Part of the organic, all-vegan macrobiotic restaurant chain. Located in the Temescal district of Oakland. Price fixed menu offering two sized plates (moderate or full), with dishes available a la carte. Also available is a simple unseasoned plate. Dessert cases feature raw pies, cookies, cakes. Offers organic wines and beers, teas and filtered water. Relaxing, serene ambiance in a compact, yet not cramped, space. Meditative background music. On street parking. Open Mon-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm, 4:30pm-8:00pm.
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4905 Telegraph Ave (at 49th), Oakland, California, USA, 94609
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Last update on 11 Apr 2024 by drazilerif
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Added by MizzB on 09 Jun 2016
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36 Reviews
First Review by MizzB
pklehm
Points +109
Healthy Food, Soothing Environment - Edit
We love the food here — not only is it always vegan but it tastes really good! I don’t mind that it’s a set menu, as it seems to vary every time we come here.
Read moreI love the atmosphere — with the Tibetan chants and the friendly, helpful staff.
A soothing, quiet escape from a running-mad world!
Pros: Food is great — healthy and tasty and always vegan, Environment is calming
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ynwa
Points +2059
Vegan and organic - Edit
There’s one plate of many items as the menu. Either full or moderate size with a combo of greens, grains, beans and salad. Nothing remarkable.
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elip_origami
Points +200
Delicious and healthy - Edit
The atmosphere was very pleasant and the portions are large. Lunch was very good and I will try to come back.
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Chrissyanne
Points +962
Nourishing meal - Edit
We ate lunch here on May 31, 2024.
Read moreWe ordered a full meal of what was on the menu that day and it fed two of us as we weren't that hungry.
Service is friendly and welcoming.
It was a very warm day in Oakland and it should be noted that it did not appear that the place was air conditioned.
Pros: Delicious food, Friendly service
Cons: No air conditioning?
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Yuna_X
Points +689
Yummy set menu - soup and plate of 5 items - Edit
I love the concept: a rotating set menu of all-vegan healthy food, you just pick if you want a full size or a smaller size.
Read moreToday's menu was lentil soup, greens with beet dressing, collard greens with mushroom sauce, veggies with seaweed, red lentils, brown rice.
I try to eat a wide variety of foods every day to ensure a diverse intake of nutrients and this meal is perfect for that!
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Brycew
Points +899
Healthy home-style food!! - Edit
I absolutely love how this place is down-to-earth and back to basics. There aren’t any options when you order, except between a large or medium portion. Everyone is given the same menu each day which rotates and features a soup, a salad, rice, and a variety of healthy vegetable dishes. There is self serve tea for free
Read morePros: Discount for smaller portion, Rotating menu
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SarahS88
Points +2282
Delicious and affordable dinner - Edit
Simple lovely dinner for two to share!
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mishls
Points +52
Healthy and filling - Edit
My husband and I were looking for someplace healthy to eat while visiting Oakland. Shangri La fit the bill perfectly. This is exactly the kind of vegan food we try to eat at home, but can rarely find in restaurants. Nothing fried here, and no fake meat, just whole grains, beans, and lots of veggies. It's a fixed price menu, including soup. The squash was especially delicious. There is self-serve hot herbal tea and water if you dine-in. We both got the full plates, and we were definitely satisfied when we finished. The ambiance was nice, with soft music and Tibetan prayer flags. The server was friendly and polite. It seems like they were doing a brisk takeout service. We would go back if in the area again.
Read morePros: Healthy, Good sized portions, Good value
Cons: Parking can be a little difficult
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Gopala108
Points +3263
All vegan with healthy dining options - Edit
I recently went to Shangri-La Vegan on Telegraph. It is located in the Temescal neighborhood of Oakland & is a short walk from the MacArthur BART station. Dining at an all vegan restaurant as a longtime vegan usually provides too much choice on what to get yet the opposite is true here as there is only one main entree available. The only choice is whether you want a Moderate plate for $11.95 or Full plate for $13.95. Each plate comes w/ a veggie soup. I have a hearty appetite so went w/ the Full plate.
Read moreAfter some time my black eye pea veggie soup arrived. It was quite alright. Some time later my Full plate arrived w/ Long Grain Brown Rice, Black Beans w/ onion & garlic, baked yams, kabocha squash, butternut squash, collard greens w/ shiitake mushrooms, cabbage, & onions, & a mixed salad w/ tofu & lemon juice agave dressing.
The food is simple & made w/o seasoning. It is all vegan, organic, & macrobiotic. I found my meal healthy, nourishing, & enjoyable. On the table were a few simple condiments that I used to spice up my meal a bit including cayenne & there was also some of the japanese sesame seed condiment gomasio that I used.
Besides the main entree there was also some homemade raw pies & baked goods.
The atmosphere here is enjoyable as Tibetan prayer flags hang overhead. Great to finally check out Shangri-La as it has been on my radar for some time. I will definitely be back!
Pros: All vegan with healthy dining options
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stprevic
Points +136
Perfect Wholesome Delicious. - Edit
Wow, what incredible food! I ordered the moderate plate and it was super filling, without being overly filling, and delightfully tasty. I really love simple ingredients and the way everything was cooked it really brought out all of the flavors in a perfect way. I also recommend the chocolate pie! The staff were very lovely as well.
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JonTurner
Points +26
Amazing - Edit
This place is great. The moderate plate is very filling. The large plate must be huge. The menu changes daily and you can check it online ahead of time but I’m pretty sure it’s always awesome.
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ArtTesst
Points +50
Healthy takeout - Edit
What we get when we want to eat real food. Theres one plate of the day: brown rice, greens with sauce, vegetables with a sauce, small side salad, with a bean or lentil side, and a soup! (We still get 2 full portions for 2 adults)
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Angelo23
Points +282
Favorite! - Edit
Shangri-La is one of my all time favorite spots. This location is the first one I tried and I fell in love with it. The menu changes daily and is very simple and straightforward so foodies can miss it. I love it though because it makes me feel great afterwards. It's very healthy and balanced, think conscious eating. The prices are very reasonable too and the staff are awesome.
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NickTustin
Points +973
Amazing - Edit
Absolutely delicious, super healthy food. Everything was so flavorful and satisfying and felt so good after. Love that they just have one plate per day so the food comes out quickly and no menu regret.
Read moreFully plant based place
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irplonk96
Points +2890
Like a home-cooked meal - Edit
This place reminds me of a restaurant named Casa de Luz in Austin. There is a set menu, so it makes it really easy to order. Your meal comes with soup and a plate of food. It tastes like a home-cooked meal and uses very natural ingredients. I really enjoyed this place. I would definitely come here often if I had one near me.
Read morePros: All vegan , No decision anxiety lol, Friendly staff
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villain
Points +8360
Simple, healthy, filling. The perfect meal 😌 - Edit
I can't believe I hadn't tried this place sooner. The moderate plate was more than enough food even when I got it delivered. All the ingredients are so fresh and tasty. The plate is 100% gluten free, even their pies. The key lime pie is great! I'm probably going to start eating here every day.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-08-22
Pros: Generous portions, 100% Gluten free dinner
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parsnipz
Points +102
Delicious, healthy food - Edit
I was so impressed with Shangri-La for dinner tonight. The menu is like a chef’s plate, so you get some of everything on your plate. Everything was so flavorful and delicious. It’s nice to be able to get a vegan dinner out at a restaurant that is also healthful. My omnivore companions ate their meals as quickly as I did. I will be back next time I’m in the bay
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Geeokonkwo
Points +516
Feels like home - Edit
Thank you for providing such a delicious AND healthful meal!!🙏🏿🙏🏿✨✊🏿💯🥗. Hit every single one of my taste buds. At one point biting into the roasted root veggies I entered heaven!! Unlimited herbal tea!! I'm not even a soup person and the soup was banging. After my first scoop of soup I knew I was in for a treat.
Read moreStaff was so friendly and didn't mind me constantly gushing compliments over the food haha.
Key lime pie was just alright but I'm raw vegan, our desserts can't be beat.
I wish they had a buffet, I'd move in.😂💯
Updated from previous review on 2022-05-28
Pros: Wholesome, Simple menu and they nail it, Staff fully embodies Buddhist principles
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MMMarisa
Points +28
Exactly what I wanted - Edit
It's a humble location with very kind staff. The place was empty inside but the food blew my mind. It's comforting, like soul food, like Harbin Hot Springs food, so nutritious and delicious. I'll be bringing all my friends here. No restaurant lines on a Saturday nite on Telegraph, this is a hidden gem. Feed your soul, trust in their simple menu, you won't be disappointed.
Read morePros: Deliciousness , Value, Ease of ordering
Cons: They’re overpowered by other venues nearby
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NilangGor
Points +22
Delicious!!! - Edit
Wow...how can you make food so simple but so delicious! My body, mind & soul love Shangri-La! This is my favorite vegan restaurant EVER!!!
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Labylala
Points +741
Amazing food! - Edit
At the end of our road trip we tried Shangrila. For me, it’s the best food I have had on the trip! Everything was simple/whole food and truly delicious. Will definitely come back here next time!
Read morePros: Simple food, Macrobiotic, Reasonable pricing
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JawJaw
Points +34
Outstanding - Edit
Very very good. Choose the size of dish and the menu is fixed.
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natalia_nelson
Points +232
ADDICTINGLY WHOLESOME - Edit
FANTASTIC!!! This food literally moved me emotionally because it was so good. It was simple in its composition but complex in its flavor profile. Extremely well cooked and at an excellent price. Definitely a SCOREMUNDO. 10/10 would revisit.
Read morePros: Fully vegan and 100% delicious, Macrobiotic, Inexpensive
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LaceyRoseCukier
Points +22
Delicious, simple, healthy - Edit
Everything was vegan and it didn't appear that anything was processed. Just good, whole foods. It tastes like really good home cooking and what you see is what you get.
Read morePros: All vegan, Generous portions, Tasty
Cons: Interior was a little bare, Not a great neighborhood
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Vegang12
Points +719
Grounding! - Edit
One of my favorite go-to restaurants when I want a soul nourishing meal. It's gluten free, vegan and organic. So good. The staff is so kind. being here just makes you want to be a better person!
Read morePros: healthy, organic, good value
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SatShabad
Points +322
Macrobiotic Sweet Place - Edit
This was my go to in the East Bay for quite some time. It’s the only macrobiotic vegan eatery that I know in town. Gluten Free menu. You have one meal for the day and also the option for a simple menu without oils etc. It’s warm comfort food owned by Tibetans.
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Noodlegirl
Points +322
Seriously love this place - Edit
Every time I return to Berkeley I have to eat at Shangri La Vegan. I love the fact that there is only one plate per day. I’be never had a bad meal there, all their food is delicious. The place is simple and real.
Read morePros: One meal option/day, no agonizing over orders , Very delicious healthy food , Large tables to spread out
Cons: Hard to find parking? (Not really a Con)
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