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Spinning Bones, Alameda, CA
Award-winning

Spinning Bones

4.5 (325)
$30 and under
American
1205 Park St, Alameda, CA 94501

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Healthy
Spinning Bones is a California rotisserie Michelin Bib Gourmand rated restaurant that specializes in roasted meats with bold flavors. The focus of the menu is slow roasted meats: poultry, pork and beef, rotating on spits over high heat, and basting in their own natural juices. The rest of the menu is comprised of shareable appetizers, vegetarian side dishes, and healthier salads with vegan dressings. The principle of the menu is straight-forward: quality products that are prepared minimally and cooked thoughtfully. Spinning Bones is a brunch and dinner spot for Alameda people by Alameda people. It is a casual neighborhood restaurant open 5 days-a-week for sit down dining, take-out, and large party catering. Spinning Bones strives to be a common area for the residents of the East Bay to come together and engage in conversation and camaraderie over great food and drink.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Meat, Rotisserie Chicken
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Visit https://www.spinningbones.com/catering or Email: catering@spinningbones.com for inquiries
  • Private party facilities
    View website for details
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Alameda
  • Cross street
    San Jose Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Intersection of Park St. and San Jose Ave.
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 325 people are saying

Spinning Bones reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • East Bay

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Spinning Bones offers a delightful dining experience with "exceptional food and service." Highlighting family-style shared dishes, the restaurant boasts a "welcoming ambiance" and "reasonably priced" menu. Standout dishes include the "BEST prime rib," roasted cauliflower, and delicious small plates. While service occasionally varies, the majority of patrons find it a "treat" and "highly recommended."
325 Reviews
  1. Rachel

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    1.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    We were sat without a word from the employee, then sat without anything for 15 minutes. We were the only table inside and there were 3 tables outside. S table of 6 was sat after us inside and then their order was started while we still sat there without even a hello. So we decided to leave. We told both servers we’re gonna go ahead and leave because no one took care of us and I received a very bored sounding “oh sorry about that”. Being ignored and the tone of her voice showing she didn’t care, has me responding with - are you really? But then we left without the staff saying anything else. We’re very sorry we weren’t welcome there because we were excited to try the many things on the menu. It didn’t feel good to be treated so rudely but we found another restaurant on Park Street and had a delicious meal.

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  2. Lindsay

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Was recommended this restaurant by our Airbnb host. Had a lovely last night of holiday meal. Well worth going to.

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  3. George

    San Francisco Bay Area25 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    great variety! will come again for sure. service could have been a bit better.

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  4. LeDoux

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was delicious! The waiters were attentive and checked on us regularly filling water and asking if we needed anything. You have to try the roasted cauliflower.

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  5. Judith

    San Francisco Bay Area10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delightful restaurant emphasizing family style shared dishes! Indoor and outdoor dining hidden away from the street traffic in Alameda. Mostly meat dishes but some vegetarian options. We went for lunch at opening (11:30 AM). Not crowded.

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  6. Susan

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We came for the prime rib on Sunday and that was still tasty along with their potatoes! The signature chicken was dry. Most of the wait staff were new and didn’t know or understand service, no refill on eaters and we left the dishes from our entrees in a pile because no one removed them when we were done. Hope they start training their new staff.

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  7. GLORIA

    Las Vegas5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    very nice environment and crew are really nice. chicken is not cooked

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  8. Sharemymeal

    San Francisco Bay Area9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came to celebrate a birthday and our group really enjoyed ourselves! Staff were super nice and friendly. We ordered the corn fritters, beet salad, cauliflower, double Dutch platter, tri tip, and the tsukune sando. Also French toast for the table! Everything was delicious and the only issue was the chicken was a little dry. But the birthday boy didn’t complain and he loved it all! We’ve had the tasty Sunday prime rib in the past and will be back again!

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  9. Gerard

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food, as always! That’s why I always keep coming back. This time I brought a friend and she loved it as well, and I’m sure she will be back.

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  10. Lisa

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service. Food was excellent experience as noted “Check Please.”

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FAQs

Spinning Bones offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (510) 263-9290.

Spinning Bones is rated 4.5 stars by 325 OpenTable diners.

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

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  4. East Bay
  5. Alameda

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Spinning Bones

1205 Park St, Alameda, CA 94501

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Cross street
    San Jose Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Alameda
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Meat, Rotisserie Chicken
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Intersection of Park St. and San Jose Ave.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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