Suggestions for American Restaurant near City Center, Oakland

Bob L. • November 24, 2011Great hole in the wall joint....friendly service as well. Their fish sandwich is so tasty!

Adrian P. • February 17, 2016The squid salad is excellent and works perfectly with the potato pizza (add their house made chorizo). Ryan at the bar makes a great cocktail so give the salted negroni a try.

Almitra • February 18, 2010their irish coffees are AMAZING.

Michael L. • April 19, 2010Burger combos are a really good deal.

PJ G. • March 16, 2011Service is a little slow, but pork tenderloin is very good.

Thomas B. • May 8, 2014Buffet is really good but they used to have a full menu for breakfast... Oh well.

Nailphoria Day S. • January 27, 2012Let's just say the MUFFIN (blueberry) is our favorite!

Joy C. • August 17, 2012There's good improv here, and the Cambodian steak salad is tasty. The chocolate torte is spicy! If you get it, get it with ice cream!

Aisling • January 5, 2018We came for my birthday and had a fantastic time! Delicious churrasco, caipirinhas, and side options. Lovely staff. Get an extra order of pão de queijo, or just save room for the amazing steak!

Marise P. • March 24, 2013Lamb meatballs on an Acme roll... So good! Bring a scarf and extra layers tho, because this alley gets chilly at lunchtime.

Foodie M. • October 24, 2010Really good homemade food. The black bean soup is not vegi but it is amaaaazing.

Crispin M. • July 18, 2015Open late and right next to The Night Light. Had the Wild Alaskan Salmon Burger with Grilled Onions and Sliced Pickles last night and it was great and under $7.

Laura P. • January 5, 2014The lomo saltado was amazing!!! Good petit syrah too :-)

Joe C. • October 5, 2012The jerk chicken is my favorite, but everything on the menu is delicious! Be prepared for awesome food and super friendly service.

Brian S. • May 16, 2023Very good food and friendly service. I haven’t been for dinner but recommend them for brunch and large parties — they have many huge tables and tons of floor space. Deviled eggs are amazing.

SFGate • February 4, 2015Family affair Peruvian restaurant. Good dishes include potato fritters, seafood, caramel-filled cookies. Service is sweet.

Gabriel A. • July 26, 2023Tuesday night Karaoke hosted by Don Marcos is always fun. Drink specials and $1 tacos.