Hummus Republic - Alameda

I had this for lunch a few days ago and can't stop thinking about it. My friend works in Alameda so that's how I found out about it, and I'm so happy. Considering the bowl made its way to me a few hours after ordering so it was still that good at not peak freshness. The portion was way to much for me, so I had a lot leftover (not complaining). I had a BYOB with a side of pita bread. I put the pita bread in the air fryer for like two minutes, and actually changed my life. Looking forward to the next time I get to enjoy this.

I stopped here during the weekday for lunch since I work in Alameda. Parking is very difficult to find since this place is located near Park Street and they don't have their own parking lot. Hummus Republic is similar to SAJJ with their build your own bowl concept. Basically the Mediterranean version of Chipotle. I like this place because they have tons of topping options compared to SAJJ. I got the gyro meat which is made with beef and lamb. The gyro meat had flavor, but I wish they charred it like other places to have a crispy edge, similar to bacon. Their gyro meat looks more like uncooked turkey bacon, which is unappealing. All the veggies/toppings are fresh. You also get to top off your bowl with a variety of sauces. If I'm craving Mediterranean food, I always come here or Tahina which is a few blocks away. You get more bang for your buck here though.

Hummus Republic is such a great spot, and it totally reminds me of SAJJ (my absolute favvvv), but since there aren't any local SAJJ locations, this place is a great alternative.The food here is excellent, and the portions are HUGE. There are so many options to customize your meal, but one unique item for me is the feta--it adds such a nice texture and flavor to the bowls and they dont charge extra for it like SAJJ. Honestly, the bowls are big enough for two meals, which makes it feel like a great value.The first time I came, I ordered a wrap, and it was MASSIVE--so stuffed it practically burst at the seams. It tasted amazing, but it was a challenge to eat, so now I stick to the bowls for the sake of convenience (and less mess!).Customer service is another highlight. Everyone here is so friendly and accommodating, which makes the experience even better. There are a handful of small tables if you want to eat there, but I wouldn't necessarily bring a big group--it's more of a quick, casual spot.Now all I need is for them to open a location in San Leandro, and I'd be set.

My favorite spot! They catered for the Super Bowl and they did not disappoint. I have ordered from them before and as always they make sure that my order is right before they put it together. The young lady who helped me over the phone was more than helpful. She made pick up a breeze. I had the feta hummus, harrissa hummus on my sample platter with the hot sauces. Thanks again.

I was craving some food from Daphne's when I realize the location at South Shore had closed. Ironically, there is a hummus republic that is very close to where I live in Orange County. However, my first taste of this place is in Alameda.The place is located off a side street very close to Kaiser Hospital. Parking is a little difficult, but not so much so that I had to park obscenely far.When I answered, it is quaint clean, and everyone was absolutely friendly. When they found out, I have never been here before the quickly assisted me in understanding how the menu worked and how to place an order. They even allow me to sample the various hummus that I was not familiar with The food taste amazing and absolutely love it, and they are very generous with their portions (which I doubt it when I read reviews). This has quickly became one of my favorite places back in the Bay Area and will definitely be coming back here when I visit my parents.

Date: 4/18/2024 Time: 4:00 PM 63° SunnyAfter visiting the Kaiser lab for blood work being done, I stopped in at Hummus Republic, which is a few doors away. I have seen their ad on the FB website. The food looked yummy. It's check in and check it out. My first time here. It took me a while to peruse the menu and decide what I want in the bowl. The choices are great from what I see on display.The male employee guided me along with my selection. The bowl starts with a base, three scoops of hummus, protein, unlimited sides of veggies and finally the dressing. My bowl was filled with Mediterranean couscous, spinach, three hummus, four falafel, veggies and traditional tahini dressing. I also added two dolmaes (additional $1.00) Make it to go, please. Cost with tax and tip included was $18.Menu is posted on the window before going in to the business. Laminated menus are available at the counter to review. There is also a menu board on the wall.I was excited to get the bowl with falafel that I forgot to ask for beets. Okay a return trip is necessary to get their strawberry lychee beverage and another bowl. What I ate was so delicious that I almost forgot to take a photo. (Senior moment. LOL, meaning Little Old Lady Laughing Out Loud).

Delicious hummus heaven. Grab a menu as it walks you through how to assemble your custom order. You can have a pita sandwich, bowl or burrito. We each ordered a pita sandwich. Each pita was heated up then piled with your choice of greens , choice of protein, we chose chicken shawarma, and lemon chicken. Then you move onto the fun part. You get unlimited sides ranging from onions, tomatoes, olives, grains, chickpea, croutons, cucumber, pickled red cabbage, tabbouleh, herb mix, crumbled feta. Then choice of sauce to top your order. We also ordered pita chips and hummus. It was a very very generous serving of hummus ( we ordered 2 flavors) and the best part... the toasted pita chips. So delicious. I would order just this for dinner next time. Place is clean. Very helpful and friendly service. Order was quickly filled.

Oh my goodness!I was sooooo surprised when I tasted my salad/bowl; it was delicious!The way you pick a bowl or wrap, protein( chicken; steak; vegan steak; mushroom mix), sauces( up to three, I.r., feta mix, different hummus's, and others ), and then toppings galore- more veggies and crispy toppings like spicy crisp garbanzo beans(YUM!)Your bowl or wrap has a base of salad greens, kale, spinach, couscous, and salted garbanzo beans. I mean it was very easy to put together a healthy lunch. They also have fresh dropped mini samosas and pita chips that were amazing. If you like a little spice then add the garlic jalapeño sauce and the Moroccan Hot sauce. The only drawback was that it was FREEZING in there. I need a comfortable temperature in the establishment so that I can enjoy my food but I solved that and sat outside so I survived that. The young man servicing us was pleasant and helpful.I think it will he my new lunch fav- easy! $15-20

I wanted a tasty filling healthy little meal that wasn't going to break the bank. Every menu I looked at on Park street was $15-$20 or something greasy and fried. Then I past Hummus Republic, checked out the menu and they had affordable prices for healthy choices, so I decided to give it a try. It was my first time and I looked over the menu and decided to get the four scoops of hummus and the organic pita bread. I love that. I could pick four different types of spreads, so three were hummus and the fourth was a feta spread. All were so delicious.Before deciding on purchasing this, I asked what the ingredients are. I'm pretty particular about what kind of oils I ingest. And she said there was only hummus tahini and salt. So I said YES!.They were so tasty and filling The young lady at the counter was so helpful and friendly.I will be going back! Maybe tomorrow

Not like my place in SF (authentic ). My food is cold, the baklava must be made out of pure sugar. I so wanted to like but cannot endorse.My "wrap" was nasty. I cannot say anything good about the food. The dolma was interesting. I don't quite know what they did but it is stringy