We came back today and all three of us felt the food was insanely salty to the point where we…read morecouldn't even finish the food. Even worse, both my husband and I found pieces of white plastic in our soup! I don't know if we can come back here anytime soon. We understand that there's a different chef on the weekends and maybe the weekend is the only time to eat here. Very disappointed and disgusted.

I'm not vegan, but I really love the food and simplicity (only choice is moderate or full size)…read more Service is direct but good. The staff seems more than willing to answer questions. Interior is not overly lavish but has nice cultural accents. Although the moderate and full seem about the same size, the full size is more filling than it looks. Also to note, the orange powder is spicy and not paprika. Great escape from many of the overly processed and heavy foods around the Bay Area.

Absolutely loved Everest Kitchen in Albany! The vibe and atmosphere were amazing, and the servers…read morewere incredibly friendly, happy, and caring. The food was simply the best! We tried the steamed chicken momo, jhol momo, choila, chowmein, sekuwa and everything was delicious. The momos were especially amazing! We all enjoyed the food, including the kids. Great food, wonderful atmosphere, and excellent service. We'll definitely be back! Highly recommend!

On July 4, I wanted to eat some Indian food. A friend had mentioned this restaurant and a couple…read moreothers to choose from. I decided to try this place because it had lunch Thali (specials) and chicken pumpkin which I thought was interesting. We went there early afternoon and got seated quickly. There's inside and outside seating. I decided on the chicken pumpkin thali, ordered pani puri and a mango lassi. My friend ordered the chicken tikka masala thali. The thali comes in a metal lunch style tray. In each section is something different. It comes with rice, salad, daal, naan, papad, avocado raita, potato cucumber achar, and your choice of the entrees listed. The pani puri came out fast. The dough shells were crispy and filled with a spiced mashed potato filling. The tangy flavor water helped cut through the filling. Just dont put too much of the water on it. The mango lassi was good, a little on the sweeter side. I got the chicken pumpkin medium spicy, which felt like a medium. Chicken pumpkin was velvety, had a decent amount of chicken pieces although a little dry. I could taste the pumpkin which had sweetness. I feel for the price of the lunch Thali ranging from $18-21 depending which entree is a good deal since you can try a few different dishes/sides. I wouldn't mine coming again to try other dishes or happy hour.

I am not vegan, went here with a vegan friend. Seriously could've fooled me. The food was really…read moregood! all of it. I've gone back several times and tried different variations but the pesto "chicken" sandwich is one of my faves. There must be some sorcery going on in that kitchen because I have never been to another vegan spot that pulls it off like they do The lines out front back my point up. Don't let them deter you Its very much worth the wait.

This place gets really busy during lunch hours and is on a cute street in downtown Berkeley so…read moreparking is tough just for those planning to drive here. This is a great grab and go option location because to order you go up to the cashier at front and stand in line to place order and can seat yourself. There is both indoor and outdoor seating which is nice but again gets crowded fast. Everything is vegan which is good for anyone with dietary restrictions and the food did not take more than 20 minutes to come out. The location is feels homey and cafe like. Food wise I would say everything was good but nothing to be absolutely blown away by. Definitely would come back here to grab a quick bite if in mood for American style vegan food or in a rush to get something, but nothing that I would say is a must try or unique for myself at least.

Healthy food in a bowl. That's what I order. I do the plantain bowl. Plantains, avocado, jasmine…read morerice, kale, beans, dressing, etc. And it fills me up and I love it. I think it's $13 plus tax. Then what I do is the next day after u get that, I get it again. Same next day. lol it's bussin. It smacks. lol but seriously. Very healthy, clean new store. Free cucumber water to drink if you eat there. Nice staff. They have a kiosk you can order from but only for part of the day. Five strong stars. I never leave after eating feeling any regrets. I always feel like I made a good choice and it tastes really good too. Fair price. It's a win win. Good bang for buck plus healthy. Lots of skinny people eating here.

I came in as their menu meets a lot of mine and my child's dietary restrictions. I ordered the…read moreroasted cashew soft serve. It was really good. For $6 I would think the cup would be filled up more than what I got. Maybe it is a lot and I'm just used to seeing more? The place is very clean and minimal to moderate loud which is great. I'll try coming back to try other menu items if I'm in the area.

I visited Tane Vegan Izakaya with a mission to try a couple of sushi rolls, but ended up with much…read moremore! In addition to vegan sushi rolls, the menu includes shared plates, starter soup and salad, ramen, grilled plates (yakimono), nigiri, cocktails, mocktails, and dessert. And yes, it's all vegan, and many items are or can be made gluten-free! I tried the: Gyoza Eggplant Nigiri Pacifica Roll Sunset Roll Basil Mojito The Pacifica Roll is deep-fried heaven. Tempura veggies rolled in rice and topped with a garlic aioli and sweet, sticky soy sauce that I am craving as I type. It's crunchy, it's tasty, and you have got to try it to get the hype. I was told it was a fan favorite, and I'm its new #1 fan. Visit my blog post for the full review: Yourneighborhoodvegan.com and follow me on social media @yourneighborhoodvegan for more reviews!

Who would have thought vegan sushi could be so good! It is delicious. We ordered pickup because…read morethis place is way too popular for dining in. If one were to eat gourmet vegan food, Berkeley is the best city. Not only it's healthy, (some even) gluten free, it is very very delicious. Tastes just like real rolls. We were so impressed. We got the Pacifica - tastes like a unagi tempura roll. The tangy sauce is excellent. The California roll is rich and creamy. All the avocado are fresh. The Point Reyes is spicy, looks like a spicy salmon roll. Tastes good. The rolls are nicely packed, do not fall apart easily. It is actually pretty spicy. The grilled mushroom comes with three types of mushrooms, the tangy bbq sauce is delicious. Nice interior, great friendly chef and staff. Always popular. We will be back!

Best roasted potatoes ever! Especially good with roasted chicken. Really lovely service too.read more

I really wanted to love this place. Very small and quirky, limited menu. I'm not really a "salad is…read morea meal" person, although my two best friends are. They were very happy with their arugula salads. I ordered the mac n cheese which was okay. Even though I grew up in El Cerrito, I sometimes feel like my NorCal green card has expired. I've lost touch with my small batch, organic self. (Although I have never liked arugula) This store is adorable and just the kind of independent neighborhood place that should be frequented and appreciated. Unfortunately I also had to use the bathroom and they don't have one for customers. So they recommended walking a block away to the BevMo. So I guess that added some negative feelings.

The sushi is amazing!!! I especially like the black dragon roll and the sakana special roll…read more Looking forward to go there every time!

I loved sushi made using purple rice. It adds a beautiful and tasty punch to pristine delicious…read morefish. The server was very happy to explain to me how the shop came to use the purple rice, which is a combination of White and black rices. It is more influenced by Korean cuisine than Japanese, but you just gotta love the inventiveness and style. This place adds to the wonderful sushi options in this neck of the woods worth the drive, worth everything.

I really love the staff and food at Bowl'd; they are always so friendly and welcoming. However,…read moreduring my most recent visit, I noticed that the seafood pancake, wings, and bulgugi wasn't quite the same--Pacake was missing the crunch, scallions, and octopus. The wings were overcooked. Bulgogi- The onions on the platter were a bit cold. I've always enjoyed when I ordered bulgogi, and the platter was really hot, which made the onions cook perfectly on the bottom. To the business owner. If these improvements could be made, it would be great! Thanks for all the great service.

I've been coming to this Korean restaurant for years, and the quality of the food continues to…read moreimpress me every time. The menu is easy to navigate, with plenty of pictures that make ordering simple. Portions are generous, everything tastes great, and the prices are very reasonable for the area. The staff are always attentive, friendly, and polite, making the dining experience even better. While there aren't a ton of side dish options, the ones they serve are fresh and high quality. Street parking can be challenging at times, but that's hardly the restaurant's fault. Overall, this is a great spot for Korean food, and I'll definitely be back whenever I'm in the area and craving Korean cuisine.

Ohhh my happiness!! I believe they have more offerings at this location vs the one in Emeryville. I…read moream just having their dark chocolate brownie and roasted cashew affogato and I'm a fan! I love that the brownie is dark chocolate! Hopefully, I'll see this at the Emeryville location.

I ordered a 2-scoop ice cream on Sunday evening, May 31, 2026 and was disappointed by the portion…read moresize. I was clearly given about 1 scoop but was charged for the double. The employee may have been new or not uniformly trained, but the scoops were noticeably smaller than what is typically served. Unfortunately, this has happened before. Sometimes I receive full scoops, while other times the portions are much smaller depending on who is serving. Consistency is important, and customers should receive the same product regardless of which employee is working. Please provide better training to ensure portion sizes are consistent. Based on this experience, I won't be returning when this employee is working and will likely stay away for a while.

Zaytoon on Solano in Albany, Palestinian-owned spot named after the Arabic word for olive and the…read morefood makes that heritage feel meaningful. Kefta wrap was the move, well seasoned meat, warm pita, comes together right. Lamb shawarma plate with the saffron rice and yogurt sauce was the other highlight, big cubes, proper seasoning. Mint lemonade is a must, fresh squeezed with just enough tartness. Room is bright with skylights and blue walls, feels elevated without being stiff. Sunday brunch is worth knowing about, they run the full lunch menu alongside brunch options.

Great food and friendly service…read more I enjoyed the spanakopita, which was a bit different from the typical Greek ones, but delicious nonetheless. The Brussels sprouts were really good. The lamb with cous cous was tender and had a simple, homemade quality to it. The staff was helpful and found a place to store some artwork we were carrying. They have a full bar. The atmosphere was lively and modern. I'd definitely come back.