Welcome to Golden Lotus Vegan Restaurant
Golden Lotus Vegan Restaurant, located in downtown Oakland, offers a diverse menu of vegan and vegetarian options. The restaurant boasts a spacious dining room, attentive staff, and a welcoming ambiance. Customers rave about the flavorful dishes such as potstickers, crispy "shrimp," spring rolls, and curry vermicelli soup. The restaurant is especially popular for lunch and dinner, making it a go-to spot for plant-based dining in the area. With options for takeout and delivery, Golden Lotus Vegan Restaurant caters to a wide range of preferences and dietary needs, embodying a true culinary gem in the heart of Oakland.
- 1301 Franklin St, Oakland, CA 94612, United States1301 Franklin St, Oakland, CA 94612, United States Hotline: +1 510-893-0383
Golden Lotus Vegan Restaurant is a top-notch dining establishment located in Oakland, CA. This Asian-owned and women-owned restaurant offers a wide array of options for vegans and vegetarians alike. From crispy "shrimp" to potstickers, the menu is filled with flavorful dishes that will satisfy any palate.
What sets Golden Lotus apart is their commitment to customer satisfaction. With features like wheelchair accessibility, gender-neutral restrooms, and a variety of payment options, they ensure a seamless dining experience for all patrons. The spacious dining room allows for comfortable seating, making it ideal for both intimate meals and group gatherings.
The reviews from satisfied customers speak for themselves. Dishes like the curry vermicelli soup and spring rolls have garnered high praise for their taste and presentation. The attentive staff and inviting ambiance create a welcoming atmosphere that keeps guests coming back for more.
Whether you're a dedicated vegan or simply a lover of good food, Golden Lotus Vegan Restaurant is a must-visit destination. Come for the delectable dishes, stay for the exceptional service, and leave with a newfound appreciation for plant-based cuisine.

Just one of the best restaurants in Oakland. You don't need to be a Vegan to appreciate all the flavors of this place. It's not too busy at lunch time but dinner service on a weekend can get busy. They expedite the food pretty quickly and the portions are good. Get the: potstickers and the crispy "shrimp." Yum.

Not much to say, this is a Top 3 vegan establishment in Oakland. The Staff go out of their way to make sure you feel welcomed. The spring rolls are phenomenal, i'll be back for more!

Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Vibe: Big dining room and attentive staff. Located in downtown Oakland. Great place for lunch or dinner. Very full after our meal. Food: Filling and all vegan! Great place for tasty shared dishes or for yourself. My favorite was the curry vermicelli soup.

The space is large so good for groups and plenty of tables so there's never been a wait when I have visited. Clean and staff have always been super kind. As someone who easily gets hit with decision fatigue, it's definitely hard to narrow down what to order. Which is why I recommend bringing friends so you can order a bunch of things and share! Of the four things we ordered, my least favorite was probably the egg roll but everything was delicious overall! The clay pot rice is so simple but yet flavorful and delicious, probably one of the favorites. Great opportunity to try new things!

I've been here numerous times, so this review covers many different dishes: Crispy chow mein: Generous portion of crispy noodles, and I enjoyed the texture of it. But overall I felt it was weak in flavor so I'd rate it 4/5. Sautee broccoli soy beef: I was not a fan of the zucchini or carrots, the broccoli was ok and tasted decently seasoned. I do like the soy beef, as a vegetarian who enjoys eating plant-based meat alternatives. The sauce gave it a good amount of flavor. I'd give it 4/5. 5-spice tofu over rice: The first time, I selected for brown rice in my order, and found that they gave me wild rice or purple rice, rather than standard brown rice (I see this as a good thing). The tofu was thin, almost tasted eggy like an omelette or pancake. The other cakey part of the dish had a lot of black pepper in it which I love. Overall it was delicious, I'm not sure what I was expecting but it was very filling. Not sure what the sauce was, it was a bit sour and kind of sweet. I decided to order this a second time, but unfortunately on my second time ordering ahead for takeout, it was only when I arrived at the store that they informed me they were out of brown rice and asked if white rice was okay - wish they would've told me ahead of time. But I'd still give this dish a 5/5 since it's very yummy and unique. Spicy sweet potato curry: I asked in the special requests to make it mild when ordering takeout online, since I am weak to spicy. Overall it is quite rich, thick, had quite a bit of carrots. I think it goes well with a carb, though I personally would prefer a crispier texture but I know that's practically impossible once the vegetables have already been cooked and soaked in the curry. I'd torn whether to rate this a 4 or 5. Sweet and sour chicken: They separately packed the sauce from the chicken so it wouldn't get soggy. I liked that it was crispy, fried, savory, had a good texture. I'd give this a 5/5. FYI, as of the last time I visited, they don't take Discover credit cards. Also, there is a small picnic table/bench which seems to just be open for the public, close to the restaurant, if you want to eat outdoors.

After watching You Are What You Eat we didn't have the appetite for meat. Ended up here after our daughter's warriors basketball academy. Food and service were just okay. Whenever there's papaya salad on the menu it always ends up on our table. This is the first time I've had it with protein and I'm not sure I like it. I wish it was just papaya. It was too saucy and sweet. I'm used to more spicy and acid. The tamarind dish was good but probably wouldn't order it again on its own. We needed some veggies to go with it. We ordered brown rice and noodles on the side for the little one. Would definitely order something different if we come back.

Amazing food! We had Sunday lunch here and it was absolutely amazing! We had mushu wraps, papaya salad, spicy cha cha shrimp, brown rice and won ton soup....and wait are you sure this is vegan? The food was amazing, my friend and I think we have found a gem for sure!!! We will be back...the service was amazing too! We had a great meal and truly enjoyed it!