• 5
• Artistic food with Superb Flavor

Without a doubt, I will be coming back next time I want upscale dining without the hefty price. The menu is seasonal and creative, and the chef really knows how to compose flavors and textures beautifully. The food was delicious. I would recommend the portobello sandwich--my dinner company kept reaching for more! Portions are quite reasonable. For a party of four, we shared an appetizer and salad, and four entrees. We were left full, but not grossly stuffed. The food was healthy, fresh, and decadent. Fortunately, the menu is more vegan than vegetarian. Their dessert menu was all vegan. I did not try them, however, but they looked delicious and served in large portions. They also offer many tasty, homemade vegan "cheese" (more like pates). The wait staff were so delightful. They were helpful, friendly, did more than was expected...created a pleasant dining experience. Encuentro caters to all sorts of diners. We saw a large family with children, groups of older people, couples, etc. It reminded me of a trendy NYC restaurant with your good ol' Oakland vibe.