Fantastic cozy spot right next to the orinda theatre! Really good drinks, nice bartenders, and a…read morereally chill spot to have a tiki drink... bathrooms are in the theatre, so if your bladder is tiny, plan on a short trip next door

We dropped by here a few weeks ago, looking to wind down the night in a cozy, small venue. This…read moreplace was a lot of fun, a little Tiki room with unique drinks that brought back great childhood memories of the Disney Tiki Room. The space is quaint, with just a few tables available inside. While it is cozy and might not be for everyone, we thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere and our drinks. It was a great spot to relax.

Great drinks and great vibe cocktail lounge. The place is small so if a large group come it gets…read morecrowded quick.

Great little lounge. I will deff be back it's small but the drink I had was very good. It felt busy…read morewhen we went but it's a smaller place and it's behind Bart. I will deff be back to try other drinks I like the laid back feeling. Music was good not too loud I felt like it was enjoyable. There's not a ton of sitting but we were able to find a spot with another couple. Glad I found this place will deff be back.

Seriously, it's almost a joke to post anything other than 5 stars. I don't know how it's possible…read morefor Casa not to have at least a Michelin rating, much less a star. It's just shockingly good - EVERY SINGLE TIME!!! Pretty awesome bar too...

My family has been coming here for generations. There is nothing on the menu that isn't good. Best…read morefried chicken in the East Bay, hands down. Comes with a fresh biscuit and local honey. Prime rib is amazing as well. The interior makes this place what it is. Guns and saddles all over the wall is just perfect. Always great service. Will forever return.

Solid food, friendly service, and a fun space. Worth a return trip on a busier night to catch the…read morelive music. Good neighborhood spot, would go back. Hit it on a Sunday late afternoon, which turned out to be the move if you want a quiet early dinner. We ordered the grilled fish tacos, the beet salad, and the mushroom pizza, and everything was tasty. The fish was cooked right on, flaky and clean, with fresh pico on top. Plenty of food for the three dishes between us. Service was good and the staff was friendly without hovering. The space has a cool wood and corrugated metal look, with sports gear and brewery signs on the walls. There's a full bar with a solid beer list, a decent wine selection, and indoor or patio seating depending on your mood. Valet parking out front is a nice touch. Our server said Friday and Saturday nights get packed, with live music and good people watching, so the vibe shifts depending on when you go. Sunday afternoon was mellow and easy. If you want the energy, hit it on a weekend. If you want to actually hear the person across from you, go when we did. Going back to check out the live music for myself.

The food was good, but unfortunately the service left a lot to be desired. We ordered appetizers…read moreand were never given silverware or appetizer plates. When we asked our waitress for silverware, she responded by asking if we needed more, even though none had been provided in the first place. We also had to ask for straws four separate times and never received them. When the appetizer plates finally arrived, they were still wet and we had to dry them ourselves before using them. Throughout the meal, our waitress rarely checked on our table, making it difficult to get anything we needed. While we enjoyed the food, the poor service made the overall experience disappointing. Unless there are significant improvements in service, we will not be returning.

We finally made Sipeos the priority after walking past it for ages on our True Food trips next…read moredoor, and it earned the detour. California-Mediterranean spot with a big vegetarian focus, plenty of vegan and gluten-free options, and a solid cocktail and beer list to go with it. I had the Impossible Kefta, which was full of flavor and easily my favorite thing on the table. The Avocado Toast-ish held up too, piled with arugula, feta, and poached eggs. We finished with the Mediterranean Cocoa Mousse and it was worth every calorie. If you only order one thing, make it the kefta. The Turkish coffee deserves its own mention. I know my Turkish coffee, and this one was done right. Not burnt, thick and flavorful down to the last sip. Staff was friendly and on top of things. The indoor tables were all held by reservations, so they sat us at the bar, which turned out to be a nice perch anyway. Make a reservation if you want indoor seating, but the bar and the outdoor patio are both comfortable. Noise stayed low to average the whole time. We never had to raise our voices. Clean spot, well staffed. Parking is free for the first three hours in Broadway Plaza, so the logistics are easy. They serve brunch, lunch, and dinner, plus a happy hour Monday through Thursday with cheap bar bites and discounted drinks. Great experience start to finish. I'd come back for dinner or happy hour and bring friends next time.

Nice vegetarian mediterranean cuisine…read more Cold soup trio - 5* Large Mezze plate - 4* Hummus - 5* Whipped feta - 2* Romescu - 5* Cauliflower skewer plate - 3* Creamy Zatar - 3* Harissa - 3* Photos attached.

Lunch today. Vegetarian black bean chilli…read moreAnd a chopped salad. Both were fresh - pretty good Chilli needed more flavor and salad was small. Nice guys who I think are the owners.

I have never in my long life been to a restaurant with such a rude waiter! Unbelievable…read more We were a group of 7. It all started when one person in our group took out her phone to show a picture of her grandchild. The rude waiter came over and told her she wasn't allowed to use her phone in the restaurant! She wasn't talking, or messaging, she was just showing a photo. And....there were hardly any other customers there at the time! Then when we asked if we could get separate checks, he said 'no more than 4 checks'. That was fine, as we were 3 couples and one single. However, when it came time to pay the bill, the single person's check included someone else's food. She told the waiter she was leaving the amount for her own meal, which she did. She even included a tip. As we were leaving the waiter yelled at us that he could only give us 4 checks. I said 'that's all we asked for' but he insisted we asked for more. I asked him why he was being so rude to us, and he said WE were the ones who were rude! The guy was totally nuts. Someone thought he might be the owner but I don't know. He had an accent of some sort. Others in our group had experienced his rude behavior before. Anyway he's losing customers. We'll certainly never go back! I will mention that a second waiter (younger) who also helped us was very friendly and helpful. Update: after the owner's cynical response to my post, I noticed that he posted the following in more than one earlier review: "we have lately been hit with some fake reviews". Let me assure you mine is not a fake review!

Our go-to morning spot after a walk for years now. Lafayette Public House nails the coffee shop…read morebasics and then some. Plenty of espresso drinks, freshly brewed coffee with cheap refills, and a pastry case that always has something worth grabbing. The breakfast menu holds up too. Avocado smash on sourdough and the farm fresh egg sandwich are both solid picks if you want more than a pastry. The space is the real draw. Indoor seating if you want quiet, plus a big covered patio out back with string lights, wine barrel tables, and heaters for the colder months. It's a pleasant place to sit and talk without feeling rushed. A few tips if you're heading over: get there early for the best seats, and street parking out front is free until 10am. After that you're hunting. Kitchen closes at 2pm, so plan accordingly. I've only ever come for the morning routine, but they've got a full bar with craft cocktails, draft beer from local breweries like Fieldwork and Altamont, and wine by the glass. The evening side is on my list. If you live in the area and don't have a regular coffee spot yet, make this it.

We ordered the smashed avocado toast, including one with scrambled eggs, and everything was…read moredelicious. The service was smooth and very efficient. The two young ladies who helped my daughter and me were pleasant, friendly, and helpful apologies that I didn't catch your names! We also ordered a vanilla latte with sugar-free Torani vanilla (the absolute best!) and a matcha. The inside of the café is magnificent, but since it was such a beautiful day, we chose to sit outside, which was just amazing. The seating was very comfortable, and our food was brought out promptly. Thank you for the wonderful service and hospitality. We look forward to visiting again soon!

It's like walking into a jeweled box...rich, gem colors adorn the seating and a golden glow,…read morewelcomes you from the back of the restaurant, with the most delicate cocktails. I just wanted to stop in, and enjoy an afternoon before a hair appointment around the corner. Will definitely be coming back for lunch or dinner! Had their Aperol cocktail...beautifully shaken and garnished. Service was very lovely. Even the restroom is something out of Architectural Digest, I want to know who designed your establishment!!! Cheers.

The food was just not good :(…read more We came here Friday evening and ordered the deviled eggs and watermelon salad, both which were recommended by the server. The eggs were so salty, and the salad was just giant chunks of non-fresh tasting watermelon over like table spoon of feta cheese. When we were paying the bill, my friend told the server that the food was lacking (we left most of it) and he pretended like he didn't hear her.

Friday night date night at Lucuma was a win. We arrived right on time for our reservation and were…read morepromptly seated at the bar, which ended up being one of the highlights of the evening. The mixologists were friendly, professional, and impressive to watch. Everything was done with care - clean, sanitary, efficient, and clearly well-practiced. A lot of places could take notes. The cocktails were vibrant, fresh, creative, and genuinely delicious. The food somehow topped the drinks, everything came out quickly, hot, and packed with flavor. The standout for me was the mushroom empanadas. I still can't stop thinking about them. The mushrooms were incredibly tender and flavorful, and the pastry was perfectly flaky. 10/10 would recommend and can't wait to come back.

** 4 - 4.5 stars ** Visited for lunch and had a nice dining…read moreexperience. Traditional Peruvian with a bit of California-fusion is how I would describe Lacuma Kitchen and Bar. When you walk in, vibrant colors, plenty of greenery and a bright space with friendly and welcoming staff. Even the bathroom has a vibe. This visit I ordered: CEVICHE VERDE with Fish of the Day of rockfish. Fresh, raw white fish with great texture from the choclo (large-kernel Andean corn), toasted cancha (corn nuts), and slices of sweet potato. Dish is served raw, lightly marinated and made to order in a cilantro-based sauce with citrus with a bit of heat from aji limo (Peruvian pepper) - good but a tad salty. Served with plantains but unfortunately, not crispy and more soft and chewy. The trio of empanadas: chicken, beef, mushroom was accompanied with an aioli. Tasty! Friends enjoyed their dishes with no complaints. Lacuma Kitchen & Bar also has creative and quality cocktails/mocktails. Ordered the refreshing cucumber drink (recommendation by our server) as I didn't want anything with alcohol. Bright, fresh with some sweet from sugar and slight sour from the lime juice. Leo, our server was friendly, made suggestions and attentive. A great spot for date night, special dining event and lunch. Located on the corner of 17th/Franklin in Downtown Oakland. Would return to try their entrees.

My friend and I came here for some late night eats because they closed at 2am…read more We had a drink each. I didn't really know what I wanted to drink so I asked the service whatever is pink and pretty. she brought out a pretty pink tequila drink for it which I enjoyed a lot! I had the B.L.A.T burger and it was good. I like how the fries were small and crunchy. They didn't have honey mustard or ranch though so that was a little disappointing. The venue was pretty. It's not that big but they make do of the space and it's very cute in there.

Shattuck is full of fun bars to slip into, Tipsea being one of them. I've been here twice, and this…read morewas the first time trying snacks while here besides cocktails. Looking for an in-between spot (a sip and bite before dinner), we cozied up to the bar here for a quick cocktail and bar food snack. We ordered onion rings that came with the choice of a variety of sauces including Tikka Sauce, Siracha Mango, Sweet Chili, Korean BBQ, Hot Honey, and more. Both the cocktails and snacks came timely, and we enjoyed conversation and community chatting with other locals/tourists visiting Berkeley for a short time. The vibes are right in Tipsea and I dig the nautical ambiance/theme/play on words. Worthy of a stop through; street parking on Shattuck/paid garages nearby, but ride-share sometimes easiest for these locations. NA options available and full menu including burgers, a fried chicken sando, seafood options, other bar snacks including Navi's and loaded tots, and dessert.