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1. Burdell

4.3

Awesome(348)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Soul food • Oakland

Booked 22 times today

Burdell is a Soul Food restaurant in the Temescal neighborhood of Oakland from James Beard Finalist, Chef Geoff Davis.Named for and inspired by his maternal grandmother, Burdell, the restaurant reflects her love for well-set tables, entertaining guests, shared meals, and laughter. Burdell is centered on nostalgia, family recipes, thoughtful and sustainable sourcing, and the forgotten impact of Black farming, ranching, fishing, foraging, and culture on American cuisine and hospitality. The menu highlights farmers and artisans harvesting and creating excellent products around us. Paired with the food is a robust list of wine and beverages from producers around the World-focusing on wines that are farmed and crafted with care and sustainable practices.

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2. Fogo de Chao - Emeryville, CA

4.1

Excellent(354)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Emeryville

Booked 33 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

3. Jaji

4.7

Exceptional(120)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Afghan • Oakland

Booked 18 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.

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4. ACRE Kitchen and Bar

4.5

Awesome(797)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Oakland

Booked 38 times today

Right in the heart of Rockridge, Oakland, ACRE Kitchen & Bar is all about simple, seasonal food done right. Led by Chef Dirk Tolsma, we source from the best Northern California farms and purveyors to create dishes that are fresh, honest, and made to be shared.Our fresh ground brisket burger on a house-baked bun? A local favorite. The berbere-spiced fried chicken? Crispy, bold, and packed with flavor. Some dishes rotate with the seasons, but the commitment to great ingredients never changes.We work with FEED Sonoma Co-Op, Star Route Farms, Full Belly Farm, Monterey Fish, and Rocky’s Chicken to bring you the best of what’s local.Proudly awarded Gold for Best New Restaurant in the East Bay Express Best of the East Bay Awards, we’re here to serve up great food with a true taste of Northern California.*20% gratuity will be added to all parties 8 or more.

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5. Bardo Lounge & Supper Club

4.8

Exceptional(555)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Oakland

Booked 16 times today

Recommended in the MICHELIN Guide for California 2021-2025. Located in Oakland’s historic Grand Lake District, Bardo is a neighborhood lounge and restaurant inspired by the comfort and camaraderie of a mid-century dinner party. Drawing on the celebration and elegance of old school entertaining, we envisioned a space for friends and neighbors to enjoy amazing food, cocktails, conversation and great music. Our lounge is a swank living room, furnished with hand-picked finds from antique and vintage markets from Palm Springs to Portland. Our mezzanine dining room features a rotating menu of fresh, seasonal supper-fare with local and sustainably sourced meats, fish and produce. While we think the food, drinks and atmosphere are all great reasons to visit us, it’s the relationships with our friends, neighbors and guests that is the driving force behind Bardo.

6. Flores Emeryville

4.6

Exceptional(59)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Emeryville

Booked 6 times today

Flores is a three-time Michelin Bib Gourmand winning restaurant serving unique dishes that celebrate the diversity and complexity of Mexico's 31 states.Flores features traditional Mexican cuisine in a relaxed and vibrant setting that transports you to the beachside resorts of Mexico. Our bar features more than 50 rare and small-batch tequilas & mezcals, which we serve in handcrafted margaritas & creative cocktails. We offer complimentary tequila tastings every Thursday led by Luis Flores himself.Perfect for weekday lunches, happy hour, dinner date nights and weekend brunch, our gorgeous dining room features bay views and two private dining spaces. Our large outdoor patio is sundrenched, with umbrellas to shade from the heat & heaters to warm you when it's chilly. Come in for a meal, or host your next event with us at Flores! We'll make it memorable and celebratory with our authentic Mexican hospitality and bold flavors.

7. MUA

4.5

Awesome(1398)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Oakland

Booked 6 times today

MUA is known for its open atmosphere, eclectic décor, art events and, of course, its delicious food. Ideal for large parties or intimate gatherings, the spacious dining room creates a relaxed, casual vibe for guests to enjoy their meals. A large selection of wines, cocktails and beers make MUA a great spot for an evening out with friends. Family owned and run Mua was one of the first restaurants to open in what was then Auto Row in Oakland, in 2008. After their first 2 restaurants, Pastoral in Berkeley (first opened in 1982 while still students, 37 in the architecture program at Cal and San-Ju painting at SFAI) then later Soizic (Jack London Square, 1996), they wanted to shift gears from heavily curated menus to more comfort-based fare catering more to the eclectic and artistic community in Oakland. Today you’ll find people of all ages and backgrounds, from Too Short to Jerry Brown.

8. A16 Rockridge

4.5

Awesome(2409)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Oakland

Booked 17 times today

A16 is an upscale casual restaurant with a focus on Southern Italian food and wines. The restaurant features wood oven-fired Neapolitan Pizza and other specialties of Campania.Take out and Delivery available at A16pizza.com from 5:00pm-9:00pm.Closed on Mondays. For information about reserving the Private Dining Room please call the restaurant at 510.768.8003

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9. Creekwood Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1060)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Berkeley

Booked 12 times today

Creekwood Restaurant, located at 3121 Sacramento Street, officially opened its doors on Friday, November 16, 2018. The location spans 1,700 square feet, seats 50 inside and 20 people on the patio and will feature a California – Italian menu. The atmosphere is cozy, warmly lit, with wood paneled walls and custom lighting. We serve brunch on Saturday and Sundays as well! “We are thrilled to be a neighborhood restaurant serving our community. We have a great pizza oven and create custom Neapolitan style pizzas. Diners should come hungry and ready to enjoy freshly made pasta, meatballs, steak, lamb, seafood, salads and house made desserts all of which feature seasonal ingredients. We also have a wide selection of wine, beer and espresso drinks."

10. Skates on the Bay

4.5

Awesome(7619)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Berkeley

Booked 64 times today

Skates on the Bay is a beautiful and historic waterfront gathering place for fresh seafood and unmatched views of the San Francisco Bay, offering lunch, brunch and dinner dining year-round. Originally opened in 1984 in the Berkeley Marina, the reimagined Skates on the Bay now boasts a modern and stunning decor, a new Raw Bar, elegant Private Dining Room and innovative local-driven menus.

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anthony
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Jaji is truly a magical place. The service, food, cocktails and dessert were all unique and delicious. I can’t wait to return. I highly recommend treating yourself to an exceptional dining experience here!!
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JajiPrice: Expensive• Afghan• Oakland
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4.7
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Christina
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 29, 2025
The food was fantastic. Everything was fresh and the portions were large. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We will absolutely be back!!
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Flores EmeryvillePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Emeryville
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4.6
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NancyVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 27, 2025
We had great service. Everyone was very attentive which allowed us to do a lot of shared dishes that were all delicious! Thank you!!
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BurdellPrice: Very Expensive• Soul food• Oakland
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4.3
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Sameera
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 26, 2025
It’s excellent place for food and ambience great people
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PippalPrice: Moderate• Indian• Emeryville
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4.5
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Beth
San Francisco Bay Area •15 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 25, 2025
We had the best time here. For apps we ordered the brown butter brussel sprouts, guacamole and chips and no cheese Mac and cheese. The guacamole was the best I've ever had. For dinner we had the burger, blackened catfish and soft shelled poboy sandwich. Everything was delicious but I have to give props to our server. He was simply the best.
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MUAPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Oakland
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4.5

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