The best Restaurants in Oakland ranking of January 2025
2166 restaurant menus in Oakland, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
"Great service! Food was delicious! I would recommend it to friends and family! Will definitely be eating here..."
Nicole Marie Barnes
"The Cowboy was awesome and the onion rings melt in your..."
Allen Garfinkle
"They have a variety of beef, chicken, and turkey burgers. Beer battered Onion Rings, Curley fries, and more. If your wondering: Better than Jack In..."
Arthur Alexander III
"Bacon Bleu burger is amazing! Put Frank's on it and call it a..."
Sara Philpott
"Best fries anywhere. And I love their veggie..."
Gar McVey-Russell
"So yummy!! I LOVE their veggie burger and all their milk shakes! And the staff is awesome!! See you soon..."
Jazmin Friedman
"Love this place!!!! Great prices great people running it! The BEST burgers in the East Bay! :)..."
Hailee Marie Grey
"My first experience at flip's was great. I first went there on March 16th of this year and it was great. I got their original california burger combo..."
Lamar Sanford
"Good burgers with a wide selection of toppings. Personally they have some of my favorite fries and good shakes to top it..."
b0be the Y
"Excellent burgers. Not at all greasy. Great portions. Curly fries are always the absolute best. In terms of burger joints, I will pick this one any..."
Jonathan Ruffier
"Omg I really really love this spot!! I had the California sensation with chicken breast, comes with avocado, red onion, tomatoes, sprouts and..."
Rachel Velarde
"Went to San Francisco for the weekend and met up with family staying in Oakland and decided to drop in for a burger. Everyone was completely..."
Lloyd Allen
"Flipside is a great local burger shop. While their specialty is undoubtedly burgers / fries (curly is my preference), they also have some chicken..."
"Oriental BBQ Chicken Town serves up some amazing Korean fried chicken (KFC). KFC sets itself apart from other kinds of fried chicken by serving the..."
Inuyaki
"Delicious fried chicken and budae jjigae/army stew! We got the soy garlic and yangnyeom sauce (sweet and spicy) for the chicken. Both were..."
Christine Phang
"Awesome chicken, 10 years strong.
Go support, they’re def slow these days during pandemic. Food still bomb by the Aunties...."
Scott Woltman
"This is hands down one of the best fried chicken spots in town. Prepare to get your eardrums blasted with k pop while you eat radishes waiting for..."
John Morgan
"Everything here was perfect. We got the cheese buldak and Yang yum Chicken and everything was made to order. Amazingly fresh and delicious chicken..."
Kevin Yi
"Amazing juicy Korean fried chicken. A whole order is a lot of chicken I recommend to get half and half of a flavor per order. Corn cheese is a must..."
David Zhu
"This place is absolutely amazing! I don't even know where to start! So first off, it is very nice to find a restaurant that has its own parking...."
Sara Nold
"Crispy fried chicken was so scrumptious! 5000 stars..."
The BentMoon
"The fried chicken portions are huge and the prices are very reasonable. Service is quick and helpful. Full soju cocktail list and a few beers on tap...."
"Update: Jun.12,22
Since this review was originally publish the services had changed a lot. Yes, they made mistakes here and there but have been..."
Silver Cruz
"My experience was very good. The best round table customer service I've ever received. It was worth the drive from San Leandro. Every other round..."
Joi Owens
"After getting an order canceled at a local pizza place, we ordered online with Round Table. They called within 10 minutes to go over my order. When..."
Stephanie Andersen
"Decent pizza. I've only picked up pizza here, never dined in. Every time I order the pizza is hot and ready when I..."
Michael Bandstra
"My family has stopped a few times for lunch when we're in the area. Customer service is excellent. Food is always hot and on time. Establishment is..."
Ms. Loyal
"Order arrived 15 minutes early during the lunch rush hour, hot and fresh. Quality and taste of food is always consistently delicious at this..."
"Holy OMG! The Vulcan is STILL here serving up Thai food in the most unlikely places in a ally way with nothing around. I came here 40 years ago and..."
Dirk D
"Never ever been to the Thai Cafe at the Vulcan but I was just there to drop off a big old box of art supplies for my friend lichen on their front..."
Jason Fekaylius Wilson
"The food is good and prices are very reasonable. It's a casual atmosphere, hole in the wall, local spot. Pictured is shrimp pad thai, beef fried rice..."
Annick Ospital-Cone
"Very sweet people! Loved the food. The area is a little weird but overall..."
"l have had a good share of Ethiopian food over the years and even the very sweet hostess said there’s really no difference between Eritrean and..."
Tibor
"The proportion of food to injera is perfect. I always order the combos (house combo or veggie). Very delicious. Price went up on many items - do not..."
AUR LLC
"Amazing Eritrean restaurant. Always a great meal, love vegetarian dish paired with either the chicken or lamb. Been coming here for over 10..."
EM FL
"Their food is delicious and their customer service is great. I came several times to have their favorite dish (..."
Million Asseghegn
"Food is really good and plates are large. This is definitely more of a call for pickup then a sit down place. Service here will have you waiting for..."
Nicole Burns
"Ordered the house special combination platter. It was sooo good and highly recommend..."
Enrique Lara (tastic)
"Close to my mother’s kitchen. Zimam (the owner) is one of the most influential people I have come to know, love, and respect. Dear to my heart. The..."
Bisrat Tekie
"Really excellent veggie combo with lots of variety and unusually tasty sauces. Injera had great flavor and consistency. Very friendly and helpful..."
"Wow. My husband and son had to walk from our semi to get a late supper. They were so amazingly accommodating. You don't meet kind people like that..."
Ashley Underwood
"Very friendly and helpful staff. I couldn't get the kiosk for ordering to work right but they helped me out . Got my order quickly. Manager on duty..."
Rhonda Young
"I have always received good customer service from this McDonald's when I do go there. They even put my creamer in my coffee for me one time. I..."
ant1178 Melissa Angarita
"I have been pleased with the service and food I have received from this McDonald's in the past few months. Friendlier window workers,correct orders..."
Ice Cream Waffles with Strawberries and Blueberries
Sea Coconut Milk Sogo Sweet Soup
whip cream crepe 奶油薄饼
ranch chicken half 贵妃黄毛鸡 半只
Tako-Yaki
Miso Soup
With Chinese Broccoli
Peppers
onion pan cake 葱油餅
Wonton Noodle Soup
Cantonese
Chinese
Asian
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Cheap Eats
"The lunch specials are such a great deal. Some of items come with a drink. I added on an iced milk tea for $1.25 to my salted chicken noodle ($11)...."
Helen Hoang
"Always fun eating here. Huge menu with tons of tasty options for any meal. We came in for dessert, mentioned it was a friends bday and they surprised..."
Lisa C
"Nothing too crazy going on here. Just a good ol Asian cafe/restaurant with a nice vibe. Drinks are hit or miss and food is good but not mind blowing...."
Dei Garcia
"decent food, huge menu, open till late, plenty drinks & desserts
quite a nice place to satisfy all your hk cafe food cravings all at..."
"I’m not I can do this place by writing about it. But I’ll try.
My cousin who is a chef found this place on diners dives and drive in’s...."
Marcel Mexicano Gaitan
"All of us chef's have folks we are inspired by, my local inspiration is Chef Dominique from Cosecha. Yesterday I got to introduce some of the most..."
Stella Piranio
"Absolutely a must!! Pork Belly tacos with homemade corn tortillas, Oaxaca Quesadilla , and Jicama Citrus Salas are full of flavor. Loved the casual..."
Gloria M. Esquivel-Kastner
"La Cosecha fue un espacio de amor, comida arrecha, fresca y una margarita de granadas súper chingona!
I recommend this place with my eyes closed and..."
Cristina GriegaVieques
"My fave lunch place in downtown Oakland! The food is excellent - as is evident by the usual long lines to order. But don't be discouraged as it is..."
Maria Jose Castro
"Cosecha is amazing...1. Because Domenica is an amazing, conscious, talented and kind chef. 2. Her staff is always friendly and ready to help you at..."
Rachel-Anne Palacios
"The best Mexican food I have ever had in the Bay Area!!!..."
Veronykah Ascencio
"I am very surprised about taste and sazon... Must congratulate chef for this awesome served food.
From now on I am a Cosecha's fan!
You guys are the..."
Tito E Fontes Araque
"Amazing fresh thoughtfully prepared food, lovely communal atmosphere. On Saturdays only the lightest crispest raised..."
M'Lisa Kelley
"My favorite spot downtown. Ned’s this like 3 times a week. Mole Monday! Brunch !! Love it all. Staff is..."
Steve Evans
"My favorite restaurant in the whole wide..."
Maria Arias
"I love the freshness and the healthy choices that are offered. The food has depth and many layers. The vibe is great, casual with a sense of..."
Gina Carranza
"Fish Tacos are the very best! Eat in or take out, you can't miss the fun and casual atmosphere at Cosecha in downtown..."
"Loved it. I ordered the chicken w/ vegetables and fried rice. Also ordered the strawberry fruit tea with boba. It was good too and on a big cup!!..."
Eddy Gamez
"I order take out, I got the double cheeseburger w onion rings, carb ragoons and fresh magro tea. It was delicious, honestly I really enjoyed the..."
Marvin Moya
"wonton soup is awesome! great broth and generous amount of meat. chow fun was like other chinese places, that is, hits the spot as long as you know..."
L M
"Food is good, yummy waffle fries. Got a double cheese burger that was solid and tasty. I wish they would take phone/internet orders so you didn't..."
"Cozy little spot offering delicious soup. Vegetarian options available. Customers can also order the vermicelli rolls, and have the opportunity to..."
Daniel Breach
"Superb quality vietnamese food. The table-side chili is fresh and spicy. My vermicelli noodles came out amazing, and the pork was perfectly tender...."
Brandon Cruz
"Ate here a couple times now, and it's going to be a standard whenever we visit the area. Nice friendly atmosphere, and the food is outstanding. ..."
Matt Licholai
"I’ve never had a more authentic Vietnamese food in America. I highly recommend their fine vermicelli dish (the one that you make your own spring..."
Pim Kang
"What I had and what I saw being served was delicious and comforting. I’d recommend this place to my friends in Oakland and for any..."
Vu Nguyen
"The food was excellent. Service was great.
Great value. Great tastes. I regret not taking..."
Daniel Dagenais
"This is my go-to place for pho (and I love pho). The service is perfect and the menu is what one desires when seeking authentic southern Vietnamese..."
Blake Gowen
"The seafood pho and the pork chops were so so so good and even though my family is korean we love this place and are definitely coming..."
"My favorite Mexican restaurant
Love the Salad and tacos..."
Ale TOrres
"Good food good people fast..."
Vernon Sims
"Very..."
Sherman Lerch
"It was like always, greate service thanks 😊 so yummy if you like authentic Mexican cuisine.stop here 😋..."
Isaac Gutierrez
"Had a long wait for the vet so I came in to kill time. Masks and vax proof required.
The staff was really friendly and accommodating. I had a lovely..."
pj Pellegrino
"Why people complain about this place I have no clue. It has good service, clean environment and good food for good price. I still feel this place is..."
Heliana Mano
"This a nice restaurant, easily viewed from the street if you're driving by. I had the taco salad with chicken. It tasted fresh, meaty and the..."
"The people at Mägo just get it. One of the best meals I've ever had in Oakland. We'll be dreaming of the Pickled Mackerel Caesar Salad forever.
Not..."
Evan Calip
"Beautiful presentations with a bountiful mix of beef, fish, octopus, and pork with two desserts to end the meal. The cocktails are masterfully made...."
Jerry C
"It was my first time having a tasting menu, but mago did not disappoint. It is not your traditional Colombian dish, but the chefs take their dishes..."
Mishell Ganchala
"Great atmosphere with a wide open kitchen and a cool, high-ceilinged space. Beverage pairing was excellent, especially the cocktails (wasn't as..."
Daniel Kwasnick
"Amazing food and drinks. They change their tasting menu daily! Food was fresh, unique, and I love how the chef incorporates seasonal vegetables. A..."
ThaoLinh Bui-Judin
"I loved this entire experience. The food was delicious! Some of the vegetarian options were actually tastier than the meat options - this is when you..."
Renee Ramirez
"Very much enjoyed the vegetarian tasting menu I had. Changes every day so pictures may not align with future visits. I'm extremely picky so I was..."
Hopie Lopie
"This exceeds expectations and is an incredible value. Talent in every corner of this restaurant from design, beverage, service and culinary talent...."
"I was allowed to custom order my breakfast burrito (bacon sausage steak potatoes rice beans and cheese) and it was absolutely delicious! My order was..."
Christina Tractenberg
"I love this place, so authentic Mexican food!! If you like fried whole fish but don't want to stink up your house, they can fried one up for you..."
Erik Ing
"Great service and food. You'll definitely get your money's worth. Burritos are huge, and delicious. My favorite place to pick up food before an A's..."
Dean Seward
"I go here at least once a week during lunch. The wet burritos here are great. The people who work here are all friendly and the service is..."
Steven Marney
"Always a great place to have the best authentic Mexican food. Shrimp sauté in Garlic sauce. Hmmm..."
"Oakland Sonic ROCKS!!!!! What an honor as a Business to support them! FCSA supports Local Business'. FCSA supports Oakland..."
Brent Clack
"When I am out and about, my one big treat for myself is a Sonic Route 44 diet cherry limeade. It has only about 30 calories, and it's delicious...."
Jackie Filsinger
"I worked for Sonic for a total of 13 years
I met wonderful people who became friends. I got to work with younger people who I learned about. I'd love..."
Priscilla Miller
"This is the quickest Sonic I’ve every been to. Food is great and servers are friendly. Just wish there was a way to put a tip for them on your..."
Angie Gibbs
"Carhops are always friendly and upbeat. I enjoy the tastes of anything that I..."
Robert Hardin
"Fast Easy Pick Up with App order ahead. Always..."
Donald Medernach
"Classic fried chicken sandwich fye. Not like popeyes but..."
Eddie Warren
"95% usually pretty good. sometimes they just say f it tho and slap some dry chicken on a stale..."
Shane nope
"This sonic was been great for the most part. The only issues I've ran into is that their ordering system does not always check-in my mobile orders...."
"The shrimp cake is pretty good. I didn't like the egg roll. Grilled chicken and vermicilli were..."
Shu Zhang
"Mac Khai offers some of the best of a variety of cuisines. My personal favorites are the brisket and flank steak pho, the shaking beef entree, and..."
Marco Ginsburg
"I have eaten here multiple times and I must say I have never had a bad meal food is I have personally suggested this place to family and service is..."
Jesse Mcdaniels
"We had Vietnamese crepe (which my boyfriend is SUPER happy about, reminds him of home), tofu lemongrass vermicelli, oysters, and jicama summer..."
Rebecca McCall
"We had Vietnamese crepe (which my friend is SUPER happy about, reminds him of home), tofu lemongrass vermicelli, oysters, and jicama summer rolls...."
Ethan Byrom
"I came here to Oakland a year ago and this place was not on my radar at all, until I craved for Pho and it shows up. Been going there ever since. You..."
"Love the food here! Everything I've ever had here has been delicious!! Pizza, steak, salad bar, catfish. It's all good!! And the service is always..."
Rhonda Schmitz Walker
"Best cheese pizza around! Our favorite servers are Hazel, Alicia and Mark! Our family also enjoys the salad and dessert bar �great family..."
Mandy Burrows Collins
"Very well run restaurant with good food and competent employees and management as evidenced by the service and upkeep of the popular facility...."
Douglas Maxwell
"The staff and the food were amazing !! We will definitely be..."
Thomas Huffman
"Great lunch buffet on Thursday. Loved it. Great service..."
Andy Avery
"Good food. Friendly staff. Great experience. Clean..."
William David Perkins
"If you want to see the church folk, Sunday is the best day to come..."
Donell-Patricia Whitley
"Great Pizza and salad..."
Jeff Johnson
"..."
Geni Cramer
"I love Olympic! The bread is really good & the Steak& Grilled Shrimp w/ San Antonio Seasoning. The service is impecable as..."
Dan Overton
"I just had one of their new coffees and they're AMAZING!! Hot or cold, they're delicious! I get one almost everytime I go..."
Mkmiller101
"Olympic is awesome!....I went last night and had great service along with an extremely enjoyable experience!....clearly the best restaurant in..."
Hugh Johnson
"This is by far the best restaurant in Oakland. It has the best pizza around. I never get tired of eating there because of the variety of food on the..."
Brian
"I am so glad this place came to oakland. I have always heard great things about the other locations and this one has held up the tradition! Yummy and..."
Lovelylady
"AWSOME! This is the place to come for excellent food, service and GREAT family atmosphere. I love this place, I'm sure you will..."
Dan Draper
"Excellent food service and hostess. Always warm and friendly..."
Angie Lipa
"I love this place! The food is always good and on time, and the salad bar is always fresh. All the servers are wonderful and they keep you happy. and..."
Lindsey
"Food is great.. Service is the by far the best around.. They just added mochas that are to die for... Thank God for somewhere nice to eat in..."
Hungryhippo
"Best restaurant in Oakland! Food and service are..."
Jroddsgrl
"The food was good, but they have quite a few new servers, and being new, looked a little overwhelmed. The after church crowd was still eating and it..."
Angelyn
"Great fresh and tasty food.... An excellent..."
Jerold Aulph
"I'm from Jersey... it's a foregone conclusion that New York style pizza is what I enjoy. Having said that, the pizza was pretty good. The menu..."
DJ TONY G.
"The food was excellent, the service was average, but they were very busy. I got the Hickory Burger, which I would enjoy eating again. Overall, a good..."
Nathan Davies
"Big place. Good buffet, well stocked. Huge salad bar. Friendly staff. Fair..."
"I stopped by my new favorite breakfast spot. The breakfast sandwich was great, but because I don't like hasbrowns, I really love the potato wedges. I..."
Andrew Keel
"I avoid fast food most times because the experience is always so disappointing. However, today I needed something quick and close by. I placed my..."
Amber Singleton
"What can I say Wendy's is Wendy's great place for Burger chicken sandwich love their spicy chicken nuggets and our favorites the chocolate Frosty. If..."
Freebear Freebear
"They got my order right and were super nice so that's a win in my experience...."
Tiffany Davis
"Nice quick drive thru, great service friendly employees, fries good tasting not over cooked. Double Burger with cheese tasted great also, nothing but..."
"Love the food....love the drinks. The atmosphere and the staff are wonderful. It was my first time there and I cannot say anything bad about this..."
Tina Ebojo
"Casual, fun, delicious dining. It's a mixed atmosphere of self service + some service. Drinks and oysters are brought to your table but entree's..."
Jen Tsui
"AlaMar never disappoints! Whether you go for lunch, dinner or now brunch - you’ll won’t regret what you order. My favorite are the Dominican..."
Lisamarie Goodman
"Great atmosphere and delicious food! We had the Ox Tail and Brussel Sprouts. Our waitress was very sweet and helpful.
I asked a female employee..."
La Tanya Walker Wooley
"This is one of the most eclectic restaurants in Oakland where the food choices are excellent. Such a fresh relief from your ordinary burger,..."
Sabrina Titelbaum
"Look... that oxtail bowl?? [√]
Also, they have a good rum selection, some I'd never even heard of. Love this..."
Kumi Rauf
"AlaMar is home away from home with better food! I love the delicious vegetarian options! Perfect place to gather after work and enjoy a delicious..."
Tami Fitzsimmons
"Everything here is delicious, even the rice (and to improve upon rice makes you pretty darn special). The flavors in every dish are meticulously..."
Favor Mitchell
"excellent food, I recommend..."
Jose A. Santos
"Moving to NorCal from the Chi has been an adjustment culinary wise, but dannnngggg!? This place is ok with me!! The Oxtails are so good that you will..."
Adela Marshall
"I came in yesterday with a good friend and we stayed for hours. Every single staff member made my dining experience fun and relaxed. The food was..."
Bella Lux Stella
"First time and food and selection was fabulous ! Can't wait to return to honey lemon shrimp..."
Dale Marie Golden MacDonald
"Came in for a private party. The food and the staff were awesome! Chef Nelson came out to greet us as..."
Hoa Hinh
"Great food, great bar, great staff & great chef. Go...you won't be..."
"Absolute favorite ice cream place in the East Bay. They have so many fun flavors, like banana oreo, oolong mochi, thai tea, and ube, and every single..."
Judy Furth
"Interesting and creative flavors that are TASTY, like banana oreo. They have seasonal flavors too, like chrysanthemum sorbet 😋. Also a very solid..."
Sandy Tang
"Near Old Oakland is this brightly painted ice cream and treats shop that sells made to order ice cream cookie sandwiches. You can also get the ice..."
Lana
"Frequently visit this place and love their unique flavors... we normally get the strawberry and cream and ube. this time, we options for one of their..."
Le Tran
"Cookiebar Creamery has an impressive amount of ice cream flavors that are unique and will be hard to find anywhere else. Their cookies are freshly..."
Edwin A
"You should never feel bad about sampling ice cream flavors if you end up buying some!!
We walked in on a Saturday evening right after the New Years,..."
Master Maggie Li
"The burgers. Come for the burgers.
They have the perfect, no frills, classic smash burger. This isn't a burger with artisanal kale or some other..."
"Dinner for date night with my.honey! We loved it all! The chicken was butchered nicely, making it pleasant to eat with great flavor and seasonings!..."
Jaye Eves
"So I've been eating a lot of Korean food lately! Must be from watching all those Korean dramas and watching the actors and actresses eating during..."
Donny Pusawong
"Fried chicken was so delicious. Crispy outside moist inside, what’s more to ask for! Ordered the honey cheese & soy garlic, which I liked them...."
kelly ng
"Their GanJaJang is absolutely amazing, the taste is rich & the portion is good. I espacially love the yellow radish, that really goes well with it!..."
Ana Ramos
"I ordered GAN-JJA-JANG. It’s very good!!
I have travel a lot in US and I went Korean restaurant every time. This restaurant is NO #1 for this..."
Yong-Sam Choi
"Even though the business changed hand, the taste IS SAME, GOOD! Complete renovation inside to very modern..."
fred surh
"I really like their jajangmyeon and had the spicy rice cakes the next day, and added some egg and melted cheese on..."
Madeline Ley
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