OMG. This is definitely one of those hole-in-the-wall places that completely surprises you…read more We came here because our friend Warren recommended it, and now I understand why. It's tucked away in Oakland in a spot you might easily drive past without noticing. The setup is simple: order at the window, get a vibrating pager, then pick up your food when it's ready. They also have outdoor seating, which is perfect if you're bringing your dog along. They offer all kinds of silog meals, and honestly, before coming here, I thought all silog places were pretty much the same. While standing in line, I had no clue what to order. The special that day was the G Fire Short Ribs, and I kept going back and forth between trying something new or playing it safe. I ended up getting the pork tocino silog, and for the second dish, I almost ordered the spare short ribs. Thank God I got the G Fire Wings instead. OMG. OMG. OMG. These are hands down the BEST wings I've had in the Bay Area. The skin is crispy and crunchy, but the moment you bite in, the meat is unbelievably juicy. Seriously, when do you ever get wings that are actually juicy? Most wings are dry. Not these. The flavor, the sauce, the seasoning--everything is absolutely incredible. It's the kind of food that makes you lick every finger afterward. If it were socially acceptable to eat the bones too, I probably would have. And here's the funny thing: while I was in line, it seemed like everyone ordering was getting the G Fire Wings. Now I know why. If this place were closer to where I live, I'd be here all the time. I'm still thinking about those wings days later. The good news is we go to Oakland at least once a month for hiking and camping, and now Lucky Three Seven is officially part of the tradition. It'll either be our reward after finishing a hike or our stop before heading to camp. Thank you, Warren, for recommending this place. You absolutely nailed it. Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambience: 5/5 (simple, casual, outdoor pet-friendly seating) Parking: Street parking; may take a little patience depending on the time of day.

In a nutshell; Good food, little to no parking, very ghetto…read more Went to try the sinigang wings but they didn't seem to be selling them anymore (at the time of this review) STILL the wings that they were selling really good. There's a bench or two or a few seats for outdoor dining but probably best to just grab your food and go. Managed to park by the neighborhood close by, though the area made me feel like my tires were going to get taken and what not. Still I gave this place 4 stars in hopes that maybe it boosts the store into branching out onto better spots or increase the overall area's value by supporting the local businesses around and in turn make the place be less ghetto.

Such a cute restaurant with a lively atmosphere. The staff are welcoming and the food was so…read moreflavorful. Will definitely be back to try out other items on the menu!

Came here on a Friday for lunch, we tried to come a few months ago but it's as closed on a Tues…read more The food was so amazing. My friend and I ordered the Pork Adobo, garlic rice , Lechon Kawali, and the Pancit. Every dish was so flavorful! We had the Baby and Junior mango drinks. Both were good The service was attentive and ambiance super chill. Will definitely be coming back! Friend already is planning to bring her out -of-town family when they come to visit early next month. It's a treat to have a Filipino food place that is so good, especially since there is not many around.

I celebrated my birthday here and had about 50+ guests. I hired a DJ and plugged into their A/V…read moresystem. We partied until they closed. There was plenty of space with a great view! Lumpia and wings are the perfect food to eat throughout the day. Thank you, Alex! I hope Lumpia Company is around for a long time. p.s. I know this place is called Lumpia Company but their wings are must try. Highly underrated!

I want to love it so much, but I think the challenges of running a business in Oakland is starting…read moreto strain the service and the quality of the lumpia company. Living in the area, we are in a food desert, and they are one of two places that I would go to for lunch or dinner options when I don't want to cook. At first the quality and service was great, now it just feels like they are shortstaffed, and the quality of the food has gone down in my opinion. Hoping that they address this as they are a great community gathering spot and they have so much potential.

This is such a cool fusion spot. As a proud filipino, I love finding places that showcase filipino…read moreflavors. I loved the decorations & design of the restaurant, especially the mural! The staff was friendly and the food came out fairly quickly. We ordered Sinigang Wings, Tosilog Burrito, the Sisig Burrito, the Calamansi-Ginger Limeade, and the Pandan Iced Tea. The Sinigang wings were good, but could use a bit more Sinigang flavor. The dipping sauce was sooooo good though. I loved the Tosilog burrito, because I am truly the biggest tocino lover. My boyfriend liked his sisig burrito, but wished the flavors were a little more filipino forward. The Calamansi-Ginger Limeade was sooooo delicious and refreshing, but I would not get the Pandan Iced tea again. Overall, I will definitely be back! I thought the food was really good, and such a fun way to enjoy some filipino fusion flavors.

A special unique take on the tasty fusion of Filipino and Mexican cuisine bundled up in a delicious…read moreburrito. Burritos are just so comforting. A friend of mine really wanted to check out the Rapper Artist P-Lo inspired Burrito that consists of their classic burrito topped with Sweet Longaniza, a fried egg, and their savory Stunna Sauce (fiery habenero salsa). It was damn tasty with that egg yolk dripping down the side of the burrito. Support your local business!

The pick up system at the ghost kitchen was confusing, but the food is amazing. You can tell its…read moremade to order. The la carte portions are great as well. Wait can take long but definitely worth it.

Normally I like their food.. I doordash from it. it's a bit pretentious in pricing considering the…read morepretty cheap ingredients. Coming fro ma chef.. you guys really need to work on your Adobo. I have considered just cooking my own at home from now on, You've taught me to stop being lazy. Your Pork adobo was extremely salty, and dry. I didn't enjoy it at all, but I grew hating to waste food. So I forced myself to eat that dry and salty entree. Please.. fix this and I'll reconsider my rating. Other than that, I've tried your Sisig, (great) longanisa, kinda hard to mess that up, but good. Willing to give one more chance, but for now, not worth it. Sorry.

First time here This spot has been on my bucket list for…read moresometime now My friend and I came on St Patrick's day Venue is In door/outdoor Inside is a full bar and arcade games They sell snacks/small bites Venue is kid friendly and pet friendly ... There was like a little flea market going on as you enter Vibe is cool Drama free on this particular day the music was like techno vibes Parking ...... Street parking only I saw a bunch of broken glass all over the side walk We risked it all and parked on the street Thankfully my car wasn't violated I would definitely come back here again Maybe next time take a Lyft or Uber to prevent car break in

Really neat venue I stumbled across when I went to hear The Prototype play for a non-profit event…read more I loved the whole ambiance of the place: hanging lights, cheap drinks, memorable staff, abd delicious food late at night. The fundraising event was a success, and apparently there was a birthday party being hosted at the same time. It's a wonderful space for music and dancing. I'd love to check it out during warmer Oakland nights, although I'm not sure how warm the nights are out here since it's so close to the waterfront. Located along a historic corridor in Oakland, it's a funky place to grab a drink and enjoy some Filipino cooking. Tip: Tip your staff! Bartenders may be open to tips in shot form.

Living down the block for years this is the first time I've been to kitchen story. The weekends…read morewhen I would drive by seems like there's always a lot of people here so I made a reservation reservations online and you have the option to choose if you want to sit outside inside or upstairs. I reserved for three to sit in the main dining room. The next day we arrived right on time for our reservation and still had to wait about 10-15 minutes and was asked if we could sit outside and then we were seated upstairs. I was a little bummed we didn't get to sit in the lower dining room like I booked on our reservations. It was still cute upstairs and good company always makes brunch even better. The servers were quick and helpful. I wanted something light so I just ordered the chicken and waffle bites. My husband got French toast and a side of chicken and my friend got a main entrée of a sandwich with some fries and a little soup. All of the food that came out looked amazing even at other people's tables. For brunch, the price is a little pricey, but I would like to come back to try other entrées when I'm more hungry. We asked one of our servers if he had a light as I brought a little candle to celebrate my friend's birthday, and as he lit it, he also decided to join in with us as we sang happy birthday, which I thought was really sweet. He did not have to do. He even got other tables around us to sing happy birthday as well. It felt like a special moment for my friend, which was a nice surprise. I did really appreciate this part and look forward to coming back.

We visited Kitchen Story for a spontaneous Mother's Day brunch. I will say this is a popular brunch…read morespot, so be prepared for a bit of a wait. We arrived shortly after 10am and our wait was just under 30 minutes. The restaurant is cozy (on the smaller side) but has an interesting layout. There's seating both indoors, outside, and upstairs. You may have to squeeze by a few tables to make your way to the restroom. Customer service was friendly and attentive. Pricing for food & drinks was a bit high. Our total for 2 entrees and 2 drinks was $60 before tip. We ordered two drinks (orange juice and an iced mocha) which were provided promptly. The orange juice was a little too sour and my mom had to add some sugar to improve the taste. The iced mocha was good, not too sweet. One thing to note the wait for our food took much longer than expected, and it may have been due to how busy it was. My mom opted to order the salmon yuzu benedict and I got an egg plate (scrambled eggs) with a side green salad. My mom mentioned the potatoes lacking salt but she enjoyed the salmon benedict. I thought the scrambled eggs were good, but slightly bland & needed salt and pepper. The side green salad was alright, but the vinaigrette had a bitter aftertaste. Overall, the meal was pretty good and timing wasn't the best. I'd likely return for brunch on a non-peak day. Definitely recommend joining the yelp waitlist prior to arriving if you can!

This place is awesome! Loved the fried chicken sandwich - and the people and vibe were the best!…read moreI'm looking forward to going back and exploring their menu! Super cool bonus that it's a worker owned restaurant with a great mission! It's easy to think of things in an isolated and transactional way - ignoring, basically, where our hard earned money is going after the purchase. With the Understory not only does the money stay in the community (vs a billionaire or private equity company ..or a garden variety corporation located God knows where) but it's also going to building a better Oakland and a better, more just society. What could be better?! Great food, great vibes, and a great project - for all of us!

Hosted my birthday here in April. The best! We had a kamayan lunch and mahjong to follow. The staff…read morewere so accommodating and even made me some surprise ube brownies for dessert. Everyone loved the food and the drinks never disappoint. Everything was delicious. The ube butter with the warm pan de sal - so simple, comforting and delicious. I love the fried oyster mushrooms and I don't even like mushrooms. The ube waffles are crisp and chewy. The kamayan spread is really a work of art. Ok, even the grapes were good. We took them to go. Nothing was going to waste. As we were wrapping up lunch, the staff helped set up a table for mahjong. We brought a couple of sets from home. Everyone loved learning and re learning how to play. Will definitely be hosting another mahjong night for a group event. Love this community space. Understory encapsulates the communal Filipino culture and the community in Oakland.

This is definitely a hidden gem and worth the drive from SF. They also are perfect for catering…read morepickup. The food is super delicious and reminds me of my grandma's cooking. I thoroughly enjoyed the healthy turkey lumpia. Most recently, I ordered a large tray of lumpia for a holiday potluck. The owners were super accommodating and they even timed it so that the lumpia came piping hot for pickup. They texted me before the pickup just to time everything accordingly in case I was running late. Last, they even gave us 4 lumpias "for the road" knowing we probably wouldn't resist eating some on the way to the party. You must try this spot. Oh yeah, stocked up on their Atchara. I bought two jars worth so hopefully it'll last me a week or so since it'll be eating it with everything.

This family owned small business has earned my heart with top notch service, Reliable hours, and…read morerelaxing hospitality with a dope outdoor patio. I plan on coming here with my whole family and coworkers.

I was happy to find this friendly place in a non-descript hideaway strip mall with a tidy open…read moredining area during a weekday lunch outing. Their famous buffet was not offered during the week at the time, just weekends, so a good excuse for me to come back another time soon. They had an extensive menu and I chose several mothwatering options for takeaway: Beef Pares Pork Sisig Pinakbet with Pork Belly The food was fresh with truly authentic flavors and exceptional textures (hint: crispy pork belly!). The portions were fairly priced for the generous size. I definitely can't wait to try more of their delicious dishes at a weekend buffet in the near future! Their catering menu seemed intriguing, extensive, and fairly priced for future party reference!

As other reviewers have said, it is the customer service that is severely lacking. This place is…read morenot cheap, or even affordable. We went yesterday because we had family visiting and wanted to treat them to an authentic Filipino meal. We spent over $200 and tipped well. They were happy with the food, and enjoyed the portions, but the service was pretty lacking. We were the only table there. The did not check on us at all. We had to ask for water to be refilled. When it came time to take food to go, we had to ask for the container, bags, and the right sized containers and the right sized bags. The older woman with the jet black hair was the one who rude and dismissive. When I asked her for a larger bag, she said that was the largest one. I pointed out that we gave them a very generous tip and that I see larger brown bags, but she still did not offer me one. She was very defensive, and said she thought I was referring to a plastic bag. Folks, don't make the mistake of over tipping here. You don't get the service you expect and deserve. The food is good though, but the service sucks! We spent, with the tip, about $240.