Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Oaksterdam, Oakland

Camden T. • December 14, 2015All of the dry and wet seasonings for the fried chicken are amazing, but if you're getting a rice bowl, the BBQ sauce is the best option by far. Also, get the deviled avocado when it's in season!

Brian S. • February 20, 2022Excellent New York style bagels. The onion ones in particular were outstanding. Don’t forget to lox them up!

Kelli J. • May 21, 2013Fresh Squeezed Greyhounds. Pace yourself if thats possible, these are strong drinks! Great funky decor. Reminds me of New Orleans. Beer selection is lacking. More of a cocktail bar. good jazz.

Eve K. • March 6, 2020Got a delivery late afternoon on a Sunday and food arrived hot and fresh ! Chicken was crazy flavorful and very tender . The garlic naan was soft and fluffy and tasted great .

Adrian P. • May 28, 2016An amazing selections of wines to taste, by the glass or bottle. Cheese and charcuterie are available alongside sandwiches and dips. Perfect way to unwind after work. Still thirsty? Get a bottle to go

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

Troy F. • June 1, 2015Possibly the best bar staff in the city and certainly the most engaging. Precision-made craft cocktails offered without pretension to a friendly, diverse crowd gathered in a prime downtown location.

Sabina T. • December 20, 2012Best Mocha I've ever had and the kale quiche was yummy.

Andrew B. • June 25, 2016French Toast & Bacon cupcakes. It's true.

LeVan G. • December 11, 2015This was my first time at this new spot. The fried chicken sandwich was delicious and the staff are very friendly. It appears the menu changes monthly.

Max M. • September 11, 2019We had the green curry with a hard boiled egg and the shrimp pad Thai. Perfect order!

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

djs • June 11, 2017The best!!! Sabzi Challow (with lamb) - lamb leg with spinach, Kubideh - cumin cotlets, Kadu Bolani - squash onion stuffed pancake. And doogh to drink - yogurt drink with pickles!

Ashley M. • November 19, 2017So fancy, so glamorous, so hip. The Miranda may have an averagely unique cocktail menu, but it does have a cozy and formidable lounge vibe that I love.

michelle m. • October 14, 2013Don't leave without a grilled cheese. The cooks will make you whatever you like, so don't be afraid to ask for something off the menu.

Mohit S. • November 8, 2014The chille relleno with carnitas is fantastic. Perfect mix of soft, juicy pork with delicious vegetables.

The CA Honeydrops • April 10, 2014Chicken pho is super fresh. Vermicelli dishes are killer!

Desmond B. • December 12, 2015Gyro is tasty, if a little messy. Very good service too.

Kayla D. • November 27, 2012Delicious food. Try their specials!

_ • October 13, 2014Beef yassa wrap with plantains! I would pass on the fish kabob.

Natalie B. • September 5, 2021Nice 100% plant-based coffee and bakery—the maple glazed donut did not disappoint

Ellen M. • December 8, 2015Super delicious sandwiches and soups. I had a bowl of chicken and dumpling soup and it was absolutely scrumptious. Everything's super fresh, and the staff is very friendly.

Rob S. • August 6, 2014The staff is always polite and they've got a great playlist for the background music. You have to ask for the Wi-Fi password.

Alice • February 18They have brunch on the weekends. Shrimp and grits are out of this world! Very flavorful. They also have non-alc cocktails.

Megu K. • February 21, 2021Fried chicken, fried okra 👍🏽

Bella K. • November 17, 2021Chips and salsa. Salsa verde. The other one was a little to hot for me. The steak and chicken tacos are 👌🏾

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!