Wahpepah's Kitchen – American
This vibrant sanctuary honors Indigenous foodways through a soulful celebration of the land, where the earthy aroma of smoked squash and blue corn invites guests into a space of deep cultural connection. The kitchen transforms ancestral ingredients into modern masterpieces, from tender bison loin draped in rich pumpkin seed mole to delicate rabbit tacos kissed by red chili. Every plate, whether a bowl of the sacred Three Sisters or sweet blueberry-infused meatballs, serves as a vivid, edible tribute to the heritage and resilience of Native flavors.
Avenida De La Fuente, Oakland, California 94601 https://wahpepahskitchen.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Wednesday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests love the welcoming and warm atmosphere at Wahpepah's, frequently highlighting the attentive service staff who ensure a seamless dining experience. Standout dishes include the steak, which is praised for its unique crispy preparation and flavorful execution. Reviewers celebrate the inviting environment and friendly hospitality, noting that the attentive care from the team makes every visit feel special and worth a return trip.
Menu
Main Courses
- Cheyenne River Short Loin Bison: Bison short loin Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wild Native Mushroom Pumpkin Seed Mole: Wild mushrooms, pumpkin seed mole Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Three Sisters Veggie Bowl: Corn, beans, squash Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Chili Rabbit Tacos: Rabbit, red chili Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bison Tostada: Bison Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Hibiscus Taquitos: Smoked hibiscus Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Squash Tacos: Smoked squash Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers and Snacks
- Blueberry Bison Meatballs: Bison, blueberries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Sticks: Buffalo Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Blue Corn Bread: Blue corn Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bison Frybread: Frybread, bison Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nixtamal Blue Corn Tortillas: Nixtamalized blue corn Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
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