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Calavera

(Now Closed)
Mexican Restaurant$$$$
Central Oakland, Oakland
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  • Eater
    EaterApril 12, 2016
    Newly opened Calavera has more than just amazing tacos— their bar program is filled with Mexican-inspired cocktails, wines and a huge selection of mezcals. Read more
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    Adrian PhillipsNovember 3, 2015
    The bartenders are tequila & mezcal experts, be sure to sample a few. The cauliflower was delicious & the leeks were surprisingly outstanding. Their Margarita is on point if you're up for a cocktail.
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    LeVan GreeneSeptember 28, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    This spot is very new. I had lunch with friends, the sandwich I ordered was very good and the service excellent.
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    Julie GeremiaJanuary 5, 2016
    Get the plantain/black bean fritters.....k delicioso. ❤️ and the beet salad with pumpkin seed humus.
  • Chad B.heart icon on user image
    Chad BNovember 28, 2017
    Desserts, desserts, desserts. The platano fritos with condensed milk and chocolate is divine. 😍😋
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    Samantha BergJuly 3, 2017
    The ahi tostada is fantastic. Try it with a Jonathan gin tonic!
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    Nitin PuriMarch 19, 2016
    Mezcal Bloody Mary is absolutely amazing. Both refreshing and hearty.
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    Christina MathisNovember 19, 2015
    The corazon cocktail was delicious, as was the guacamole. Only had time for a quick bite but plan to go back and have a full meal.
  • Emily L.
    Emily LeJanuary 16, 2020
    Very tender chicken with earthy, chocolatey mole sauce was my favorite. A cute date night spot that I'll frequent.
  • John W.
    John WJanuary 10, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Pro tip: skip the cocktails and ask the knowledgeable staff to assemble mezcal flights from their extensive bar.
  • Diana A.
    Diana ArzOctober 21, 2019
    Came here for churros! Soft, fluffy, perfection ❤️
  • Brian S.heart icon on user image
    Brian StraussSeptember 7, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Sophisticated Mexican. Delicious Oxacan inspired menu and cocktails. Get anything with Mezcal in it.
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    Brian StraussNovember 26, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Great drinks and Mezcal selection. Food is more beautiful than tasty.
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    ᴡ VelicerNovember 21, 2015
    Inspired and delicious cocktails, great mescal selection and beautiful food.
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    Bernardo SosaMay 9, 2016
    The Mezcalera margarita is one of a kind. Cochinita pibil is awesome. Desserts are ok.
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    MonishaApril 5, 2016
    Delicious cocktails and food. Try the ceviche and churro!
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    Karla LopezJuly 21, 2018
    Umami mole is the best
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    Chrissy PuccioOctober 21, 2017
    Smoky chicken soup and the carrots are amazing!!
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    Mars BarJune 3, 2017
    Tacos are tasty. Everything feels overpriced for what you receive.
  • Nico P.
    Nico PitneySeptember 5, 2015
    "Magical" tacos and a "Mezcal revolution," best looking interior of 2015, says SF Weekly
  • Daniel M.heart icon on user image
    Daniel MarkhamSeptember 12, 2015
    Cocktails, house-made tortillas, pork tacos
  • Lucca T.heart icon on user image
    Lucca TorresMarch 10, 2017
    Great food and very good selection of tequilas...
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    CoreyMay 8, 2018
    Spicy michelada with Bohemia
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    John DobrowolskiDecember 7, 2018
    Carnitas and white Negronis. All. Day.
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    Libby Lee-EganOctober 25, 2016
    Frijoles refritos is waaaay too many beans for a single person 😷
  • Stacy T.
    Stacy TangJanuary 12, 2017
    Do Not order seafood on Sunday. Food poisoning. We're not surprised afterwards because the fish was super fishy when we ate it. It's not fresh.
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    Ashley MowreyMarch 8, 2016
    Hands down the worst and most expensive rendition of Mexican food. not just IMO, but also the rest of the crew there.
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    Michelle AlexandriaFebruary 13, 2016
    Tacos were great!
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    Rodrigo CalderonAugust 3, 2019
    Ron Cooper Margarita
  • Ryan B.heart icon on user image
    Ryan BlockJune 3, 2016
    Holy Guacamole!
  • J-Moheart icon on user image
    J-MoOctober 4, 2015
    Sweetbreads
  • Alejandro H.heart icon on user image
    Alejandro HuneeusSeptember 27, 2015
    Margaritas in tumbler glass
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