If I could give 10 I would!!! So happy to see souley vegan open again. I had my first chicken and…read morewaffles there over 10 years ago!! so I had to come and run it back everything's made in house, chefs kiss! The chicken and waffles was so nostalgic for me, yet better than ever. I love the little waffles! I love me some brussles sprouts and was excited to try them and they were so flavorful. Whatever the white sauce is, don't skip it! I also ordered the cayenne lemonade which was sooo fire it reminded me of drinking the last of the tajin fruit cup . Staff was amazing, super kind, moving and grooving doing their thing! There's music playing which is a whole vibe. I brought my book to chill while I waited, didn't even notice the long wait until the staff apologized kindly as they served my food. Worth the wait!! Bathrooms clean, self serve water. Bartender mentioned this was their soft opening and they'll have their full menu available at the grand opening in July. Can't wait to bring my kids next time. Thank you Tamearra & team

Souley Vegan's back!! And better than ever!…read more Location looks great, Chef Tamara herself is back behind the lines cooking, everyone on staff was extra kind and helpful. We got some of our old favorites--mac n cheese, potato salad, country-fried tofu, greens, plus tried the "burger that beat Bobby Flay" and a couple mini sweet potato pies. The food is genuinely better than ever. Like it used to be (from the start) one of our favorite restaurants, but I never remembered it even being this good. Last time we went they had a bunch of locations and I got the impression it had been a second since Chef Tamara was doing hands-on cooking, but she's back cooking now and the skill and attention to quality shows. They make hands down the best potato salad out of anywhere, and the best vegan mac. Just explosions of flavor all around. The country-fried tofu was just how we remembered it, and always remember to ask for their housemade hot sauce and garlic aioli. The portion sizes (especially with the combo platter) are maWe easily got twice as much food as we needed, ended up with three boxes of leftovers.

I come here often for delicious vegan food. It's mostly Vietnamese style with some Chinese items as…read morewell. Everything is fresh and most of the folks here are welcoming. I recommend the mush mush wraps, kelp salad, special 1, and 5-spice tofu.

I love this place! It's one of the best all vegan restaurants in Oakland. I've had a lot of…read moredifferent items on the menu but the spicy cha cha fake shrimp is my all time favorite. Nothing I've ordered has ever been bad. There's always plenty of seating and the service is quick and friendly. Golden lotus is a go to spot for me whether I'm dining in or ordering take out!

Came here on a Monday afternoon and it was really empty. The ambiance is really nice, and I could…read moredefinitely see it being an excellent date spot. The two of us ordered the Fiery Beef and Spicy Noodles and both I would highly recommend. The Fiery Beef was extremely tender with great flavor, my favorite of the two. Overall, I would rate the food a solid 4.5 stars and along with the ambiance of the restaurant, this is definitely a spot that you should check out!

I had my 40th birthday party here and that was fabulous. It's been a favorite for many years but…read moreisn't as fabulous since the pandemic hit. Things changed: more breading on the chicken (spicy crispy chicken) and reduced protein in some of the other dishes, too. But the flavors still hit and its popularity hasn't dimmed much on the nights I've gone over the last few years. I bought their cookbook years back but much of what I like isn't in it, so I keep coming back for the food and community vibes. There is a communal table, which I appreciate though I tend to sit at the bar when I go alone. It's worth it to get a view of what's happening all around you. The B S in Alameda doesn't have the same energy or coziness, but it is easier to access with safer parking (now windows broken there but I've had that here and been hassled walking to/from) and dramatically shorter waits. The diversity of the diners is much lower than this one though (Alameda is still mostly old white people) and the menu has more options here, so I'll continue to return again and again and recommend it to others ... and hope to not have to replace car windows.

Delicious and flavorful, one of My favorite bowl places. I…read morelove the whole Folds, clean ingredients, low Processed foods. I especially love that they don't use dairy or seed oils in their dressings. I often get all veggie bowls and they are super filling. Much of the menu is also Daniel Fast- friendly

Came here on the rec of a friend who told me she thought I'd like it. It's about a 24 min drive and…read moreI thought about ordering online for pick up, but it showed it'd only take 10 mins online and I wanted it fresh and crispy so I decided to order when I got there. I will say, if you have somewhere to be *ORDER ONLINE*. I got there and was told to order from the self serve tablet (I could have done this on my phone ahead of time), but I put in my order and sat down to wait for it. At the 22 min mark, the two groups of two behind me got their food before I did, so I went up to the worker behind the bar and asked if my order was ready and I was told mine would be next. All in all- took 32 mins. So again, if you have somewhere to be- order ahead! Food was good. Could definitely tell it was made fresh to order - not only because it took some time but because my friend cauliflower came out PIPING hot. Lots of oil drippings, so if that isn't your thing, may not be for you, but I will say that it was my fav bite. This was a good restaurant- I would say 4 stars for the food alone. BUT if you're in a pinch, either order online or maybe save this spot for when you have more time. Also- I know that good quality food is pricey, this place is no exception. But you pay for what you get and the quality is better than that of fast food.

I highly recommend coming on a Farmers Market Day! Enjoy the FM then get a delicious lunch, or vice…read moreversa. My parents have come here plenty of times and I got to try it for the first time- so of course I had to get a taco plate to try various "proteins" and their rice & beans. Asada is hands down my favorite (and my dad's). They said they make it in house too! Bonus points for places that make their alternative meats. I also got their shrimp and tinga tacos. I didn't realize the shrimp was going to be battered and fried- so that was a bummer for me since I don't like fried food (I'll blame that on not eating meat so not knowing how an actual shrimp taco would be prepared). BUT the shrimp was tasty! Tinga (king oyster mushroom) was shredded so finely, so you couldn't really see the mushroom, but the flavor was there! 3/3 yummy tacos! Rice and beans were super super plain but prepared well. Rico Rico gives plastic bags to tear and squeeze of an avocado green sauce and a red salsa- both delicious. Outdoor seating is nice!

I love Rico Rico Vegano. Off the bat I'll tell you the cauliflower, soyrizo, and fake chicken are…read moremy favorite choices here. A hefty burrito bowl and a few pink tortillas to dig into it with, that is plant based Mexcellence. There are exactly zero seats in this establishment, which I'm fine with because most of the time I'm getting RRV off of DoorDash, and the rest of the time I'm taking it to my nearby home anyway. Don't expect to lounge around and soak up the atmosphere in here is what I'm telling you. That's fine. The lake is right there. I'm a somewhat new pescatarian who also seems to be getting more and more lactose intolerant as I age, so I'll happily eat vegan to avoid the perils of cheese and cream. I grew up in a Mexican-American household, and since a typical Mexican restaurant is so meat and dairy centric, I was worried I'd be forever relegated to shrimp and fish burritos sans dairy and porkless nopales forever if I needed a fix. I've come to enjoy RRVs plant based dairy and meat alternatives quite a bit. The cauliflower surprised me. It isn't wearing a cheeky wink wink nudge nudge meat costume, it's just straight up crispy (breaded?) cauliflower. Great in tacos. Now for the Rico Rico MVP, the green sauce. Some variant of the newly trendy (thanks for that Cheeseboard, sincerely, more green sauce is a great thing) but steadfast staple of taquerias and Mexican food grocery aisles forever, I've used leftover packets on anything from ramen to pizza. I'm guessing it's avocado/tomatillo/cilantro/lime based? Whatever it is, I want to buy it by the half gallon. Don't get me wrong, the red sauce is nice, but the green sauce elevates anything it touches. Like most takeout Mexican, service is fast and efficient, but like I mentioned, Rico Rico Vegano is a "both my wife and I worked a full day and are exhausted" staple meal so the service tends to be moot. I bet they're friendly to DoorDash drivers too. If any of this sounds good to you but you wish they served meat and dairy...you're in for a pleasant discovery. Rico Rico Taco is around the corner, they even have seating. Same high quality food, for the carnivorous palate.

Chinese food lovers & vegans/vegetarians alike will love this place! I have been here so many times…read moreover the years and Nature Vegetarian always delivers on the taste, portion and satisfaction! The service and ambiance is pretty standard for a Chinese restaurant. Nothing to report here. Nature Veg offers plant-forward dishes as well as dishes with mock meat (mostly seitan and tofu, nothing crazy processed). Whatever you would typically order at a Chinese Restaurant you'd be able to order here and be pleasantly satisfied. I usually will randomly pick a noodle and rice dish + one vegetable main. Sorry no detailed reviews on the dishes here as everything I've tried has been great. I just move on to the next thing I haven't tried on the menu! We usually order extra to have leftovers.

If you didn't know better, you'd swear you were eating real meat…read more This place is hands down one of the best vegetarian spots in Oakland, especially if you're used to traditional meat dishes. Every dish we ordered had that rich, savory, "where's the meat?" flavor... but it's all vegetarian. The just made steamed buns came out soft, fluffy, and packed with flavor, with that slightly sweet and savory filling that hits immediately. Simple, but done right. The pan-fried dumplings had that perfect golden crisp on the outside and juicy filling inside. I kept reaching for "just one more"? Yeah... that good. And the standout for me? The sweet and sour "chicken." Crispy pieces coated in that glossy, tangy sauce with bell peppers and pineapple... it looked like your classic takeout dish and tasted just as satisfying. Everything came out fresh, hot, and well-seasoned. No bland bites anywhere. Service matched the food. Our waiter was friendly, attentive, and even suggested adjustments based on what was made fresh that day. He was not wrong! Parking is street parking on a one-way street in downtown Oakland, right on the edge of Chinatown. Pricing was very reasonable for the amount of food we got. We ordered multiple dishes, left full, had a doggy bag and felt like we got a great deal. 10/10 for the entire experience.

They are open again!!…read more I visited Millennium the day of the re-opening in June 2026. I was so happy to find out that the food is still among the best food I've eaten, vegan or not. The new concept is prix fixe dinners on the heated, covered patio, and à la carte inside for walk-ins. I ordered from the à la carte menu and it was awesome. So easy. So delicious. My table ordered the cascatelli pasta, smoky glazed tempeh, coriander & arborio crusted oyster mushroom, and for dessert the summer sundae and chocolate tart. We were sharing so I got a taste of everything. Just amazing. It tastes just as good as before but feels much more approachable and affordable with the new concept. And you can still get the fine dining experience if you want it. I can't wait to go back on a Tuesday to try the pizza. I've heard it described as the best vegan pizza in the Bay Area by people who know what good pizza is, and I can't wait to try it. All food is vegan, and almost everything is gluten free.

Oh Millennium....I hate to write this review as it pains my heart to know it will be my last time…read more You were one of the first restaurants I ever went to as a vegan when I first moved to San Francisco in 2012. Back then, it was located on the main floor of a hotel on Geary St. in the heart of Union Square, back when downtown SF was a bustling and busy epicenter of the most beautiful cities in the world. From there, I went back for all my special occasions: anniversaries, birthdays, celebrations. One day, the lease was up, and you found your new permanent home in Oakland. The vibes and atmosphere changed, but the food remained just as iconic. Unfortunately, it was now at least 1 hour commute for me by public transportation, so I stopped going consistently. Now, you are closing your doors after 30 years of serving your vegan community. Some say that it is another casualty of the decline of veganism. Some say that it was inevitable. But I say, give me a list of restaurants in the Bay Area that have survived 30+ years, even with a cross-bay relocation. And ESPECIALLY for a vegan restaurant. I call that a success. I went for the last time this week and ordered the 5-course chef's tasting menu PLUS 2 additional appetizers. As expected, everything was absolutely delicious. Those crusted fried mushroom appetizers are so divine. The BBQ Tempeh melted in your mouth. I will miss it all so. There have been too many times in recent years when my favorite vegan restaurant announces its closure, and I've been heartbroken one too many times. Wishing the staff of Millennium all the best and that this isn't the final chapter. I look forward to what Chef Eric Tucker and his team will do next, and we will be there to support you all when that happens.

As a passionate foodie always searching for memorable dining experiences, Parche in Oakland…read moredelivered on every level. From the moment I sat down, the warm glow of the dining room, lively energy, and inviting aromas drifting from the kitchen set the tone for an exceptional evening. The cocktails were outstanding. The Ojos Así was beautifully balanced, with bright, refreshing notes layered over deeper, more complex flavors that unfolded with each sip. Its vibrant presentation and fragrant aroma made it as enjoyable to admire as it was to drink. Equally impressive was the Y El Hombre Caimán, a bold and expertly crafted cocktail bursting with character, combining rich flavors and a silky texture while remaining remarkably approachable. Both were the kind of cocktails that make you slow down, savor every sip, and appreciate the artistry behind them. For the main course, the Costilla Negra was the star of the table. Perfectly cooked and incredibly juicy, the short rib featured a beautifully caramelized exterior that gave way to tender, flavorful meat. Each bite delivered a satisfying balance of richness and refinement, while the thoughtfully plated accompaniments added contrasting textures and complementary flavors that elevated the dish even further. What truly elevated the experience was the service. Rhi, tending bar, was knowledgeable, engaging, and clearly passionate about the cocktail program. Her recommendations were spot on and added an extra layer of enjoyment to the evening. She is a true master at her craft. Jackie, our server, was equally fantastic--warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, making us feel like valued guests throughout the meal. Parche combines exceptional Colombian cuisine, creative cocktails, and hospitality that leaves a lasting impression. Between the vibrant atmosphere, beautifully presented dishes, and memorable flavors, it's the kind of place that reminds you why dining out can be such a joy. I will absolutely be returning. One of my most memorable experiences in Oakland.

An Unforgettable Father's Day Lunch at Parche! We celebrated…read moreFather's Day with a family lunch here alongside my wife and her parents, and Parche absolutely knocked it out of the park. The vibrant, welcoming energy of the space set the perfect tone for a celebratory family gathering, and the food was spectacular from start to finish. Every single dish we ordered hit the mark: The Ceviche: Incredibly fresh, bright, and perfectly balanced--the ultimate way to kick off the meal. The Plantains: Perfectly executed with that ideal contrast of texture and rich flavor. The Branzino Salad: A total standout. The fish was beautifully prepared, light, and paired wonderfully with the crisp, refreshing greens. The Comunitario Rice: Deeply flavorful, comforting, and perfect for sharing across the table. Celebrating a special occasion with family means you want great food, a lively atmosphere, and seamless hospitality, and Parche delivered on all fronts. It was a fantastic Father's Day meal, and we will definitely be back!