Vegan
Delivery
Take-out
Mexican
An all-vegan restaurant offering street food. You can also buy their own brand of plant-based meat. Relocated from 402 15th St. Open Tue-Thu 4:00pm-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:00am-9:00pm, Sun 11:00am-2:00pm.
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6419 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, California, USA, 94609
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48 Reviews
First Review by AshleyLorden
SL1983
Points +78
Huge portions! - Edit
Delicious and huge burritos. Limited seating
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peterlecki
Points +238
The best vegan Mexican food, ever! - Edit
I've been vegan for eight years and lived in Los Angeles most of that time, which is known for good Mexican food. But Venganza is the best I've ever had.
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bandito81
Points +106
Mushroom Tacos chef’s kiss - Edit
I think their Asada Taco is their top-seller, but the standout for me were their tacos with oyster mushrooms. I had the Mushroom Chicharrón, Mushroom Al Pastor, and their (soy) Asada Tacos. The mushrooms were cooked perfectly and had so much flavor. Highly recommend.
Read morePros: Mushrooms
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SFRobbie
Points +1102
Amazing - Edit
Carne asada burrito or the taco sampler will turn a ho-hum day into a symphony of happiness! Easy street parking. Take out or delivery only. Friendly vibe. What are you waiting for?
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NickTustin
Points +973
Great - Edit
* nachos al pastor - good, could have used more cheese. Vegan meat was a very meaty flavor, great portion size
Read more*carnitas taco - good
* fried japones sweet potato taco - great 9/10
* tostada chicharron - great 9/10
* fried corn chicken - great 9/10 (be sure to eat the corn off the core only)
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ccbreezy18
Points +138
Brunch - Edit
We’ve been following Raul for awhile and we have always loved his food. The super secret brunch definitely did not disappoint. We ordered a breakfast burrito and tacos; it was so good. The best vegan breakfast burrito that I’ve ever had since becoming vegan over 10 years ago.
Read moreI’m really looking forward to going back and eating my way through the menu. 🤤
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Kwr_
Points +1038
Tacos are fantastic - Edit
We ordered tacos, nachos, a burrito, and a horchata here. The tacos were absolutely outstanding (5 stars) You can get different flavours in each one at 3 for $15, or $17 to get three plus rice and beans. The nachos were OK (3 star) not my favourite. They were tasty but compared to the tacos especially, nothing special. Burrito was decent (4 star), my boyfriend really liked it - we got one of the mushroom specialty meats in it which was awesome. Also it was huge - lot of bang for your buck. I liked the horchata but my boyfriend thought it was too thick and sweet. Overall, if you go, I definitely recommend getting tacos or a taco meal with the rice and beans. So delicious!
Read morePros: TACOS
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JennKnaus
Points +124
Incredible - Edit
Was so happy to eat here after leaving the Bay years ago and dreaming about the taco cart from downtown Oakland. The resto did not disappoint and even my omni friends claimed it’s the best burrito they’ve had anywhere. Delicious flavor, perfect salsa, generous portion! Perfect!
Read morePros: Carne Roso burrito, Carne asada mushroom burrito, Carnitas tacos
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Brycew
Points +899
Delicioso!!! - Edit
This tiny shop has the best vegan Mexican in the East Bay, which is saying something because there is a lot of close competition!
Read moreDon’t try ordering pickup through any of the food apps. Somehow they never received my order but they happily made what I wanted anyway.
The restaurant said they prefer phone orders, not Uber or Doordash, etc.
Great place, conveniently open on the late side, and unbeatable food!
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ynwa
Points +2059
Superb Mexican - must must - Edit
Outstanding food variety and prepped with generous portions. I tried the triple street taco combo and can’t wait to go back. One table for 2 inside for now. So plan on picking up. Well worth it.
Read morePros: Food, All vegan , Super nice staff
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veggiedoctor12
Points +84
Great vegan meat, too much plastic - Edit
Really loved the vegan meats. They were delicious in the tacos. I was really disappointed that everything came in a big plastic container instead of compostable paper items, even when we ordered to eat in at the small table in the restaurant. We likely won’t be returning for a while simply for the waste created.
Read moreI enjoyed the tacos. Didn’t love the burrito as much because it was just the meat, refried beans, and rice, so there wasn’t much texture like there would be if there were lettuce or veggies in the burrito. But it was a very generous size.
Pros: Vegan meats were great
Cons: Terrible packaging, Burritos didn’t have lettuce or veggies
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anitacat
Points +187
Eat this now! - Edit
All vegan taco place! Burritos are giant, each are enough for 2 meals. And they are absolutely delicious! Wide selection of vegan meats! The guy who runs this place is also a fun follow on social media! It’s a very small space, so best to order for takeout if you can. Takeout order was ready very fast despite it being a busy night!
Read morePros: Giant portions , Good value for price
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sportsoul
Points +134
La Venganza... I've found you... - Edit
been to the spot on telegraph a couple of times now... been getting the 3 taco sampler.. this last time al pastor, pollo, and carnitas.. all so tasty and juicy... the beans and rice side just the right compliment.. i spied the tray of sweets and treated myself there too... i am blown away how much i enjoy the concha plant based versus when i cave in and buy at panaderia..
Read moreit's a small place.. can eat streetside or takeout... saw plenty of gig pickups too..
on the website they speak to soy and mushroom based mock meats and chef Raul Medina's desire to distribute so more establishments can serve this fare.. that is a dream i wish to see him realize..
Pros: great mock meats.. no impossible, no beyond, on the way home from work! and orders come fast, great encounters with the folks working there
Cons: wish i found sooner
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Gopala108
Points +3263
Hearty and tasty vegan tacos in Oakland - Edit
I was curious to check out Taqueria La Venganza with my uncle since was a all vegan taco spot.
Read moreWe each ordered the taco plate which comes with a sampler of three different tacos with a side of beans and rice. Hearty portions and flavorful. Done up right.
The only hiccup was no where to sit at the restaurant so me and my uncle got it to go to the bar down the block called Whitehorse which worked out just fine for the 49ers were playing an elimination game against the Packers.
I got a basketball jones yet you can't get more American than football in a bar so of course I rooted for the 49ers that came up with the W.
Back to the cuisine. It was quite alright. Me and my uncle both enjoyed it. Probably my favorite vegan tacos in America were at Vegan Nom in Austin aka the food truck yet here hit the spot and glad Whitehorse was a welcoming place to enjoy our eats.
For yummy vegan tacos served in hearty portions check them out!
Updated from previous review on 2024-01-25
Pros: Hearty and tasty vegan tacos in Oakland
Cons: no indoor seating
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aykent
Points +201
This chef is thriving!! - Edit
They opened their brick and mortar restaurant! Wohoo!!
Read moreTried many things here. While some options are somewhat greasy, it hits the right way (because it’s vegan).
Pollo is probably my favorite. Carne asada is sometimes my other favorite.
Pozole is clearly a labor of love. Get it!!
Red salsa is spicy.
Pros: Pollo Burrito, Pozole, Pollo plate
Cons: No more chips?
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certifiedtlc
Points +28
Fail and Owner is petulant - Edit
I’ll preface this review with “I really wanted to like Taqueria La Veganza”…I ordered four DIFFERENT tacos last night- 1 Mushroom Chicharrón Prensado, 1 Mushroom Al Pastor, 1 Mushroom Carnitas Taco and the Mushroom Asada Taco special, and instead I received 3 Mushroom Carnitas Tacos and 1 Mushroom Chicharrón Prensado (I think because they were all packaged in the same box layered on top of one another) so there was no distinction which further supports my claim/experience! Who does that?! To add insult to injury one of those the taco shell was inedible as it was so hard that I could not bite through it and the other taco shells were jyst as hard but I managed to bite through one but stop trying after the first bite and just continued to eat the same Mushroom Carnitas Tacos with a spoon and scoop it out of the shells. I was so disappointed, dissatisfied and vexed as I've been so looking forward to trying this spot. The Mushroom Carnitas Tacos was charred and lacked flavor but that could have been because there were burnt ends and again, it was charred and the Chicharrón Prensado was just okay as it was too bland for my liking. The Pozole was was decent without the burnt Mushroom Carnitas I ordered to add to it. Again, I really wanted to like Taqueria La Veganza but tonight was a true FAIL! #Veganuary
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You don't mention it to somebody of the restaurant?
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SarahS88
Points +2282
Best Vegan Taqueria - Edit
Update - Jan 2024 - they are open at their new location! Walked up and ordered to go, there is not really much seating. Food was delicious and they’ll do a taco sampler if you don’t know what to order. Burritos are huge!
Read moreWe love this place! Had a delicious Chili Con Carne Roja burrito! Tacos are awesome too!
Updated from previous review on 2022-03-13
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JonMosesSchickman
Points +52
Best Home Made Meat alternatives & best mexican food overall (Note is now fully open please update listing - Edit
Been following La Venganza for years. From random pop ups to boncing around working out of convience store deli counters & the back door of bars. Food is always on point.
Read moreThe new location really steps things up a notch. Happy they've finally found a permanent home where they can have more normal hours & put down roots.
Sauces, Salsas, beans, rice & veggies are allways perfectly seasoned. What makes em unuiqe is the wide varity of home made innovative meat alternatives created with real ingredients like various species of mushrooms, cauliflower, tofu chip powder, etc. This is welcome change of pace from the impossible/beyond processed frozen product many others are using. They should add a tasting plate to the menue where you can just get a small amount of each as the options can be overwhelming.
They've recieved several awards over the years, even beaten out taqueria's with animal meat in blind tase tests.
As such prices are a bit higher but not by much & worth it concidering quality of ingredients & ginormous portions.
Can't recommend highly enough.
Guest
JunglistCats
Points +50
Best vegan tacos no contest - Edit
Absolutely delicious tacos and vegan meats - so juicy, just the right spices, big portions, you cannot go wrong!!
Read morePros: Tacos, Huge burritos
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SkottDaltonic
Points +51
the best - Edit
whether it’s bar food at The Hatch or the OG vegan Mexican delights, it’s always incredible
Read morePros: portions are great, food quality, great customer service
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tonysnark
Points +39
Never disappoints - Edit
I’ve never had a a disappointing experience. The consistency in powerful flavors always hits the exact right spot when it comes to quick Mexican cuisine. Their stuff can be spicy so I always recommend salsa on the side or without if you’re someone like me whose tummy will disagree with too much good stuff.
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huangalexc
Points +128
Best Vegan Tacos - Edit
I’ve moved away from the Bay but used to come here when they were just a pop up. The tacos are satisfying and meaty with just the right amount of grease.
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erdinkel
Points +20
I dream of it - Edit
The mushroom carnitas burrito was the most delicious thing I have ever consumed and I would do anything to eat it again. Must try.
Read morePros: Delicious, Fast
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dexy
Points +31
Best vegan taqueria in California! - Edit
This is hands down the best and most authentic vegan taqueria you will find. Get the steak tacos or steak torta . Carnitas and mushroom tend to be too oily and fatty but less flavor. The steak and chicken is on point. Tastes like you're at a taco stand in Mexico. Can't wait for them to open a proper restaurant!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-09-11
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livegreenwearblack
Points +313
The. Best. Tacos! - Edit
Gracias Madre - eat your hat! Raul is coming for your lunch money. Taqueria La Venganza has the best tacos and pozole -- all the food is incredible. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu - it's all outstanding.
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taiwanesetexan
Points +9447
Fast and fulfilling - Edit
I was short on time before my next appointment, but I wanted to support Chef Raul. So I thought fast while on my walk over and remembered that I could place an order ahead of time on Clover for pickup. My torta de pollo ($9) was ready in under 10 minutes, and I picked it up from the counter just west of the main entrance to the Emporium, which wasn't open yet since I arrived between 4pm and 5pm. (You can ring the bell for service at the counter to order in person, too.) I thoroughly enjoyed the torta at one of the tables just outside of the Emporium. It was seasoned beautifully. Sadly, the conchas weren't available, but I hope to try one next time!
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LauraDreisbach
Points +218
Everything is amazing! - Edit
I've eaten here twice and man this place checks all the boxes for great Mexican food and being vegan. I've had their carne asada (so good), conchas, and nachos. Whoever the head chef is they're a genius, the carne is perfectly seasoned, the cheese sauce is smoky and spicy, and the portions are huge! Check this place out if you're in the mood to splurge and fill up on nachos
Read morePros: Well seasoned, Lots of options, Amazing non meat style protein (mushrooms etc)
Cons: A little pricey
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