understory oakland

Restaurant · Old City

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"Understory, a worker-owned restaurant, announced its closure after three years of operation. Known for its pay-what-you-can meals and diverse cuisine, it won the James Beard Foundation’s Emerging Leadership Award in 2022. The collective plans to reopen at a future location and has launched a GoFundMe campaign to support staff and moving costs." - Paolo Bicchieri

James Beard Award-Winning Oakland Bar and Restaurant Understory Is Closing - Eater SF

Ohlone Territory, 528 8th St, Oakland, CA 94607 Get directions

understoryoakland.com

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