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Rudy's Can't Fail Cafe
(Now Closed)Diner$$$$
Uptown, Oakland
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moxieJanuary 24, 2015Everything is good here literally!But my personal favorites are the breakfast section, the veggie chili, and the amazing $5 (even) deal for a PBR and a well shot of your choice!
Matthew LJune 29, 2017This is the go-to before a show at the Fox. As the name implies, it's a reliable and simple diner-style restaurant with many menu options so even your fussy hipster friends will find something.- XDecember 21, 2012This yuppie heaven has friendly wait staff but the real treat is the full bar. Food isn't great but the drinks are top notch. Be sure to try their Bloody Mary (it's GREAT), and also the Shakin' Jesse.
Breakfast with a little attitude. Tattoos encouraged though not required. The Oakstersam Benedict is a personal favorite.
TBJNovember 25, 2012This place is great for a sit down spot late night, especially after a show at the fox. Brunch is nothing special but definitely try the shakin jesse any time of day.
Ryan HebertDecember 17, 2014Oh gosh get a boozy shake they're great. Outside area is pet friendly but not always open when the restaurant is. Call first!
blessy stertooNovember 6, 2016First time here. Service was great. Waitress was friendly and caring. Food was on par. Parking was okay. Would definitely recommend for brunch or breakfast.
Benjy WeinbergerSeptember 22, 2014Can't decide if you want breakfast for dinner? Get a burger with hash browns instead of fries. Best of both worlds!
Justin SullivanJanuary 20, 2017Uptown's diner. Breakfast all day long. Great burgers and sandwiches and shakes too!
Russell LAugust 13, 2015Once-trendy now-staple diner. Breakfast options are all good. O really like the Eyedaho.
Roy ScopazziApril 8, 2016Fast service! My food came way faster than I could've imagined. It was also v. good.
Ellen McGrodyMarch 8, 2016Rudy's is pretty good! This location and the Emeryville location are about the same.
Cookies are baked in house--can't wait to try one. I'm usually here for breakfast.
Perfect TimingOctober 18, 2011Kitchen could time orders better.. If you order appetizer or soup, make sure you specify you want it BEFORE your meal... #TheSameTime???
Try the French toast! Soooo yummy! The only place I know of that makes French toast on Challah bread
The Italian burger was awesome! Delicious flavors from the roasted bell peppers and house made pesto
Jason JensenSeptember 18, 2016Tuna melt + fries are always perfect after a night at the Fox next door
Big Bleu Burger, medium rare, add an egg over medium with hash browns.
The meatloaf Mondays are crazy. Not sure how they do it but it's super addictive. I never tastes meatloaf like this.
Moni HarrisSeptember 22, 2013I am a Cadillac margarita enthusiast. They make them to PERFECTION here!
antuan goodwinAugust 19, 2014The Jesse James is the best thing on the menu. No, the best thing ever... Ask about it.
Bryan PradoSeptember 20, 2011They have this insane doll collection...it's frakkin' awesome! Food was mighty tasty! Read more- Meatloaf Monday's. You've never had meatloaf like this .. Not a game.
Tessa CoxApril 22, 2012Avocados on my Benedict were ROTTEN! The waitress was really nice about it, got my meal comped. But being served rotten food at a restaurant was pretty bad. My milk shake was awesome though.
Before 10am on weekdays there's three kick ass early bird breakfast options.
Try their Veggie Chilli. I'm not even a vegetarian and I can not resist!
Gotta love the fact that they're always open and serve everything under the sun. Food quality is generally just okay, though...nothing to write home about.
Dan McKnightNovember 12, 2017Buffalo chicken has no breading, the celery tastes like soap, and the service is slow
Vegan Boca burger! Where else can you actually order one?
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Rudy's Can’t Fail Cafe has been open since 2002 and was born from our desire to create a restaurant where people of all walks of life can feel welcome and at home, eat honest, good, nutritional food at affordable prices in an atmosphere of fun and creativity. Are we not Men? We are Rudy.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Tue
- 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Wed–Thu
- 7:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 7:00 AM–1:00 AM
- Sun
- 7:00 AM–4:00 PM
(510) 251-9400
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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