This place remains the best spot on College Ave. Great food, super friendly staff (looking at you…read moreJessica, Lucinda, Ada, and Christian!) and delicious drinks. The definition of a "neighborhood bar".

I've been in quite a few times for lunch and to grab drinks with friends. The atmosphere is always…read morevibrant and busy in the evenings. Perfect place to watch the game. Food comes out quick even for how crowded it can be. I usually grab the Buffalo chicken sandwich, chicken club, or the burger which are all always delicious! The fries are addicting, crispy, and hot. Was really excited to see mead there this last visit! The jamaica by SideTrack was super tasty for warm day, I even got a second glass! Will be back for sure!

A friend brought catfish from this spot to a meeting, and it was absolutely fantastic. I had to ask…read morewhere he got it, and I placed an order the same day. The catfish was perfectly fried--crispy, flavorful, and fresh. The phone ordering experience was easy and pleasant, and my order was ready in about 15 minutes. I especially appreciated that they still took my order even though they were closing in 20 minutes. That level of customer service really stood out. I'll definitely be coming back!

No Parking!!! No…read moreParking!!!! Street Parking !! Non Existent!! Waited half an hour for a parking spot!!!

The public market was bustling, airy, and welcoming on a Saturday afternoon…read more I have always wanted to try this place - and it didn't disappoint. The staff were great! They even gave me a little bit of vinegar to go with my bowl. (There was a red sauce that came with the bowl). I got the branzino rice bowl - which came with a red sauce. The fish was freshly cooked, and the combination of vegetables, seed, and fluffy rice was just perfect on a cold day. I liked the creamy carrot concoction, along with the preserved vegetable - the flavor combination was on point. The arugula added a a slight punch to the bowl. I ended up eating this bowl over 2 meals. Will be back!

Great service and I like the location because you can get drinks or desserts from other…read morerestaurants. I got the fish and chips. The fish tasted fresh, with a great batter crust. The tartar sauce was horrible though- tasted like straight mayonnaise. The fries were just okay. I'll try it again but with sweet potato fries.

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.

Service and staff: - Bartenders were nice and answered our…read morequestions regarding recommendations - Tables and bar seats available Food and Drinks: - Blood Orange and pomegranate cider: opted to get this despite it being in a can. It was good! - Pickle jar: fun little jar of picked veggies and an egg - Chili cheese fries: these were a unique twist on chili cheese fries. Delicious and filling - Fries: comes with a good amount - tasty Miscellaneous: - Good for small to medium groups. Looks like there's a back private room available for a larger group though as a large group came out of the back and walked past the bar at one point - They have a dinner menu and a "late night snacks" menu that takes effect around 10pm (that's when the chili cheese fries came out) - Parking is available via metered street parking

Consistent service, taste and delivery. Their seafood is fresh and fried well. Complementing sides…read moredon't disappoint

Overcooked fish, expensive, and long wait…read more Spotted this place while nearby and decided to try it. I was very disappointed. The fish n chips were BAD. The fish was rubbery and thin.. The fries were okay and extra sauce was an extra cost. Not coming back.

I came to the Public Market for the first time. It's a nice spot to come to eat and hang out. I…read moredidn't know they had all of this here. I ordered the brazino sandwich, I thought it was really delicious, it really hit the spot. The service was timely and acceptable

I ordered the 2 piece fish and chips. The batter on the outside of the fish was the most tolerable…read morepart of this meal. The fry's tasted freezer burned. If you want good fish and chips I would suggest the fish market in the Rock Ridge market.

In addition to a weekly pub menu, Chef Reuben and his wife Rosa host an extensive and delicious…read moreSunday Mexican pop-up brunch menu from 9am-2pm. They serve everything from huevos rancheros to pozole with fresh housemade salsa, fries and chips. You can also order a mimosa, beer, wine, juice and milk. Portions are huge so there might be enough to tide you over till dinner. Atmosphere is friendly and personable. Outdoor tables are available and there's a great tree for kids to climb. A separate space called "The Place" is suitable for larger groups, privacy or a room in which kids can run around. Games and books are available. Dogs are welcome and Chef can be talked into giving them a piece of bacon! It's a warm, relaxed and friendly environment for all. As this is a pop-up call to make sure it's open Sunday morning. 510-879-7080

Great little place nestled in the woods. Stumbled upon after a hike for lunch. Rosa the owner was a…read moredelight, family run. Neighborhood friendly. Taps and mimosas, indoor or beautiful outdoor tables... it's just chilled water Food was soooo good! I tried their carne asada torta and took a bowl of their pozole to-go for dinner- with all the fixings and homemade chips on the side. Hands down one of the best I've had in quite a while Can't wait to go again!

Forge is a great place to go on the warm sunny days! They have indoor and outdoor seating love that…read morethe outdoor seating is dog, friendly, and often a great place to grab an appetizer and a beer! This time around my husband and I had our date night indoors as it was raining and was still pretty awesome servers were helpful and the food came out quick and was so good! We shared a pizza and a fried chicken sandwich and definitely took food home! When in Rockridge definitely check out this little pizza and burger spot! They have happy hour too !

Food: Yummy Ambiance: Quite Nice, Interior is done very…read morewell. Patio is enjoyable Service: Meh I had to get up to refill our waters and had to ask multiple times for someone to turn on the portable heater Suggesting a 25% Tip on Bill: You got to be f×(@kin joking!

Good customer service. Today was my second time getting take out. Fish and chips both times, and…read morethe tamarind agua fresca. Same quality and taste as the first time. It's all about the batter! and they have nailed it :) You get 2 LARGE pieces of fish: it definitely can be split between 2 people. Thanks to Berkeleyside for the write up during Lent! Just what I needed for Fish Fridays during Lent :)

I really wanted to like this place because we need a good oyster spot in this neighborhood. Here's…read morea quick breakdown: Came here for Mother's Day to try some place new. Walked in. No one greeted us. Wasn't sure where to go. Went to the register. Waited a minute for someone to come out. Ordered the clam chowder, dozen oysters and fish & chips with a glass of mystery orange wine. Decided to sit outside in the back patio. Table was dirty from previous guest which usually doesn't bother me be ut little things started adding up. Service took a while. Oysters came out first. 20 min. They were fresh and delicious. Just enough to get the palette opened up. $46 though? Way overpriced but was willing to overlook since it is Mother's Day. Next up - clam chowder, 10 min after they took the tray for the oysters. Smallest bowl I ever saw. Flavor was good. Temperature was luke warm. Broth was thin. $10. Not worth it. Last was the fish and chips. 10 min after picking up the chowder bowl. Portion looked good enough to make up for the small clam chowder, except it was under seasoned. Fish texture was a bit dry too. Fries were meh. Between the overall vibe...the overpriced items...the time between dishes...and the lack of flavor, I will continue my search for an oyster spot in this neighborhood.

Date: 3/27/2026 Time: 7:25 PM 68° Cool…read more My male companion asked where I wanted to have dinner this evening. I had a taste for Chilean sea bass. A search on this website resulted in Marica having it on their menu. He booked a 7:30 PM reservation for two. We arrived early. What started out as a not too pleasant experience for us was the attitude of the guy who greeted us when we entered the restaurant. Attitude bordered on rudeness (3 star). We somewhat tolerated it, not knowing what to expect next. The restaurant was filled with diners, and the only available seating was not far from the front door. Oh, the chill was in the air, and my not wearing a sweater and/or light jacket to stay warm had me shivering. I had to brave the element (LOL). Since there was no Chilean sea bass on their daily special menu, it took a little longer for my companion and I to peruse the menu, and decide what entrees we were willing to have. Usually I would order an Arnold Palmer as a beverage; however, this time I decided to be adventurous - reisling peach spritz please - to whet my appetite. My date had the Temescal pilsner. Eats: Grilled salmon arange ginger saffron blanc beurre, roasted potatoes and vegetables. Korean short ribs, honey garlic gochujang marinade, mashed potatoes and vegetables. Our meals were on point and bomb-diggity delicious. The arange ginger saffron was perfect with the carrot. It reminded me of glazed carrots. The green beans were fresh and not overcooked. Ooh, the Korean pork ribs were tender and that sauce was sweet and had a subtle kick of spiciness. (Definitely a perfect complement for the pork ribs.) I have to admit the chef knew how to burn. Food tasted so good that figuratively speaking y'all gotta slap the cook and his mama. Ambiance: Comfy and casual. Despite the dining area is small, still it is a great restaurant for dining on a Friday evening. From my perspective and vivid imagination with the indoor lighting, it exuded a romantic atmosphere. Only in my mind I can hear soft jazz in the background. What convinced me to give Marica a 5 star rating? It was none other than Enriqueta, our waitress. She was pleasant, attentive and so accommodating. The chef lost our order ticket; thus, the wait time for our meal took a bit longer than we anticipated. She came to the rescue and comped us with dessert - chocolate souffle with homemade vanilla ice cream. It certainly was a gesture of kindness to have my date and me smiling from ear to ear. Return visit? Yes, mos def...not the rapper for Chilean sea bass. Enriqueta said I can always call to find out what their daily special is.

We made a reservation for Oakland Restaurant Week and decided on the black cod and the three course…read morespecial menu which consisted of fresh corn and shrimp cream soup sweet and delish, Prince Edward Island Mussels my fave, claypot salmon with signature rice which had a real kick to it, especially the rice, followed by orange creme brulee, tangy and tasty. Service was attentive. Somehow though we ordered the black cod we got the oxtail but notified them immediately and they replaced it with the black cod and gave us a complimentary pannacotta for the mistake. Food was great, just wish there wasn't a quick to the special rice