I happened to order from Roaster and Raw on what was one of the worst days I've had this year. Needless to say, they made it better. I ordered for pickup for the first time, because I've heard great things about this place. When I went outside to my car to go pick up my order, I literally saw my car being stolen in front of my face - they sped away in my car right when I walked outside of my house. Of course I freaked out and a million things need to be done NOW in these situations, so I called the police etc. It occurred to me later that I had ordered food, so I called R&R to ask them if there was any way they could switch my pickup order to a delivery order and I explained the reason why. The owner, who I spoke with, was at my door in less than 15 minutes with my order. He got to me before the police did. He told me his car was recently stolen so he knew what I was going through. I hate that I forgot your name, kind sir! There was just a lot happening at the time, but you so kindly introduced yourself and brought me my food...I was and still am beyond touched. The smallest actions and gestures go so far with me, so I'm spreading that positivity and kindness so it can keep rolling! Thank you Roasted and Raw, and the amazing young man who went above and beyond for a fellow Oakland neighbor from the good in your heart. Never forgotten. :)
Katherine S.
Holy crap I'm not even totally sure what in this but everything in this bowl is INSANELY delicious. I ordered the curry chickpea ragu bowl with fish. t's almost magical how they got this "fish" to taste so perfectly crunchy and intensely satisfying with its umami flavor. The spices in the curry and ragu are beautifully balanced and so flavorful. It's rare to find a restaurant that serves food that is super tasty AND super healthy. I grabbed lunch here on a whim but I think this is my new favorite restaurant. I hope I can get their food through those delivery apps for when I don't happen to be in downtown Oakland! I rarely even write reviews but was compelled to because of how freaking good my meal was!
tiara k
Very delicious food, friendly staff! Can’t wait to order from here again!
E S
One of the best vegan spots!! Food, service, and atmosphere were great. We tried their yucca fries, empanadas, and black bean burger. Everything came out really good. Looking forward to trying their other menu items too!! Highly recommend
An absolutely delicious meal. Three of us split the empanada, carnitas burrito and falafel burger, which also came with yuca fries. We devoured every bite and enjoyed them thoroughly. We are so glad we stopped in and will be back! Love the growing vegan foodie scene in Oakland!
Jane T.
Delicious vegan food. We tried the burrito, falafel sandwich, Mac n cheez and the yucca fries that come with sandwiches. Everything was great but especially the yucca fries. The service was friendly and I will be back.
Christine Ann I.
I had their yummy black bean burger - sandwiched between perfectly toasted buns with delightfully crispy edges. The fries were equally yummy, crunchy on the outside yet soft in the middle - nice texture! Although I only had a bite of the macaroni and cheese, it didn't quite match the excellence of the burger and fries because it was not creamy enough to my expectation. However, I'd say the ups outweighed the downs. Definitely a spot worth visiting for some quality vegan fare. Service was excellent :)
Michelle Stevens
I have ordered takeout during lunch hours from roasted and raw three times now. The first two times I came in at the time that they said the order would be ready, and the order was ready. Food was delicious. Very good vegetarian food! The third time (which is why I give this 4 stars) I came in at the time of my food pickup and waited for a few minutes before it became clear to me that they hadn’t even started prepping my food. I stood and waited for another 15 minutes as they prepared it. What is the point of ordering ahead if the food is not prepared when you arrive to pick it up? The food is good, so I still will come back, but I’m generally annoyed at the service.
Food: 5
Service: 3
Summer Ocean
This place is a gem in downtown Oakland! Sooo good, made with love and you can tell. Mac and cheese was a perfect comfort food on a rainy day. Plus the owner is ridiculously cute ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mac N Cheese
Jilie V.
Delicious Everytime! Need to make a plan to go more often. So fresh and tasty. Down the street from a great museum too!
I can't believe I waited this long to try it. Amazing! Had the teriyaki bowl with quinoa and
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Racheal Gauley
An exceptional vegan restaurant that I love going to over and over! I've tried many items on the menu, and none disappoint! That being said, my 3 favorites are:The Greek Freek Falafel Bowl is both hearty and healthy; great combination of flavors between the pickled artichoke, creamy vegan tzatziki-inspired ranch, fried falafel, and fresh veggies. I recommend the carne asada as the protein (chef recommended!) and rice as the base.Breakfast hours are limited, but if you get the opportunity, the Yucca Hash is one of my favorite meals and comes at a great price! A great way to enjoy a cubed version of their incredible Yucca Fries, complemented by a full, well-rounded meal of JUST Egg, walnut chorizo, avocado, vegan sour cream, and chipotle mayo.The Chorizo Empanada was my very first meal here, and the quality is what drove me to keep coming back! A rare treat as a vegan! Perfectly fried on the outside, containing a walnut chorizo filling that's flavorful, but not too spicy, from someone with little spice tolerance.Highly recommend!
This is one of my favorite spots to eat at in Oakland. The entire menu is vegan. There’s many options to choose from. I really enjoy the falafel burger and sauce that comes with it. Highly recommend trying it rather you’re vegan or not.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Falafel, Empanadas
J. M.
Amazing food, and accessible location in downtown Oakland. Happy to patronize a Black owned vegan spot.
Shmike Z.
Fire Food period! They take those walnuts and blend them up into the most savory, meaty textures that'll fool any carnivore out there. Their empanadas are my favorite - the walnut meat inside has so much rich flavor from how they season it, and that crispy fried outside, man it's just heaven. Don't even get me started on their Bolognese, it's out-of-this-world delicious when mixed into their creamy sauces and twirled up with noodles. You can tell they use high quality ingredients too, nothing artificial, just real whole foods made into these incredible meatless meals. And it's all served up fast too, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner when you're craving something delicious but don't want to wait around. Roasted and Raw really bringing that tasty vegan game, proving you don't need animal products to make insanely good food. Their walnut meats totally hit the spot!
I happened to order from Roaster and Raw on what was one of the worst days I've had this year. Needless to say, they made it better. I ordered for pickup for the first time, because I've heard great things about this place. When I went outside to my car to go pick up my order, I literally saw my car being stolen in front of my face - they sped away in my car right when I walked outside of my house. Of course I freaked out and a million things need to be done NOW in these situations, so I called the police etc. It occurred to me later that I had ordered food, so I called R&R to ask them if there was any way they could switch my pickup order to a delivery order and I explained the reason why. The owner, who I spoke with, was at my door in less than 15 minutes with my order. He got to me before the police did. He told me his car was recently stolen so he knew what I was going through. I hate that I forgot your name, kind sir! There was just a lot happening at the time, but you so kindly introduced yourself and brought me my food...I was and still am beyond touched. The smallest actions and gestures go so far with me, so I'm spreading that positivity and kindness so it can keep rolling! Thank you Roasted and Raw, and the amazing young man who went above and beyond for a fellow Oakland neighbor from the good in your heart. Never forgotten. :)
Holy crap I'm not even totally sure what in this but everything in this bowl is INSANELY delicious. I ordered the curry chickpea ragu bowl with fish. t's almost magical how they got this "fish" to taste so perfectly crunchy and intensely satisfying with its umami flavor. The spices in the curry and ragu are beautifully balanced and so flavorful. It's rare to find a restaurant that serves food that is super tasty AND super healthy. I grabbed lunch here on a whim but I think this is my new favorite restaurant. I hope I can get their food through those delivery apps for when I don't happen to be in downtown Oakland! I rarely even write reviews but was compelled to because of how freaking good my meal was!
Very delicious food, friendly staff! Can’t wait to order from here again!
One of the best vegan spots!! Food, service, and atmosphere were great. We tried their yucca fries, empanadas, and black bean burger. Everything came out really good. Looking forward to trying their other menu items too!! Highly recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Empanadas, Burger, Yucca Fries
An absolutely delicious meal. Three of us split the empanada, carnitas burrito and falafel burger, which also came with yuca fries. We devoured every bite and enjoyed them thoroughly. We are so glad we stopped in and will be back! Love the growing vegan foodie scene in Oakland!
Delicious vegan food. We tried the burrito, falafel sandwich, Mac n cheez and the yucca fries that come with sandwiches. Everything was great but especially the yucca fries. The service was friendly and I will be back.
I had their yummy black bean burger - sandwiched between perfectly toasted buns with delightfully crispy edges. The fries were equally yummy, crunchy on the outside yet soft in the middle - nice texture! Although I only had a bite of the macaroni and cheese, it didn't quite match the excellence of the burger and fries because it was not creamy enough to my expectation. However, I'd say the ups outweighed the downs. Definitely a spot worth visiting for some quality vegan fare. Service was excellent :)
I have ordered takeout during lunch hours from roasted and raw three times now. The first two times I came in at the time that they said the order would be ready, and the order was ready. Food was delicious. Very good vegetarian food! The third time (which is why I give this 4 stars) I came in at the time of my food pickup and waited for a few minutes before it became clear to me that they hadn’t even started prepping my food. I stood and waited for another 15 minutes as they prepared it. What is the point of ordering ahead if the food is not prepared when you arrive to pick it up? The food is good, so I still will come back, but I’m generally annoyed at the service.
Food: 5
Service: 3
This place is a gem in downtown Oakland! Sooo good, made with love and you can tell. Mac and cheese was a perfect comfort food on a rainy day. Plus the owner is ridiculously cute ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mac N Cheese
Delicious Everytime! Need to make a plan to go more often. So fresh and tasty. Down the street from a great museum too!
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I can't believe I waited this long to try it. Amazing! Had the teriyaki bowl with quinoa and
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
An exceptional vegan restaurant that I love going to over and over! I've tried many items on the menu, and none disappoint! That being said, my 3 favorites are:The Greek Freek Falafel Bowl is both hearty and healthy; great combination of flavors between the pickled artichoke, creamy vegan tzatziki-inspired ranch, fried falafel, and fresh veggies. I recommend the carne asada as the protein (chef recommended!) and rice as the base.Breakfast hours are limited, but if you get the opportunity, the Yucca Hash is one of my favorite meals and comes at a great price! A great way to enjoy a cubed version of their incredible Yucca Fries, complemented by a full, well-rounded meal of JUST Egg, walnut chorizo, avocado, vegan sour cream, and chipotle mayo.The Chorizo Empanada was my very first meal here, and the quality is what drove me to keep coming back! A rare treat as a vegan! Perfectly fried on the outside, containing a walnut chorizo filling that's flavorful, but not too spicy, from someone with little spice tolerance.Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Empanadas, Greek Freek Falafel, Yucca Hash, Yucca Fries
This is one of my favorite spots to eat at in Oakland. The entire menu is vegan. There’s many options to choose from. I really enjoy the falafel burger and sauce that comes with it. Highly recommend trying it rather you’re vegan or not.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Falafel, Empanadas
Amazing food, and accessible location in downtown Oakland. Happy to patronize a Black owned vegan spot.
Fire Food period! They take those walnuts and blend them up into the most savory, meaty textures that'll fool any carnivore out there. Their empanadas are my favorite - the walnut meat inside has so much rich flavor from how they season it, and that crispy fried outside, man it's just heaven. Don't even get me started on their Bolognese, it's out-of-this-world delicious when mixed into their creamy sauces and twirled up with noodles. You can tell they use high quality ingredients too, nothing artificial, just real whole foods made into these incredible meatless meals. And it's all served up fast too, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner when you're craving something delicious but don't want to wait around. Roasted and Raw really bringing that tasty vegan game, proving you don't need animal products to make insanely good food. Their walnut meats totally hit the spot!