Jyun Kang Vegetarian - A Meal That Quietly Resets You…read more Some meals speak in flavor. This one speaks in quiet. Jyun Kang is not modern plant-based cuisine. It isn't creative, trendy, or reinvented. This is the kind of vegetarian cooking that comes from older traditions - simple, steady, and designed to calm you more than impress you. And maybe that's why the dining room is always full. White, Black, Indian, Asian - everyone sits at the same wooden tables, eating the same humble dishes with an ease that feels rare these days. The Food: Old-School, Temple-Style, and Intentionally Quiet Nothing here tries to stand out. The dishes are: * lightly seasoned * clean and balanced * tofu, vegetables, and wheat gluten prepared the way temple kitchens have done for decades * no heavy oil, no aggressive spices, no sharp flavors It's not meant to overwhelm you. It's meant to lower the noise inside you. In a strange way, the quietness is the flavor. This is the type of meal where your nervous system shifts down a gear without you realizing it. The Atmosphere: A Dining Room Wrapped in Calm Steps away from the main courtyard of the City of Ten Thousand Buddhas, the restaurant feels like an extension of the grounds themselves. Light streams in softly. People speak gently. Even the clinking of dishes feels slower, more deliberate. Eating here isn't just eating - it's entering a different pace of life. A White Peacock After Lunch After the meal, a white peacock walked across the courtyard - unhurried, soft-footed, almost unreal in how quietly it moved. White peacocks are often considered auspicious, but even without any symbolism, the moment felt grounding - a small, unexpected pause that matched the tone of the meal. Not many restaurants offer you that. The Walk Afterward Part of the experience is what happens once you step outside: * walking past tall trees * seeing peacocks on rooftops * watching families stroll through the open grounds * letting your mind cool in the same way your body just did This isn't a restaurant visit. It's a reset. Verdict: A Place That Nourishes More Than Hunger Jyun Kang serves exactly what it intends to serve: pure, old-style temple vegetarian food, quietly and consistently. It won't dazzle you, but it will steady you. And sometimes, that is worth more than flavor. If you want boldness, go elsewhere. If you want a meal that lowers the volume of your day - come here. Dr. C Leica-Focused Flavor Documentation Bay Area | Ukiah | Wherever Stillness Lives

This nice little restaurant is nested within the city of ten thousand Buddha. It only accepts cash…read more Tiny place with limited tables. But it is very clean and folks working here are like machines! They are super efficient! I sat down with menu, within a minute, my order was taken. There are free books at the counter for reading. Shortly after, food was served. I got the basil mushroom with brown rice and tea. Flavor was nice! Mushroom somehow shines through the basil seasoning. Love it! Plan to visit the temple again tmrw and will dine here again!

Delicious little vegan spot that was worth the stop off. Friendly staff, tasty eats and lots to…read morechoose from. Very casual spot and you can ask to sit in their patio with dogs. Buffet and menu items which we tried both and they were great! Thank you Wacky Willits vegans

Tried a little bit of everything and was NOT disappointed! My faves were the fried tofu, the…read morepotatoes, and the stuffed bell pepper! Would definitely eat here again. I'm so glad vegan places like this exist and the vibe was so good.

I cannot understand all the negative reviews! The Raven's Restaurant is centered around foods and…read moreingredients that are natural, non-processed, nourishing, sustainable, and most importantly cruelty-free. My husband and I stayed at the Stanford Inn back in 2025 to celebrate our one year wedding anniversary, and my goodness! It's going to be really hard to beat. The Raven's Restaurant was so convenient being only a few steps away from our room. The views from the dining room are breathtaking. You either get a view of the garden and ocean, or a view of the Big River. Both are amazing! Breakfast is complimentary for those staying at the Stanford Inn, and like other reviewers have mentioned, the portion sizes are large! The food is nutrient dense, so you feel satiated after only eating half of it or so. Our breakfast would also double as our lunch, so that's two meals in one! What a win! Plus, the service was top notch every time. We felt taken care of every step of the way. I am vegan and my husband is not vegan, however, he enjoys and appreciates vegan food. There have been some vegan restaurants that we've gone to where he was not a fan, but he was so pleasantly surprised and happy with all the food at Raven's Restaurant. We especially loved the scones and looked forward to each morning trying a new flavor. They were all so delicious and moist, not crumbly and dry. None of their items were too sweet or too salty, which was amazing for people who are sensitive to those flavors. My husband and I just booked another getaway in a couple weeks and we are counting down the days to be back and enjoy Raven's Restaurant again!

Ravens' Restaurant at the Stanford Inn in Mendocino is a solid vegan restaurant with a peaceful,…read morerefined setting and a strong focus on plant-based cuisine. We tried a few dishes including the seasonal vegetable plate, a grain bowl, and their pasta, along with a couple appetizers and salads. Everything was fresh and well-prepared, but overall it felt a bit uneven in terms of flavor and execution. Service was good and the atmosphere is very calm and scenic, especially given the inn setting. A good option if you're staying at the Stanford Inn or want a fully vegan meal

Bagels are fresh, coffee tastes great, and ambiance is refreshing. I got the Main Street bagel and…read morewhite mocha. Totally recommend.

Stopped here to grab a bite to eat. They have hot and cold sandwiches and soup and coffee to go…read more They have a great selection of market items from dried and can goods to frozen items. The service here was really free eat they are incredibly knowledgeable about dietary and have a range of options. They also display local artists works and are welcoming to all people. They have a small dinning area if you would like to sit and eat your food. Great experience.

I have eaten at Blossom and Root Kitchen 15+ times at this point for brunch and dinner so my review…read moreis long overdue. I am vegetarian and have eaten at many vegetarian restaurants over the years. I would confidently say that Blossom and Root is the best vegetarian restaurant in the Bay Area and it may be my favorite restaurant hands down. Food: Key to a great restaurant is consistency. The food and dishes are consistently great at Blossom and Root over many visits. I have tried the Smash burger, yellow curry, Mediterranean bowl, french toast, pancakes, chilaquiles, breakfast burrito and several other dishes. Yellow curry is my hands down favorite but honestly no dish has ever disappointed. Every dish is always very freshly prepared. You can tell. They have a kids menu as well. Kids will also love the "experience" of the Butterfly bubbles drink! Just try it! Ambiance: Cute restaurant with a modern craftsmen kitchen feel. It feels like you are eating at the home of a friend with a nice house. Casual vibe that is kid friendly. Service: Servers and staff are always very friendly and helpful. Sometimes it can get slow for attention when they get busy.

First timer. Long wait to get an order in and not too many people in the restaurant…read more I would not recommend ordering the Chilled Beet and Avocado "Bowl." It was about 1/4 cup quinoa and millet and more tangerine oranges than grains. Look at the difference of portion sizes from our experience vs Yelp photos. I felt this was inadequate and asked for more grains. I got a 1/2 cup of extra quinoa (only). Tofu scramble and pancakes (adult and kid versions) were good. The server tried to insinuate that the adult pancakes weren't enough, but they were more than enough. We also ordered one orange juice for a child (paper cup with a copper straw jammed through the opening) and hot tea. Honest review, it was overpriced and moderately good. I would not return; quality and value for 3 adults and 1 child was not worth $100+ including tip. Hope they consider my feedback to improve; this place has great potential.

Great walk up spot in downtown Napa. Friendly staff and great sandwiches…read more I tried the Korean and the Cajun sando. Both were very flavorful, and the chicken was fried well. The Korean sando had a very mild kimchi and a sweet sauce. The Cajun ended up being my favorite, it had a slaw, pickles, and wasn't too spicy. I would take away some stars for only outdoor seating with limited shade. It Felt more like a food truck place. They do offer a store around the corner that that has seating. Parking is always challenging in this area. Staff were very friendly and helpful.

For an $18 sandwich (Cajun chicken sando), I definitely had high expectations. I was very surprised…read moreand disappointed at how dry the sandwich ate. You can tell there was spice on the chicken because you get a little heat at the end, but it somehow didn't have much flavor. It came with a generous portion of chicken at least- which would have been a plus had it hit the flavor market . I've had this place bookmarked for quite some time, really looking forward to it- but not sure I'd go for a second round. I got the chipotle Cali chili to take and save for dinner. I'll update that later. Based on other reviews, perhaps I just made it in on an off day? Or maybe should have gone the vegan route? The guy working was really nice, patient with some others that weren't so patient as well.

First time here. Wonderfully delicious! Got the Garlic…read moreNoodles, Fried Tofu, Mixed Vegetables. All were fantastic. Wonderful owner - extremely nice! It's great that we have this restaurant here in Contra Costa. Need to patronize it more, so it stays that way. Fun modern tables and chairs. I should have taken pictures first but they smelled too good to wait.

WHY WE WENT HERE: - lunch on a Friday of Lent…read more THE LOOK (FROM THE OUTSIDE): - located in the Deltafair Shopping Center off Delta Fair Blvd in between San Jose Dr and Buchanan Rd - so much parking available that it appeared as if the businesses in the plaza were dead/out of business THE LOOK (FROM THE INSIDE): - the tables and chairs are so interesting! black and red checkered and interesting seats that are modular - condiments on tables and the decor remind you it's an Asian restaurant THE MENU: - beverages - appetizers - noodle soups - stir mixed - rice plates - side order - kid's friendly - desserts WHAT WE ORDERED: - 23. Egg Rolls - 34. Mojo Mojo - 57. Garlic Noodle - 63. Tofu with Lemongrass and Chili (Gluten Free) - white rice - brown rice THE TASTE: - egg rolls weren't my favorite - mojo mojo was reminiscent of the Taiwanese beef roll, just vegetarian - garlic noodle was fine, but the vegan cheese unmelted on top threw me off - tofu with lemongrass and chili was good! - rice was standard, just steamed CUSTOMER SERVICE: - warm - welcoming - quick service