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Z Cafe & Bar, Oakland, CA

Z Cafe & Bar

4.8 (389)
$30 and under
Californian
2735 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for happy hour
The best happy hour in Oakland featuring over 100 vodkas. Serves Scratch-made American Cuisine for Lunch & Dinner. Party Space. The menu changes seasonally to provide flavors at their peak. Z Cafe & Bar carries over 100 vodka selection and offer a variety of hand shaken specialty martinis.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 11:00 am–2:30 pm Tue–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Oakland
  • Cross street
    27th street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    19th St Oakland BART Station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 389 people are saying

Z Cafe & Bar 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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Best Value

  • East Bay

    Best Service

  • East Bay

    Best Value

  • East Bay

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Z Cafe & Bar offers an all-around delightful dining experience, with "outstanding food" and "impeccable service." The diverse menu is both "basic and delicious," featuring generous portions at reasonable prices. The "warm, friendly, and attentive" staff enhance the cozy atmosphere. Perfect for any occasion, it's a must-visit spot!
389 Reviews
  1. Carla VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area24 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Leemaar is a wonderful server, and we were pleased to have him wait on us again. He is very polite, efficient and has a great sense of humor! He is an asset to your establishment. Everyone has been great there, but he is exceptional

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  2. charity VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and wonderful service. Will definitely be back!

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  3. Kathleen

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent pre-theatre ecperience! Put Z Cafe on your list!

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  4. Millicent

    San Francisco Bay Area9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    "Catch-Up" Lunch with Daughter-in-Law... Food was outstanding and service was impeccable! The experience rates a "5"....

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  5. Sylvia

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was great. Our server was fantastic. All hands on deck as far as making sure we were happy. Great great food.

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  6. Vicky

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were 3 friends with varying appetites and taste preferences and we each enjoyed our meal. The service was friendly and great. Would return again. And we could hear each other!

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  7. Ronnie

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Z Cafe is a wonderful restaurant. The food is basic and delicious. what a joy to read a menu without having to pull out my phone to look up every other word. Portions are generous and reasonably priced. The kitchen is willing to accommodate special requests. The staff is warm, friendly and attentive without being overbearing or obsequious. Last night I have the Cattle Burger, which included a side of fries. The fries were crispy and the burger prepared as I requested. In my book, Z Cafe gets a 10 out of 10.

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  8. Lexine

    San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have always loved Z Cafe... excellent service, good food with a diverse menu, and large portions. One never has to wait for a table and the space reminds me of restaurants in New York, large and open feeling. I love the restaurant.

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  9. LisaB

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was great and attentive & food was delicious. We will be visiting this cute restaurant again. Had a great experience!

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  10. Boston VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area365 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First visit this year, nice to know all my old favorites are still there and still TASTY!!!

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FAQs

Z Cafe & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (510) 451-2905.

Z Cafe & Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 389 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 1 time today
Google Map for Z Cafe & Bar

2735 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612

Additional information

  • Cross street
    27th street
  • Neighborhood
    Oakland
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 11:00 am–2:30 pm Tue–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    19th St Oakland BART Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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