• 5
• My fav in Berkeley

With many vegan restaurants in Berkeley, what sets this one apart to me is the attention to detail, their delicious flavors, and healthy options. I have never been served a plate that was made carelessly at Cha-Ya, everything is made with attention to detail. If you order a soup the veggies are cooked just right, if you order a salad the presentation is beautiful, if you get tempura is isn't overly greasy/fried. All of the different flavors really come through in their dishes, they are light yet satisfying. To be quite honest, I have a tried a large selection of their menu, but hands down their Kinoko mushroom soup or Wakame veggie soup both with extra harusame noodles are my absolute favorite, those soups are what I come back for. If you order this and like soup you will not be disappointed. The only negative thing I'd say is their sushi is overpriced for what you get, and I wish they had more desert options.