It was great! I'm a New Orleans transplant and this place immediately reminded me of my grandmother's blackberry dumplingsshe'd found a secret stash of blackberry bushes in a vacant lot Great place, great food! Two thumbs way up! read more

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This place was so cute! Came here for the first time. Love the space. Clean bathrooms! Service was on point! Very attentive which I appreciated! The food was ok. The portions weren't impressive but "just enough". The chai latte with oat milk was probably the best thing I had here. I'm open to trying it again and trying something new on the menu! Overall, not a bad first impression. read more

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Still one of my favorite neighborhood spots for breakfast and brunch -- such friendly service and cozy atmosphere. read more

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Each time I've been here I have received good service. The wait time has always been very reasonable and the mood of the location has always been pleasant. I'd say the best way to describe the atmosphere that I've witnessed is that most patrons I've encountered have usually chosen this restaurant as a place to meet family or friends to catch up on lost time. I'd say that, that makes for an enjoyable dining experience. One thing I unfortunately have to note, is that the food has always been average. It absolutely has never been bad, but it's never been anything special to where I'd ever go out of my way to come here again. To say it best, if you are looking for a good place for breakfast or lunch and you want to sit down and enjoy a meal with company, Blackberry Bistro is a decent place for anyone to accomplish just that. 3/5 read more

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Blackberry Bistro never disappoints! Today I had the prawn and grits. Absolutely delicious. It's a small restuarant, but they easily accomodated my party of big guys. Great service, good portions, excellent prices. This is a must try when in Oakland. read more

Blackberry Bistro - Prawn and grits. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

Nice breakfast, loved the dirty chai in the large saucer. The chai was creamy with nice touch of cinnamon. The breakfast food was pretty good. Service was fast and friendly. read more

Blackberry Bistro - dirty chai - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

TLDR: affordable brunch prices + available seats = winning combination! My friend and I stopped on Sunday for brunch and ordered a pot of delicious chai. The waitress brought us oat milk as creamer. Her breakfast of eggs Benedict was delish, better than my tofu scramble. The waitress was attentive, checked in on our food and topped off our water. The atmosphere was cheery and friendly. read more

A Glenview Treasure! Blackberry Bistro is truly one of the best spots in Glenview! The food is always amazing, fresh, and full of flavor, and the service is absolutely exceptional. The staff goes above and beyond every single time -- especially Helen and Betsy, who make you feel welcomed the moment you walk in. They are simply the best! My 10-year-old daughter and her friends adore this place. It has become their favorite breakfast and lunch spot, and now I completely understand why. We recently celebrated her birthday brunch here, and it couldn't have been more perfect. The team made it so special for her and our family, creating a wonderful experience we will always remember. If you're looking for delicious food, warm hospitality, and a place that truly cares about its customers, Blackberry Bistro is the place to go. Highly recommend! read more

The new owners are wonderful. They are so welcoming and make you feel right at home, just like a sweet little neighborhood diner should. They kept the menu for brunch the same, but they execute it with a lot of finesse and flavor. The prices are lower than most brunch places around the area right now, so it feels like such a treat all around. I absolutely love the mushroom with goat cheese and herbs omelette. Go on the weekend... I think that's when they make the very best food. read more

I was craving a sandwich in the Glenview area and Blackberry Bistro called to me. The vibe is relaxed and friendly, the server welcomed us to a table of our choice and returned promptly with waters and menus. My BLT was DELICIOUS. Bacon was perfectly done and the produce was fresh and tasty. I loved the fries too, thin-cut and just the right amount of crisp on the outside. My friend was happy with her salad, and we both agreed we'd return to Blackberry Bistro again when in the neighborhood. read more

Great food (pancakes+bacon and a BLT) , very friendly staff, reasonable prices, highly recommend it.

I came here for the first time on New Year's Day. They were a server down so there was a little bit of a wait, but the servers were so nice and thanked us for waiting. And the food was really good too. They made a substitution for me and didn't charge me extra. I got the florentine Benedict but asked for potatoes instead of the biscuit due to my gluten intolerance, which they did with a smile and it was delicious. Would totally recommend! read more

Tried out this spot for the first time, experienced a bit of a wait (party of 6) but nothing a mimosa can't fix! Food was very tasty, all dishes came out from the kitchen at the same time. The jam (blackberry I believe? ) took the gold medal for me it was delish on a piece of toast. read more

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Hidden gem off Park blvd in Oakland . Sister decided on this place after seeing it on tv. Small spot on the corner with seating outside if want . Greeted by everyone upon entering . Great decor on the walls . We had a party of 7 so it was a big group. They put a few tables together to accommodate us. Upon sitting menu's were handed out . Breakfast and lunch is available on the menu with a few tasty looking items . Different items were ordered as we would share and try it out as this was our 1st time here. Food came out hot and we were impressed like I said it was 7 of us at the table . I must say that the buttery French toast was a hit !! The best I've ever had and I had to thank the owner and chef personally !! Overall family enjoyed the meals that were made and will return with other family members to enjoy this place . I will share pics of some of the items we shared . Can't wait for next time read more

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The people who work there are very kind, and the food is amazing! I love the hot chocolate and their prawns and grits! I love the paintings and decor as well in there! Definitely would try again!! read more

We met our friends here last Saturday. They live near by and suggested breakfast here. It was very good! I had a omelette which was very nicely done. The inviting interior was cozy, bright and comfortable to eat and visit with our friends. On street parking made it easy for me as I walk with a cane and got close to the place. The young ladies serving us were prompt to greet us, patiently gave us time to look over the menu, took our order and continued to be attentive to our needs. I can see why locals would be return customers!! read more

Lunch at noon on a Wednesday for 5 seniors, a toddler & and a baby. Everyone found something on the menu that was appetizing. Ordered the large sandwiches with potato fries: tuna melt, burger, fish. Other guests enjoyed the brunch options: eggs Benedict and grits and a vegetarian dish. Friendly, attentive service. Cozy atmosphere, with small tables and window bench seats. Park Blvd. street parking full so we had to search neighborhood side streets for parking. Will definitely return to this local small business to try the dinner menu. read more

This was an expensive disappointment. The shrimp and grits dish wasn't seasoned, the biscuit wasn't great - it was dry. The food took a while even though it wasn't crowded. The positives I can say: The bacon was delicious. The environment was nice. The service was decent. I will not be returning. read more

So delicious every time I come here. It's one of the last places where they actually serve water in a glass cup instead of plastic cups. I had to California florentine breakfast with added regular bacon. Oatmilk latte was on point as well. read more

Blackberry Bistro - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

I wrote a great review but Yelp deemed it too long at three sentence. Go there, the salmon Holy Smoke is amazing ! read more

Blackberry Bistro - Great food but Yelp is not letting me write my long, positive review! Please try this place it's amazing - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

I stopped by blackberry bistro early on a Tuesday morning for breakfast. This is the second time I've been to the restaurant. Just as before, I found the service to be very friendly and the food was delicious. I had the California eggs Benedict. The eggs were poached perfectly. The hollandaise sauce was lovely. The addition of avocado really made it all creamy and good. I also really like their biscuits. This was served on a biscuit instead of an English muffin. the biscuit soaked up the hollandaise and the egg yolk perfectly. The meal also came with a lovely side salad with a tasty vinaigrette dressing. It perfect complimented to the richness of the eggs Benedict. read more

Haven't had restaurant food this great since before the Covid shut down. Plenty of options and reasonable prices. Excellent food and service. Kept us quiet and smiling as we ate. read more

Came out here for a wedding, we decide to come here. Food is great quality in American diner space, staff is friendly, space is quite lovely with a good view and plenty of access on a Saturday afternoon. Big selling point was the tea here. Definitely will be coming back next time we head up north. read more

The best potato pancakes and homemade applesauce I have ever had. What a find! Coffee was excellent too

We stopped here today on Xmas on our way to spend the day with family. We placed our order at 1 and there were three tables who were seated after us. They were all served, ate and left before we even got a word. After a whole one hour, they brought us an order that was the 4th table that were seated after us which of course we didn't take. Then the server informed us that they actually didn't really place our order in the kitchen and we have been waiting for nothing. I can understand the holiday rush and staffing shortage but not even checking up once in a whole hour to why the food isn't ready is unacceptable. The server apologized to us and we left but hungrier and annoyed. Organization isn't really on the menu. read more

Enjoyed brunch. Wait service was exceptionally friendly and helpful. Ambulance, airy with a nice flow. Menu with enough choices to satisfy any taste. My friend has potato latke that she enjoyed and my grits, bacon and poached perfectly eggs. Very nice!!! read more

Great atmosphere with a neighborhood feel. I'm not from the area (Los Angeles) but I could definitely feel and see the sense of community. The food was great and the dirty chai lattes were excellent. Will be back here anytime I'm in Oakland read more

2nd time for Brunch. Everyone loved what they ordered. The women who run this bistro are so nice & friendly. The tea & chai in iron teapots is lovely. We had fish sandwiches, pancakes, omelets. Look forward to returning! read more

Bringing my review over from DoorDash because I'm hangry and disappointed: The quality and portion size of this meal was insulting. I haven't been to this place in years, and was craving the "Down South"plate I remembered. The eggs and bacon were decent. The grits were watery and I received maybe two tablespoons worth? The skillet potatoes were burnt and also another sorry sized portion. I received no grilled tomato even though it's in the menu description. The biscuits were dry and overcooked and definitely not buttermilk. They need to get someone in there that actually understands southern cooking. read more

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This neighborhood brunch place is a gem. Our meal was great & server was friendly. Prices were reasonable too. Street parking only. read more

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The staff was friendly and the restaurant was clean. But they didn't seem to understand a basic modification to our order. The real issue: We ordered poached eggs, easy -- they came out nearly hard-boiled. Both plates. When food is prepared that poorly, the right thing to do is politely let them know, and leave. It may feel dramatic, but it sends a clear message. To their credit, they comp'd the meal and were very apologetic. I also apologized -- but I couldn't in good conscience stay and eat. read more

Our first time at Blackberry Bistro and it was one of the best breakfasts we've ever had in the Bay! Sally took great care of us and made the whole family feel so welcome. Great spot for kids. The California Benedict, crepe suzette, and the French toast with caramelized bananas were all incredible. We will absolutely be back! read more

This is a review of the secret dinner spot, African/Eritrean food (NOT the brunch place- I've been for brunch and it was overpriced and meh). This needs a separate yelp page because it's one of Oakland's best hidden gems. People are sleeping on this place, most likely because they don't know it exists. The bistro turns into a completely different restaurant for dinner each night 5-10PM. Food is incredible, very flavorful with lots of options (even vegan). Portions are generous and dishes are reasonably priced. Staff is very friendly and made great recommendations. My husband and I both had a Sambusa appetizer (his had meat, mine was veggie). Flaky, crispy, flavorful goodness. The sauce they served it with was amazing. I had the Kantisha (mushroom), which was vegan, and they were able to make it for me without onions. It also had a side of an okra dish, which in not usually a fan of, but this was very good. Perfectly spicey and tons of flavor. My husband had the meat combination, he ordered it spicy but said it wasn't very spicy. The lamb was very tender and it exploded with flavor from all the spices it was marinated in. We were also served a ton of injera with our dishes and had leftovers to take home. My husband had a beer as well. Part of me wants to keep this a hidden secret (we only found out from a friend), but they deserve a lot more business. They said they aren't able to update their website with their hours but are open everyday from 5-10PM. Check them out! read more

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This was my second time I've gone to Blackberry Bistro in the last 10 years and it did not disappoint. The service is excellent, the ambiance is incredible, quaint and nicely decorated. I ordered the Vanilla Orange French Toast and the flavor was out of this world. The vanilla and orange complimented one another and along with the exterior crunch that led into the soft interior, it was just the perfect bite. The Chai Latte was flavorful, great spicy flavor and not too sweet. My son ordered the Hamburger and enjoyed the flavors. He said the only thing to make it better would have been cheese. I had a great overall experience and will definitely be back, sooner rather than later. read more

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I eat a lot of pancakes. I love pancakes. I have eaten pancakes at 60 different breakfast joints in Oakland. I think this is the first place I felt deserved a review. So it must be special. They have a variety of pancakes. My favorite is the Orange Buttermilk ones. They really are some of the best cakes I have eaten. My wife and I have eaten breakfast there about once a month for the last 3 months. I think we will continue to frequent the Bistro especially as the weather is warmer and the outside tables have a great Southern exposure. The stall and food are great and I think no matter what you order you will be quite satisfied. read more

Blackberry Bistro - Orange Buttermilk Pancakes are special - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

stopped by for breakfast on our way back to LA. So glad we closed our trip with this outing! it was such a great experience. kind and attentive service. the food was great, their tuna melt was one of the best i've had. you can tell a lot of care goes into the food. we brought our dog and sat outside, plenty of space to sit with a pup and a few friends. our server even brought out a little water bowl for him, which was much appreciated. We will definitely be coming back next time we visit! no fuss, just good food + coffee and immaculate vibes read more

We stopped at this Bistro after not eating g here for years. I'd recalled the food was really great (if not at a slightly higher price point) many years ago. If we thought we'd get anywhere near the quality and expedience of service from yesteryear, I was sadly mistaken. Indeed after the following, we simply walked out: 1. The waitress took excessively long to even bring menus and water 2. We watched as an employee brought ready to eat fruit in to the restaurant from the trunk of his car. Notwithstanding that this is a violation of safe handling procedures, it's also highly unhygienic to transport strawberries for a restaurant customer in the trunk with e.g., your kids' sports clothes and a spare tire. Our last visit here for sure. Sad because this used to be a great spots read more

I wanted to like this place. It's a local restaurant near my house. They are open when other nearby breakfast places are closed. I thought it could tick all those boxes. I ordered a basic breakfast, the Glenview Special. 2 Eggs, fried potatoes. A freshly baked biscuit and Apple Wood bacon were additional. Nothing about this meal stood out honestly. Except that my bacon was burnt. You know that brown color of bacon when it's over cooked in a microwave? If I had dropped it on the floor, it would have exploded into a million pieces. Ordinary food and service in an exquisite location. I'll go back to my favorite place a few doors down the block for breakfast next time. read more

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Blackberry Cafe Oaktown Awesome place. Was broken down in Oakland from the streets lol. Rebecca and Betsy were so courteous gave me a FREE Mango drink while waiting for AAA - Tim Ben 3-8-25 1:47 PM Cali time. Shout out to Wellington Cafe Barkeep Hansen of NArizona served a nice Indian Pale Ale like my Dad Joe liked RIP. Brianna pointed to a Kids menu. Will be 4.95 stars only because of the ckosed Men's Bathroom but shout out to a Family Gender Neutral Bathroom. Let's go Surfing. read more

It's my first time back under the new ownership, and I absolutely loved it. Park Avenue is in a very nice and quiet neighborhood where you can truly relax and enjoy a cup of coffee or breakfast. I tried the bacon omelette and it was delicious! The service was excellent, and I can definitely recommend this place. I'll definitely be back . thank you! read more