Both the food and the customer service was absolutely amazing. I would sell my soul for the bean recipe. Everything was incredible. I will absolutely be going back. I live up on Mount Hood so when I do go into Portland, I really try to be particular where I eat because I don't get as many opportunities as I would like. This will definitely be one of my go to meals. It says a lot because my go to is always fresh ramen, sushi, or Thai food. My friend dates will probably really appreciate that I've added a little variety. :) read more

Super cool lady super cool food! Excited to try the gumbo and plate when I can :) thanks

I keep hearing about CocKiea's Kitchen and it is all that it's hyped up to be! Some of the best vegan soul food! read more

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This is the second time I've visited Portland and had the pleasure of eating at CoKiea's Kitchen! I specifically went to The Heist where she's located to eat! Once again, the food did not disappoint. I had the chicken and waffles which are oyster mushrooms fried to perfection and seasoned oh so well! And I also got an everything bagel breakfast sandwich which I almost bit my hand eating . I truly wish I'd gotten two of these! The service is amazing and it's always on point. Ms. CoKiea has always been there each time I've gone and I appreciate that. You can tell she takes pride in the food she makes and the service she provides. Being a vegan, I appreciate that she serves good well seasoned food. Do yourself a favor and check her out. I'll definitely be back! read more

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One of the best tasting spots for vegan food! I want to try the whole menu. Service is so nice and always friendly. I got the vegan lasagna once and was blown away by how delicious it was. Mouth watering! Another time I got a breakfast sandwich and it was delicious. I can't wait to come back, they really do it right. 5 stars all around. read more

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This food is So Good! Even if you're not vegan (I'm not) check it out! My favorites are their fried chicken and meatloaf. Favorite sides are greens and fried ocra. When they're busy it can take a bit to get your food because they're cooking it up fresh, in real time. It's worth the wait! Super friendly staff. Absolutely fair prices considering the quantity of quality food you'll get! (I just got 2 plentiful meals for $23 before tip.) Check it out! read more

Wow. I could eat this food for days. and more days. I visited CoKiea's at the People's Coop farmer's market and now I am planning my weeks around going there on Wednesdays. Yum yum yum. read more

I've found my favorite food in Portland. I've recently revisited the vegan diet and have been cooking at home but am tired of cooking so I looked up some vegan food spots and this was my first choice to try. I got my mind blown as well as my tastebuds. I had the pleasure to chat with Cokiea while she was preparing my food. She is incredibly passionate about her cooking and it definitely shows. I got takeout and was so excited as the garlic bread was smelling DELICIOUS on my drive home! I wanted comfort food and comfort is what I got! I will definitely be returning regularly! This was the best tasting meal I have had in a very long time. I think it's maybe the best lasagna I've ever had. read more

CoKiea's Kitchen - Lasagna, collards, salad - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Food was tasty, doesn't taste vegan, the flavors were well layered and thought out. I did end up having to wait an extra 10-15 minutes on top of the probably 15-20 minutes for her to make my meal, while she processed handing out three orders ahead of me just to place my order. I was going to give up on the line but none of the other food carts sounded satisfactory that day. Glad I waited but not sure I would do it again. read more

CoKiea's Kitchen - Vegan Gumbo - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Amazing food! I ordered the small gumbo and a side of potato salad. The gumbo was packed with flavor. I thought I would miss the meat but the cauliflower and beans made up for it! The homemade (no cornmeal) fried okra was great and added crunch. The potato salad was delicious and refreshing. Thank you for the great meal for my meatless Monday. read more

CoKiea's Kitchen - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

My pictures do not do this food justice. Everything taste fresh and flavorful. She is cooking it up right in front of you, chopping tomatoes and cutting avocados right there. The portions are ridiculously generous we fed six on three plates. Cokiea is personable and down to earth. Nothing but good vibes and great food. I have to try to stay away. read more

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Wow! I am so full as I write this. We just had plates of BBQ tofu, friend (oyster mushroom) chick'n, mashed potatoes, okra, delicious collard greens, sweet potato pie... Everything was so spectactularly delicious and cooked with love. I can hardly wait to order from here again. Amazing! read more

The one time I came here I had the burger and the peach cobbler, both were delicious! If she can make a regular beyond burger take like that I know her own cooked meals are delicious. I intend to come back to try her more homemade dishes as I'm sure those are jumping. Thank you Cokiea for the mission you're doing in Portland, keep rocking queen! I also really enjoyed talking to her and getting to know her, it made the ambiance all the better. read more

CoKiea's Kitchen - Veggie Burger - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Soul Bowl with jackfruit. A must have. Rich flavor, crispy seasoned jackfruit, packed with tangy greens and creamy beans, soft Mac noodles. Southern deliciousness and not greasy. Dairy not missed at all! This is gooooood food. read more

CoKiea's Kitchen - Soul Bowl (and a friend's plantain she wanted me to taste!) - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Get the mushroom tacos! This place is a one-woman show so it may take a minute to get your food, but it is so incredibly worth it. I'm in awe of her skill! read more

I hardly review places, but I just left having the soul bowl with BBQ Jack fruit and it was seriously the best meal I've had out in the last year. My stomach hurts I ate so much. So friendly, delicious, vegan, delicious, southern comfort food. I will never go to another place at The Heist. read more

I can't say enough great things about this gem! The flavors are done in such an incredible way complementing each other so effectively. We eat here often and will continue to support this amazing cart. The food is really outstanding! Every meal we had was full of flavor and cooked to perfection The menu is very good and lots of options with something for everyone. This food is delicious, flavorful, and cooked to perfection! Best soul food in Portland reminds us of Vegan Mob in Oakland California. read more

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Decided to stop in because I saw great reviews and was looking for good filling vegetarian food. AMAZING. Hands down the best vegetarian food I've ever eaten, if not some of the best food in general I've ever eaten. Prices are so incredibly fair, everything was made to order with organic ingredients and by the food cart owner herself. If you want delicious, hearty soul food you must come here and try it. Even my non vegetarian boyfriend said he wished he didn't get a burger from another cart and got food from her instead. read more

CoKiea's Kitchen - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Delicious and very fresh! Really enjoyed the breakfast burrito and tacos! Large portions and very flavorful!

OMG, the tacos. Seriously, a next level above anything I've had, period. 'Twas the day before Christmas ... and I was looking for lunch after having a latte at J Vein Caffé. I asked about the little yellow cart 2 door down and he told me that everything was AWESOME. I went over and started to order, and then the spirit of tacos past seemed to take hold of me and I decided to order up 10 tacos and a couple sides each of the barracho beans and the rice so I could bring it all back to the cart and share it with folks hanging out there with JJ. Now, a warning that the meticulous care she puts into things means it took a little longer than some, not a lot, but noticeable... but oh my gawd, sweet chocolate baby Jesus on a stick... it was SO worth it. The Jackfruit carnitas, along with the super-tasty taco sauce (creamy habanero?) were just ridiculously flavorful! There was absolutely nothing in the mouthfeel or flavor that would have made me think it was anything other than carnitas, but the other ingredients and the sauce just created an absolute flavor bomb that really made all 4 of us grin, say "Wow!" and so much more. Even JJ, with his ever so delicate and discerning palate, just loved them too. And then, the pastor... I had been concerned... I mean how can diced mushrooms actually taste like really pastor? Well, cluck a duck, these tasted like they had just been sheared off a trompo after being lovingly caressed by a blazing torch. We were all in wonderment as to how you could create something from mushrooms that had the right char, complemented by pineapple (as is appropriate) other fillings and more of the salsa to taste... no, not as good as a street taco from a vendor in Mexico, but something far more flavorful and interesting. Wow! So good! But wait, there's more... Really? After all that, I'm going to rave now about the rice and beans? Yep. Seriously awesome. The rice, I think, had been made with stock instead of just water and then also I think saffron and was full of flavor and moist. The beans were spectacular, super flavorful, some of the best I've had, a treat in themselves. My new year's resolution is going to be to eat more here whenever I can! I can hardly wait to bring Miki here to try them with me. I'm looking forward to the shock and amazement on her face...! read more

Amazing food vegan or not one of my favorite meals in town and I can't wait to go back. I especially love the bbq Smokey pinto beans, they're so good. The jackfruit is also amazing. It is a food cart so to go or sit down at the tables at the heist. Service ok. Food makes up for it read more

Adore the food here, literally.that said... waited over an hour for our food and that was after my husband checking twice on the order, they were super overwhelmed couldn't offer us any answers as to why the super long wait... just that they were working on it; I will say the owner was out so it was just 2 other gals working the food cart, maybe they weren't as experienced? love supporting local businesses, however this experience was a rough one that I've never had before and not sure I'd be back read more

Food is delicious. Only reason I'm giving a lower score is because the food took around 30 minutes and with so many other great food around, I'm not sure I'll go back. read more

Picture this: a small diner in a courtyard off Royal Street in New Orleans, nestled between an antique shop and a witch's charm shop, serving the best in vegan southern fare. That's this place, but in a food truck off the most confusing Sandy Blvd, nestled between a momo joint and a falafel stop. Guaranteed good southern food! The wait was long but well worth it. We had the lasagna which came out piping hot. The cheese layers and the portion sizing were perfect for a real experience of cheesy goodness. It came with a garden salad with raspberry vinaigrette, which was fantabulous! Even the garlic bread was gimme more. We tried two orders of the Mac and Cheese. That was comfort food at its best! And to take our salt levels to the highest heavens, we had the gumbo with a side of okra. Fried okra! You can't get much more southern than that. The gumbo took me to a Louisiana kind of day. You want to step away from good-for-you food and try good-for-your-soul type of food? Find the Rose City Food Park. It's a true find! Oh, and they have tacos too. read more

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I've ordered from Cokiea's Kitchen several times and I yet to be disappointed. The vegan lasagna is my absolute favorite, and I've tried several of the cobblers. Also, the service is always superb! read more

Just delicious. We had the meatless meatloaf, mushroom tacos, and mushrooms asada fries. All delicious but I'd say the tacos are the dish I'd go back for. There was a bit of a wait but everything was freshly made and delicious. Certainly worth the wait. read more

CoKiea's Kitchen - Meatless meatloaf - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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The owner is the sweetest and nicest lady and the dishes we ordered were ok. (Vegan Tamales and Potato Taco's) Of particular note the servings are VERY large (3 HUGE tamales along with beans and rice) were included in my order and my friend also was served 3 large tacos along with sides in her order. The only thing that missed the mark was the sweet potato pie. It was rubbery and not too tasty. I think next time I am in Portland I will try the Cobbler here instead. Overall for sure please visit Cokiea's Kitchen in Rose City Food Park as it is worth the trip. read more

I saw this truck after I had already ordered a big meal at another truck, but I could not pass up Vegan soul food. I tried a side of their Mac and Cheeze and it DID NOT disappoint. It wasn't like those dishes made with overly processed vegan cheese. It was packed with so much flavor and it was perfectly balanced. You can tell it was made with so much intention and care. I will be heading back to try the Gumbo 100 percent. read more

SO delicious. I got the potato tacos and I was blown away how fresh everything was. Plus, the hot sauce is on point read more

CoKiea's Kitchen - Potato taco with egg and no tomato - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Her food is absolutely delicious. Especially the tacos! And, her rice is phenomenal. I didn't know rice could taste that good until I had hers. Thank you, CoKiea for the delectable food. You are amazing. read more

Great owner operator. Was in Portland for small family reunion and of course with 12 people there are twelve different tastes. We chose the food truck park where CoKieas Kitchen was located. My Daughter and I ate at CoKiea's. It was very good. This whole food truck lot was filled with good food. It was clean and had tables to eat at. read more

CoKiea's Kitchen - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Delicious food with an extensive and creative menu! I've had their jackfruit sandwich and their meatless meatloaf and I plan to make my way through the menu. Very friendly staff too. read more

CoKiea's Kitchen - Meatless Meatloaf - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Simply Delicious! Great BBQ, great salads, fabulous greens all cooked by a very happy vegan chef! Southern style BBQ that has the sear and is Jackfruit! Great portions and good prices. Vegan for real and not just the impossible burger fare. And don't forget the Sweet potato Pie! It's also a place with parking and a brew spot to add a little buzz to your meal. Great service, and the pod is roomy with enough space to stretch out. read more

Absolutely amazing Gumbo!!! The owner is very nice and obviously puts a lot of love into this food. I was talking with her as I waited on an order, said I hadn't eaten much Vegan food before. She served me up a little sample of her Gumbo and I was astonished. The little sample spoon couldn't shovel it into my mouth fast enough. I look forward to going back and getting the full serving! Vegan or not I highly recommend this place. read more

i never leave reviews, but after eating the gumbo here i felt like i had to. it's literally life changing. this is hands down the best gumbo i ever had. major props to cokiea's kitchen read more

I had already purchased a protein and was looking for a side. The cart I usually go to was closed so I decided to check out this one. BIG MISTAKE- the attitude was WILD. She didn't want to talk about the food and didn't want to engage with me as a customer. The side was $6 - i gave her $10 - she gave me a $2 bill and said, "I don't have anymore change". Asked for the cash back and put it on a card- because WHAT?! In the short span of 10 mins, she took EVERY OPPORTUNITY to be abrasive and rude. Folks will say she was having a bad day, but I watched the nicest person serve the person in front of me. So the vitriol coming from her was SUPER unexpected and confusing. But message received- I won't be back- the greens were bitter anyway. read more

Hands down best bowl (vegetarian or not) I've ever had in my life. Pro tip: SAY YES TO THE CHIP! Handmade and fried crispy chips added to the mushroom bowl took it over the top. Must check out! read more

CoKiea's Kitchen - Mushroom bowl - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

So incredibly f***ing good and I'm not even vegan. Have had the luxury of trying about half the items on the menu and haven't had anything bad yet. Everything is so well seasoned. Miss when this cart was at the Foster Food Carts in my neighborhood, before the pod closed down. Might be a good thing though, because otherwise I'd eat there everyday. read more

First of all, CoKiea's Kitchen HITS the spot. The greens? SLAP. The Mac & Cheese? SLAPS. The Jackfruit Sandwich? SUH-LAPS. The service beyond amazing, they play R&B, and you can smell the goodness as you walk up to the window, the seating is nice, especially on a hot day. The only regret I have, is that she was sold out of the lasagna the day I went, because it looked AMAZING. 5/5, 10/10, if you're in PDX, hit up CoKiea's Kitchen, get you some greens, and thank me later. read more

Now located on Sandy, this is worth going out of your way for! Heading over for a fix ASAP