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Besties Dry Goods
8.0
A strict all-vegan marketplace that stocks only from 100% plant-based brands — no mixed-line companies make the cut. The oat milk soft serve and house vranks pull steady repeat visits from both committed vegans and curious browsers in the ROW DTLA complex. Functions more as a curated grocery run with standout prepared snacks than a sit-down meal, so set expectations for a quick-service retail format.
Must-Try Dishes:
Oat Milk Soft Serve, Vranks (Vegan Hot Dogs), Vegan Jerky
Scores:
Value: 7.5
Service: 7.5
Consistency: 8.5
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 7.5
Cultural Relevance: 7.5
What makes it special: All-vegan marketplace stocking exclusively from 100% vegan brands — no mixed-line companies allowed
Who should go: Plant-based shoppers and curious omnivores exploring vegan staples
When to visit: Weekdays for quieter browsing; open daily 10AM–6PM
What to order: Start with the oat milk soft serve, then browse the curated snack wall for pantry staples and hard-to-find vegan brands
Insider tip: Ask about upcoming pop-ups — they regularly host independent vegan vendors and tastings
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Dedicated parking structure at 777 S Alameda St, adjacent to the ROW DTLA complex where the store is located
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Entirely plant-based — every product in the store comes from 100% vegan brands, so all items are vegetarian by default
Vegan options: All-vegan grocery store — stocks exclusively products from 100% vegan brands, specializing in pantry staples, snacks, and dry goods
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? No - this is a specialty vegan grocery store inside the ROW DTLA complex, not a sit-down restaurant. You could browse together as part of a ROW DTLA date exploring the various shops and food vendors in the complex, but there's no dining room or table service here.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Not applicable - Besties Dry Goods is a retail shop, not a restaurant. No tables or reservations. Open Wednesday through Sunday, 10am to 6pm. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Walk in anytime during business hours to browse.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes as a shop - it's a small, welcoming vegan grocery store where kids can browse. No kids menu or high chairs since it's retail, not dining. Good for families exploring the ROW DTLA complex who want to pick up vegan snacks and pantry items.
Is it good for groups? Not applicable for group dining - this is a retail store, not a restaurant. A group could visit to shop, but there are no tables, no party seating, and no group dining experience. The ROW DTLA complex has other food vendors nearby if your group wants to eat.
Is there outdoor seating? No - Besties Dry Goods is a retail store with no dedicated seating, indoor or outdoor. The ROW DTLA complex itself has common outdoor areas where you could sit after purchasing items from the shop.
Best For
Better for: Stocking up on plant-based pantry staples and snacks from curated all-vegan brands — this is a retail dry goods shop inside ROW DTLA, not a sit-down dining spot
Consider Alternatives If: You're looking for a sit-down meal or prepared food — this outpost carries only shelf-stable dry goods, no fresh items or food service
Hours
Monday10am - 9pm
Tuesday10am - 9pm
Wednesday10am - 9pm
Thursday10am - 9pm
Friday10am - 9pm
Saturday10am - 9pm
Sunday10am - 9pm