Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Oaksterdam, Oakland

Maggie S. • January 29, 2017This is such a cool spot! They have food and drinks, as well as TVs to watch the game. I had a really tasty hot cider. The beer choices are very nice!

Viradel P. • May 9, 2013Delicious drinks and unique in the inside.

Angie C. • September 12, 2020Matzo ball soup with challah toast is the ultimate comfort food!

Staff Picks • July 2, 2014Unwind after a busy work day at the newly opened Drexl bar in the Oakland. The bar has an impressive cocktails list and 8 craft-beers on tap as well.

Neil B. • June 28, 2015Make sure to try the Dutch crunch bread. It's one of their specialties.

🐍Ssstephanie • February 7, 2019Beautiful new Japanese vinyl bar inspired space in Uptown

Lisa R. • September 16, 2021Get the tomato cocktail. All the food is great - menu smaller so go with a group to try it all.

Brian S. • February 12, 2020A double ristretto shot and a tahini chocolate chip cookie for the win.

Vihang M. • July 17, 2022Outstanding beers! All around amazing Belgians, Sours and IPAs. Couldn’t be happier that they opened up in Oakland!

Justin S. • September 6, 2015Huge portions. A friendly staff. A great setting on the deck in the shade in Preservation Park. Get there between 11:30 and 12 ahead of the lunch rush.

Jesse A. • October 27, 2014Absolutely incredible veggie food. Eat here. Trust me. Everything we ordered was great and we orders a lot. Only place in the Bay Area that can compare is Garden Fresh in Palo Alto.

Brian S. • February 12, 2020Diggin the kale salad and the Big Sur Melt (grilled cheese with gulf shrimp).

_ • February 7, 2015Get half orange honey aioli and garlic miso!

Roko F. • February 14, 2020Very good Indian food, and a much needed addition to the DT Oakland. Chicken tika masala, veggie pakora, and assorted nans-- Everything was excellent. Recommend ordering "SPICY".

Randy W. • September 24, 2011Pho is awesome. Served with raw beef that cooks in the delicious broth.

Claire S. • October 6, 2016Awesome focaccia bread with toppings (the kale and pesto was so delicious!)

Alena P. • August 9, 2013I love this place! Service is great, it's affordable, and the food is superb. Handmade noodles are awesome and it seemed like the dumplings were also handmade.

Joseph B. • July 18, 2018Cookie ice cream sandwich. Guinness ice cream. Cinnamon crunch ice cream.

Kait G. • May 13, 2016Food court / incubator in Oakland. Get the oysters at The Cook and Her Farmer, the split-pea fritters at Miss Ollie's, the wild shrimp tacos at Cosecha, and the matcha affogato at B-Dama.

Robert H. • January 9, 2018Amazing flights of Spanish Rosés with lovely food. Lovely staff who are warm and knowledgeable of their wines.

Jackie L. • May 8, 2016Sandwiches here are worth every penny. I recommend trying out the weekly special if you're ever curious!

Alexandra J. • July 18, 2023Friendly service, great food and vibes, and one of the best mai tais I’ve ever had! Bartenders are super cool too.

Thomas G. • July 6, 2016Amazing decor with containers and reclaimed wood from the Oakland port. Plus yummy cocktails and cool owners! Oakland's best new (gay) bar...

Paul G. • October 9, 2016Fish and carnitas! Delicious! Friendly service too.

Chi N. • September 23, 2011#10 banh cuon house special is good.

Lee M. • October 31, 2011The cocktail buns are awesome. Sweet, creamy coconut filling, and super cheap. You'll probably want to get an extra one for later tonight.

Michelle . • March 18, 2017the grilled lemongrass pork is my favorite :). great salads, too.

Derek T. • March 2, 2021Best Detroit style pizza in the Bay Area.

Jennifer H. • November 16, 2016One of the few places in the Bay Area with Pyramid Hefeweizen on tap.

Adrian P. • December 3, 2015Get the fried chicken skillet. The chicken is fantastic & comes with a pretty spicy hot sauce. Also greens and potato salad. The cornmeal fritters are also a sweet and delicious way to start your meal