I've been in town for 2 days and I've eaten here twice already. My sister and I ordered takeout from here for dinner last night and it was delic. I had the Meze bowl which was flavorful and filling, and we split the brussels which were so tasty with the spicy sauce. Today I was walking around looking for somewhere to eat lunch, and it was close by, looked so cute, had wifi and outlets so I could do some work while I ate! I walked in around 11:15 and it was empty, ordered at the counter and food came out super quick. It was a huge bowl (seemed bigger than the takeout, but could just be presentation). They had cold cucumber water (serve yourself) which was super tasty. I hung and worked here for a little over an hour, and by the time I left almost every table was taken. I just wish they had some more vegetarian protein options (like tofu). read more

Really excellent food with friendly service. We each ordered the Power Bowl and I added chicken. Everything was fresh and the sweet potatoes were amazing. read more

4.5- rounded up. What an approachable place to grab some *actually* healthy food. Order at the counter or scan a QR code at the table of this hands-off joint. Some of the employees did offer to take empty plates off the table and bus for us- they were very kind. We ordered a Power Bowl and a Sesame Chicken Bowl. Both were fabulous!! Their menu promises 100% no gluten, refined sugar or seed oils! What a breath of fresh air. Although they do fry in "sustainably sourced palm fruit oil"... would love some clarity on that! We ended with dairy free SOFT SERVE which you never see! So good! read more

Unfortunately was disappointment with my recent meal here. I got the power bowl, which I found quite dry. The ingredients didn't seem to come together. I liked the plantains, but they were quite cold when they arrived. The fries were also not great, very soggy. I had high hopes but my take out experience was not up to par. I may still give their outpost in SF a try since it's dine-in. read more

Kitava - Power bowl - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

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Overrated chipotle for crazy prices. I was not impressed by this place. The flavors were not that great and it was way too saucey. It did not feel healthy at all. I felt so groggy and gross afterward. The meat was tender but somewhat flavorless. The texture of the meal just felt like mush covered in sauce. It is very cute and vibey in here but nothing to write home about. It's very trendy but I would not come back again. The people were very nice and it was nice to be able to just order from the table via QR code. It kinda felt like I was in the middle of a neighborhood and this random restaurant was here. I don't think I'd return. read more

Kitava - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

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Wow this place is good. It's also really nice that they are AIP friendly (Autoimmune Protocol...) Their casava crunchy chicken makes my spouse's mouth water. It's super healthy, and really high quality. The last star though is for deliciousness. Service is great and friendly, and nouveau. It's restaurant food, but in our post-postmates world, they don't overstress sit-down eating like older restaurants. Their open plan is inviting, and makes it super easy for take out and delivery stuff. Sitting down there is more like a cafe style in a sleepier arrondissement of Paris, full of light, a smiling server, and breezy aromas. We love it. read more

Got takeout from here for my husband and kids. The citrus salad was solid, the Caesar wasn't really like a Caesar (but not bad) and the fries were cold, soggy and sad. read more

New favorite restaurant! Been maybe 5-6 times. The chicken soup with wild rice and collard greens is quite possibly the best soup on planet earth. Love the fancy chickie nuggies and the green drink. Nom nom nom! Oh and let's not forget the fried plantains! Staff are really great and it's a great place to grab food to go or to dine in. Spacious and bright! Recommend highly! read more

Kitava is a trendy spot with build your own bowls and fresh ingredients. The staff was still helpful although we ordered through the kiosk and food came out fast. While enjoyable, I just felt like it was sooo expensive for a bowl, almost $20 if you want to add protein. It might just be the midwesterner in me, but it hurt to pay almost $80 for three people (three bowls and some hummus). read more

The food is good and staff is friendly. If you stick with their standard menu, the prices are reasonable. My complaint is that I am a little picky so I did the BYOB, with mostly basic options, and it came out much higher than even the most gourmet bowl they offer. The portions even seemed smaller, which is likely due to selecting fewer options than are included in the standard bowls. They should allow for more of the basic toppings before they start charging extra. I would definitely eat there more. If you aren't too picky though, its fine! read more

I came here on a weekend evening and there was a good flow of people. I met a friend there and we could order online, so we did. Overall I thought the food was just okay. I had the brussel sprouts and the chicken bowl. The brussel sprouts were pretty good, though it could have used more flavor. The chicken on the other hand, was not great at all. It came out fast but the chicken was not crispy and there was some weird seasoning on it and the rice. The broccoli was the best part of the dish, and that was bland. For over $20, I definitely would have expected more from the chicken bowl. Maybe I would come back to try other things, but I'm pretty turned off at how they messed up the chicken bowl so badly. At least the brussel sprouts were good and there was nice cucumber water available for guests. read more

I have been dying to try the food from here for awhile now just to get better about eating healthier and tonight for dinner, I finally bit the bullet. Wow! I wanted to have the opportunity to make my own bowl but unfortunately that option wasn't available so I bought the Cuban bowl. My bowl has rice, beans, plantains, kale slaw and avocado. Every one of those items was bomb. I added organic chicken to mine which make it that much more filling and hardy. I couldn't even finish all of it, that's how amazing it was! All in all, all of the food was great but I'm just bummed that building your own bowl wasn't an option according to the employees. Also, the food was a little pricey but I guess that's to be expected in the Bay Area. It's 4 stars from me! read more

This is a beautiful, trendy new spot in Oakland. It's a serve yourself kind of spot, where you order at the counter (or through the app) and the food is brought out to your table number. It's casual and good for groups or kids. The high ceilings and paintings on the wall were really nice, and made the space look big and colorful. The plants inside transport you to a tropical setting in the midst of this urban jungle. The menu is pretty simple, but there's a lot of options. You can basically make yourself a bowl, or order one of their pre-made bowl options. There's also a few sides like brussels sprouts or chicken nuggets which are good for sharing. I really enjoyed my caesar bowl, which was like a caesar salad with fried chicken on top. We also shared some french fries which were delicious and came with a nice homemade ketchup. For drinks, they serve health conscious drinks like Olipop, or there's kombucha on tap. I was surprised by how filling the bowl was, given that it's all healthy and light sounding. I actually couldn't finish, the portion was so large and I felt pretty full all day. Most of all, I like how you don't feel heavy or bloated after eating here. Even though they have guilty pleasures like fries and nuggets, it's all cooked in healthy fats and oils, so you don't feel sick after eating it. I hope more restaurants are inspired to cook food that is health conscious too, as Kitava demonstrates that healthy food can be tasty too. read more

Driving through the area and stopped by with a friend for lunch. Everything we ordered was very tasty and the ambiance is very nice! counter person service and help was great also. This was back in 2024. read more

Love their bowls, green smoothies, chia, overnight oats, kombucha and more. Always fresh and flavorful with lots of mix and match options.

There food is always delicious and fresh and always very fantastic service and the lemon cucumber water is just a added BONUS

Service was super friendly. I loved the build your own bowl. Bright and nice vibe. Loved that they offer the Give a Meal app! read more

Kitava - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

SOOOOOO GOOD! everything tasted so good I didn't even use the sauce. Brownie tastes so good. Wasn't aware it's full vegan until I asked if sweet potatoes are made with butter and their nooottt eeeek! This Will be a new place for my non dairy diet journey:) Happy customer read more

Kitava - Plantain bowl with side order of sweet potatoes - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

much like many restaurants in 2024 kitava leaves much to be desired. after ordering the sesame chicken bowl many times, i just received a bowl of white rice, 7 total pieces of chicken, some broccoli, with what seemed like sesame seeds just dumped into the bowl with no regard for the price of $16. restaurants like this are absolutely careless about price to portions and are taking advantage of their customers. i absolutely will not continue to support places that lack morals anymore. read more

Absolutely delish! It's so nice to have healthy food with good flavor. Prices are very reasonable too. We have the pancakes (10/10) and the sweet plantain bowl (9/10) read more

I'm doing a special diet right now and I'm so glad a friend pointed me to this place. Food very solid. Lots of great sauces, I like the greens on the salad, fried chicken is great. The staff is also a cut above. Everyone is so friendly and kinda. Especially impressed with Mona, there are certain people who have such a genuine kindness it can change your day. read more

Wow! This place is BOMB. Like super flavorful, fresh, everything we ordered we loved. The chicken nuggets, sweet potato, carnitas taco, and Brussels were all delicious. Love a quality gluten free choice in the east bay! This is IT! Do yourself a favor and check them out! read more

Kitava - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

My whole family loves Kitava. It's very nutritious with lots of fresh options and pretty invariably delicious. We usually go several times a month. We like to design our own bowls and usually get the crispy chicken. If I add an extra veggie to the bowl, it's usually enough for two (lighter) meals for me. Also love the vegan soft serve. It's not cheap to eat out here, but it's not outrageous either and everyone leaves happy. read more

Dope spot. Delicious and filling food! got the Sweet Plantain Bowl with the pulled pork!! So good!!! not impressed by the fish and chips though, sauce was bomb though. Dope spot. Delicious and filling food! got the Sweet Plantain Bowl with the pulled pork!! So good!!! not impressed by the fish and chips though, sauce was bomb though. read more

Was definitely by the food here considering having food at a brewery is hit or miss but this definitely was a hit. Ended up getting a power bowl with 2 sides of chicken as well as a flight! The staff is extremely friendly and I will definitely be back! read more

Kitava - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

Really cute quaint place in Oakland. Not far from Piedmont. I had a bowl it was delicious. I loved the plantains. Also had the watermelon refresher I would give it a 3.5 out of five. I like the atmosphere the server was friendly. I would definitely go again. read more

Everyone in our group loved their food. It was me and my husband's second visit. First time having brunch, I indulged in the pancakes and couldn't have been happier. We brought out of town visitors with us who are also gluten free. They couldn't wait to recommend Kitava to others as well. Great service. read more

We have really been enjoying Kitava as a healthy and simple meal choice. I really love that there are different sides that can be added to the jasmine rice on top of the regular meals you're able to order. I do wish they had a bit more of a selection of drinks beyond beer and prebiotics, but every time we order the food is always incredibly delicious. The fact that their containers are all compostable is just the cherry on top. All in all, we will definitely keep coming back! read more

I have enjoyed everything I've ordered but my favorite is the bone broth. It's amazing. Also, I'm not a big fan of ice cream but the soft serve chocolate is Sooo good. read more

Super cute and clean AND DELICIOUS. love the cauliflower rice and herb chicken with hummus avocado and charred brussel sprouts bowl - with green goddess sauce. read more

Freshly roasted vegetables and protein in these bowls! Perfectly portioned with the rice and sauce. Delightful treats. @Kitava kudos for the delicious meal! I ordered to go because parking was a bit tight. The ambiance is greatly appreciated. The staff was great too! read more

Kitava - Sesame Chicken Bowl and Tuna Pok Bowl - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

Great food, great service. The ambiance was nice. The restaurant was cleaned and organized. The Management team was awesome. The power bowl is great. Kitava is a great restaurant. Will definitely go back read more

Wonderful new "fast casual" spot that I feel sets the bar for the category. Everything I've tried on the menu I would order again, healthier than many restaurants and very tasty. I've only been for lunch so far and the service has been fast and friendly both times. I'll probably become a regular. read more

I drive by Buck Wild on my way to work every day. Finally gave it a try 5/2 and we've been back 3 times in two weeks! PROS: Located in a tap house = GREAT BEER, friendly staff, cool atmosphere, fast service, food is perfection, ENTIRE menu is Gluten Free. (possible) CONS: As far as I'm aware, all ordering is done via QR code at your table... might be intimidating if you're not tech-savvy, but staff will walk you through it if you need help. Hours are a bit limited, but that may be a Covid thing. GF folks... my wife has celiac disease. Over the years, I've enjoyed some "not bad" or "good for gluten free" food and drink. Buck Wild Brewing & Kitava Kitchen are not that. It's ALL good. Like, really really good. Like, "OMG" good. Like, "we should lab test this stuff it can't possibly be gluten free" good. Gorgeous building. Awesome staff. Great beer. Great food. Go now! We're planning on working our way through the entire menu, here's what we've tried so far: CUBAN BOWL Plantains, avocado, cilantro-garlic mojo sauce, kale slaw, beans, jasmine rice Add chicken +$5 | pulled pork +$5 Substitute quinoa or cauliflower rice +$2 (Ordered w/jasmine rice & pulled pork... AMAZING!) FISH & CHIPS $16 Wild-caught haddock coated in a crispy gluten-free batter, served with classic cut fries, tangy coleslaw, and dairy-free tartar sauce (This is our favorite... batter is light, crispy, delicious!) TACOS $12 Two tacos made with cassava flour tortillas, tomato salsa, cabbage, onion, cilantro and choice of carnitas | chicken | beans Add additional taco +$6 (I had the carnitas... perfection. However, if you're not familiar with cassava flour, slightly chewy texture compared to regular corn flour, still 10/10 would order again!) CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS $8 Cooked in sustainable palm oil, served with chipotle aioli (contains egg) (I'm biased as I would love Brussels sprouts served ANY way, but these are fantastic. I'd eat the chipotle aioli on anything). read more

Kitava - CUBAN BOWL (Ordered w/jasmine rice & pulled pork... AMAZING!) - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

Great sushi bowl big flavors tasty Packaging was compostable! Wife had a very different tasting bowl with pork shoulder also good read more

The food was delicious and the services excellent I went with my friend, we enjoyed everything read more

Kitava - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

Food and quality is delicious. I love that the whole space is gluten free and has lots of options! Everything is fresh and tasty other than Plantains were not good at all. They were hard, starchy and tasted old/on a verge of being bad. Smell was still ok but I decided not to risk eating it. read more

Kind of amazing the difference between what the picture shows and what I actually got. It looked like the two fish sticks I got were smaller together than one of the sticks in the picture from their site. Also, they forgot the tartar sauce. Not worth the $16 I paid for it on DoorDash. read more

Kitava - What I ordered: Fish and chips - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

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Amazing good food, clean, modern restaurant & friendly staff and food service. I was nicely surprised about the whole experience as it's very rare these days. I loved the cauliflower bites!!! The lemongrass kombucha was amazing. I liked the poke bowl m, zaatar cauliflower, brussel sprouts. I am usually not a fan of chicken but I thought it was good. Next time I want to try the cod & the plantains as well! I am already craving it!!! read more

Tasty food, lovely vibe inside, and gluten-free and kid-friendly options! Such a great find for our family, we'll be back!