understory oakland (3340 International Blvd, Unceded Ohlone Territory) ❊ Worker-Owned Collective Restaurant
Cafe / Bar
Open now10AM - 3:30PM
Featured Items
Papaya Burger
Choice of Beef or Housemade Fava Bean Patty, choice of cheddar cheese or vegan cheddar, caramelized papaya, arugula, aioli on a toasted brioche bun. (+$4 for fries or $5 for salad)$16.00+
Pozole Para Todxs (V/GF)
White hominy corn in a savory tomatillo vegetable broth served with shredded cabbage, radish, cilantro, lime (add shredded chicken or mushrooms +$4)$0+Chile Relleno
Battered whole Poblano chile stuffed with carrots, eggplant, oyster mushrooms, java rice, & mozzarella cheese. Choice of rice bowl or flour tortilla burrito (Burrito only comes with chips and salsa).$17.00
Cafe
Cafe Food
Fried Oyster Mushroom
$14.00
Pork Lumpia
$14.00Understory Hash
Potato, sweet potato, butternut squash, & brussel sprouts topped with fresh herbs and pickle red onion. Choice of lechon (pork belly), vegan pork, oyster mushrooms, or vegan longganisa.$18.00+Vegan Caesar Salad
$16.00Beef Tapa Rice Bowl
$17.00Pork Tocino Rice Bowl
$17.00
Chicken Rice Bowl
Java rice (garlic annatto), cabbage slaw, cucumber, tomato, spiced aioli (vegan). Your choice of Fried or Grilled version of chicken thigh or vegan chicken.$17.00Chile Relleno
Battered whole Poblano chile stuffed with carrots, eggplant, oyster mushrooms, java rice, & mozzarella cheese. Choice of rice bowl or flour tortilla burrito (Burrito only comes with chips and salsa).$17.00Papaya Burger
Choice of Beef or Housemade Fava Bean Patty, choice of cheddar cheese or vegan cheddar, caramelized papaya, arugula, aioli on a toasted brioche bun. (+$4 for fries or $5 for salad)$16.00+
Pamapa Chicken Sandwich
Pamapa seasoning (Coconut ash, lemongrass, galangal), atchara (green papaya & carrot pickles), arugula, aioli on a toasted brioche bun. Choice of crispy fried chicken thigh or vegan fried chicken.$17.00Tofu Satay Sandwich (Vegan)
OUT OF STOCK$17.00
Drinks
N/A Beverage
Ube Horchata
creamy rice and oat milk blended with ube, cinnamon, and vanilla for a dreamy, lightly sweet sip (vegan & gluten free)$5.00Agua Fresca
House made flavors: Jamaica (Hibiscus) or Seasonal Fruit (weekly rotation)$5.00Hot Chocolate
House blend of roasted Filipino chocolate and dark chocolate, cane sugar, choice of milk (whole, coconut-oat milk, or oat milk). Smoky, rich, not too sweet.$5.00Heart Healing Tea
House-favorite herbal tea blend: Tulsi (holy basil), hibiscus, lemon balm, lemon verbena, passion flower, Hawthorne berry, chamomile, and sweetened with agave. Hot or Iced.$5.00Tepache
Tangy, naturally fermented drink made with ripe mango, pineapple rind, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Refreshingly tart and bubbly. (vegan & gluten free)$5.00
Agua de Coco
16.5 fl oz Canned Coconut Water$5.00Iced Green Tea (Unsweetened)
$5.00
Sparkling Water
Bottled 16oz - Saratoga Sparkling$4.00lemonade
$6.00
All hours
| Sunday | 11:00 am - 2:45 pm |
| Monday | 10:00 am - 3:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:00 am - 3:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am - 3:30 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am - 3:30 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am - 3:30 pm |
| Saturday | 11:00 am - 2:45 pm |
Restaurant info
We’re a worker-owned restaurant in the heart of Fruitvale, where worldly flavors meet Oakland’s rich food traditions (Filipino/Mexican/Thai/Turkish). Our menu changes with the seasons, our cocktails are crafted with care, and our pay-what-you-can meals make sure everyone has a seat at the table. Every dish we serve is an invitation to share stories, connect with neighbors, and be part of a community that nourishes one another.
Location
3340 International Boulevard, Oakland, CA 94601