Aisling: We came for my birthday and had a fantastic time! Delicious churrasco, caipirinhas, and side options. Lovely staff. Get an extra order of pão de queijo, or just save room for the amazing steak!
Fred Dean: The salmon was scrumptious as was the black beans. Attentive staff. Of course the meat.
Janice Straight: All of the meats are amazing. Be sure you do not fill up on the salad bar so you can fully enjoy all of the meat
3. Commis
8.7
3859 Piedmont Ave (btw Rio Vista & Montell), Oakland, CA
New American Restaurant · Piedmont Avenue · 28 tips and reviews
Bridget Gael: The tasting menu was divine - especially with the wine pairing. Favorites included the amouse Bouche, beluga caviar and champagne pairing, cured egg yolk and bread dish, and the pb souffle
Hana Na: Tried Commis with the wine pairings. Disappointed :( I really wanted to love the place!
Michelin Travel & Lifestyle: Menus change often, but may have Dungeness crab w/ quince "snow" or caramelized abalone or charcoal-roasted Sonoma duck. – Green Guide Editor
10. The Star
8.9
3425 Grand Ave (at Mandana Blvd), Oakland, CA
Pizzeria · Grand Lake · 62 tips and reviews
Tina D: Great cocktails, goddess salad, meatballs and Tribune pizza are favs.
Cameron Wilson: Four of us shared a large meatball appetizer and a large Telegraph deep dish pizza. Amazing value, absolutely delicious.
Matt Opsahl: Sat at the bar on a quiet Saturday afternoon and enjoyed the zucchini flat crust pizza, which was just enough for two. Delicious! Would like to come back for a date night for pizza and beer/cocktails.
14. Drake's Dealership
9.3
2325 Broadway (at 23rd St), Oakland, CA
Beer Garden · Central Oakland · 95 tips and reviews
Joshua Doonan: Great beer and ice cream. Try the barrel aged offerings, they even have a barrel flight to help try several!
Tara Medeiros: Top spot for pizza in Oakland, outdoor space with fire pits and string lights perfect venue for beers with friends.
Mona Al-ghussein: The out door sitting area is cheerful and it's a cool place to hang out with family and friends. The pizzas are original and their Veggie pizza is a delight. The decor is welcoming. I do recommend