Nina L.
12/4/2025
Came here for a private event and will need to come back for dinner or brunch. The catered food was excellent. All the Filipino comfort foods were slightly elevated and delicious - aroz caldo, a...
Understory
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3340 International Blvd
Oakland, CA 94601
Understory is a worker-owned and community-focused restaurant located in Oakland, CA, dedicated to celebrating diverse culinary traditions through a menu that emphasizes seasonal offerings, including vegan and gluten-free options. Committed to social equity, they provide a pay-what-you-can dish to ensure everyone can enjoy a nourishing meal, regardless of financial circumstances.
Grounded in principles of solidarity and cooperation, Understory empowers its majority queer ownership and fosters an inclusive atmosphere for all patrons. This award-winning establishment leverages food culture and collaboration as tools for community resilience and resistance against exploitation in the restaurant industry.
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Jamm V.
10/10/2025
-- A Hidden Gem That Feels Like Home! My fiancé and I came here for breakfast and ended up coming back the same day for dinner -- that's how good it was! First off, the space is beautifully...
Mary T.
6/30/2025
Was excited to try this spot and my group and I shared tosilog, ube waffles w chicken, lugaw, and I had a pandan cold brew! Everything was not only beautifully presented but also tasted delicious...
Peg S.
4/27/2025
Positive vibes and fun and inventive dishes and drinks at this worker-owned restaurant. This new iteration of Understory is located not far from the Fruitvale BART Station. It's a spacious...
Rissa C.
11/14/2025
Ambiance: fun with music Food; was good but took an hour to get out food. Really disappointed
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