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Fast Casual · Farm-to-Table

Tender Greens Menu Prices 2026: Full List, Plates & Best Value

Tender Greens brings restaurant-quality cooking to a fast-casual format, centering every plate around seasonal produce and proteins sourced from California farms and ranches. Since opening in Culver City in 2006, the chain has grown to 30+ locations across California and beyond, where guests build custom plates from a rotating lineup of greens, grains, and proteins cooked fresh daily.

30+ locationsFarm-to-table fast casualBuild-your-own plates
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Signature items

Build-Your-Own Plate~$17–$22
Signature Salad~$16–$19
Grain Bowl~$17–$21
Sandwich~$14–$17
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Quick answers

What to order — at a glance

Best value plate
Salt & Pepper Chicken Plate ~$17

Build-your-own with green and side

Most popular salad
Grilled Chicken Cobb ~$18
Vegan option
Happier Vegan Bowl ~$18

Falafel, farro, hummus, pickled veg

Kids meal
Little Plate (e.g. Chicken Tenders) ~$9
Full menu with prices

Tender Greens full menu and current prices

Prices are not published on the Tender Greens website. Figures shown are community-reported estimates as of mid-2026. Confirm current prices at your location.
Plates — Build Your Own9 itemsPlate Greens (Pick One)4 itemsPlate Sides (Pick One)10 itemsSalads7 itemsBowls11 itemsSandwiches & Burgers7 itemsSides (À la carte)8 itemsSoups2 itemsJust For Kids7 itemsFamily Meals (Serves 4)6 items
Budget picks

Cheapest items on the Tender Greens menu

  1. 1Little Plate — Nonna's PastaKids menu~$9
  2. 2Little Plate — Salt & Pepper ChickenKids menu~$9
  3. 3Little Bowl — BologneseKids menu~$9
  4. 4Rustic Chicken Soup (cup)À la carte cup~$6
  5. 5Roasted Tomato Soup (cup)À la carte cup~$6
  6. 6Mashed Potatoes (side)À la carte side~$5
  7. 7Seasoned Fries (side)À la carte side~$5
  8. 8Baby Greens (side)À la carte side~$5
Calories + estimated price

Popular items: calories and estimated price

Calorie counts are from the Tender Greens website. Prices are community-reported estimates.

ItemCaloriesEst. Price
Salt & Pepper Chicken Plate186+ (protein only)~$17
Grilled Chicken Cobb Salad1,054~$18
Tuna Niçoise Salad985~$19
California Bowl w/ Chipotle BBQ Chicken1,025~$18
Happier Vegan Bowl1,598~$18
Bolognese Pasta Bowl1,156~$17
Fried Chicken Sandwich992~$15
Tender Burger806~$16
Chicken Pesto Sandwich1,096~$15
Mac & Cheese (side)785~$7
Price comparison

How Tender Greens prices compare to similar fast-casual chains

Like-for-like comparison of typical menu categories at California-style fast-casual restaurants.

CategoryTender GreensSweetgreenCavaChipotle
Signature salad / bowl~$18–$20~$14–$17~$11–$15~$10–$13
Build-your-own entrée~$17–$22~$14–$17~$11–$15~$9–$12
Sandwich / wrap~$14–$17N/AN/A~$9–$11
Kids meal~$9N/AN/AN/A
À la carte side~$5–$7N/A~$3–$5~$3–$4
About

About Tender Greens

Tender Greens was founded in 2006 in Culver City, California, by restaurateurs Erik Oberholtzer, Matt Lyman, and David Dressler, all veterans of fine-dining kitchens. Their idea was simple but ambitious: bring the techniques and ingredient standards of a sit-down restaurant into a counter-service format where a complete meal could be assembled in minutes. The restaurant opened on Venice Boulevard and quickly developed a loyal following among Westside workers and creatives looking for something more nourishing than the available fast food options.

The menu is organized around a farm-to-table sourcing philosophy that goes beyond marketing copy. Tender Greens maintains direct relationships with California farms and ranches, rotating proteins and sides to follow seasonal availability. Proteins are cooked in-house each day — grilled, roasted, or braised — rather than arriving pre-cooked, and the greens program changes with the harvest. The result is a menu that looks the same from visit to visit in category but shifts meaningfully in flavor across the seasons.

From its single Culver City location, Tender Greens has grown to more than 30 restaurants across Los Angeles, San Diego, the Bay Area, and select locations outside California. The brand has attracted investment from celebrity chef Tom Colicchio and has been recognized repeatedly for its commitment to hospitality-grade quality in a fast-casual price band — a positioning that continues to distinguish it in a crowded market of grain-bowl and salad chains.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Tender Greens a chain or independent restaurant?

Tender Greens is a regional fast-casual chain founded in Culver City, California, in 2006. It has grown to more than 30 locations concentrated in Southern California, the Bay Area, and San Diego, with a few locations outside California. Each restaurant operates with the same farm-to-table sourcing model but may have slightly different menus based on local seasonal availability.

What makes Tender Greens different from other salad chains?

Tender Greens occupies a different tier from most salad-bar chains because its proteins and sides are cooked fresh in-house each day using restaurant-style techniques — not reheated or pre-assembled. The founders came from fine-dining backgrounds, and the menu reflects that in the quality of braised proteins, house-made dressings, and seasonal vegetable preparations. The price point is higher than chains like Sweetgreen or Chipotle, reflecting that positioning.

Does Tender Greens have gluten-free options?

Yes. Many items on the Tender Greens menu carry a GF designation, including most proteins (chicken, salmon, steak, shrimp, sea bass, falafel), most grain and vegetable sides (brown rice, sushi rice, roasted potatoes, seasonal vegetables), and several salads. Items containing bread, pasta, or croutons are not gluten-free. Always inform your server of any allergy, as cross-contact is possible in a shared kitchen environment.

Does Tender Greens have vegan and vegetarian options?

Yes. The VG (vegan) tag covers items like falafel, cilantro lime brown rice, sushi rice, roasted potatoes, seasoned fries, seasonal vegetables, farro salad, braised beans, and the Happier Vegan Bowl, which is a dedicated fully vegan bowl option. Vegetarian options include those above plus items containing dairy like mac & cheese, baby spinach salad with goat cheese, and roasted beets with feta.

How does the build-your-own plate work at Tender Greens?

The Plates section works as a three-step build: choose one protein (chicken, steak, salmon, shrimp, falafel, sea bass, or seared tuna), choose one green (baby greens, romaine hearts, baby arugula, or baby spinach with their associated dressings and toppings), and choose one side (potatoes, rice, farro, seasonal vegetables, braised beans, mac & cheese, or roasted beets). The three components arrive on a single plate and constitute the full entrée.

Does Tender Greens publish prices on its website?

As of mid-2026, Tender Greens does not display prices on its public-facing menu at tendergreens.com. Prices vary by location. The figures on this page are community-reported estimates — you should confirm pricing at your specific location either in person, via the app, or by calling the restaurant directly.

Can I order Tender Greens for catering or family meals?

Yes. Tender Greens offers family meals designed to serve four, with choices of protein (steak, chicken, salmon, sea bass, or short rib), a family-sized green salad, and a family-sized side. The family meal format includes crostini and is intended for pickup. Tender Greens also offers catering for larger groups — contact your local location or visit the website for catering inquiries.

What allergen information does Tender Greens provide?

Tender Greens labels menu items with common allergen codes: NF (no nuts), GF (gluten-friendly), DF (dairy-free), and VG (vegan). These designations appear on the in-restaurant menu and on the website. For specific allergens beyond these codes, the restaurant states that additional nutrition information is available upon request and online at tendergreens.com. Anyone with a serious allergy should speak with a manager before ordering.

Where are Tender Greens locations?

Tender Greens operates primarily in California, with the heaviest concentration in the Los Angeles metro area (including Culver City, West Hollywood, Pasadena, and the South Bay), San Diego County, and the San Francisco Bay Area. A small number of locations exist outside California. The full, current list of locations with addresses and hours is available at tendergreens.com.