Desta

Vegetarian Ethiopian Vegetarian, Vegan Menu

Outstanding for vegans chevron_right

★ 5 · $$ · Hours

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Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating

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lightbulb Popular tips:  "Try the veggie combo plate and shiro for popular authentic flavors" "Try the veggie combo plate and shiro for popular authentic flavors"
"Enjoy the naturally gluten-free injera made from 100% teff"
"Outdoor seating is available for a pleasant dining experience"
"Plan ahead as extra injera to-go is not offered"
"Brunch menu offers unique Ethiopian breakfast options worth trying"
 

restaurant_menu Must-try:  salad, veggie combo, misir wot salad — popular (×7)
veggie combo — popular (×4)
misir wot — popular (×3)
injera — popular (×3)
gomen — popular (×2)
 

thumb_up Praised for:  friendly staff, many vegan options, large portions friendly staff ×11
many vegan options ×3
large portions ×2
affordable ×2
outdoor seating
 

Desta is a fully vegetarian Ethiopian restaurant known for its authentic, flavorful dishes that cater well to vegans. The venue offers a cozy, intimate atmosphere in an urban residential area with outdoor seating and wheelchair accessibility, serving generous portions at moderate prices. Reviews highlight standout vegan dishes like the veggie combo, shiro, and lentil plates, praising the friendly service and the use of gluten-free teff injera.

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Hours

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Sunday Closed

Monday 10 AM-5 PM

Tuesday 10 AM-5 PM

Wednesday 10 AM-5 PM

Thursday 10 AM-5 PM

Friday 10 AM-5 PM

Saturday 10 AM-5 PM

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303 Oakland Ave ste a
Oakland
CA 94611

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Spinach Rating

star 5.0

out of 5

star_border Outstanding food

star_border Great service

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External ratings

star 5 (201 reviews)

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star 4.88 (8 reviews)

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Vegan Friendliness

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Outstanding for vegans

Vegan Options

abundant

Protein Options

lentils, split peas, kale, collard greens, red lentils, vegetables

Menu Clarity

separate menu labeling

Staff Knowledge

Knowledgeable

Warnings info

No warnings

Desta

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Vegan Friendliness

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