Vegan
International
Organic
Buffet
Fast food
Salad bar
Take-out

Serves organic vegan food. Supports sustainable agriculture, local farmers and green initiatives. Fully vegan Jan 2020. Bring your own container for discounts. Open Mon-Sat 11:00am-5:00pm. Closed Sun.


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29 Reviews

First Review by nsweeney

Brycew

Points +1110

Vegan
18 Dec 2024

Hippie place in NorCal

I really enjoyed the experience here. Wish I had tried more of the hot buffet dishes instead of ordering a burrito to go. The people are chill and the place is the definition of unconventional

Pros: Great to find vegan food in small towns, Good vibes, Nice people

Cons: Closes early

Cookieheka

Points +23

Vegan
07 Aug 2024

Good stop off while traveling.

The food was really good. Pretty greasy. Like fast food. Definitely not a daily driver. The owner is awesome and the atmosphere is chill.

Pros: Flavor, Atmosphere , Kindness

Cons: Too much oil

HookaHermosa

Points +23

Vegan
17 Jul 2024

Just don’t

this was the saddest meal.. husband got the vegan nachos, i got a ruben and fries.. the fries were inedible.. mooshy and greasy, tasted like old deep fryer- the “queso” was flavourless and watery, the nachos were overcooked. the sourkraut at least somewhat saved the sandwich… it was a total waste…
would give zero stars if possible. this app won’t let vegan places have less than 2.

Cons: the grease , the regret , the obnoxious server.

RachelFeiner

Points +905

Vegetarian
29 Jun 2024

Great

A lot of different options, and good quality

JonSpitz

Points +27

Vegan
18 Nov 2023

Nice assortment of simple plant-based dishes

What I like most about Tastebuds is that unlike many vegan restaurants that offer a veganized version of McDonald's, Tastebuds buffet offers a nice assortment of simple plant-based dishes pleasantly spiced with tasty sauces that make for a hearty and healthy meal. You'll feel good after dining at Tastebuds. If you are traveling on Highway 101 through Mendocino County in Northern California, Tastebuds is definitely worth taking the Ukiah off-ramp.

JillaineHuggard

Points +16

Vegan
03 Nov 2023

Love it

This place is absolutely FANTASTIC!!! DELICIOUS and EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE 💜

NickGarbarino

Points +34

Vegan
23 Jul 2023

Delicious, fast, inexpensive.

Delicious hot buffet choices. I had the jasmine rice with sweet chili tofu and curry cauliflower. All very tasty. Generous portions. Quick take-out. Reasonably priced. All good!

jeffsheldon

Points +1356

Vegan
25 Jan 2023

Consistently good. Fresh non processed vegan food with incredible flavors.

Large variety of vegan options. Something for everyone including friends that are carnivores #Veganuary

Pros: All vegan options , Variety of flavors , Friendly service

Cons: Food could have been kept at a warmer temp

cdromero

Points +13

Mostly Veg
18 Oct 2022

Lucky Find

On a road trip and pulled over to check this spot out for lunch. Did not expect to stumble across a place with such delicious food. Definitely get some if you're nearby.

JamesNoesta

Points +20

Vegan
14 Sep 2022

Great fries!

Had a tempeh Reuben and it was so tasty. The fries were the best!

Pros: All vegan, and loads of options

Cons: Little pricey

AleeshaLynn

Points +1053

Vegan
10 Apr 2022

Alright

Super nice to have a full vegan restaurant in Ukiah and unexpected. The food was mediocre that we tried. I got a salad that had rice underneath with a lot of tahini on it, a bit bland. My bf got the jerk burrito and it was super salty he said (and spicy which I didn’t like).

Connoisseur&Caveman

Points +177

Vegan
14 Aug 2021

Variety of options, great portions

This is a great place to fill up with huge portions and lots of protein. The flavors weren’t spectacular, but we appreciate the variety of options.

Forman

Points +6111

Vegan
26 May 2021

Cool place

Coming back from fort Bragg and needed lunch. Went for the buffet. Had beans, rice, pot sticker looking items, tofu, some spicy pieces and one other item. All were tasty. Grabbed a chocolate chip cookie too. Wait staff were friendly and helpful.

Came back today 5/25/2021 and grabbed more food😜 The wings are crazy good. After lunch bought more to take home.
Coffee / chocolate shakes are good too!
So many items on the menu to try😃


Updated from previous review on 2020-07-03


Updated from previous review on 2021-05-26

CarolineVegstar

Points +218

Vegan
22 May 2021

Still amazing!!

Mashed potatoes and gravy= yummm! BBQ tofu, curry cauliflower, garlic kale, jerk chickin, jalapeño pinto beans, Spanish rice were all fresh and flavorful.

Pros: All vegan, Fresh, Compostable packaging

MaryMVance

Points +42

Vegan
10 Dec 2020

Ukiah's treasure

Cute little buffet style restaurant. Totally vegan and locally sourced, the food is wonderful. The menu changes daily but I can always find something I want.

Pros: All vegan

Cons: A bit expensive but you get what you pay for.

klawil

Points +197

Vegan
31 Aug 2019

Great Food, Great Service

Great experience, lots of tasty options. The wings and barbecue tofu were especially delicious

Diet Coach

Points +344

Vegan
29 Aug 2019

A bit greasy

Cute Cali vibe. Two of us ate the one plate meal. Kale was a bit tough. Rice was flavorful and delicious!

Pros: A lot of choices, Flavorful, Loved infused water

Cons: Too much oil/fried food

aia

Points +50

Vegan
31 Jul 2019

Yummy healthy food!!

I have ordered a lot of things off the menu and everything is so good and you feel great after! The veggie burger and fries are probably my favorite! They also have great vegan desert options.

Pros: Lots of vegan options , Healthy

Browncoat3000

Points +135

Mostly Veg
10 Jun 2019

Stop here!

Hot bar at lunch plus a delicious menu, fun and laid back people.

Pros: Vegan mainly , Sustainable

cln

Points +41

Vegan
03 Jun 2019

Disappointed

Disappointed. Ordered taco salad. Out of walnut meat,subbed rice and beans. No Pico de Gallo. Avocado too hard to eat. Dint know how they cut it.

Pros: Vegan

Cons: Didn’t have what I ordered.

SethV

Points +133

Non Veg
14 Aug 2018

Fantastic

An amazing restaurant that should not be missed. Excellent and friendly service.

Pros: Excellent food, Great people who care!!

Cons: Closed on Sunday

steveveg

Points +2368

Vegan
25 Apr 2018

Fine burger

I made a brief stop in Ukiah, and had a veggie burger here. It was fine. The place is neat and friendly.

MelissaJohnston

Points +22

Vegan
03 Feb 2018

amazing!

The ambience of this place was great along with the food!! Everything was so tasty and majority was vegan! The only problem was; they gave us regular cheese instead of vegan cheese on accident...

Other than that it was lovely and I would tooootally return

kkeegan5

Points +416

Vegan
21 Oct 2017

Absolutely delicious!

Went in for their veggie burgers. They did not disappoint! Delicious sweet potato fries. Great salad. Love this place!

daroff

Points +1613

Vegan
15 Apr 2017

Surprisingly Delicious!

Who'd have thought that there'd be a really delicious vegetarian (nearly vegan) restaurant in Ukiah?!? All but two items are vegan - cow on grilled cheese sandwich and on a Reuben sandwich.

We ordered from the buffet - where we had tempeh, sweet & sour chk'n, collard greens, sweet potato w/peanut butter mash, curried potatoes & garbanzo beans, and eggplant. All was delicious. We also had gluten free vegan chocolate chip cookies. All our choices were excellent we would gladly order them again.

There are also made-to-order menu items, like sandwiches and wraps - which we hope to have on our next visit.

The staff was very warm and welcoming.

Pros: delicious , good pricing, nearly all vegan

Cons: wish it was 100% vegan :)

tonyakay

Points +3555

Vegan
28 Dec 2016

jewel in Ukiah

They have raw food, cooked vegan, creative Jamaican dishes - all delicious. Great vibe, great music and a play square for kiddos.

SFRobbie

Points +1102

Vegan
09 Dec 2016

Great variety and uniformly delicious

Everything is vegan at this fun casual restaurant near downtown Ukiah with the exception of two sandwiches that include dairy cheese. They have a prepared selection of about 8 hot dishes, or you can select from a specialty menu that includes sandwiches and several raw selections. The food was extremely flavorful and every one of the five hot dishes that we shared on a combination platter was great. We will definitely stop by again whenever we are in the area!

Pros: Fun vibe, Friendly service, Great selection and pricing

Cons: Would be nice if they went all the way vegan! :-)




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