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Serves meat, vegan options available. Serves seasonal cuisine, some of which is clearly labeled vegan. Each dish served is crafted with the memories of bustling street markets and cozy home kitchens. Open Thu-Fri 4:00pm-9:00pm, Sat-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm, Sat 5:00pm-9:00pm. Closed Mon-Wed.


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10 Reviews

First Review by shaane

Norcal2017

Points +501

Vegan
29 Sep 2024

Pop-up option

At Merritt House pop-up. First time, missed their brick and mortar old location.
My order:
Ube Horchata vegan, rice milk, cinnamon, cardamon $5
Really liked the tasty flavor of the spices and infused ube. They did have coffee service from the in house Rise and Grind establishment, too. You ordered that separately yourself.
Longsilog. longgsanisa tofu/ mushroom-soft, falafel like, nice flavor on it's own, would be interested in the reviews of tocino, healthier than a fake meat, really like spice flavor; garlic rice, not very garlicky; salad - cucumber, tomato, green onions, mango slices; spiced vinegar, just the right touch to pickup the flavors $20

Very friendly service, didn't mind me being a single at table for four, got there when they first opened. Very open bar space.

Pros: Lucky to find pop-up

nikisvegan

Points +531

Vegan
12 Apr 2024

so great

I love this place. unfortunately their menu changes very often so it’s a bit difficult to get the same thing twice. I don’t love the current menu, but highly recommend the heart healing(? I think that’s what it’s called) tea. sweet but so amazing.

the old pasta they had was a lot better than the one that’s on the menu now (which needed salt). I had an incredible taro leaf rice dish on my first visit that I have not seen on the menu since.

pklehm

Points +109

Vegetarian
09 Mar 2024

Love this place!

The food here is really good, and so is the vibe. Nourishing for the stomach and the soul! Lots of choices for vegan/vegetarians and they are sensitive to food allergies. Very comfortable, welcoming place. Always feel refreshed and revitalized after leaving here.

Would rate as a five if I could.

Pros: Food is varied and very good — great vegan options, Wonderful ambiance/vibe, It’s a collective- & the staff are warm & friendly

aykent

Points +201

Vegan
20 Jan 2024

Pop up menu had many vegan options

Delicious cocktails and vegan food. Outdoor seating area is pretty casual.Inside is trendy. Everything is well thought out from ambience to food to diversity. #Veganuary

SoyCoffeeFTW

Points +741

Vegan
29 Aug 2023

My new favorite brunch place!

I love this place because it’s the only place where I can find waffles that are vegan AND gluten-friendly!

Everything in this place is insanely good! I thought I’d never be able to taste good Filipino food again once I became vegan, but this place has proven me wrong 😊

Updated from previous review on 2023-08-29

Pros: Vegan friendly, Gluten-free friendly, Diverse

Cons: Can get very crowded on the weekends, I wish they were open more often!

SarahS88

Points +2282

Vegan
24 Jul 2022

Really love this place

Fun place to dine with vegan and non-vegan friends and love the co-op style! Wish it was open more hours!

Updated from previous review on 2022-07-23

AliciaPiccolina

Points +411

Vegan
07 Mar 2022

We are so lucky!

We are so fortunate to have this beautiful place to eat. Worker-led POC centric bistro with tons of vegan options (and tons of gluten free options too). The service is caring and the waitstaff makes moments to connect with you. The cocktails are lovely and the ambiance is expertly crafted. Go support this gem!

ferg0017

Points +49

Vegan
08 Jan 2022

Crafted and tasty meals. The food I had leaned sweet. Ppl lovely COVID safer

Multiple nuanced vegan options

Pros: Tasty vegan options, Crafted meals, COVID safer

Cons: Very sweet

HMBayArea

Points +35

Vegetarian
30 Oct 2021

Damn good!

Understory is the underdog in Oakland! The food is so good and I can myself coming back for more. There are plenty of vegan and vegetarian options- ask the staff to point out what’s what and what the specials are. Amazing food and flavor!

shaane

Points +148

Vegan
24 Jul 2021

vegan friendly, worker owned

rotating menu and thoughtful vegan options! i had vegan elote and an entree platter and it was delicious. looking forward to trying their filipino and african dishes as well




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