Open Test Kitchen – American
Open Test Kitchen serves as a vibrant culinary laboratory where the air is thick with the scent of steeping herbal teas and the hum of constant creative experimentation. This dynamic space bridges continents through an ever-evolving menu, inviting guests to discover bold Palestinian-Cuban fusions alongside the nostalgic warmth of Hong Kong-style comfort food. Every visit culminates in the simple, artisanal joy of a perfectly baked cookie, capturing the spirit of a kitchen that celebrates the beauty of global discovery.
528, 8th Street, Oakland, CA, 94607 https://oaklandbloom.org/programs/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, aip, alkaline, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Beverages
Traditional and healing beverages served during cafe hours and events.
- Herbal Teas: Assorted traditional herbal blends Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Main Courses
Authentic dishes from our rotating chef collective. Prices vary by event and chef.
- Palestinian-Cuban Fusion Dish: Za'atar dough, black beans, and traditional spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rotating Global Cuisine: Rotating selection of Filipino, Moroccan, and Mexican cuisine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hong Kong Style Comfort Food: Traditional Hong Kong flavors and ingredients Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
Sweet treats from our resident bakers.
- Artisanal Cookies: Handcrafted specialty cookies Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
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