Welcome to Genuine Goodness

“ Fabulous Cafe! The food here is delicious, really fresh, healthy and priced very well! To compliment the food the staff are fantastic. Donna and Diane are very welcoming and friendly. I would highly recommend!! P.s. Joe makes awesome Very Berry smoothie!! Thanks again guys! ”

“ I've been here 5 times or so, and honestly I am already planning which day I'm going to come back. Their changing menu is diverse enough that there is always something that looks good no matter the day. I've had their taco salad (multiple times), a pineapple curry chicken rice bowl, smoothie, and today a tuna sandwich each time the food is really good. It's also one of the few places around that you can eat a healthy lunch for cheap. And to top it off all the employees are friendly and patient. ”

“ Genuine Goodness is now our office go-to spot. Fantastic, fresh food, friendly and creative cooks, and wonderful service. Catering! Grab and Go! Home-baked goodies made with love to round out the meal. Menu rotates so check out the website. Delightful! ”

“ Fresh, seasonal and delicious There is a different menu every day. Always a few salads, a homemade soup, a bento (combination) box. The week's menu is posted every Monday on Instagram @genuine_goodness ”

“ Little bit of a confusing set-up but overall a very friendly family owned cafe with bomb ass smoothies that don’t just taste like sugar. ”

“ My husband and I picked up a turkey, Brie, and fig jam sandwich and a tarragon chicken salad for quick bites and they were both so fresh and tasty. I could even say the salad was the best gluten-free on-the-go salad I’ve ever had. Service was superb as well. I highly recommend this place for a quick bite! ”

“ We've used Genuine Goodness for multiple dinner parties, and Diane has consistently exceeded our expectations every single time. Her food doesn't just feed our guests—it becomes the centerpiece and talking point of the entire evening. What sets Diane apart is her incredible attention to detail across every aspect of her service. The quality of ingredients is exceptional—you can truly taste the difference when someone sources thoughtfully and refuses to cut corners. Her culinary flair transforms what could be ordinary dishes into memorable culinary experiences that have our guests asking for contact information before they've even finished eating. But it's not just about the taste (though that's phenomenal)—Diane's presentation is absolutely stunning. She has an artist's eye for plating and display that elevates our dinner parties from simple gatherings to sophisticated events. Our guests are consistently impressed before they even take their first bite. If you're looking for a caterer who will make your event truly special and leave your guests talking about the food long after the party ends, Genuine Goodness is the perfect choice. Diane's passion for her craft shows in every detail, and we couldn't be happier to have found such a gem. Highly recommend without reservation! We'll definitely be using Genuine Goodness for all our future events. ”

“ I was amazed at the variety of options available for lunch in such a small place. They have around six standard sandwiches, and two sandwich specials each day, which come with fruit and salad. Or you can have soup. Or salads. Or smoothies. I had a sandwich special (my first-ever tuna melt, which I enjoyed). For dessert, a brownie caught my eye. When I asked about it, I was told it was gluten free, but I knew I had to have it when I was told it had raspberries. It was DELICIOUS! I plan on dropping in whenever I'm in Orinda. ”