36 Best Vegan Restaurants in Albany

“Two days later and I'm still thinking about the shukaquiles, I don't think I'll ever forget it. It was delicious! The eggs were so soft, and the pita chips so full of flavorful sauce but yet so crisp. I don't live in the area but will be sure to stop again to try more of the menu if ever I'm there.“

“Friends here visiting and found this gem of a place! Best thing is we didn’t have to go far! Food was delicious!“

“I’ve eaten probably over one thousand bagels in my life. By most accounts I’m an expert in the field of bagels. Trust me when I tell you that this is a good bagel— nay, an excellent bagel.

How could I describe the balance of chewiness to sweetness to softness. Not too dense, nor too light. The ratio of cream cheese to lox to toppings approaches divinity.

I couldn’t describe it to you, you wouldn’t understand. You must go. Go.“

“Excellent food. The lamb shashlik was delicious. Also the large, varied platter of appetizers. We were there on a Sunday at noon and there were not many others at that time, so there was hardly any noise which was good for me. I will definitely return to try other dishes, or maybe have the lamb again . . . . Highly recommend.“

“One of numerous macrobiotic-ish all vegan restaurants in the east bay serving similar menus. This one is delicious and filling. Menu changes slightly daily but basically consists of bean soup, collard greens w/ sauce, vegetables, beans, rice and green salad w/ dressing. Very tasty and enjoyable. Definitely would recommend. Updated from previous review on 2025-02-06“

“Incredible food and good price. The 5 spice pork shoulder was massive but the veggie combination and dry fried Sichuan chicken were too small, particularly the dry fried chicken, because even though it was our favorite it seemed to have a disproportionate amount of dried chilies. It would have been a perfect 5 stars if the portion sizing was a bit more balanced and the drink prices weren’t so high“

“Atmosphere, customer service, prices and the freaking food is amazing 😍. Highest rated casual dining from Hayward to Vallejo! For good reason! This is a must if in the area. We will be back!“

“Im a local food blogger/chef I had a great experience at this restaurant I ordered the chili chicken and my God this is great dish I would order this again again and again! Salute to the restaurant and who ever cooked this! GREAT FOOD GREAT SERVICE“

“Our first visit but absolutely not our last! What delicious flavors! Everyone loved their desserts, the toppings are incredible (vegan hot fudge, vegan caramel, toasted almonds,) and we all left full and happy! Definitely stop in when you’re in the neighborhood!“

“I have been going to Tay Tah cafe for years. Their Breakfast Energizer smoothie is my go-to lunch meal and my husband loves the Banh Mi sandwiches. We are so lucky to have this wonderful cafe in our neighborhood! The owner and employees are super friendly too!

Vegetarian options: Breakfast Energizer smoothie is delicious and filling.“

“The best pork bun in the Bay Area, no joke, great value!“

“I have been wanting to try this restaurant for a while and I finally got to visit here.
The momo dumplings are delicious!
The garlic Naan bread was so good as well.
Definitely will be returning for the mango Lassi drink for sure.
Great serive and the parking is not bad at all. I got lucky that day.
I look forward to try more dishes!
Thank you so much Everest Kitchen for your amazing food!!“

“I order the pumpkin curry. It was delicious. I also ordered the Tom Ka chicken soup. It was too tart, the chicken over cooked. A disappointment for a soup I usually love“

“I ordered delivery through GrubHub and it is fantastic! Their Thai fresh rolls come with an excellent peanut sauce that has a nice kick to it that enhances the flavor profile. They were awesome and substituted carrots for the eggplant in my green chicken curry which was fresh and flavorful.“

“Food is delicious and prices are reasonable. But BE WARNED that the website for this restaurant is maintained by a third party (Simplemenu) that adds 15-20% to the price for each menu item for pickup and delivery orders. This upcharge is not separately identified or disclosed on the website. I pointed out this issue when picking up my online order. The cashier shrugged, was aware of the price difference, and explained that they don't run their own website. Try calling instead to get the actual menu price - although it's very hard to get anyone to answer the phone.“

“Everytime I go there, the staff are always warm and welcoming. The prices are great as far as I'm concerned. They keep it very clean and tidy. It's never been too busy. And the atmosphere is perfect for a random after school treat worth the kids.“

“Pizza here is amazing. I was out with a friend and were looking for a quick snack. We ordered the Chicken Tikka Masala pizza as well as a Hawaiian. Both were delicious. Nice crust not too thin nor thick. Definitely freshly made.
Costumer service was excellent. Fair price as well.
I will be returning or ordering take out.“

“I ordered a bowl of farmer's fragrant and saliva chicken. Both were delicious in color and flavor. I couldn't wait to use my chopsticks before taking a photo. When I realized that there was only an empty plate left, I had to post a photo of the empty plate. All in all, it tasted great and I highly recommend it.“

“I try to give credit where credit is due. When it comes to pastries, I’ve yet to experience one that stands out among the rest. That is until I walked my happy self into Happy Donuts. I would have taken a picture of what I ordered but they were so moist and delicious it was gone before I knew it! It seems to be a husband wife Braun and Brain power duo running the place, playing their parts seamlessly. There were two aromas here; fresh clean and fresh baked! I’m not from here but I’m glad I made the detour. It was well worth it! PURPLE YAM!! They have a purple yam donut. The coffee cake donut will make you want coffee as an excuse to get the donut. It’s delicious in its own though. It’s worth saying more about HOWEVER, I need to devour this glazed donut! You can always tell how great they are if they have good specialty and standard donuts. I was told they have multiple locations however I recommend to is one. It was worth the drive.“

“Duo Grill is my go-to brunch spot in town. The food is excellent! My favorites are the Hash Brown Hill, the Salmon Scrambler and the Corned Beef Hash. I always leave so satisfied and excited for my next meal. The staff are all incredibly attentive and kind. Love this spot so much!“

“I really like the sushi rolls and the calm atmosphere at Sumo. Hot tea and miso soup to start on a rainy evening. It was my first time having the GoGo roll, with shrimp, avocado, cucumber and DF asparagus... give it a try! The baked scallop roll is a warm savory treat as well.“

“The food is amazing! We had a great experience“

“Drunken noodles were amazing. Curry chicken was ok. Fried rice was ok. Slightly pricey (almost $3 for a small bowl of white rice). Soup was not very good.

They have a limited and pricey alcohol menu, but the servers know almost nothing about drinks.

If you find the right dish, and aren't looking for drinks, it is an ok place to eat. Servers are friendly.“

“Un rendez-vous avec la bonne gastronomie le service rapide et l’endroit agréable merci 🙏“

“We were in the area, nice 👍 to be able to enjoy our yogurt plus close to coffee shop as well & lots of benches to relax👋🤙👋“

“I love this pizza spot. Food, cocktails and atmosphere are all great.

The crust on their pizza really sets them apart. It is a corn meal crust and gives a great crunch.

I recommend coming here for date night or as a casual catch-up with friends. They also have a wonderful lunch and happy hour menu.“

“23 years a customer, only great meals! Looking forward to stopping by on my next visit to the area.“

“Food is delicious! My server was welcoming and the food was served hot and neatly. I was offered GF and vegetarian options that were delicious! Definitely recommended.“

“Delicious food! Great Bar and desserts! Super friendly staff and owners.“

“I always get the vegetable tempura it comes with rice and we also get the California sushi rolls it’s always fresh and delicious best sushi and Japanese food I think it’s family run everyone there is very nice high quality ingredients and food you won’t be disappointed

Kid-friendliness: My son n had fun he’s 6 years old they have television and music very nice atmosphere“

“Always delicious Indian food! My family and I always come here when we are in the neighborhood. Maude and Rosemarie are very gracious hosts. I highly recommend this restaurant seven days a week. :)“

“I've been working here for 2 years now so I know a little bit more about the store compared to most. The food here is fast, tasty, and affordable. My manager's special deal has always been a fan favorite, and there are lots of food items to choose from. I value the generosity from my hard working coworkers and I could not ask for any better people to work with as a team. Despite my overwhelmingly positive opinion, I know that it isn't perfect. Insiders, drivers, and customers alike make mistakes at times which is why I'm thankful for my team member's problem solving skills and patience as well as the friendly and understanding community which I am happy to make someone's day with a freshly cooked pizza.“

“Great food and quick service! A must try place if you’re in the area!“

“Good cheap eats. Sort of fun to get your own chai, as much as you want.“

“Scones are freshly baked, delicious, yams and eggs, my favorite, it’s healthy and yummy, hot mocha/chocolate taste great, not an ordinary….. love it 😍“

“It’s the best Restaurant in town came with Family and we had a great time! Food was great and drinks 🍹 we all loved the dessert as well! Just amazing service and food! My Favorite for sure! 2914 College Ave Berkeley Ca“