The Happy Hooligans

2101 Milvia St, Berkeley
(510) 977-1348

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Mathilda Rogers

I love this vegan restaurant. It has so many options and I love the portion sizes. I love the jackfruit burrito and the krispy kraken cauliflower box. I hope they reopen soon. I was going to last week but it was not open .

JoJo Lopez

This was the best hamburger I've had since I stopped eating meat! Will definitely be back!

Penelope Cruise

Never understood the cult following for this place. I have given it a few chances thinking I might have gone on a bad day, but it continues to disappoint. The Reuben is passable, but I’ve had better ones at Mendocino Farms and Native Foods, and at home.

Stella McKay

I had kind of high expectations considering the reviews. It ended up being a semi-disappointing experience, although the woman working was nice. I ordered the reuben which was supposed to be on a pretzel bun (which i was excited about) but it came on a soggy hamburger bun and also had so little sauerkraut (flavorless) and so much seitan that it was simultaneously underwhelming and overwhelming. I also had the bacon cheese fries, which were honestly okay, except for the bottom layer being incredibly soggy. The bacon on the fries also looked like those ham cubes that come on salads sometimes. My boyfriend got fries that had basically no seasoning. All in all, I’d say this place is exactly what gives people a negative impression of vegan food.

Kalimah Priforce

Currently, The Happy Hooligans does not check for vaccination records. I was informed the manager hasn't decided to do that yet.For your health, stay away.

Sven Pedersen

This place has food that makes you forget it is vegan. They use more simple ingredients that mimic non-vegan ingredients but they really do it well. Full of flavor and with good texture. We went as a group and tried several different items and it was all good or excellent. The service was pleasant and quick as well.

Marylin Zuniga

I honestly don't leave bad reviews often, but this was a horrible experience. The floor, the booth, and the table was disgustingly sticky. We had to ask for napkins to wipe our table down. I ordered a Thai tea and when it arrived I already knew something was off. It was a dark brown color and it smelled spoiled; it tasted like old tea. I returned the tea, but still wanted to give the food a chance. Bad decision. Who gets fries wrong? They did! No seasoning, barely cooked, cheese spread on one small portion of the plate, and onions were half burnt. Now for the Cauliflower Buffalo Bites; the sauce on them tasted like a spicy sauce you'd find at a Chinese restaurant, not as a buffalo wing. Lastly, the nachos...they were clearly just thrown together. The chips were burnt with big holes in the center of them not suitable for dipping. The beans were clearly canned and undrained with very little sour cream and guacamole which was maybe a good thing because they were flavorless. Two tiny cubes of tomato, no cilantro, or other fresh toppings either. It all honestly looked and tasted like hospital cafeteria food. Currently experiencing horrible gas, headaches, phlegm, and itchiness...DON'T GO!You've been warned.BTW: my friend is also experiencing these symptoms.

Maggie Mckay

Not sure if I got a bad batch but this was the worst vegan food I've ever had. Pattie was tough, bun flat, honestly looked and tasted really gross. Lettuce was wilted, had no dressing. Quality is very questionable, reminds me of McDonalds but 4x the price. Would not eat here again.

Henry Babcock

First time here. Great food, great service. Very nice and understanding when we asked for some extra sour cream and other things. I had the enchiladas, and it was just what I was hoping for. Delicious, hit the spot. I really like how in addition to being all vegan, the food doesn't seem loaded with onions and garlic like a lot of places. Tastes very delicious and wholesome, not heavy. She had the jackfruit burrito which I tasted and it was also really good. Only thing I can suggest for improvement is the bathroom could use some work: toilet seat is the wrong size, toilet seemed clogged - wouldn't flush, and was out of paper towels. Regardless, I will definitely be going back and highly recommend this place to others.

Ingmar Sciortino

Delicious vegan comfort food! Don't confuse vegan with health food, this is high calorie and fantastic! Big portions too!

Jackson Sundheim

Honestly the burrito was okay for a vegan one, but after tax and tip the price I had to pay for it was outlandish even by Bay Area standards (yes I tipped because I’m not a heathen savage). My homie on the other hand got the “fish and chips” and “mac and cheese” and named them some of the most disappointing foods to ever enter his esophagus. I love animal rights just as much as the next person, but if laying down half my paycheck to get a semi-decent burrito is what I have to do to support them then excuse my while I stock up on ground beef—or I could just go to one of the many other vegan places around here that I’m sure are much better.

Thomas Borawski

Great spot to get some creative vegan food. I ordered a burrito and it was GINORMOUS! #fiestaRiceTIP: The nachos are totally worth it.

ruma tenbrink

I tend to over order here and somehow the bill is still reasonable!!! The food is amazing and high quality ingredients are used! All the comfort foods are truly comforting, and the garlicky fries get eaten on the way home! The Vietnamese coffee is oh so delish and I usually order five desserts to go - they are super gourmet tasting. So happy with the ordering process and the girls up front are fabulous!!!

Marie M

Went here for a to-go birthday dinner, and the food was incredible! Great service as well. Glad to have a new all vegan spot around!

Justin Duncan-Mills

Strictly fine, nothing particularly bad or impressive. Cheesecake had mold, but they replaced it and gave me another slide for free. Friendly staff.

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