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 Restaurant
 
Rating
 
California/
Tapas/
Mediterranean
15/20
 
5478 College Ave.
Oakland, CA 94618
510-655-6469
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 This hot-spot on Rockridge's culinary corridor just keeps drawing a crowd. Read GAYOT's A Cote Restaurant Review

 
 
American/
Southern/
Breakfast
13/20
 
4307 Telegraph Ave.
Oakland, CA 94609
510-601-9227
  
 Southern-inspired breakfast, brunch and lunch in a roomy-yet-homey neighborhood space. Read GAYOT's Aunt Mary's Cafe Restaurant Review

 
 
California/
Mediterranean
13/20
 
499 Ninth St.
Oakland, CA 94607
510-251-8770
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 An impressive Oakland establishment. Read GAYOT's B Restaurant Review

 
 
Bakery/
Desserts
Quick Bite
 
5098 Telegraph Ave.
Oakland, CA 94609
510-985-1213
  
 This neighborhood bakery offers Australian desserts as well as cookies, brownies and scones made from the best ingredients. Read GAYOT's Bakesale Betty Restaurant Review

 
 
Burgers/
American
Quick Bite
 
4162 Piedmont Ave.
Oakland, CA 94611
510-655-7180
  
 Still a classic place for burgers. Read GAYOT's Barney's Gourmet Hamburgers Restaurant Review

 
 
Burgers/
American
Quick Bite
 
5819 College Ave.
Oakland, CA 94618
510-601-0444
  
 Still a classic place for burgers. Read GAYOT's Barney's Gourmet Hamburgers Restaurant Review

 
 
Cambodian/
Southeast Asian/
Vegetarian
13/20
 
850 Broadway
Oakland, CA 94607
510-839-8815
  
 The modest, snug dining room belies the inspired Cambodian food that comes, steaming and fragrant, from the kitchen. Read GAYOT's Battambang Restaurant Review

 
 
California/
Mediterranean
15/20
 
3853 Piedmont Ave.
Oakland, CA 94611
510-655-6004
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 A restaurant that offers the seasonal cuisine of Italy and Spain, with bold flavors and careful presentation. Read GAYOT's Bay Wolf Restaurant Review

 
 
Vietnamese/
Noodles
12/20
 
338 12th St.
Oakland, CA 94607
510-893-8136
  
 This downtown Oakland eatery has a huge menu of Franco-Vietnamese plates, ranging from unusual to classic selections. Read GAYOT's Binh Minh Quan Restaurant Review

 
 
Indian/
Organic
13/20
 
948 Clay St.
Oakland, CA 94607
510-834-7684
  
 Improved accessibility enhances this eatery’s heartfelt daily selection of unique, savory Indian breads and dishes. Read GAYOT's Breads of India Restaurant Review

 
 
Burmese13/20
 
4721 Telegraph Ave.
Oakland, CA 94609
510-652-2900
  
 Enjoy shorter wait times than those in San Francisco for Burmese favorites such as rich samusa soup. Read GAYOT's Burma Superstar Restaurant Review

 
 
Taqueria/
Mexican/
Burritos
Quick Bite
 
5642 College Ave.
Oakland, CA 94618
510-658-6180
  
 The tortillas are lard-free, the chips are fried in safflower oil, and the meats are from high-quality purveyors. Read GAYOT's Cactus Taqueria Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian/
Café/
Sandwiches
Quick Bite
 
817 Washington St.
Oakland, CA 94607
510-271-7965
  
 Gourmet sandwiches mean there's always a line at this Italian café. Read GAYOT's Caffe 817 Restaurant Review

 
 
California/
Mediterranean
No Rating
 
3917 Grand Ave.
Oakland, CA 94610
510-547-5035
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 A daily changing menu makes Camino a fresh option for Oakland. Read GAYOT's Camino Restaurant Review

 
 
Spanish/
Tapas/
Small Plates
14/20
 
4039 Piedmont Ave.
Oakland, CA 94611
510-985-1200
  
 The Oakland outpost of a beloved Gourmet Ghetto classic is a slick spot for cocktails and eats with Spanish soul. Read GAYOT's Cesar Restaurant Review

 
 
Burgers/
American
Quick Bite
 
5295 College Ave.
Oakland, CA 94618
510-601-8828
  
 A hamburger joint that grinds its own beef daily, and tops it with ingredients that go far beyond the usual. Read GAYOT's Christopher's Burger Restaurant Review

 
 
California/
American/
Contemporary
No Rating
 
3859 Piedmont Ave.
Oakland, CA 94611
510-653-3902
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 Seasonal California cuisine is offered at James Syhabout’s Oakland restaurant. Read GAYOT's Commis Restaurant Review

 
 
Mexican/
Organic
13/20
 
5004 Telegraph Ave.
Oakland, CA 94609
510-450-0522
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 Known for years for providing fresh Mexican cuisine in a homey atmosphere. Read GAYOT's Dona Tomas Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian/
Pizza
15/20
 
4293 Piedmont Ave.
Oakland, CA 94611
510-652-3676
  
 Arrive with an appetite for clean and simple Italian flavors---pizza is the star. Read GAYOT's Dopo Restaurant Review

 
 
Barbecue/
Soul Food/
Southern
13/20
 
126 Broadway
Oakland, CA 94607
510-663-2350
  
 If you could have one last soul food dinner, you should choose E&J for its tender brisket. Read GAYOT's Everett & Jones Barbeque Restaurant Review

 
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