Destination Guide Refined by Californian Cuisine American (11) French (2) Italian (1) Mediterranean (4)
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Bay Wolf Cafe and Restaurant 3853 Piedmont Ave., Oakland, CA 94705 510.655.6004 |
founded in 1975 by chef-owner michael wild, who was influenced by the sunny cuisines of tuscany, provence, and spains basque country, this converted victorian house is home to pricey california cuisine that some consider... more
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Citron 5484 College Ave., Oakland, CA 94703 510.653.5484 |
college ave oakland, ca the scenefloral bouquets, soft yellow walls, velvet curtains and black-and-white photos create an understated elegance. although a restaurant this expensive could feel stuffy, citron is unpretenti... more
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Garibaldis on College 5356 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94703 510.595.4000 |
chef julia drori pleases discriminating diners using seasonal ingredients with a strong italian influence, as well as the occasional asian-fusion kiss. casual elegance abounds with a wood oven that spreads a hearty warmt... more
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Soizic 300 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94611 510.251.8100 |
in an airy converted warehouse, an inventive, often asian-influenced menu includes superlative salads (smoked trout with plums, hazelnuts, and endive dazzled one night) and delights like sake-soy marinated salmon fillet;... more
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Caffe Verbena 1111 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94609 510.465.9300 |
sister restaurant of the late, lamented gordons house of fine eats, verbena is virtually the only fine-dining option in downtown oakland. very good sophisticated, eclectic seasonal cooking; best dishes include the unusua... more
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Oaktown Cafe 499 9th St, Oakland, CA 94609 510.763.4999 |
the charm of an old downtown oakland corner is easily enjoyed by a mixed crowd of east bay locals through the two wall-sized corner windows of oaktown cafe. the restaurant retains a bit of the bygone era in a restored fl... more
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Jack's Bistro 10 Washington St, Oakland, CA 94611 510.836.3800 |
jacks bistro offers a unique dining experience featuring a wood-fired pizza oven and rotisserie, outdoor waterfront patio seating, nightly entertainment, and a specialty retail bakery with coffee and juice bar. this is a... more
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Mezze 3407 Lakeshore Ave., Oakland, CA 94611 510.663.2500 |
chic mezze offers inventive, complex pan-mediterranean fare thats a cut above average. unlike most cal-med restaurants in the area, mezze focuses on the food of the northeastern shores. service can be a little standoffis... more
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Lmno 827 Washington St. (Ninth St.), Oakland, CA 510.625.7990 |
the revitalization of downtown oakland is witnessed in a new crop of contemporary restaurants. lmno maybe the edgiest among them with its industrial decor, intriguing name and boldly designed menus. chef jeff murphy, who... more
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Montclair Bistro 6118 Medau Pl, Oakland, CA 94611 510.482.8282 |
montclair bistro brings upscale california cuisine and a casually elegant decor and service to the table. the wine list features over 150 varietals and regionals, displayed in a climate controlled wine room
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