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1. Popoca

4.7

Exceptional(84)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Oakland

Booked 15 times today

Popoca is a Salvadoran-inspired restaurant in the heart of Oakland. Popoca means “to emit smoke” in Nawat, the language of native people of El Salvador who stoked wood fires to prepare food over a comal for their families. Revered as more than just a means of cooking, smoke represents a prayer or offering to the spirits.Popoca is a mix of heritage and play. Our food is driven by preserving past, creating something new and uniquely Oakland. After years of pop-ups, Popoca has its own digs in the Old Oakland neighborhood, where the pupusas, chicken with fermented pineapple sauce, and other Cali-Salvadoran specialties are happily devoured.

2. Bocanova

4.4

Awesome(87)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Oakland

Booked 5 times today

Bocanova is a Pan-American Grill & Restaurant celebrating new world ingredients, many of which are often associated with the old world because of their heavy influence on our favorite European cuisines.Where would Italy be without corn (polenta) and tomatoes, or Ireland without potatoes, or France without haricots vert and pole beans all of which originated in the new world. What would Asian cuisine be without peppers and rice and this is just the tip of the iceberg. We aim To celebrate the bounty of New World ingredients through the creative interpretation of indigenous dishes from South, Central and North America.To provide a casual environment that encourages our guests to nourish both body and soul through the sharing of meals with friends and family.

3. Oeste

4.5

Awesome(68)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Oakland

Booked 19 times today

Oeste is a 100 seat bar and kitchen with a rooftop deck, located in the heart of Old Oakland. At Oeste, we are committed to providing an inviting and inclusive atmosphere, offering food for the soul, and pouring the highest quality spirits, wines and beers. We offer exemplary dishes by focusing on fresh, organic and sustainably farmed ingredients, fusing California cuisine with Latin, Southern and Asian influences. Enjoy one of our signature tap margaritas while lounging on the deck or watching a Warriors game at the bar. Come solo or with friends and family and enjoy what Oeste has to offer!

4. Saucy Oakland

4.8

Exceptional(167)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Oakland

Booked 4 times today

Saucy Oakland features fun and delicious Pan-Asian dishes like the Thai Corndog, Hamachi spoons, soy-braised beef short ribs, and garlic noodles. Enjoy our original dishes with a selection of premium sake, sake spritzers, wine, beer, soft drinks, and tea. We are currently accepting reservations for lunch (Tue-Fri) for parties of 5 or more. We currently DO NOT offer TABLE SERVICE for lunch. We hope to provide this service in the future. Please order at the counter when you arrive.Happy Hour and Dinner (Wed-Sat).Brunch on Sundays from 11-2:30PM Saucy Oakland is a fun and creatively driven project put together by locals Chef Tony and Jenni in 2015. They've partnered up their passion for food to deliver their take on a fun concept that focuses on friends mingling over great food.

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5. Attraros Thai Eatery

4.7

Exceptional(6)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Thai • Oakland

Attraros in Thai, means "aesthetic & beautiful flavors," and that's precisely what we offer at our restaurant and we're so excited to share our dishes with you! Our menu pays tribute to the flavors of our heritage, and the culinary gems we've discovered over the years. Every dish is crafted with fresh & intense ingredients, delivering pure bliss with each bite in an inviting, modern and cozy atmosphere. So, come with us on a culinary adventure, where every forkful tells a story of Thailand's rich and vibrant food traditions:)

6. Iron & Oak

3.8

Excellent(50)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Oakland

Iron and oak are two of the most iconic elements associated with Oakland. Iron references the shipyards and commerce that have kept Oakland relevant on a global scale throughout history, while oak refers to the fabled groves from which the city derives its name. Chef Boman Tam as a Oakland native was inspired by the diversity of our community and created dishes to show case and celebrate local and seasonal ingredients.Please note, we only take only reservations for 6-12 guests. Parties of 1-5 guests are reserved for walk in only. Topgolf Swing Suite - Located in our BarThe Topgolf Swing Suite is featuring one simulator bay and a variety of virtual games – including the popular Topgolf target game, Zombie Dodgeball, Hockey Shots, Baseball Pitching Carnival Classic and more – paired with comfortable lounge seating, HDTVs and food and beverage service. For reservations go to - https://oaklandmarriottcitycenter.247activities.com/

7. Jaji

4.7

Exceptional(111)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Afghan • Oakland

Booked 22 times today

Founded by Sophia Akbar and Paul Iglesias. It marks their debut Afghan concept and is a celebration of the rich flavors and traditions of Afghan culture, reimagined for today’s world. The restaurant is a tribute to Akbar’s ancestral Pashtun tribe and her grandfather’s last name, honoring the resilience and stories of Afghan-American heritage.

8. Yoshi's Oakland

4.6

Exceptional(8392)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Oakland

Booked 41 times today

Yoshi's has served Japan's best traditional dishes to Bay Area patrons since 1972. The menu highlights artfully arranged sushi, fresh grilled seafood, classic Japanese dishes, and vegetarian fare. Patrons can kick off their shoes in the traditional Japanese tatami seating or dine at tables. Expert sushi chefs create sushi and sashimi to order either in the restaurant or in the jazz house. Start the evening in the cocktail lounge before dinner or have a nightcap after taking in a show in the jazz house.

A photo of Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine- Oakland restaurant

9. Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine- Oakland

4.7

Exceptional(233)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Thai • Oakland

Booked 19 times today

Not your typical Thai! We are a Thai New Generation restaurant focusing on bringing you adventurous, bold flavors of traditional and non-traditional dishes using the freshest ingredients. Look out for our nightly specials from regional home cooked dishes to market fried grasshoppers. We are consistently voted the "Best Thai Restaurant" in San Francisco by Michelin Bib Gourmand 2016 - 2019. The Best Thai Restaurant. San Francisco, Oakland, Menlo Park, Berkeley and Portland.

10. Smellys

4.5

Awesome(117)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Oakland

Booked 18 times today

Full Service restaurant that specializes in Soulfusion.

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Ivy
New York City •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious. Slow service to start but ultimately great.
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PopocaPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Oakland
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4.7
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susana
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
We were a grow of five, and everyone had a different meal. Everyone was very happy with their choice. The scallops were beautifully cooked, both in the salad and in the cioppino. We tried all 5 appetizers and enjoyed them all, especially the Brussels sprouts and the duck tostadas. None of them was too spicy, and we had some delicate palates including a child. Service was outstanding, and our leftovers were brought in a compostable cardboard container!
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BocanovaPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Oakland
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4.4
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andrea
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Super tasty and great service! Did the prix fix - totally worth it!
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Saucy OaklandPrice: Moderate• Asian• Oakland
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4.8
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AmandA
Hawaii •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
Fantastic experience and vibe. The food was amazing.
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OestePrice: Moderate• American• Oakland
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4.5
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Hoang
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 5, 2025
Amazingly good food!!! The green leaf wraps were my favorite appetizers - what a collective pop of flavors!
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Attraros Thai EateryPrice: Moderate• Thai• Oakland
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4.7

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