We recognize restaurants taking meaningful action across these core areas:
- Ethical Sourcing: Making thoughtful sourcing choices that support responsible producers, local food systems, and more sustainable ingredients.
- Operational Integrity: Taking practical steps to reduce waste, use resources responsibly, and improve the environmental impact of daily operations.
- Community Focus: Supporting local businesses, engaging with the community, and prioritizing employee wellbeing.
Tinġo Founding Restaurants
The first restaurants recognized by Tinġo for their commitment to responsible and sustainable dining. Each was independently researched and evaluated by Tinġo based on publicly available information about their practices.
Troubadour Bread & Bistro
Troubadour Bread & Bistro brings together a sourdough bakery and an intimate evening bistro under…
Pura Vita
In 2018, Brooklyn-born Chef Tara Punzone opened Pura Vita on Santa Monica Boulevard and made…
Michael’s Santa Monica
Michael’s Santa Monica is a landmark in American dining. Opened in 1979 by Michael McCarty…
Fog Harbor Fish House
Fog Harbor Fish House stands out for its environmental leadership at Fisherman’s Wharf. Run by…
Quail & Condor
Quail & Condor is a small bakery that combines expert baking with thoughtful sourcing. Melissa…
Shojin
Shojin offers a mindful dining experience that goes beyond the usual idea of vegan food….
Sierra Mar at Post Ranch Inn
Sierra Mar sits high on the cliffs of Big Sur and is the main restaurant…
Nopalito
Nopalito, which grew out of the popular Nopa, is an “organic Mexican kitchen” known in…
True Food Kitchen
True Food Kitchen is a wellness-driven restaurant group founded on the anti-inflammatory principles of Dr….
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