Casual Argentinian restaurant with shaded outdoor seating and options to eat in your car. Atmosphere feels like visiting an auntie's home, with a relaxed vibe for watching fútbol and drinking yerba mate. Known for authentic empanadas, Argentine wines, and vegetarian options that stand out in the neighborhood.
Legit vegan options include tasty empanadas that take longer to prepare. Staff clearly explain the choices and preparation times.
Freshly made milanesa sandwiches stand out for being very filling and flavorful, often considered enough for two days. The choripan sandwich offers a tasty mix with grilled onions and peppers, adding a rich, savory touch.
"These empanadas are so tasty, especially the Pavo and champiñone."
"I thought the sandwiches were pretty big and so tasty."
"The vegan empanadas here are tasty and delicious."
Good to know
If ordering online, give yourself 30 minutes in advance.
Placing a phone order for empanadas is recommended for quicker pickup.
Empanadas cost $5.50 each, which can add up quickly.
Grocery co-op combines healthy, organic products with a strong local and African focus. Atmosphere includes great music and a heavenly kitchen smell, creating a welcoming vibe. Offers vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free options alongside a mini restaurant for takeout.
Great choice of vegan and local products fills the shelves. Snack options include many vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free treats from small local brands like Way To Life Foods and Sugar Plum Vegan.
Chicken rotisserie sandwiches stand out with their juicy flavor and come with crispy fries. Sandwiches sit alongside produce, snacks, and drinks for a quick meal option.
Good to know
The store is located across the street from the West Oakland BART station.
California-grown produce is 50% off on Mondays through Saturdays for EBT customers.
They offer a wide selection of healthy, organic options.
Barbecue restaurant with a cajun punk rock vibe and a laid-back atmosphere featuring loud live music and a spacious outdoor patio with a fountain and herb garden. Entertainment includes pinball machines, board games, and TVs showing sports. The crowd ranges from punk and metal fans to those seeking a relaxed spot for food and drinks.
Several vegan options include dishes with tofu. The vegan sandwich features smoked tofu, coleslaw, veggies, and sauce.
Sandwiches feature perfectly toasted bread, unique sauces, and house-pickled additions. Options like the pork belly and pickle or spicy brisket jalapeno offer crispy, fatty, and flavorful bites.
Good to know
Parking can be challenging; consider arriving early or using rideshare services.
The kitchen closes at 8pm, so plan your visit accordingly.
Live music events occur every Saturday night, featuring local bands.
Cozy coffee shop inside a community center offers healthy comfort food with standout items like fried chicken sliders and cauliflower ceviche. Family-owned and community-oriented, it serves a mostly local crowd with limited vegan options. The atmosphere feels welcoming but not fully inclusive.
Menus include plant-forward options that taste good. Catering Café 15 + Retail offers limited vegan choices. Serving groups with vegans involves crafting custom menus.
Fried chicken and tofu sandwiches come crispy outside and juicy inside, seasoned with care. Cauliflower ceviche adds a flavor-packed twist alongside house-made soup and agua fresca.
Good to know
There is parking available for the community center to the left of the building.
Catering Café 15 is family-owned and community-oriented.
Catering Café 15 offers a variety of menu options, including vegan choices.
Sandwich shop with loud reggaeton music and a professional, unassuming vibe. Limited seating encourages takeout during busy lunch hours. Known for exceptional, high-priced sandwiches made in-house with unique flavors.
Vegan sandwiches stand out as great picnic fare with options like falafel and Italian styles. The menu offers delicious vegan choices that satisfy plant-based eaters.
Hot chicken sandwich stands out as phenomenal and full of flavor. Sandwiches come generously filled and include options like Banh Mi and hot coppa, all rated highly for taste and quality.
Good to know
Ok's Deli is only open for lunch four days a week.
Ok's Deli does not accept cash as a payment method.
The sandwiches cost around $20 each, with a sandwich and chips totaling $23.
Small shop with cute decor and speckled stools offers a buzzy atmosphere and spacious outdoor patio where kids and dogs can roam safely. The vibe stays chill despite the crowd, making it a pleasant spot to spend time. Bagels come with fresh ingredients and unique flavors, often praised for their quality and presentation.
Offers vegan cashew cream cheese that is mild and well-liked. The vegan green garden sandwich is available and considered pretty good.
Open-faced bagel sandwiches come with a crispy crunch and are topped with evenly spread cream cheese. Ingredients like chives, dill, smoked salmon, and fresh veggies add strong flavor and freshness.
Good to know
Expect about 20 minutes for your order to be ready.
There is limited indoor seating due to construction on the patio.
The outdoor patio is a nice spot for enjoying bagels on sunny days.
Tiny ice cream shop with outdoor seating in a quaint alley creates a familial, jovial atmosphere. Offers a wide selection of vegan and dairy options, including on-site waffle cones and rotating soft serve flavors. Lines form during warm weather, and the place stays open late into the evening.
A huge selection of vegan ice cream flavors includes pumpkin pie, pistachio, and bourbon vanilla. Options like vegan soft serve and ice cream sandwiches stand out alongside excellent waffle cones.
Ice cream sandwiches feature brilliant cookies like ginger snaps and vanilla shortbread. Creative flavors include Earl Grey with English shortbread and mint chocolate chip with chocolate cookies. Many options are vegan-friendly.
Good to know
Every Thursday, they create a new soft-serve ice cream flavor.
Expect long lines during the summer months.
Curbside Creamery does not allow samples of their ice cream.
Vietnamese restaurant with minimalistic decor and bamboo furniture creates an authentic, laid back atmosphere. Slow jazz music plays softly, making it a quiet spot for casual dining or takeout. The space feels cozy and inviting, suitable for relaxed conversations.
Vegan choices include a tofu banh mi and vegetarian noodle soup. Servers accommodate requests for vegan meat and tofu in banh mi.
Banh mi sandwiches stand out with unbelievably good flavor and consistent deliciousness. The beef banh mi is a recommended choice for a satisfying meal.
Good to know
You order at the counter and they bring the food to your table.
The portions at Monsoon are huge for the price.
Prices are reasonable, with dinner costing less than $18 each including tax.
Spacious pizza restaurant with upstairs mezzanine seating overlooking a lively street scene. Atmosphere blends New York pizzeria vibes with a casual, chill energy and often loud music. Frequented during busy events, it offers a fun, social setting with friendly staff and classic arcade games.
Vegan pizza features Miyoko’s vegan cheese and a perfect red sauce. The vegan mushroom pizza comes with custom toppings and improves with each visit.
Hero meatball sandwich stands out with its rich flavor but comes at a higher price. Sandwiches overall look delicious and complement a menu that also includes pizza and salads.
Good to know
Happy hour runs from 4-6pm with discounted drinks and appetizers.
Meatball Wednesday features a special meatball sub available only on that day.
Pizza by the slice is available, making it a quick option for lunch.