The 5 best vegan spots in Berkeley

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In search of a new favorite vegan spot?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top vegan spots around Berkeley, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to fill the bill.

1. Kiku Sushi

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Topping the list is Kiku Sushi. Located at 1316 Gilman St. (between Neilson and Curtis streets), the sushi bar, Japanese and vegan spot is one of the highest-rated vegan restaurants in Berkeley, boasting four stars out of 493 reviews on Yelp.

2. Cinnaholic

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Next up is Downtown Berkeley's Cinnaholic, situated at 2132 Oxford St. (between Allston Way and West Entrance). With 4.5 stars out of 1,577 reviews on Yelp, the bakery and vegan spot, serving desserts and more, has proven to be a local favorite.

3. The Butchers Son

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Downtown Berkeley's The Butchers Son, located at 1954 University Ave. (between Milvia Street and Bonita Avenue), is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the vegan and traditional American spot 4.5 stars out of 1,116 reviews.

4. Sanctuary Bistro

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Sanctuary Bistro, a vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free spot, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 529 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1019 Camelia St. (between 10th and Ninth streets) to see for yourself.

5. Animal Place's Vegan Republic

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Finally, check out Animal Place's Vegan Republic, which has earned five stars out of 61 reviews on Yelp. You can find the vegan and specialty food spot at 1624 University Ave. (between Jefferson Avenue and California Street).

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