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Commis Dining Room, Oakland, CA
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Commis Dining Room

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$50 and over
Californian
3859 Piedmont Avenue, Oakland, CA 94611

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Innovative
Commis in Oakland is a Two-Star Michelin rated fine dining restaurant by James Beard Foundation Nominated Chef James Syhabout that serves a multi-course Tasting Menu.

Diners at Commis are invited to linger for 2.5 to 3 hours over an multi-course meal in a warm, comfortable and relaxing dining room appointed by glowing glass light pendants, dark furniture, bare walnut tables, dim lit candles and floral arrangements.

Delivered by the attentive service staff and sommeliers, the cuisine of Commis showcases some of the best Northern California ingredients that are in season through modern and classic cooking techniques. The cuisine aims to bridge the flavors, textures and temperatures of the East and West with every course with the intention to excite and satisfy.


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Executive chef: James Syhabout

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    MICHELIN 2 Stars2024
  • Award icon
    MICHELIN 2 Stars2023

From the OpenTable editors: Ever-changing menus take center stage at chef James Syhabout’s intimate Commis, the East Bay’s only two-starred MICHELIN restaurant. Expect dishes that spotlight local ingredients with Southeast Asian influences, like the fan-favorite slow-poached egg yolk with smoked dates and onion cream, all in a modern 12-seat space that feels like you’re eating in someone’s cool living room.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Fri 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (510) 653-3902
  • Website
    http://www.commisrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us for information about private events.
  • Location
    3859 Piedmont Avenue, Oakland, CA 94611
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 2 Stars 2024
    2. MICHELIN 2 Stars 2023
  • Neighborhood
    Oakland
  • Cross street
    Rio Vista
  • Parking details
    There is parking on Piedmont Avenue and surrounding streets. There is also a parking lot located one block from the restaurant on the corner of Piedmont Avenue and Yosemite.
  • Public transit
    Nearest Bart Station: MacarthurTaxis are often available outside the station for a quick ride to our restaurant.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Dining Room Reservation - $259 Per Guest

    $100.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Commis is a Two-Michelin Star rated fine dining restaurant destination located in Oakland by Chef James Syhabout. We offer a multi-course tasting menu for $259 per person. An optional global beverage pairing is available for $119 per person. A $100 per guest security deposit is collected upon booking the reservation. The deposit will be credited towards your final check after your experience at the restaurant. Pricing is exclusive of a 20% service charge CANCELLATION POLICY *For cancellations, please call or email the restaurant at least 48 hours in advance and we will issue a full refund. The reservation cannot be changed, rescheduled or refunded within 2 days of your reservation date. Policy applies to COVID related cancellations.

Menu

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What 1,231 people are saying

Commis Dining Room reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Good for special occasions

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Californian

  • East Bay

    Best Food

  • East Bay

    Best Service

  • East Bay

    Innovative

  • East Bay

    Great for fine wines

  • East Bay

    Good for special occasions

  • East Bay

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Commis Dining Room offers an "outstanding dining experience" with "impeccable service" and a "creative and well-executed" menu. Guests appreciate the "knowledgeable and friendly staff" and recommend the wine pairings, which are "worth every penny." The ambiance is cozy, and the dishes are "beautifully presented," making it a memorable choice for special occasions.
1,231 Reviews

  1. James VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area65 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Commis consistently serves outstandingly good food. One of the best in the Bay Area.

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  2. Veronica VIP

    New York City31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Impeccable service includes attentiveness, knowledgable and friendly staffs, the wine pairing enhanced both the food and the wine, creating more enjoyable experience. Thanks to the whole team of Commis for making our birthday celebration more special.

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  3. Ryan

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A combination of dishes that push your pallet in yet feel right at home. I highly recommend an earlier reservation times as you get to see the chefs in action and can pick your waiters’s brain without feeling needy. Also, splurge for the wine pairing, worth every penny. 

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  4. Quinn VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Commis. I have been there several of time and each time felt like the first. Service is so professional but not pretentious. The servers not only are passionate about the food, but their knowledge of the food and preparations were impressive. I was always treated like a guest and not a customer. And the bread! I’d book the dinner just to get the bread.

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  5. L VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful and creative meal, outstanding service. We greatly enjoyed the evening.

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  6. Robert

    San Francisco Bay Area12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Outstanding food and great service! Don’t hesitate to get the beverage pairing!

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  7. Mei hua

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I finally got the reservation for myself to celebrate my birthday, even though it was 2 weeks ago. I could not get a seat at the time. I am so glad to have a special evening treating myself to a wonderful belated birthday dinner. The staff were all so professional. I got a birthday card with all their initials, and a few beautiful sweets with a birthday candle. It feels so special. I really appreciate their thoughtfulness and efforts. The food were delicious and so delicately made, each like a piece of art. Thank you Commis. Highly recommended!

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  8. Jack VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The tasting course dining experience was amazing! The wine tasting addition is a must!

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  9. Franklyn

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the beginning to the end I noticed that every employee knows the reason to be there: to serve and provide a high end quality service. The team really make you feel special. Little details as to walk you to the bathroom, explain the wine history before you drink and the intricate fabrication of the food. The postcard signed by the staff for my girlfriend birthday. Lot of details and they cover all. THANK YOU for ana amazing night.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Sevi VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area35 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant decor was modern and clean. The servers polite, informative and accommodating and well dressed. We were celebrating my husband’s birthday and he got a few surprise “gifts” during dinner. He found an insect crawling on his food. He took a video of the little guy zipping along. When we told our server, the dish was replaced with many apologies. Next, the crab contained a sharp shell and hen gristle attached to bone necessitated he spit into his napkin. We understand these things happen time and again. It’s not a huge deal but for $1000 for 2, there was no value and we were glad it was just us and we weren’t hosting guests. We had a good time, laughed a lot, we enjoyed the interesting food presentations and tastes. The wine pairing definitely enhanced the flavors. However, at the end of the experience I asked my husband to look around and take it all in because we probably won’t be back.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Commis Dining Room is rated 4.8 stars by 1231 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  5. Oakland

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Commis Dining Room

3859 Piedmont Avenue, Oakland, CA 94611

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 2 Stars 2024
    2. MICHELIN 2 Stars 2023
  • Cross street
    Rio Vista
  • Neighborhood
    Oakland
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Fri 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    There is parking on Piedmont Avenue and surrounding streets. There is also a parking lot located one block from the restaurant on the corner of Piedmont Avenue and Yosemite.
  • Public transit
    Nearest Bart Station: MacarthurTaxis are often available outside the station for a quick ride to our restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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