"While strictly vegetarian, what ultimately defines the menu at — and ensures the popularity of — Edible Beats’ fast-casual haunt in Berkeley is its free-ranging creativity. Think blue corn and purple sweet potato pancakes with pepitas, popcorn, and burnt maple whip; bánh mì-inspired tacos with lemongrass tofu and edamame pâté; and beet brownies with cashew frosting." - Rebecca Treon