I go here when I'm in the mood to eat healthy. Since I eat out so much, it's nice to get some clean crisp vegan food sometimes. My go to order is simply the lentil soup and steamed kale. It's simple and the flavors are good. You walk away feeling like you will live a few years longer. The staff here is always fairly helpful if you have questions. This is a good place for people who are new to being vegan, or non-vegans like me who have lots of questions. read more

Nourishing, cozy food. Admittedly very simple and home cooking vibes, but like sometimes I want some nourishing cozy food but don't want to cook 5 dishes myself. Would skip the pie - was like drinking a can of coconut milk. read more

Shangri-La Vegan - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California

See all

Prix-Fix menu. You only get to choose size, full or moderate. I felt like I got what I paid for. The moderate size was decent and I chose it to also try a pie slice. The one issue was the soggy stir fried veggies but it still had nice flavor. Can eat again. Moderate $14.95 French lentil Soup: great! Vegi Stir fry: nicely salted at least Pinto beans: liked! Collard greens: liked Mixed salad: fine Wild grain rice: good! $7 key lime pie: too coconut forward for me. read more

Shangri-La Vegan - Today's lunch set - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California

This place is simply DELICIOUS. The food is also filling and nutritious, can't beat that. A great option if you are vegan or are just tired of the meat sweats and need some tasty fiber.They had green mango and chocolate pies when I went so of course I tried both. Green mango was unique and the chocolate was phenomenal. Service was excellent. Vibes are great. Will come back. read more

Shangri-La Vegan - Soup of the day - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California

See all

This is delicious, fresh, and unprocessed food - a vegan dream, but I really enjoyed it as a pescatarian. The service was quick and kind, I had some of the hot tea and a kombucha to start. It's important to know that they only serve what is written on that whiteboard and it all comes on one plate. I don't think you can find out what this meal is in advance. I liked that though, because it means that what they're making is high-quality and created from what was fresh. There's also a very tasty mixed bean and vegetable soup that I ate too quickly to get a picture of :) I would definitely recommend this restaurant for groups with diverse palates but vegan friends, or if you're just craving really fresh fare! read more

Shangri-La Vegan - The full fixed dinner menu with collards, squash, yams, rice, salad & more! So good. - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California

This place has to be a Vegans Dream Restaurant! Its Foods Presentation was amazing. The man who took our order explained the restaurant's special meal of the day. I can't believe it look like Good! read more

Shangri-La Vegan - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California

See all

Literally saving my sick soul right now. Thank you shangri-La. I'm so glad you exist. Great flavors and feels good to eat. Great service, I called for pick up and it was ready. Love you. Please support this place, we need healthy options to stay around! read more

Exceptionally high quality vegan and organic food cooked by Tibetan Buddhists. I have been coming to this place for over a decade and it never fails to satisfy me with the variety and healthfulness of the food made with love and compassion for all beings. Yes, it's that good! read more

Shangri-La Vegan - Entrance - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California

I don't know what they do to their beans, but they are divine. No frills ambiance and service. Affordable and unassumingly hella delicious vegan food. I prefer their emeryville location over the other one. read more

Shangri-La Vegan serves flavorful, consistently delicious dishes that never disappoint. The menu is fully vegan, and every plate feels both satisfying and nourishing. I've always believed that the more colors your food has, the better the nutrition--and the meals here deliver on that beautifully. Each dish includes a vibrant variety of fresh vegetables, thoughtfully prepared and perfectly balanced. I've eaten here many times and have never had a single bad experience. The staff are genuinely kind, attentive, and always happy to answer questions. They treat every guest like a VIP, which makes the experience even better. I'd intended to get photos, but I gobble it up too quickly! 10 out of 10 -- I'd absolutely recommend Shangri-La Vegan to anyone looking for a healthy, plant-based meal that's as vibrant as it is delicious. read more

Very interesting concept: prix-fixe meals described by size. I ordered a "moderate" lunch of lentil soup, followed by a plate of red cabbage, collard greens, black lentils (?), beans and rice. The food was simple, healthy and flavorful. I do wish there had been some description of the meal (it's possible I missed it), and did not realize tea was included until I saw other patrons collecting some. The atmosphere inside was quiet and relaxing. I'll be back at some point! read more

Amazing! The person who took our order was SO nice! The food! Every item had incredible flavor and the salad dressing was to die for. I planned to go here for months it's only two miles away from me on my way to work! I will def have to stop in more often! Just amazing and a great amount of food! Cute little place and outdoor eating also. It's spacious. I love it I will be back! read more

See all

I LOVE this place. It is probably my favorite restaurant. I mean not for anything exciting. There is not a menu, there is just one meal per day. It is macrobiotic, and it is very healthy. I always feel really good about eating here. There is a salad, cooked greens, legumes, rice, and vegetables, plus a soup. While this might not sound great, for example I usually don't love cooked greens, everything here is very yummy and cooked appropriately. You have your choice of simple meal (no sauces or seasonings), medium meal (this is what I get), or large meal (bigger, I guess?). It's about $15. The place itself is not a great atmosphere, it could use a fresh coat of paint for sure. But the bathroom is clean, which suggests the kitchen is clean. The building is just a little run down, but don't be fooled and think it is dirty. I brought a friend from out of town here and she loved it so much she said she had to find out whether there is anything similar where she lives! read more

What a lovely spot. I came here for lunch, had pea soup with the medium plate - they don't have an a-la-crate menu but a fixed one that changes a few times a day. The food was simple but very good, I enjoyed it. The soup was a bit salty for my taste and I'm not a fan of vinegar on salad (personal preference), but the cooked veggies with rice were delicious. It felt like the food was made with love. There's something about a place like this that feels good, like a home-cooked meal, for that reason I'll happily be back when I'm in that area! The server shared that the chef had Tibetan background but trained in Japanese cuisine. Overall a great experience, glad there are places around that feel like soul food. Also, they use organic ingredients read more

Shangri-La Vegan - Tea and water - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California

See all

I will write a 5 star review every time I eat here. It's that good. Been coming here since 2013, and never get tired of it. The food is simple, you just choose regular or large essentially. Everything is vegan, non gmo no additives and super healthy. The items change daily, and are always good. In 2013 I ate here for 2 1/2 weeks straight (weekdays when I worked) and never got tired of it. Hands down my favorite vegan restaurant. It's run by the Buddhist temple as I understand and it's super quiet and the energy is great. Everyone is super nice Ps the deserts they have (limited quantities) are all delish read more

See all

We walked in at 11am to a warm smile I was pretty full right after the green split pea soup. My favorite part was the salad with basil lemon agave dressing, then the adzuki beans, collard greens with shiitake mushroom onion sauce and then the cabbage/rice. It's a warm environment with a simple daily menu --you can choose full or moderate as the two sizes. As my friend said, " In an era of incessant faux meat, Shangrila stands out with its whole plant based ingredients, simplicity, and space of tranquility." I gave it a 4 because I prefer some crunch in my food and a little less wet, but I can see why some vegan friends love it too. read more

See all

Doesn't care about customer service and the guy working the front is very rude. I won't be back.

Wonderful organic meal. It has similar offerings to the one on San Pablo so I imagine they're related somehow. No sugar (agave in the pie), I haven't seen any wheat/gluten or dairy. It's a relief to not need to make decisions except for the size of my plate and if I want pie or not. Though I saw I could order a single item for $6. Having the free light caffeine tea or to pay for a flavored kombucha is also offered. The atmosphere is clean, peaceful and quiet except for traffic outside. I wish they had a bit of gentle music or chanting playing. But a great respite from noisy places with overly detailed menus. And I always enjoy having the Dalai Lama overseeing a room. read more

Shangri-La Vegan - Quotes from the Dalai Lama - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California

Truck driver and vegan, I'm very intentional about my food choices. I believe food is medicine, and medicine is food. I'm new to the Oakland area, and this is a hidden gem for those who value real food and good service with culture and respect. Thankful. read more

The food was very good. They only have one meal option available each day. You can choose to have it in a large or medium portion. I was a little disappointed because I was craving broccoli. It's the first time I had seen this type of menu at a sit down restaurant but the food they had was very good. Friendly service and plenty of seats. (Please be careful about hiding all the valuables in your car if you park in the area. The car we used to get there was broken into and items were stolen.) read more

Shangri-La Vegan - Today's meal items. Everything here was delicious! - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California

Service was good. A friendly man took our order. The place was pretty dead at noon. Soup was hot, but very salty. I'm guessing maybe because they cook in big batches, but don't always sell it quickly, so they sell it over a couple or few days and it just gets super salty after reheating it daily. Anyway, the main courses were alright. The squash and beans were really salty. The potatoes (3 pieces) were cooked perfectly and seasoned. The rice was very mushy that we couldn't finish it. It's pretty pricey for a plate of veggies - almost $20 for the full plate. I've had plenty of vegan meals at temples or vegan restaurants and this one is probably at the bottom for me. I wish them well! read more

Shangri-La Vegan - Today's meal - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California

See all

American-facing Tibetan run restaurant serving fixed menu macrobiotic faire. Somewhat bland, nutritionally, balanced meals. Great for when your body needs to be nourished and re balanced. read more

I wish everyone can cook like them. My favorites are the soup! hands down, no one can make it like they can. Once you have their soup, you will throw away all your nasty Campbell soups away! read more

Always enjoy this place for a perfectly balanced, well prepared and healthy tasty macrobiotic meal.

For vegan food that is organically sourced Shanghai-La Vegan is the place to go. Their hours are a bit odd, so make sure you call or check before going. As a low key Mothers Day dinner, we decided to do take out & their menu of the day was Red Bean soup, curried garbanzo beans, arugula salad with a sweet vinaigrette dressing. Collard greens with a creamy sauce & butternut, zucchini squash, plus brown rice. Everything was flavorful except the brown rice, it was a bit over watered & lacked flavor. The star of the show was the garbanzo beans bc it had the most flavor. It was a different to be able to try vegan food, but I don't think I could ever be a vegan & be content. read more

Shangri-La Vegan - Sunday Special - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California

Key Lime Pie, A Slice To go, It's Silken Textures Have brought me to Tears ______________________________ read more

Shangri-La Vegan - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California

First trip back after not being in Berkeley for 18 months and Shangri-La didn't disappoint. Such a simple restaurant model with such exceptional quality and complex flavors. I always feel comfortable ordering a "plate" because it's irrelevant what they're serving any particular day I'm guaranteed to be well pleased and so satisfied. When we have had friends come from other areas of the country to hang out with us when we're in Berkeley, we ensure we take them to Shangri-La or now we order to pickup. If we bring them at the beginning of their time in Berkeley, it's for sure we will be popping back for lunch or dinner at least another time or two before they leave. read more

Shangri-La Vegan - The moderate plate which was so filling! - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California

So reliable! The most healthy restaurant I have ever been to. A weekly staple for me. Amazing raw vegan pies for dessert.. free twig tea on tap! Outdoor seating. No need for cumbersome choice making... you can order simple, medium or large meal. That's it! read more

Shangri-La Vegan - Words of wisdom, IYKYK - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California

See all

I love a good vegan plate! No guilt in finishing the whole thing too lol I tried the moderate yesterday. It's like a vegan Thanksgiving plate of food. Lots of different flavors and textures. My fav was the leafy greens with vegan cheese on top. The carrots and potato's with that rice was fire also. I even tried the key lime pie and that was on point. I'm glad I went with this place as opposed to another because this food made me feel good after. Would def come back! read more

Shangri-La Vegan - Moderate and delicious. - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California

Food - 4 (only because I haven't tried everything on the menu) Service - 5 Ambiance - 4 (clean location, mellow decor, smells great inside and really inviting) Order lunch via DoorDash for pickup and liked that the restaurant called to confirm when I would arrive. (I like hot food ) The food is very flavorful, uses plant-based ingredients, tastes fresh and is filling. The portions are sufficient and although i ordered a moderate portion, i was able to split my lunch into 2 days. This might end up in my weekly rotation. read more

The food is amazing. No frills cafeteria style, simple menu, just order moderate portions full size. Highly recommend even for non vegan like me. read more

Shangri-La Vegan - Full dinner - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California

Had a lovely meal here with a small group of folks. The food was wholesome and tasty. The prix fixe meal (you choose a medium or a larger version) included soup, rice, flavored beans, field greens salad with a nice dressing, steamed collards with tasty sauce, and cooked mixed veggies. Everyone seemed pleased and there were appreciative comments. They were graciously flexible about accommodating a member of our group who couldn't have two of the items that were part of the regular prix fixe meal. Today their credit card processing machine wasn't working so it was cash or some of the other payment methods (I forget which; Venmo? Zelle?). Defiitely a meal I feel good about. read more

Consistent, filling vegan food with tea included. Order the portion size you'd like and enjoy! The atmosphere is always peaceful so it's a nice way to take a break from loud noise and social interactions. read more

I love all three locations. They vary a little bit but I always feel like I am taking care of myself after eating here. Lovely food and relaxing place to enjoy the moment. read more

Great vegan spot. From what I can tell, they only have one option per day that comes in two sizes. They put a good blend of different types of foods, and it tastes good and healthy. Definitely comfort food. Also, the service and environment is friendly and welcoming. read more

See all

Food is so tasty and it's actually good for your health. The servers are friendly and it's a peaceful place to pop in on your own or a nice place to gather with friends. read more

Too much oil. I love what this place does but way too much oil for a health food spot read more

Shangri-La Vegan - So much oil floating mixed with beet juice - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California

My first time here and I was pleasantly surprised. I love vegan fare and I really appreciate the effort that went into my lunch. I started with the garbanzo soup which was flavorful, very light, and perfectly balanced. I then had the full sized lunch. It was more food than I could eat, next time I will order the moderate size. Today's lunch was house greens tossed with a beet vinaigrette, collard greens with a mushroom leek sauce, yellow peas, brown rice, and diakon with green beans. It was delicious and the service was pleasant. I look forward to my next visit when I am in the area. read more

Shangri-La Vegan - Garbanzo bean soup - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California

See all

Had to downgrade from two stars to one star due to stomachache and diarrhea after consuming food here. Basically wrote the review while having to sit on the toilet. ****************************************** Such an odd ball. I get it: it's vegan. But that doesn't mean the food has to be bland. They have full or moderate plate so you get to sample a bit of everything. I got the moderate plate which was ok. It has rice, salad, steamed mixed veggies, kale, peas, and whatever that was thrown in there. They try to create the ultimate hippie/hipster peaceful zen dinning experience in a dark rundown building with Dalai Lama's words framed all over the walls. Unfortunately I didn't get the zen feeling dining here. I can see why this place is popular among certain demographics. But I'm not a hippie/hipster and like my food with seasonings so I doubt I'd ever be back. read more

Shangri-La Vegan - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California

See all

Love this place for a great light healthy lunch. Food is always fresh and you can depend on good meal read more

Shangri-La Vegan - Vegetarian Near Me - Emeryville, California