understory oakland Menu

Ohlone Territory, 3340 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94601, United States
$$$ Restaurant
(116 Reviews)
Price Range $20–30

At Understory Oakland, located in the vibrant Ohlone Territory, the menu is a delightful fusion of flavors that reflects the restaurant's commitment to creativity and community. The dinner offerings feature an array of unique appetizers that will excite adventurous palates—don't miss the standout Boboto ($15) and the flavorful Fried Oyster Mushroom ($14). For a delicious brunch, their Ube Grilled Cheese ($14) and Pork Tocino Sandwich ($16) showcase the innovative spirit of the kitchen, catering to both vegans and carnivores alike.

The reviews consistently praise the thoughtful, flavorful dishes and the warm atmosphere, making it a top choice for anyone seeking good food in good company. The community spirit shines through their menu, inviting guests to partake in something special. Friendly staff and delicious drinks, like the tres leches matcha latte, complement the experience, ensuring your visit is unforgettable.

Brunch - Brunch Food

  • Chicken Biscuit Sandwich
    US$20.00
  • Collective Meal
    US$45.00
  • Papaya Burger & Fries
    US$18.00
  • Tocilog
    US$20.00
  • Tofu Sisig
    US$18.00
  • Tortang Talong
    US$18.00
  • Watermelon Salad
    US$15.00
  • Ube Waffles
    US$14.00

Brunch - Sides

  • Buttermilk Biscuit
    US$5.00
  • Fried Egg
    US$3.00
  • Garlic Rice
    US$5.00
  • Pandesal
    US$6.00

Brunch - Community Offering

  • Suam Na Mais*

Brunch Food

  • Chicken Biscuit Sandwich
    US$20.00
  • Collective Meal
    US$45.00
  • Papaya Burger & Fries
    US$18.00
  • Tocilog
    US$20.00
  • Tofu Sisig
    US$18.00
  • Tortang Talong
    US$18.00
  • Watermelon Salad
    US$15.00
  • Ube Waffles
    US$14.00

Sides

  • Buttermilk Biscuit
    US$5.00
  • Fried Egg
    US$3.00
  • Garlic Rice
    US$5.00
  • Pandesal
    US$6.00

Community Offering

  • Suam Na Mais*

Dinner - Dinner Appetizer

  • Boboto
    US$15.00
  • Elote
    US$10.00
  • Fried Oyster Mushroom
    US$14.00
  • Lechon Chicken Wings
    US$15.00
  • Pork Lumpia
    US$12.00
  • Watermelon Salad
    US$15.00

Dinner - Dinner Entree

  • Kare-Kare Pasta
    US$24.00
  • Laing
    US$22.00
  • Morcon
    US$28.00
  • Papaya Burger & Fries
    US$18.00

Dinner - Community Offering

  • Suam Na Mais*

Dinner Appetizer

  • Boboto
    US$15.00
  • Elote
    US$10.00
  • Fried Oyster Mushroom
    US$14.00
  • Lechon Chicken Wings
    US$15.00
  • Pork Lumpia
    US$12.00
  • Watermelon Salad
    US$15.00

Dinner Entree

  • Kare-Kare Pasta
    US$24.00
  • Laing
    US$22.00
  • Morcon
    US$28.00
  • Papaya Burger & Fries
    US$18.00

Cafe - Cafe Food

  • Chickpea Egg & Mushroom Bacon Sandwich
    US$15.00
  • Pork Tocino Sandwich
    US$16.00
  • Tortang Talong Frittata
    US$15.00
  • Ube Grilled Cheese
    US$14.00
  • Ube Waffles
    US$14.00
  • Watermelon Salad
    US$15.00
  • Pandesal
    US$6.00
  • Fried Oyster Mushroom
    US$14.00
  • Chocolate Chip Cookie (V/Gf)
    US$5.00

Cafe - Community Offering

  • Suam Na Mais*

Cafe Food

  • Chickpea Egg & Mushroom Bacon Sandwich
    US$15.00
  • Pork Tocino Sandwich
    US$16.00
  • Tortang Talong Frittata
    US$15.00
  • Ube Grilled Cheese
    US$14.00
  • Ube Waffles
    US$14.00
  • Watermelon Salad
    US$15.00
  • Pandesal
    US$6.00
  • Fried Oyster Mushroom
    US$14.00
  • Chocolate Chip Cookie (V/Gf)
    US$5.00

Drinks - NA Beverage

  • Ube Horchata

    creamy rice and oat milk blended with ube, cinnamon, and vanilla for a dreamy, lightly sweet sip (vegan & gluten free)

    US$5.00
  • Mango Tepache

    Tangy, naturally fermented drink made with ripe mango, pineapple rind, piloncillo, and cinnamon. Refreshingly tart and bubbly. (vegan & gluten free)

    US$5.00
  • Agua Fresca Of The Day
    US$5.00

Drinks - Coffee/Tea

  • Iced Tea Of The Day

    Caffeinated - Red/Black Tea Herbal - Heart Healing Tea (Tulsi, Hibiscus, Lavender, Hawthorne Berry, Rose, Lemon Balm, Passionflower)

    US$5.00
  • Cala-Cello Coffee Tonic
    US$6.00
  • Pandan Cold Brew
    US$6.00
  • Cafe De Olla Mont Blanc
    US$6.00
  • Tres Leche Matcha Latte
    US$6.00
  • Strawberry-Orange Blossom Houjicha
    US$6.00
  • Drip Coffee
    US$4.00
  • Decaf Pour Over
    US$5.00
  • Loose Leaf Tea
  • Heart Healing Tea - Hot
    US$5.00

Drinks - Soda

  • Strawberry Shiso
    US$4.00
  • Cafe De Olla Cola
    US$4.00
  • Earl Grey Lemonade
    US$4.00

Drinks - Mocktail

  • We Guava Go
    US$12.00
  • Mango Pandan
    US$13.00
  • Hongos Old Fashion
    US$14.00
  • Bidi Bidi Bom Bom
    US$13.00
  • Marimatcha
    US$13.00
  • Three Thirty One
    US$13.00
  • Corn Colada
    US$12.00
  • Chillwave
    US$12.00
  • Prickly Pear
    US$13.00

NA Beverage

  • Ube Horchata

    creamy rice and oat milk blended with ube, cinnamon, and vanilla for a dreamy, lightly sweet sip (vegan & gluten free)

    US$5.00
  • Mango Tepache

    Tangy, naturally fermented drink made with ripe mango, pineapple rind, piloncillo, and cinnamon. Refreshingly tart and bubbly. (vegan & gluten free)

    US$5.00
  • Agua Fresca Of The Day
    US$5.00

Coffee/Tea

  • Iced Tea Of The Day

    Caffeinated - Red/Black Tea Herbal - Heart Healing Tea (Tulsi, Hibiscus, Lavender, Hawthorne Berry, Rose, Lemon Balm, Passionflower)

    US$5.00
  • Cala-Cello Coffee Tonic
    US$6.00
  • Pandan Cold Brew
    US$6.00
  • Cafe De Olla Mont Blanc
    US$6.00
  • Tres Leche Matcha Latte
    US$6.00
  • Strawberry-Orange Blossom Houjicha
    US$6.00
  • Drip Coffee
    US$4.00
  • Decaf Pour Over
    US$5.00
  • Loose Leaf Tea
  • Heart Healing Tea - Hot
    US$5.00

Soda

  • Strawberry Shiso
    US$4.00
  • Cafe De Olla Cola
    US$4.00
  • Earl Grey Lemonade
    US$4.00

Mocktail

  • We Guava Go
    US$12.00
  • Mango Pandan
    US$13.00
  • Hongos Old Fashion
    US$14.00
  • Bidi Bidi Bom Bom
    US$13.00
  • Marimatcha
    US$13.00
  • Three Thirty One
    US$13.00
  • Corn Colada
    US$12.00
  • Chillwave
    US$12.00
  • Prickly Pear
    US$13.00