31 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in El Cerrito

“Delicious food , best Momo in the Bay Area“

“I've recently both eaten in and picked up frozen dumplings and chive pancakes to make at home. My gut tells me they really want to be take out only based on the interior of late. Which I fine, the food is super easy to make at home and really, really good!“

“My new favorite burger spot has been found! It’s not a millennial $40 burger with a side of “trying to be original.” It’s a standard burger place with a great selection of great burgers and sides. My mom’s loved the smash burger and I love the falafel. The staff were super nice and I can’t wait to come again.

Vegetarian options: The falafel is great! I got it with avocado and it added an extra layer of creaminess which was perfect.“

“Excellent take-out. Love their unagi, spicy crab salad, every roll that I’ve tried. And they are so nice!!“

“Best In Bay area.“

“Wide variety of Peruvian treats especially fried plantains and pisco chilcanos“

“Great service and great food. Fast and friendly. I loved it!!“

“boat noodle soup rice ball salad larb fish is my favorite 1|2 lemongrass chicken papaya salad sticky rice“

“An impressive array of vegan options (4/5 Green Stars) I would highly recommend trying out this Himalayan restaurant in El Cerrito. There are plenty of options for vegans and vegetarians and the quality every item we ordered was very high. I’ve had versions of each dish before but was impressed with Zomsa’s versions and rate Zomsa as one of the best Himalayan restaurants around. The Aloo Tikki (crispy potato cake with mint and tamarind sauces – vegan, $6) was a great start. The Vegetarian Jhol Momos (dumplings filled with kale, butternut squash, mushrooms, and spices, served in a sauce made from cashews and peanuts – vegan, $14) were really good. Often vegetarian dumplings have forgettable fillings, but I found these momos to be very thoughtfully made and satisfying. The Vegetable Thakali Thali was a great combination of several items that each added to the meal (veg curry, lentil soup, pickled daikon, sautéed mustard greens, and a papad – vegan, $17). Impressed by how satisfying these vegan dishes were – you wouldn’t even notice that the entire meal was plant-based. I’m giving Zomsa 4 out of 5 Green Stars for social and environmental impact, for these reasons: • Even though there are several meat dishes, I was impressed by how much of the menu is not just vegetarian but vegan. More than a dozen main courses are vegan, along with several appetizers. Adopting a plant-based diet is the top thing you can do to mitigate climate change and deforestation, besides avoiding animal cruelty and the negative impact of the meat industry on society. • Local beer is available on draft, mitigating packaging and transportation impacts. • The restaurant used to emphasize the use of organic ingredients, but I suspect that the prices became too high to sustain this in El Cerrito. Appreciate the effort though and hope that they still use some organic ingredients, when possible.“

“Hands down best Chinese food ever eaten by this mouth. ? can't say enough good things about the man who runs the shop here. If you ask for spicy he will. if you ask for extra spicy he will. Extra cooked (little crispier) he will. The place is take out/pick up only but it is hands down the best. I have been eating here for roughly 7 years and always get the same thing. Never disappoints. My order is shrimp fried rice extra spicy, Mongolian chicken, egg rolls extra cooked. ? sitting here with my order and couldn't believe I never left a review. We'll here it is my friends. Please enjoy! ?“

“TAME [Original] Taramis“

“Stumbled upon Gangnam while passing through the area and I’m glad we did, the Korean food here is homey and tastes just right. They do the classics well here as well ordered a tofu soup and a bibimbap, both of which were flavored well and a hearty portion.

The side dishes were authentic as well and we finished them all. Seating inside was a bit limited depending on the time of day and the staff were running around trying to take care of everyone but the food makes up for it. Prices were decent too so I’d recommend making a stop here if you’re in the area.“

“This place is so worth it. My family has been going for 10+ years, almost since the beginning of the restaurant when it was in a different location. Aki-San will tell you when you’re eating something wrong, but it’s not mean-spirited. You should definitely ask him about his life and his journey to becoming a sushi chef. The sushi is the best you will ever have, even better than sushi I had when I visited Japan. It may be very expensive, but if you have the means it is extremely worth the price. Don’t ask for specific things, get what he recommends (but don’t be scared if you have diet restrictions to ask for something that works). Is is an amazing experience so if you go really enjoy it.“

“Reflecting on my son's first birthday and baptismal reception held at this venue last September, I am incredibly grateful for their exceptional accommodation of our dietary needs. Despite the event's delay in reviewing, I couldn't overlook their outstanding service. With a table reserved for 30-40 guests, I had pre-ordered the food as requested by the restaurant. They truly exceeded expectations. Every dish, from the appetizers to the rice dishes and soup, was simply exquisite, eliciting mouthwatering delight from all attendees. Despite the challenge of parking in the area, the food alone made it worth the effort. The service was nothing short of amazing, and their flexibility in accommodating last-minute changes due to unforeseen food allergies among our guests was commendable. I am sincerely appreciative of their dedication to ensuring a memorable experience for us and our guests.

Dietary restrictions: Flexibilty with food allergy, just ask them for available options.“

“This is the definition of a hole-in-the-wall place. The decor is bare bones, the place is old, but what they lack in atmosphere, they more than make up for in deliciousness.

I've been here a couple times and the food is consistently good. Always made fresh and pretty quick.

The food is fantastic and affordable. Not sure what else you'd want.“

“This venue was recommended to us, so we decided to give it a try. My husband loved the peeking duck, and stated this is his new favorite Chinese restaurant!We also had the BBQ pork appetizer, chow mein, Mongolian beef, and sweet and sour chicken without veggies.The beef had more onions than meat but had great flavor, and the sweet and sour was just ok. Everyone enjoyed the BBQ pork.“

“sucos naturals, sobremesas maravilhosas...“

“AAAAHHHHH-MAZING FOOD♡ MY HUSBAND AND MY FAVORITE NIGHT OUT DINNER PLACE♡♡“

“My family’s favorite restaurant. The presentation is amazing and let’s not talk about the sushi chefs they do a tremendous job , one of the best sushi restaurants I’ve ever been to in the Bay Area it’s a hidden gem . I totally recommend it .“

“my go-to burrito place. Always friendly service. I like my burritos very spicy, and la estrella is one of the few places that will go as heavy on the habanero as I like. Super fast if you order over the phone, too. I mostly eat vegetarian and they make a very good veggie burrito. The fish is good, too.“

“My nephew and I enjoyed it we were on a outing..he loves pizza and the Teenage Mutant Turtles so I saw a sign said all you can eat pizza so I stop by so we played games for about 30 minutes they made our food fresh and it was great service..“

“If you want to get a mound of yummy food for a reasonable price, then I suggest you check this place out! They have trays of food you can choose from and the food is freshly made. You can choose a la carte off their menu or from 1 , 2 or 3 item combo's. It's the El Cerrito Plaza so there is often plenty of parking and the prices are very reasonable for combos which I highly recommend!!“

“This little ramen gem is a must-visit! Despite its modest size, the place is packed with character and charm. The broth is rich and flavorful, and the noodles are perfectly chewy—ideal for a comforting bowl on a chilly day. They offer an incredible vegetarian ramen, bursting with fresh veggies, tofu, and a savory broth that rivals any traditional pork-based option. The staff is friendly and attentive, making the whole experience feel welcoming. It can get a bit crowded during peak times, but it’s worth the wait. If you're a ramen lover (vegetarian or not), you won’t be disappointed!“

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“Staff was friendly and the service of the food was delicious 🤤“

“Idk why people have so much hate for this place. Ive ordered from here a few times and every single time im impressed with how much depth and the flavor has for each dish AS WELL as the size portions of the food. I spent approx 100 bucks for 4 people (thats pretty average these days) for dinner and everyone loved what they got. 3/4 of us were able to order 2 entrees and managed to keep it around 25-30 dollars each and then still had enough food for leftovers later. Tsing Tao (love ya, Tsing Tao) is second to this place imo and ive been going to Tsing Tao since I was a kid. Give it a shot.“

“Reminded me a lot of when I visited Japan From the wonderful servers fast food prep ambience of inside the restaurant and most importantly the meals were very good and so much to pick from 😁“

“This is such a great place for Mexican food. I always order the same thing which is a ground beef burrito. It's my favorite! I am still yet to try their enchiladas. But this is a comfort food haven. You have to try it for yourself. I don't know how long they have been in business, but it's been for a very long time and in the same location.

Parking: The parking lot is shared by about 3 or 4 other businesses and the parking lot is not that big, but there is plenty of street parking close by too.“

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“One of my favorite local spots. Tonight had the seafood ravioli with shrimp…delicious! Our server was Dolly! She made me a good Manhattan and gave me sweet dessert for my birthday. Thanks Dolly for the wonderful service.“