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Grand Lake Kitchen - Lake Merritt

Grand Lake Kitchen - Lake Merritt

Breakfast Spot and Deli$$$$
Adams Point, Oakland
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    Jennifer O.
    "Savory french toast was delicious!"(11 Tips)
    Kelan T.
    "Udi's gluten free bread available, pork belly hash was delicious."(5 Tips)
    Jessica
    "Ooh, they have Udi's gluten free bread delivered fresh every day!"(2 Tips)
    Stefanie B.
    "The breakfast sando was very delicious."(2 Tips)
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  • Caroline F.heart icon on user image
    Caroline FaureDecember 17, 2014
    Long wait on a Saturday morning, but it's worth it! Had poached eggs on French toast with arugula, wild mushrooms and optional Parma ham, so good! The location is also nice, near Lake Merritt
  • Brian S.heart icon on user image
    Brian StraussMarch 18, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Great deli salads and top notch sandwiches. Super good ingredients. One of the best outdoor lunch spots for dining near Lake Merritt.
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    bastylefilegirlFebruary 16, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    The savory French toast is one of the most amazing dishes I've eaten in a while. Get it! And they sell Crabbies Ginger Beer ( they are also a bodega)
  • Naomi M.heart icon on user image
    Naomi MichelleJuly 3, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Everything here is so delicious. Definitely start with some donuts and keep going until youve made it through the whole menu. I wholeheartedly recommend the chicken if you're here for dinner.
  • Hannabeth L.heart icon on user image
    Hannabeth LagerlofJune 23, 2017
    Just had the savory French toast, and my mind is blown. Definitely not what I was expecting - it is VERY savory with a lot of arugula! Honestly, I haven't had anything close to it before, it was 💯
  • J
    JFebruary 26, 2015
    I had the bellini of the day (peach bellini) and savory French toast. The entrée is really good - forking over the extra $2-$3 for the prosciutto is worth it!
  • Alex K.heart icon on user image
    Alex KimAugust 10, 2014
    Great brunch spot. I didn't mind the one hour wait time since the lake was right across the street. Just had a nice scenic walk with my lady and came back with a bigger appetite.
  • Amir B.heart icon on user image
    Amir BaharlouDecember 29, 2016
    The savory french toast was awesome, though the line certainly got lengthy. Bar seating was the way to go.
  • Shagun A.heart icon on user image
    Shagun AulakhDecember 5, 2014
    Had the savory French toast. Incredible. But if you're not a mushroom person, I wouldn't suggest it. Place is cozy and cute, in a great central location
  • Jessica
    JessicaFebruary 17, 2014
    Ooh, they have Udi's gluten free bread delivered fresh every day! When I buy Udi's at Trader Joe's, it's dry and unpalatable, but, here it tastes like real bread. Also they don't charge extra for it!
  • Lyzi D.heart icon on user image
    Lyzi DiamondDecember 24, 2016
    I love brunch here! The breakfast sandwich is delicious. But beware: you may have to wait quite a while for a table.
  • Ganesh R.heart icon on user image
    Ganesh RaoMay 29, 2017
    The only vegan option on the menu is The Obama Llama, with avocados which was delicious. Great ambiance.
  • Byron W.heart icon on user image
    Byron WilkesFebruary 9, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Love this place. Pork belly hash was delectable. Get a little avocado on the side ;)
  • J S.
    J SJuly 18, 2023
    Savory French toast was mid. Polenta was amazing.
  • Jenn C.heart icon on user image
    Jenn CaballeroJuly 9, 2016
    Everything is delicious, but try the savory French toast for something special
  • Tina D.heart icon on user image
    Tina DJuly 3, 2015
    Breakfast sando is very satisfying, mimosas and bellinis, good dinner dishes too.
  • Jeanine S.
    Jeanine ShimatsuJanuary 25, 2014
    Their pork belly hash is awesome. There's also this one super cute/nice server there on Saturdays..
  • Andrew C.heart icon on user image
    Andrew CassinJune 21, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    The breakfast sandwich is a perfect mix of ham, cheese, avocado and egg.
  • Giovanni B.heart icon on user image
    Giovanni Bryden RosasSeptember 29, 2013
    Sit on the sidewalk and watch the lake. The soft scrambled eggs are buttery and delicious.
  • Craig V.heart icon on user image
    Craig VillamorAugust 14, 2017
    French toast. Food looks better than it tastes. Portion sizes are very large.
  • ryan k.heart icon on user image
    ryan kingAugust 26, 2014
    Great brunch by the lake. The chilaquiles are flavorful and fulfilling.
  • Chelsea W.heart icon on user image
    Chelsea WindlingerAugust 27, 2014
    Dog friendly. Delicious breakfast. Going back to try the sandwiches!
  • Brian S.heart icon on user image
    Brian StraussFebruary 1, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Hella good Italian sando. Great roll!
  • Andrey S.heart icon on user image
    Andrey SMay 5, 2019
    Savory French toast with prosciutto
  • Stefanie B.
    The breakfast sando was very delicious. The ciabatta bread was fresh too!
  • Brandon A.heart icon on user image
    Brandon ArbiterOctober 12, 2019
    Been here 25+ times
    Tofu Bahn Mi is out of this world!
  • Lesli M.heart icon on user image
    Lesli MackFebruary 24, 2018
    Gumbo Hash, Pastrami on Rye and Tuna Mac
  • Felix S.heart icon on user image
    Felix SargentAugust 7, 2014
    The wait is long but worth it on the weekend. Great coffee.
  • Kelan T.heart icon on user image
    Kelan ThomasFebruary 18, 2014
    Udi's gluten free bread available, pork belly hash was delicious.
  • Jennifer P.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer PoreMay 2, 2019
    Great mimosa selection and happy hour specials!
  • Taylor D.heart icon on user image
    Taylor DolezalJune 23, 2017
    Every French Toast Combination is INCREDIBLE!!!
  • Amanda S.
    Amanda SNovember 11, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    They have warm fleece blankets to snuggle into while you enjoy your dinner outside.
  • Jennifer O.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer OrrJune 25, 2016
    Savory french toast was delicious!
  • Ashley M.heart icon on user image
    Ashley MowreyMarch 5, 2017
    I waited so long to get in. Got in. The service was average, the menu was bizarre and not what you'd expect for a brunch place. The French toast was average ☹️
  • Kristen Renée S.heart icon on user image
    Get the Homemade Donuts! Delish! ❣️
  • Zennie A.
    Zennie AbrahamNovember 17, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Order the Smoked Salmon Sandwich!!
  • Lam A.heart icon on user image
    Lam AnhFebruary 23, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    I loved the pork belly hash! So yummy!
  • Tammy A.
    Tammy AguinigaDecember 16, 2012
    The French toast is delicious. A must have.
  • Erik M.heart icon on user image
    Erik MoeFebruary 6, 2015
    Brunch? Get the savory french toast.
  • Sandra S.
    Sandra SuarezJuly 5, 2021
    Good flavor 😋 delicious 🤤
  • Cheryl M.heart icon on user image
    Cheryl MorelJune 19, 2016
    Smoked Salmon! Champaign Cocktail!
  • Shabihi Kojo G.heart icon on user image
    Shabihi Kojo GoldsbyMarch 10, 2013
    Savory French Toast was terrific
  • Zennie A.
    Zennie AbrahamJune 30, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Order The Obama Llama Vegan Sandwich!
  • Marshall S.
    Marshall St. ClairApril 2, 2015
    Chilaquiles are recommended
  • Ms H.
    Ms HeleneOctober 20, 2019
    Slow seating despite open tables but fast food service. Scrambled eggs on avocado toast $14. Skip cappuccino $4.
  • Mark M.
    Mark MancaoMarch 10, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    The chilaquiles is tasty!
  • Gary G.
    Gary GonzalezDecember 17, 2013
    Pork Belly Hash. That is all.
  • Marc G.
    Marc GalindoFebruary 23, 2014
    Great chilaquiles!
  • Billy S.heart icon on user image
    Billy SeolMarch 22, 2015
    Do you enjoy waiting 2+ hours for underwhelming food? Then this is the spot for you!
  • Claireheart icon on user image
    ClaireMarch 22, 2015
    They never care about customers. I waited 1 hour to sit, and 1 hour to eat! Finally I ate some foods but it was not delicious at all!!!
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