Eris Food Co. — Restaurant in Oceanside

I have celiac disease and I'm vegan. I have 3 regular places I like to eat at since it’s difficult to find places for me to eat, but I decided to try somewhere new. I wish I had gone to one of my regular places.

My boyfriend got the Philly Cheezestake for $18. I got the fysh tacos with corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas for $14. I asked Scott, who I believe is the owner, how many tacos came with the order. He told me two, but said he recommends getting 3, so I got 3. It does not show how much an a la cart taco is on the menu. Before tip, our order came to $44.34. $18 + $14 = $32, sales tax is about $3, so that would mean I was charged about $9 for one additional taco (which is the size of a street taco), which is outrageous, and I’m not sure why it wasn’t mentioned it would be an additional $9. If I had known, I would have just stuck with the two tacos. The owner also tried to upsale me with avocado on the tacos and my boyfriend with animal fries. We both asked “is it extra?” and both times he responded, “a little bit”. Since we weren’t told the cost, we said no. I find it odd that it wasn’t mentioned how much extra it would be to add those items, as it should be mentioned when it’s not listed on the menu. I’m sure there’s many people that say yes without knowing that it’s extra because you don’t mention it’s extra unless asked, and you don’t tell people how much extra it is. It seems as if the prices of some items were kept a secret. We also didn’t get a receipt, the screen we were using to pay didn’t give us the option for a receipt and no receipt was printed out when we were done ordering, which was also very odd.

When the food was brought to us, we said thank you, and I asked a very simple question, “just to make sure, are the tacos on corn tortillas?” You would have thought I asked him something offensive and degrading. He stared at me for a few seconds before answering me with a very annoyed “yes”. As mentioned before, I have celiac disease. I will get sick if I eat gluten (in this case flour tortillas, and I also double checked because I had never seen corn tortillas like the ones I had when I ate here so I couldn’t fully tell if they were on corn or flour). There have been many restaurants I’ve been to where I’ve mentioned this and asked for the gluten free alternative, and they still serve me gluten. So I was just double checking before I ate it as I’m looking out for my health so I don’t get sick, but apparently that’s a very offensive thing to do at this restaurant.

I regretted trying somewhere new, I wish I had gone to one of my regular places where the restaurant staff is kind and doesn’t make me feel like I’m annoying for asking a very simple clarifying question to ensure I don’t get sick, and where prices of some items aren’t hidden. I worked in the food industry for 7 years, if I had treated a customer the way I was treated when I went here, I would have...

We visited Eris Food in July 2023 with my family (about 25 of us). We were looking for a vegan place as we had a handful of our family who were vegan. My niece, a fellow foodie, had suggested Erin based on reviews and her research. It was an amazing experience sampling the wide variety of food. I finally got around to writing the review as it truly deserves a high rating

Food - Between our entire family we had sampled so many items and everyone loved the food. I and my wife shared the Galactic monster fries, triple taco combo and chop chop salad . The flavors on each one were really delicious and very different than other vegan places. You could tell the owner & chef had truly put effort to develop unique flavors and as they say "proof was in the pudding".

Service - Since we got to restaurant at lunch time right after it had opened, Scott the owner/chef was at the front taking each of our orders. We basically took up the whole inside of the restaurant. We had plenty of questions before we ordered and Scott patiently responded to each and every member and also gave suggestions what to try. He was also considerate in that he guided us in ordering so we did not over order and waste food as some portions were big; his comment was "you can always order more later". I wish all restaurants would provide such guidance so we have less waste. Scott was very pleasant to talk to and also explained how he started the restaurant and how he got into the vegan space. He was very passionate about his food

Ambiance - chill kind of place so not much in terms of expensive decor or art. Mainly bunch of tables and some could be combined plus also has outdoor seating. We did not sit outside since it was relatively hot

Overall excellent vegan food and would recommend you go try it even if you are not vegan. I give vegan chefs a lot of credit as they try and come up with...

A Must-Visit Gem for Vegan Food Lovers and Vibe Seekers Alike

This spot is really something special. The atmosphere is warm, inviting, and effortlessly cool… the kind of place where you could spend hours catching up with a friend, working on a passion project, or just soaking in the good energy. It’s not just a restaurant; it’s a third space, a community hangout, and a little oasis of calm in a busy world.

The owner Scott is one of the friendliest people you’ll ever meet. He is genuinely passionate, approachable, and clearly pouring heart and soul into every detail, from the welcoming service to the thoughtfully crafted menu. It’s the kind of hospitality that makes you feel less like a customer and more like a guest in someone’s home.

The food is amazing. Every dish bursts with flavor, and you can tell it’s made from scratch with love and high-quality, homemade ingredients. It’s not just vegan food that tastes good "for being vegan"—this is good food, period. Rich, bold, satisfying, and creative. And the portions? Generous doesn’t even begin to cover it. Come hungry or come with friends, because you will not leave empty-handed (or empty-stomached).

Whether you're fully plant-based or just curious, this place proves that vegan food can be comforting, exciting, and full of depth. Every bite feels intentional. Seasoned perfectly, balanced beautifully, and served with pride.

This is the kind of local spot that deserves all the love and support. I’ll be coming back every...