Understory Oakland

Our hearts are still so full from all the community support Understory received in our last month at 528 Eighth Street. Thank you for donating, enjoying a meal, coming to our events, or amplifying our fundraiser! We have been able to raise over $22,000 which has gone to support our workers through this transition. We are very grateful.

You may be wondering what's next... we are looking into new locations and actively fundraising for re-opening costs. We are getting closer and might have some good news to offer you soon. Stay tuned cause there may be bigger bolder things on the horizon for our next phase. We can't wait to re-open with even stronger worker leadership and community involvement!


Please continue to share our fundraiser as you are able.

We love catering for our community and hope to be able to offer catering starting sometime in August. If you have events coming up, please reach out via our online form.


Hope to see you soon at a new location!
Understory Worker Collective

PS. Join us for our community BBQ at San Antonio park on Saturday August 3rd from 2pm - 6pm.
Enjoy some of your favorite Understory flavors BBQ style! Meat, vegan, and gf options. We’ll also be offering shaved ice and agua fresca. Donations are welcome and will go towards our fundraiser to re-open in a new location. No one turned away for lack of funds! Bring your fam, friends, and pups to this outdoor gathering. RSVP HERE for more info!