Oakland Breakfast & Brunch

Romantic

1. Citron

Neighborhood: North Oakland

I hate to say it, but this place is very 1995.  It's like one of those friends of yours in her early 30's who everyone knows peaked in college.    I'm…

2. La Note

Neighborhood: UC Campus Area

Mission: To find a place in Berkeley that starts serving liquor by 10 AM, directly following a grueling Chemistry final exam.  Ok, you'd think this…

3. Jordan's

Neighborhood: Claremont

Sunday Brunch!  4.5/5  The second part of my two-part epic food weekend that began with dinner at Chez Panisse and ends with Sunday brunch at the…

4. Le Bateau Ivre Cafe

Neighborhood: UC Campus Area

This is an enchanting house-turned-French cafe. When my friend suggested we go to a "cute cafe" this was the first place that came to mind. I mean,…

5. Somerset

Neighborhood: Rockridge

Went for dinner with two friends last night (total of 4 people).  Too expensive for what you get, very weird service, food is OK but not worth the…

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Wine Selection

1. Citron

Neighborhood: North Oakland

I hate to say it, but this place is very 1995.  It's like one of those friends of yours in her early 30's who everyone knows peaked in college.    I'm…

2. Bistro Liaison

Neighborhood: Gourmet Ghetto

I would like to state for the record that not only was our food delicious, but everyone else we encountered -- the hostess, the manager, OTHER…

3. The Terrace Room

Neighborhood: Lake Merritt

Wonderfully surprised by this gem restaurant on Lake Merritt! I'm so excited such a great dining experience is so close to me. Tucked away in the Lake…

4. 900 Grayson

Awesome Chicken and Waffles (Demon Lover) and pretty good Tom Boy (Corned beef, apples, potatoes, with 2 poached eggs on top and toast).  Demon Lover:…

5. Somerset

Neighborhood: Rockridge

Went for dinner with two friends last night (total of 4 people).  Too expensive for what you get, very weird service, food is OK but not worth the…

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