Official Guide of The Oakland Convention & Visitors Bureau

rAtto’s deli And internAtionAl mArket 821 Washington St. (510) 832-6503 Peruse the gourmet grocery as your favorite Italian sandwich is made to order at this historic eatery, an ever-popular destination among locals. Lunch Mon.–Sat. ristorAnte il PesCAtore 31 Webster St., Jack London Square (510) 465-2188 www.ilpescatoreristorante.com CoCk-A-doodle CAfe 719 Washington St. (510) 465-5400 www.cockadoodlecafe.com Fruit of the Vine A GREAT DAy OF WINE TASTING needn’t include a trip to Napa or Sonoma. Oakland is home to a number of winemakers, several of whom have facilities that are open to the public. cooked lobster, Prince Edward Island mussels—and cocktails are the draw at this Rockridge restaurant and bar. Dinner daily. oyster reef 1000 Embarcadero (510) 836-2519 Relish the view from the waterfront terrace and the hearty seafood, including daily fish specials. Lunch and dinner Tues.–Sun. PeArl oyster BAr And restAurAnt 5634 College Ave. (510) 654-5426 www.pearloncollege.com This downtown eatery has a delicious Latin influence, with everything from ceviche Benedict to Cuban-style seafood burgers. Breakfast and lunch daily, brunch Sun. doñA tomÁs 5004 Telegraph Ave. (510) 450-0522 Sample fine cuisine in a vibrant setting. Popular items include mole, quesadillas, and homemade corn tortillas and salsas. Dinner Tues.–Sat. el HuArACHe AzteCA 3842 International Blvd. (510) 533-2395 Explore the cuisine of central Mexico and enjoy mole poblano, barbecued goat from Hidalgo, and sweets and gorditas from Querétaro. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. lA tAzA de CAfé 3909 Grand Ave. (510) 658-2373 www.latazadecafe.com dAsHe CellArs 55 Fourth St. (510) 452-1800 www.dashecellars.com Classic northern Italian fare tops the menu at this Jack London Square mainstay. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.–Sun. sPettro 3355 Lakeshore Ave. (510) 451-7738 Try traditional and offbeat variations of Italian favorites at this centrally located sleeper restaurant. Dinner daily. Located just off Jack London Square, this winery boasts a tasting room with stainless steel tanks and barrels in full view. Michael and Anne Dashe create their wines from grapes from Dry Creek, Alexander Valley, and Mendocino County. Thurs.–Sun., noon–5 p.m. enAt winery 910 81st Ave., Unit 15 (510) 632-6629 Japa nese isoBune susHi 5897 College Ave. (510) 601-1424 This popular Tokyo-style restaurant offers a parade of sushi boats and big beers. Lunch and dinner daily. kAi’s JAPAnese Cuisine 801 Washington St. (510) 523-4332 More than 100 kinds of sushi are offered at this restaurant, which also features recipes handed down from the owner’s grandmother. kotoBuki 3920 Piedmont Ave. (510) 658-3119 The sushi chef at this restaurant is a Japanese native who creates traditional fish dishes, such as hamachi (yellowtail) and maguro (tuna). Lunch and dinner daily. tA-ke susHi 357 Grand Ave. (510) 452-2443 www.ta-kesushi.com Unique touches, such as UFO-shaped halogen lights, make up the decor at this popular spot, which serves sake cocktails, hipster wines, and small plates of Asian-influenced raw food. Lunch Thurs.–Sat., dinner daily. sCott’s 2 Broadway (510) 444-3456 www.scottseastbay.com Make an appointment to try traditional and orange varieties of these exotic, Ethiopianstyle honey wines—made from honey, water, and yeast—in a tasting room that includes a bamboo bar. irisH monkey CellArs 1017 22nd Ave. (510) 915-5463 www.irishmonkey.net Delight in the tantalizing flavors of Cuba and Latin America, including tapas, Cuban-style coffees, and pan de queso, La Taza’s scrumptious cheese bread. Dinner Tues.–Sun., brunch Sun. tAmArindo AntoJeriA mexiCAnA 468 Eighth St. (510) 444-1944 www.tamarindoantojeria.com Fresh seafood tops the bill at this highly regarded restaurant overlooking San Francisco Bay from the heart of Jack London Square. Private banquet facilities available. Lunch and dinner daily, champagne jazz brunch Sun. Oakland’s newest winery features more than a dozen varietals, including Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Franc, and Portuguese Touriga. JC CellArs 55 Fourth St. (510) 465-5900 www.jccellars.com Tacos de camaron, chiles toreados, and antijotios—small, powerfully flavorful snacks meant to satisfy cravings—are among the signature dishes from across Mexico. Lunch and dinner Mon.–Thurs., brunch Fri.–Sat. Specialt y Bittersweet 5427 College Ave. (510) 654-7159 www.bittersweetcafe.com Middle eastern Holy lAnd restAurAnt 677 Rand Ave. (510) 272-0535 www.holylandrestaurant.com Serving Oakland for more than 20 years, this small Japanese eatery offers a big menu of fresh sushi and sashimi, as well as tempura, teriyaki, donburi, and bento boxes. Open daily for lunch and dinner. yosHi’s 510 Embarcadero West (510) 238-9200 www.yoshis.com A chocolate lover’s dream, this café features over 120 chocolate bars from around the world and classic items with a twist, such as chocolate Thai iced tea. For the enthusiast, there are lectures by chocolate professionals. Open daily. l’Amyx teA BAr 4179 Piedmont Ave. (510) 594-8322 www.lamyx.com At this tasting room, you can watch all the winemaking action while you taste delicious selections of true Rhône varietals. Thurs.–Mon., noon–5 p.m., or by appointment. (510) 451-1561 www.jessos.com Located near Lake Merritt, this is one of the only restaurants in the Bay Area that serves kosher cuisine. It’s the perfect spot for an authentic taste of Israeli and Mediterranean dishes. Lunch and dinner Sun.–Fri. Cajun-style specialties include fresh seafood and poor boy burgers, plus homemade blackberry and peach cobblers. Lunch Fri.–Sat., dinner Wed.–Mon. lois tHe Pie Queen 851 60th St. (510) 658-5616 This is one of the city’s oldest and dearest restaurants. The signature dish, the Reggie Jackson, contains eggs, grits, and pork chops. Breakfast and lunch daily. miss PeArl’s JAm House 1 Broadway (510) 444-7171 www.misspearlsjamhouse.com Moroccan tAnJiA 4905 Telegraph Ave. (510) 653-8691 www.tanjias.com Come for the sushi but stay for the jazz at this plush eatery and world-class nightclub. At a cozy table or in traditional tatami seating, try modern Japanese cuisine, fresh grilled seafood, and vegetarian fare. Dinner daily. Legend has it that monks treated their monkeys with such kindness that in return, the monkeys picked the most treasured tea leaves. At L’Amyx, this legendary monkey serves as inspiration for a bar that features white, oolong, chai, and other specialty teas. Open Sun.–Thurs. till 11 p.m., Fri.–Sat. till midnight. Mexica n/Lat in america n BAJA tAQueriA 4070 Piedmont Ave. (510) 547-2252 This well-known taqueria on busy Piedmont Avenue serves up tasty fish tacos and luscious lobster burritos. Lunch and dinner daily. Enjoy an authentic Moroccan experience, from the ambience and decor to chef Said Zahid’s exquisite menu. Diners savor a fivecourse feast—complete with nightly belly dancing. Dinner Tues.–Sun. Soul Food/cajun/ ca ribbean Home of CHiCken And wAffles 444 Embarcadero West (510) 836-4446 www.hcwchickenandwaffles.com Seafood mAriCA seAfood restAurAnt & BAr 5301 College Ave. (510) 985-8388 www.maricaseafood.com istockphoto As the name suggests, fried chicken and waffles reign supreme at this almost-allhours, down-home destination in Jack London Square. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Jessos seAfood restAurAnt & CABAret 901 Washington St. Miss Pearl’s has been reincarnated in Jack London Square, complete with its exotic recipes and Caribbean-inspired cocktails. Dishes include slow-roasted spare ribs in Jamaican spice rub and guava glaze. Breakfast and lunch Mon.–Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.–Sun. nellie’s soul food restAurAnt & BAr 1155 Third St. (510) 625-1350 www.nelliessoulfood.com Fresh seafood—wild king salmon, twice- oakland | california http://www.cockadoodlecafe.com http://www.ilpescatoreristorante.com http://www.dashecellars.com http://www.pearloncollege.com http://www.latazadecafe.com http://www.scottseastbay.com http://www.irishmonkey.net http://www.tamarindoantojeria.com http://www.jccellars.com http://www.bittersweetcafe.com http://www.ta-kesushi.com http://www.jessos.com http://www.holylandrestaurant.com http://www.lamyx.com http://www.yoshis.com http://www.tanjias.com http://www.misspearlsjamhouse.com http://www.hcwchickenandwaffles.com http://themenupage.com/marica.html http://www.nelliessoulfood.com

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