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1. Luka's Taproom & Lounge
$$ | Uptown | AmericanHip and urban, with an unpretentious vibe, Luka's is a real taste of Uptown with its Belgian-inspired California comfort food and plentiful selection of Trappist ales, local drafts, and international bottles of beer. The late-night menu is a favorite of bar-hoppers, and DJs in the adjacent lounge keep the scene going well past last call.
2221 Broadway, at W. Grand Ave., Oakland, California, 94612, USA510-451–4677Known For
- Plentiful pints
- Late-night noshing
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2. Shakewell
$$ | Grand Lake |Two Top Chef vets opened this stylish restaurant, which serves creative and memorable Mediterranean small plates in a lively setting with an open kitchen, wood-fired oven, communal tables, and snug seating. As the name implies, well-crafted cocktails are shaken (or stirred) and poured with panache.
3407 Lakeshore Ave., Oakland, California, 94610, USA510-251–0329Known For
- Wood-oven paella
- Fried chicken with fenugreek yogurt
- Vegetarian options
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner Sun. No lunch Tues.–Fri. -
3. Snail Bar
$$ | |The Temescal neighborhood's dining anchor is a quirky wine bar with a powerful food program. At least half of the seating is outside, lending a Parisian indoor-outdoor café vibe to the air of this appropriately named spot with a signature escargots and cashew miso dish. The small chalkboard menu always has tempting, deeply flavored offerings that don't really adhere to particular cuisines but are always riveting. The rustic interior has a striking chess board–evoking floor and has a welcoming, slightly worn feel like a bistro that has been around for decades (except it only opened in 2021).
4935 Shattuck Ave., Oakland, California, 94609, USA510-879–7678Known For
- Unique wines from small producers
- Fish and avocado tostadas
- Raw seafood preparations
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4. À Côté
$$ | Rockridge |This hot spot is all about seasonal and globe-spanning small plates, family-style eating, and excellent drinks. Intimate dining nooks, natural light, and a heated patio make this an ideal destination for couples, families, and the after-work crowd.
5478 College Ave., Oakland, California, 94618, USA510-655–6469Known For
- Pernod mussels cooked in the wood oven
- Flatbreads
- Global and regional wine list
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch -
5. Belotti Ristorante e Bottega
$$ | |Bay Area residents could debate for days about who truly makes the region's greatest pasta, but this Rockridge shop and restaurant from pasta whisperer Michele Belotti is more often than not on that short list. It's a perfect blend of traditional and comforting with modern influences. Soft potato gnocchi is joined by a Bolognese sauce made of six meats, while wild boar sugo is soaked with grappa and sangiovese wine, then served with tagliatelle. It's not unheard of to see more pasta dishes on a table than diners around it.
5403 College Ave., Oakland, California, 94618, USA510-788–7890Known For
- Tortellini in brodo
- Vitello tonnato (beef with Sicilian tuna sauce)
- Strong Italian wines roster
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
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6. Chop Bar
$$ | Jack London Square | AmericanThe walls and tables are made of reclaimed wood at this small, stylish roadside gathering space whose knowing, tattooed bartenders serve potent cocktails. A great neighborhood joint for every meal of the day (including brunch), Chop Bar implements a farm-to-table concept and serves upmarket gastropub grub. On sunny days when the glass garage door is raised you'll feel like an insider who's stumbled upon an industrial neighborhood's cool secret.
247 4th St., at Alice St., Oakland, California, 94607, USA510-834–2467Known For
- Oxtail poutine
- House-made burgers
- Pork confit
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7. Daytrip
$$ | |A "fermentation-driven" restaurant sounds a bit odd, but you'll find a thrilling, umami-packed experience at this compact Temescal spot. With a disco ball overhead, you expect somebody to get up and dance with how groovy the vibe is. But the food and fresh, low-intervention wines are so great that nobody wants to shift their attention away from them.
4316 Telegraph Ave., Oakland, California, 94609, USAKnown For
- Signature celery salad
- Colorful wall mural and Rubik's Cube–like counter
- Miso butter pasta
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8. Doña Tomás
$$ | Temescal | MexicanA neighborhood favorite with bright red walls, authentic Mexican artwork, and a festive outdoor patio, this sunny spot in Oakland's Temescal District serves seasonal Mexican fare to a hip but low-key crowd. Margaritas and horchata abound; brunch is served on weekends.
5004 Telegraph Ave., near 51st St., Oakland, California, 94609, USA510-450–0522Known For
- Chiles rellenos and carnitas
- Courtyard patio
- Margaritas
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No dinner Sun. No lunch weekdays -
9. Horn BBQ
$$ | |It's hard to keep track of how many awards pitmaster Matt Horn has won at this point. After roving around the Bay Area for years as a pop-up with his smoker "Lucille," Horn set up shop permanently in West Oakland and has had lines out the door ever since. And for good reason—this is undoubtedly some of the greatest Texas-inspired barbecue on the West Coast. Of course, brisket is the signature here, but almost everyone tries multiple kinds of meats and sides. Make sure to come early and preferably on a weekday.
2534 Mandela Pkwy., Oakland, California, 94607, USA510-225–6101Known For
- Tender, irresistible smoked meats and sausages
- Best-in-class banana pudding
- Must-order pit beans on the side
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10. Pomet
$$ | |Many restaurants have direct relationships between nearby farms and the kitchen, but very few are truly co-owned. Here, with chef Alan Hsu at the helm in the kitchen, top-tier local produce is showcased in excellent contemporary Californian dishes. One of the co-owners also is part of the family that owns the renowned K&J Orchards, a supplier of top-tier produce to some of the Bay Area's greatest restaurants.
4029 Piedmont Ave., Oakland, California, 94611, USA510-450–2541Known For
- "ugly mushroom" pasta with locally made miso butter
- Salt-and-pepper quail
- Warm, quaint setting with a large open kitchen
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. No lunch
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