in your favor.  Happy National Sandwich Day!
11/03/2026

Stacked in your favor. Happy National Sandwich Day!

11/01/2026

Fall Harvest Salad, always House Made Daily

The Vegan Tofu Katsu Bowl has an admirer 🐶
10/30/2026

The Vegan Tofu Katsu Bowl has an admirer 🐶

Kids Eat Free all Halloween weekend! Friday through Sunday, dine in only with the purchase of any entree.
10/30/2026

Kids Eat Free all Halloween weekend!

Friday through Sunday, dine in only with the purchase of any entree.

There’s only one way to celebrate Chocolate Day. Spend $15 and enjoy a free Chocolate Chip Cookie on us!Tender Reward Me...
10/28/2026

There’s only one way to celebrate Chocolate Day. Spend $15 and enjoy a free Chocolate Chip Cookie on us!

Tender Reward Members only.

10/24/2026

Pacific Bowl with Katsu Chicken, always House Made Daily

Get $2 off the Vegan Tofu Katsu Bowl, today and tomorrow!Tender Reward Members only.
10/22/2026

Get $2 off the Vegan Tofu Katsu Bowl, today and tomorrow!

Tender Reward Members only.

Address

4545 La Jolla Village Drive
San Diego, CA
92122

To get to the restaurant on La Jolla Village Drive in San Diego using public transportation, you can take any bus or trolley that stops at the nearby UTC shopping mall. From there, it's just a short walk to the restaurant.

If you're driving, take the I-5 and exit at La Jolla Village Drive. The restaurant is located inside the UTC shopping mall, so you can park in the mall parking lot and walk to the restaurant. Alternatively, there is a parking structure near the entrance of the mall that offers free parking for up to 3 hours.

Opening Hours

Monday 10:30am - 9pm
Tuesday 10:30am - 9pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 9pm
Thursday 10:30am - 9pm
Friday 10:30am - 9pm
Saturday 10:30am - 9pm
Sunday 10:30am - 9pm

Telephone

+18584559395

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What people say

Tender Greens on La Jolla Village Drive in San Diego is a must-visit American restaurant for those who value sustainability and quality ingredients. The restaurant's commitment to developing partnerships with small local farmers, ranchers, artisans, boutique wineries, breweries, and coffee roasters is evident in the taste and freshness of their dishes. Scarborough Farms provides the restaurants with fresh-picked produce daily in reusable eco-friendly containers.

What sets Tender Greens apart from other American restaurants is their dedication to animal welfare. By 2024, they will source only chicken certified by Global Animal Partnership (GAP) and require all chickens to be processed in a manner that avoids live-dumping and live-shackling, utilizing a pre-shackle, multi-step controlled-atmosphere processing system that’s widely hailed as more humane.

The food at Tender Greens speaks for itself - cooked from the heart with no compromises. Their menu features American traditional cuisine with specialties in both lunch and dinner options. The casual attire makes it an ideal spot for a quick bite or a relaxed meal with friends or family.

Overall, Tender Greens on La Jolla Village Drive is an excellent choice for those looking for sustainable dining options without sacrificing taste or quality.

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