Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near North Oakland, Oakland

Serious Eats • February 6, 2015A bright and pleasant spot for crispy and fresh fish tacos.

Becca H. • October 8, 2015Pizza is amazing. Bread with sesame in the crust and butter is also amazing.

Matt M. • June 9, 2018Delicious vegetarian deep dish, including their main event with spinach and mushroom covered in a chunky tomato sauce.

Vanessa V. • September 14, 2013have to try the mango salad and the tea leaf salad! so yummy!!

Jason B. • August 26, 2019Pork Verde Tacos! Period

Annalynn • April 1, 2016Three Africans (hot/cold). NoLa iced coffee, cold brew, and mochas are delicious!

Scott R. • April 9, 2017Try the pizza - it's uniquely thin and crispy with a crust that's slightly sweet / fried. Creative seasonal toppings were pleasing.

Kait G. • May 13, 2016Montreal-style bagels that are totally worth the wait. Get the smoked trout salad too.

Jaemie P. • October 9, 2012The saddleback brownie is heaven on Earth. The Fenton's Special is a good second choice as well.

Kate F. • February 3, 2017Always a line for dinner, but it's worth it. ooey gooey mac and cheese hits the spot.

Greg V. • March 2, 2014Pan Fried Sea Bass with creamed Brussels sprouts. Outstanding!

Mandy B. • April 27, 2012Try the Ethiopian - Amazing combo of vegetarian & meat combination platters

Raymond L. • May 5, 2021Love the tofu soup. Galbitang also good. Pancakes excellent. Fried chicken meh

Trish C. • March 9, 2021Top notch coffee but don’t miss the housemade scones. Best I’ve had on the west coast.

Megan Allison • March 13, 2018Adorable, neighborhood-y, kid friendly spot with good burgers, a fried chicken sandwich & decent fries.

Steve K. • November 16, 2022Their toro mini hand rolls are 👌

Bridget G. • February 13, 2022The tasting menu was divine - especially with the wine pairing. Favorites included the amouse Bouche, beluga caviar and champagne pairing, cured egg yolk and bread dish, and the pb souffle

The Taste Sheriff • January 15, 2018Finally, proper pasta in the Bay Area. Try the one with duck and orange zest and the risotto. The tartare is overrated. Fantastic food and reasonable prices. Book ahead.

Robin D. • January 18, 2013Anything on the special menu is worth it! Also, leftovers make a great hash with some eggs.

Alex D. • October 27, 2018I rate Kingfish highly - one of the best dives in the Bay Area and fantastic for sports.

Jacqueline L. • September 19, 2022Expect Michelin-dining volume-to-price ratios. 20% tip included. Come here a few minutes before opening to guarantee a seat (max party size 6)

Tasting Table • July 13, 2012Get a slice of the heirloom-tomato Margherita and enjoy the crust's sourdough base:

Brian S. • June 30, 2017Really nice flat iron steak. Cleaner, slightly more refined version of Wood Tavern.

Cesar A. • October 21, 2019Awesome backyard, great food! Great music, especially great BLUES on Mondays!!

Martha H. • October 7, 2015CRAZY delicious ice cream. Intense, real flavor; incredibly creamy texture. In a word: Yum.

pj c. • September 3, 2011Salads are always amazing and the butcher block is the perfect cholesterol rush after spending quality time with my PT

Jason J. • July 12, 2014The apple fritters are doughy delights. The secret is to go after 11am on weekends after they are freshly made.

Emmy A. • April 22, 2013They have karaoke on Saturday nights. It's not hopping, but it's a fun time for a group of friends. Drink Sea Dog Blueberry Ale--sweet and refreshing like a wild Maine blueberry!

SherryJoon • June 12, 2013Food & service were great. I loved the fried dough pizza ..delish! Try all the desserts. You can't go run.

Evangeline B. • January 16, 2014Get a small SOY mocha. Amazingly good!