Warm but beautiful Friday afternoon. Just had a late afternoon massage at Kume and looking for an…read moreearly dinner with cocktails. This was the perfect spot! Outdoor seating, check. Fantastic margarita with fresh ingredients, check. Amazing salad with grill shrimp, papitas, avocado, radish, butter lettuce, Mexican crumbled cheese, and pieces of either cactus or roasted jalapeño (can't remember). Oakland Rivera, ha, ha...

Been here so many times - used to live around the corner…read more Not authentic but good food Leaving a bad review because I left feeling weird after my interaction today. the person who took my order was really rude I felt guilty for having a preference in my order which is weird that's the point of ordering and paying for food. The person I was ordering with was really annoyed that I wasn't ordering the item as is and kept rolling her eyes and I kept apologizing and explaining how I had ordered it in the past. Told the woman at the register what I wanted and she was annoyed and kept ringing it up wrong I explained a few times clearly and I got my order and it was wrong and way more expensive than normal. Quality and flavor have gone down in recent years will probably just go to Rico Rico instead.

Came in with our party of four on a Thursday evening around 5:30 PM, and we were able to grab some…read morehigh-top seats by the bar. You can definitely tell this place has a loyal group of regulars, which is always a good sign! We ordered three appetizers to share: buffalo chicken wings, nachos, and Cajun popcorn shrimp. We enjoyed all of them, but the wings were definitely our favorite! The rest of our food was pretty good as well. I loved the fish and chips I ordered, and my friend said her fried chicken was delicious. The portions were quite generous and could easily be shared. Service was fast and attentive throughout our meal. Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely recommend this place!

How have I grown up in the Bay Area without knowing about Crogan's? I was invited to attend a…read morepresentation (about cremations) and lunch was to be provided here at Crogan's. Nestled comfortably in a cute little section of shops in Montclair, it is conveniently located to public transportation, I decided not to drive and hopped on the 18 bus from downtown Oakland and it was a short 3-5 minute walk to the restaurant. As you walk in, you instantly notice how spacious the space is. Plenty of seating and a bar area- visually it gives me the vibe of "Cheers" and I'm waiting for Norm to walk in any minute. I arrived at 11:30 for the presentation and there were only a few people inside. Upon leaving a couple hours later, the restaurant was almost full on a Thursday afternoon. Our party was a total of 11 including our host and we were seated in a private area in the back. So this would be perfect if you are looking for a place to rent for a special event- it could easily fit 15-20 people. Now, on to the food- when I tell it came out piping hot and fresh! We were told that we could order anything off the menu up to $26. The menu cost range was about $6-30 so pretty affordable in this economy. I ordered the fish and chips as did a few other people. Everyone raved about how fresh their food was. My fries were seasoned perfectly and needed no salt. The fish was cod I believe and came with (3) medium sized strips and I got a side of coleslaw. The fish wasn't really seasoned at all BUT it was so crunchy and crispy (texture) and the inside was so flaky, tender and super fresh like they caught the fish outside. I was able to eat a couple of pieces and took the rest home- NOTE: the fish doesn't reheat well in the oven so it needs to be devoured when you order. The person to the right of me ordered the shrimp and avocado salad which looked really appetizing. A good portion of bay shrimp alongside ripe avocado, tomatoes on top of a bed of greens. The gentlemen to the left of me ordered a double portion of ribs. I wish I could've snuck a photo- the ribs were HUGE and he didn't talk the entire time which is a good sign. Overall, this is a family friendly sit down place with great American and Seafood options. Food is prepared fresh to order- I definitely will be back to check other options on the menu!

We stopped at Xolo before a concert at the Fox Theater, and it was the perfect spot to grab some…read moretacos before the show. We ordered a bunch of different tacos to share, and they were all really good! My favorite was definitely the Camarones taco. I got the shrimp grilled instead of battered and fried, and OMG, the árbol aioli was so good. It went perfectly with the shrimp. I also really liked the Machaca taco with shredded beef. That one was a nice surprise and ended up being another favorite. I was only planning to eat two tacos and somehow ended up eating like three or four , so that tells you how much I liked them. The place is pretty spacious inside and they also have a nice patio. I don't live in Oakland, but next time I'm in the area for a concert, I would definitely stop here again. Really good tacos and a great stop before a show at the Fox!

I've been coming here for a while. They used to have Carnitas and my lord, they were a five star…read morereview, but they've discontinued so my next go to on their menu would be the Carne Asada, burrito or the surf and turf, but both are pretty heavy wouldn't have it for a casual lunch. The chips are a little too crunchy where you almost have to use force to bite it, and it could stab the roof of your mouth. The guacamole is really good. Churros are also good. The ambience is really cool very high ceilings and colorful decorations lots of seating even an upstairs area Staff is always friendly If you're in the area, going to see a show at the FOX it's worth given. I'm a try, but I probably wouldn't drive out of my way for it.

This place might be my new go-to for burgers. I am soooooo siiiiiick of smash burgers, enough with…read morethe smash burgers, if I'm force fed another smash burger because it's "hip" or "cool" or has a tasty little crust I WILL explode! I will change the trajectory of any unfortunate onlooker's life! Anyway, I had the B-B-B which was very good. Deliciously savory with an extra kick from the bleu cheese, a luscious patty you could really bite into (UNLIKE A SMASH BURGER) and some really tasty sauces on the side. I kinda like my burgers drenched in bbq sauce and the kind that came with was a perfect smoky, rich, not too sweet sauce. The sweet potato fries felt kinda sinful ngl. Usually sweet potato fries are the "healthy" option but also usually they're shoestring and nicely sweet but just ok. These were kinda decadent. Steak cut and what I can only describe as a crack laced crumble coating. An order of these make a perfect dessert. The slaw was fine, nothing to write home about. They have vanilla creme soda :) The perfect accompaniment for a burger imo. My new go-to for burger delivery whenever I'm in the mood for it. I'm assuming if you go in person you can customize the patty but even i'f you can't, they're medium is pretty decent and still quite tender. Excited for my next order!

Why 5 stars? 1…read more convenient if you're at Oakland Harbor or Stanford Med/Emeryvill location 2. Easy on/off Highway 80 3. Easy to find and street paid parking available 4. Priced right and great menu 5. BEST Hot Toddy EVER!!!!! Here is my story: So I'm heading back to SFO from Napa after a work (believe it or not) trip. Driving down the 80 we decide to stop on the Oakland side mainly because of timing. Of our choices, we pick The Bureau 510 and I will admit and boast it was a great choice and a great find. We had Chicken Katsu Curry, Kalbi (both on their specials of the day menu) and our other party ordered a burger which look absolutely great too! Why the hot toddy? BECAUSE it was raining and windy and that cold penetrated to the bone!!! Thank you cold weather! If not for that I may not have selected a hot toddy. Service great! Establishment clean, comfortable every "Local" like you ask "Where do all the locals go?" They go to The Bureau 510. Go there! Eat There or BE SQUARE

I've been here twice in the last month (March 2026) and everything has been excellent: the food,…read morethe service, the vibe inside, from the artwork to the music to the comfy couches along the side where you can just chill over dinner with a friend or a lover;-). The bar is substantial if you are alone and just hanging out. We had a party of 7 people last week - celebrating the sale of my sister's Oakland condo - and had to reconfigure our seating for the friend who came last minute, which was done cheerfully. The set up of Calabash allows for large groups easily. We came early (5:30pm) so we had the place to ourselves for the first half hour. Their specialty cocktails are very nice. Unfortunately the wine selection is limited (I think they'd run out of some and hadn't restocked) but we were happy with the cocktails, which include non-alcoholic options. For Vegans, there are a few great items: there's a roasted brussel sprouts & cauliflower combo that is delicious (might be a little spicy for some, but not for me!); plantain; rice & peas. And for non-meat eaters, the salmon dish and the shrimp dish (an appetizer) are both excellent. I can already tell that Calabash will be my go-to spot in Oakland. I live in San Francisco, which has no authentic Caribbean dining spot, unless you count Meski (Warriors' Draymon Green's new spot), which technically is "Ethiopian-Dominican fusion". Also the price point of Calabash is much more budget-friendly than Meski. One final note is that it is black-owned, so if you care about supporting our community of Black-owned businesses, this is a no-brainer. I'm just sayin'...

Have come here before and ordered different dishes/appetizers before but tonight, I was craving the…read moreoxtail. There was a party going on and it was busier than usual for a weekday. Part of my group was already there when I arrived and it wasn't an issue to find street parking. I ordered the Kingston Sunset for my "cocktail". Comes with Prosecco, Sorrel, and Bitters. Had to keep it fairly light for a work night. It tasted delicious and perfect for what I needed for the evening. Their drinks are really good and they don't skimp on the liquor when I usually order cocktails with liquor it in it, so if that's what you're going for, you won't be disappointed. I ordered the oxtail entree with rice and plantains. My oxtail was cooked perfectly like it usually is. Can never go wrong with ordering this dish. It's my go to when I come here, though I've had other dishes here, it's my favorite. They didn't have the scotch bonnet pepper hot sauce which goes really well with it. If you know, you know! I opted to try the crystal hot sauce just so I had something. It was better than nothing. The oxtail is already good without it, but I love the extra kick! One of the owners/investors happened to be sitting down with the private party/event at the table near ours and came to see if we needed anything which was really nice of him. Love the food/drink, music and vibes here. Come and check them out if you get a chance!

Amazing food, service and location. Lots of vegetarian options and all the tacos and empanadas are…read moredelicious! We go every week to try something new and have not been disappointed!

Stopped by Alma for a pre-concert dinner at the Fox and was very glad we stopped by here. Let's…read moreget into it... Ambiance - The interior is nothing to write home about. There's a handful of tables and some outdoor seating as well. Decor is minimal. But it's an overall comfy place to dine and we enjoyed dining in. Service - The service was good. You order at the counter, like a deli, and then when the food is ready they bring it to your table. There's an area with complimentary water and utensils and we helped ourselves to those, but the gentleman working also grabbed utensils for our food in case we didn't grab our own. He was very friendly. Food - The food was great! I had the chile relleno plate and the chile relleno was delicious. The sauce was good, the rice and beans were good, and the corn tortillas were also good. My wife had tacos and she enjoyed her tacos as well. No complaints at all about the food. Overall, it had good and friendly service and delicious food and that definitely makes it a return candidate next time we are going to the Fox. Great spot!

Au revoir to a true American institution! I have been coming to Dinner House for the past 4 years…read moreevery week. The food is immaculate and Jeff, the chef, is a true artiste. I can't count the number of times I've asked for some random custom off-menu BS and they have accommodated. Jeff puts love and care into the menu. The food itself is like if Applebee's actually cared about the menu & was designed by a culinary savant. Every week we anticipated the surprise dinner special. The family that runs this place is so friendly & it's so cozy; you feel like you are family. The drinks are amazing, especially the Old Fashions. Bonus they're Lgbtq friendly. I'll truly miss this place. Dinner House is the place where everybody knows your name. Cheers& good luck to Jeff and Ann Marie!

Without a doubt the best pub the Bay Area has ever seen. Great drinks, delicious food (especially…read morethe chicken tenders). It's a place you can have a conversation in and hang out with friends. Enjoy it while it lasts.

Unsuspecting from the outside but full of charm inside…read more From the old wood bar/tables to the glasses behind the bar, you'll feel welcome. They have cute kettles sprinkles throughout. Seating is first come. Did I mention they have a lot of veggie options and piny the elder on tap? Server was patient with our group of 5. Recommend for a spot with brews n food.

Been to this location a number of times and tried various items from their menu - would give them…read morefood-wise a 4. On the other hand, there's a staff member who functions both at the bar and as a server, who has one of the shittiest attitudes working at a restaurant. You know, the one who will flip his bitch-switch because he's having his monthly menstrual cycle when you're there? Yeah, that one. My thing is that if you're working at a place that is in the field of "hospitality" (e.g. restaurant, hotel), your personal problems take a backseat, and you are to provide a pleasant experience to your clientele. I do not care to receive any feeling of hostility because you cannot regulate your emotions because of your problems with whomever you're having a beef with. If you're contemplating whether to patronize this establishment, by all means avoid the person that has straight-ish shoulder length hair and that wears glasses. He has a very bitchy, snide, and condescending attitude that you'd want to avoid. As I said, the food is a 4, but this individual drops the rating for Yelp down to a 1.