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Cafe Romanat

Ethiopian Combo, Vegan Menu

Worth ordering: Veggie combonamed in 6 reviews

Try the veggie combo platter which is fully vegan and filling.

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Top tips

  • Good to know: Expect some wait or potential stock issues on busy nights, especially for takeout orders.
  • Sample the mushroom tibs, a popular vegan dish.
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  • Order gluten-free injera on request as it is available but limited.
  • Enjoy their sesame, flax, and sunflower seed smoothie for a refreshing drink.

People mention

Tibs, salad and sambussa.

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Also smoothie, injera, buticha salad, doro derek tibs, doro wat and hummus.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: groups

Praised for cozy atmosphere, friendly service and beautiful interior.

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Also praised for generous portions.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Wi-Fi
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Cafe Romanat serves authentic Ethiopian cuisine known for its large veggie combo platter that is fully vegan and rich in flavors. The venue features a rustic yet cozy environment with friendly, attentive service and offers gluten-free injera upon request. While mostly casual and affordable, some patrons note that prices for vegan dishes can be a bit high, and there was a reported issue with delivery order reliability.

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462 Santa Clara Ave, Oakland, CA 94610

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
17:00–21:30
Wednesday
17:00–21:30
Thursday
17:00–21:30
Friday
17:00–21:30
Saturday
11:30–21:30
Sunday
11:30–21:30

the food

4.7 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
mushroom, beans, lentils + 1 more

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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