7 black owned restaurants in Oakland open for takeout

In officially Fall. We’re six months into Covid-19 restrictions. And if you’re anything like us, your tastebuds are looking from something fresh. Next time you are in the mood for something other than cooking from your kitchen, consider trying one of these 7 black-owned restaurants open for takeout (and delivery) in Oakland and Berkeley, California. 

Lemat Ethiopian

@lemat_ethiopian_restaurant in south Berkeley makes the most delicious Ethiopian. We’re not kidding. You’ll want more than a taste of their authentic flavors and Ethiopian hospitality.

Lemat welcomes you to enjoy selection of mouth-watering vegetarian, vegan and meat dishes, so even the most selective appetites will have something delicious to select from. They’re conveniently located just a few blocks. from Ashby Bart Station. Plus, instead of being mixed with grains like barely or wheat, their injera made from Teff and is 100% gluten free – and you can definitely taste the difference. 

Order to-go at 510 430 2717 from 5:00 – 8:00pm, or order on any meal delivery app.

Oeste Bar and Cafe

@oeste.bar.cafe is a bar, rooftop bar, (yes, rooftop☀️!) and cafe located on a quiet street in Old Oakland. Their vision is to build an establishment that is rooted in and celebrates Oakland’s rich history and culture.

Through the flavors of their cuisine, our carefully curated drink menu, and rich environment, they hope to appeal to the diverse group of foodies and cocktail enthusiasts in and around the Bay Area.

You can order to-go at 510 817 4157. Check their website for the latest on their hours of operation. 

Suya African Grill

Locally owned and operated, @suyaafricangrill serves fresh grilled African-Caribbean favorites with house made sauces, wraps, patties, fish favorites and more at affordable prices. 

Their name celebrates West Africa’s most popular street food – thinly sliced meat marinated in a peanut-based spice mixture and grilled to perfection. This African part of their menu profile readily complements the “jerk” spiced fish, kabob style skewers, Jamaican patties and side dishes of our Caribbean heritage.

Folks with dietary restrictions will be pleased. Suya offers vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options. They are pretty quick to prepare your meal, so a perfect choice for lunch.

You can order to-go at (510) 465-7895 or order on any food delivery app.

Hella Nuts

One of the newest offerings to Oakland’s vegan dining scene,  @hella_nuts  is a plant based eatery that offers an alternative to current vegan places in Oakland -they are 100 percent soy free and have gluten free options. They just celebrated their grand opening in late September, 2020, so definitely stop by and try them out.

Co-owners Mieko and Kamari started their plant-based journey in 2018. After realizing that available supermarket vegan food was just vegan junk food, they knew there needed to be a better option. No chemicals, no fillers—just natural ingredients. So they started Hella Nuts™.

What makes them extra special? Hella Nuts™ patent-pending walnut meat resembles traditional ground meat. This pre-seasoned, preservative-free & oil-free product can be used for tacos, pasta, burgers, shepard’s pie, pizzas, burritos, stuffed bell peppers & an array of other dishes. 

Order to-go: (510) 463-1690 or online on their website. 

James and Giant Cupcake

We all the know that the number one way to satisfy any sweet tooth is with a cupcake. And @jamesandthegiantcupcake makes the best cupcakes in Oakland. Founder Eurydice Manning started James and The Giant Cupcake in the summer of 2008. While on a trip to New York, everywhere she went she saw cupcake shops of all kinds- filled with grown-ups. She wanted to bring that excitement back to the Bay Area, specifically Oakland, her hometown.

Just a few years into operation, they’ve got locations in North Oakland, downtown and Jack London Square – take your pick! Order to-go: (510) 596-8834 or on their website.

Everett and Jones BBQ

@everettandjones was started by Dorothy Everett with her eight daughters, one son and one son-in-law (Jones) in Oakland, California in 1973. Needless to say, it has been an Oakland institution ever since.

Let’s just say that they’ve got everything you could dream and more of to fulfill your BBQ needs. 

Order to-go: (510) 663-2350 or order on any meal delivery app.

Souley Vegan

@souleyvegan is a vegan Louisiana Creole restaurant on the boarder between downtown Oakland and Jack London Square – just a few blocks from 12th Street Bart.

Since 2006, they’ve become known for their bold approach to flavors and atmosphere in the vegan industry.

Souley Vegan’s not just for dinner. In the mood for a different kind of brunch? Their handcrafted delights and bottomless mimosas will brighten up your weekend. Whether its our blueberry pancakes or sweet potato waffles, we use the finest ingredients to produce these mouth watering artifacts from scratch.

You can order to go at (510) 922-1615 or purchase a gift card on their website.