Ste 133
Oakland, CA 94601
(510) 852-9390
Can I say how delighted I am that this bakery/restaurant opened in my neighborhood? I have been a fan since getting food from their stand at the Friday farmer's market in Old Oakland near Chinatown. I adore the za'atar flat bread and it is even better here that at the market stall. I always get extra to take home. Looking forward to coming back soon.
Loved it. Great outdoor dining in a colorful multicultural epicenter- Fruitvale Station. The hot sauce put the Pali Cali over the top. The mana'eesh with spicy sausage, tomatoes, mint and cucumber was delicious.
I came here while in the Bay Area for work, and had a craving for Middle Eastern food. Unfortunately, the food was terrible. Flavors were bland, and the meat tasted overcooked. I do not recommend.
A visit that truly Left a bad taste of in my mouth. Although the place looks nice and clean and falls within the boundaries of new fusion California stylish restaurant, they have a lot to learn about local manners. the staff is rude and unfriendly, would not help you with the menu, very unwelcoming. the food - partly cold and way too spicy. the Laffa bread (thin pitta ) was not fresh. the veggies inside were old and a weird stench came out of them. the Kabbab my husband ordered was not well grilled . when asked to replace it they gave him the"Face". i would have giving them 2 stars but after the horrible way we were treated there ... 1 is certainly enough.
Reem's introduced me to a whole new world of flavor. Za'atar, where have you been all my life? And I love how Reem's balances staying true to the essence of Mana'ouche while also allowing newbies to discover their own ways of eating it. Nothing but love for this home-grown establishment and I hope they stay around for a long time!
I tried the shakshuka, it was too salty, when I told the person on the counter, he was very rude, I will never go back there.
I've never bought something which tastes so much like my mother's hamburger roll-ups... And it's middle Eastern food. Very tasty but quite pricey at $5. I'd be very interested to stop again for lunch.
Food here is freakin phenomenal! Got a Pali-Cali added a few items and scarfed it down. Love that they at the farmers market. There is usually a bit of a line but for the quality and the price that is not a surprise. I initially stopped there when I saw the Syrian and Palestinian flags and was pretty pumped after watching how they make the flat bread. The woman running the place is cool as all get out. The smell coming from their tent is addicting. I'll def be going back when I return to the farmers market at Embarcadero.
I tried Reem's at the Ferry Building Farmer's Market on Sat a few weeks ago. Ordered and waited maybe 5-10 minutes. I got the Mana'eesh (flatbread wrap) called Super Fresa $9 - goat cheese, arugula, strawberries, balsamic reduction, pistachios a seasonal special. I liked that the wrap was still hot, and the inside was pretty good. I think I will try the other wraps next time I'm at the Farmer's Market. I hope one day they will have a store front, that would be great.
Had reems several times when they were at Jack London Square on Sundays. Some of the best Lebanese street food I've ever had. chicken mana'eesh with bacon was legit.
They love terrorist and hate Jews. They honor a muslim terrorist on their wall. They think that killing jews is a topic that can bring people together. SICK
Avoid at all costs. Food is a feeble attempt at Middle Eastern cuisine. In fact, it's hard to enjoy the food and relax in a restaurant when a giant portrait of a Palestinian terrorist is staring down at you. Yes, that's right, a Palestinian terrorist. The owner decided to post a mural of a Palestinian terrorist in her restaurant, saying she wanted to promote discussion. Discussion? Or murder? This terrorist has been convicted of blowing up a grocery store and killing two young men. Since when is murder appetizing? Ugh. Won't be going back there anytime in this lifetime.
There's something mysteriously enticing about a Farmer's Market food vendor with a sign reading Arab street food. I had to try it and was very pleasantly surprised how good it is. YUM. I tried a Habibis Harvest that consisted of seasonal butternut squash, greens, sauce and pomegranate seeds in a flatbread wrap. It was prepared before my eyes and very interestingly cooked and preparation that did take several minutes. The flatbread is warmed and "toasted/grilled" on the outside. It is a big, long skinny wrap encased in a paper cover. Each bite was delicious and incredibly flavorful and tasty. The squash was perfectly cooked, neither hard nor mushy. The wrap is 10 bucks, but well worth it. The portion was big enough to fill me up. I going back for another type to try!
The best food stand in Mission Farmer's market! Every Thursdays at 4 to 8 pm, I go to Reem's, buy, and try out the Arab food. Reem's used to appear every Saturdays in the Farmer's market outside the Ferry Building. Now and then, it's down to Thursdays in the Mission district. The first time I've bought and tried the Classic Mano'ushe, it's out of this world! The zaatar flavor in its flat bread is so amazing that it makes me think I would put it in my homemade sandwich. I definitely want the fullness of the flavor just to recognize it. Besides the Mano'ushe, there are other homemade food and drink items. The milk custard with pistachio toppings is pleasantly fragrant with Rose water. I love to swing by for another Thursday to see what Reem's have in store! :}
Reem's is Arabian street food. menu is centered on "manuoshe", arabian flatbread made on the spot. locale: chef's farmers market, oakland (7/15) . eats: Pali Cali (10) tax included. -roasted chicken with sumac, carmelized onions, topped with argula, in a wrap (manuoshe, arab flatbread) -fillings tasted fresh, ok. it's the arab flatbread providing all the taste. drink: arabic cardoman coffee(2) -slightly harsh with cardoman flavoring, serving expresso size. take outs: -food made to order. -seems "wraps" aren't made to order. *Al M. mentions wraps used to have a char, no doubt shortcuts made, char eliminated from flatbread to speed up service. just continuous, routine production. 'wraps" made goes to "first ordered, first served" -arab pastries, drinks also available. -located on right near washington next to chocolate lady, *don't line up in front of her booth, was moved physically by lady, says i was blocking view. didn't see her moving anyone else.....
This is a first in the Ferry Building Farmers Market: a Lebanese style street food!! We got to this place by "accident", while wondering and following were a Lebanese music (we were hearing in this farmers market) is coming from. We were already full from having a breakfast at the Ferry Building, though we couldn't resist the temptation of trying the food here. We tried the Jalab, and the Man'oushe (can be also called Mankouchet). Good experience: The Man'oucshe dough was pretty good, freshly baked, with some background thyme taste. The Jalab was more like a flavored iced tea. Categorizing the food, it was like the American styled version of the Lebanese food. The pricing model for the Man'oucshe was similar to a pizza pricing (anyway the Man'oucshe is like a pizza, with different toppings). The people/service were very friendly and welcoming. Hope this place remains in the Ferry Building Farmers Market, we would like to try it again!
Delicious! Just met Reem then went to her booth at the Friday Farmers Market in Oakland and had a great experience. The cashier was fun, the food was great, and it was fast.
I'm so glad I got to try this spot during my visit in San Fransisco. They are only there on Saturdays, which is kind of a bummer because I would have eaten here everyday if I could. Their menu is simple, consisted of four different types of "Mana'oushe", which is a classic Middle Eastern flatbread, usually topped with either zaa'tar or akawi cheese. These guys take this traditional dish and put their own little twist on it making it even more delicious. What really made the experience for me was seeing all the lovely smiles behind the counter. While we waited for our order, we could see the crew getting along like a little family, playing Arabic music in the back and attempting to belly dance while they made the food. It was really enjoyable and I hope that they stay for good so that I can visit them again.
Absolutely DELISH and satisfying lunch wraps. Even the aroma of the hand made breads and juicy meats, onions and garlic sizzling while you wait (its popular!) are worth seeking this out. I can't wait till they open their brick and mortar place... just wish it was closer to my neighborhood!
A welcome new addition to the Ferry Building Farmers' Market on Saturdays, located right next to the Wise Sons Jewish Deli stand on the South side of the Ferry Building. It seems that most of their options revolve around flat bread wraps cooked fresh to order. They look like pizza when being cooked, but are topped with fresh veggies when taken off the heat and rolled into a tight wrap. Definitely a tasty way to get your carbs in the morning. Classic Man'oushe on the Cheesy Side: Flat bread freshly baked on a hot curved convex griddled (no clue what the official name is). A nice za'atar spead with a strong dose of thyme and oregano. Some slightly melted cheese. And some fresh produce like cherry tomatoes, cucumber and mint. All rolled up into a tight wrap. I used to eat za'atar bread from the Arab bakeries on Atlantic Avenue when I lived in NYC; they were super tasty but not baked fresh to order. Having it fresh off the griddle takes the experience to a whole new level!
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3301 E 12th St
Ste 133
Oakland, CA 94601 b/t 33rd Ave & 34th Ave
East Oakland, Fruitvale - Phone number (510) 852-9390
- Business website reemscalifornia.com
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Can I say how delighted I am that this bakery/restaurant opened in my neighborhood?
I have been a fan since getting food from their stand at the Friday farmer's market in Old Oakland near Chinatown.
I adore the za'atar flat bread and it is even better here that at the market stall. I always get extra to take home. Looking forward to coming back soon. -
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I came here while in the Bay Area for work, and had a craving for Middle Eastern food. Unfortunately, the food was terrible. Flavors were bland, and the meat tasted overcooked. I do not recommend.
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- Ayelet H.
- Los Angeles, CA
- 114 friends
- 21 reviews
- 72 photos
A visit that truly Left a bad taste of in my mouth. Although the place looks nice and clean and falls within the boundaries of new fusion California stylish restaurant, they have a lot to learn about local manners. the staff is rude and unfriendly, would not help you with the menu, very unwelcoming. the food - partly cold and way too spicy. the Laffa bread (thin pitta ) was not fresh. the veggies inside were old and a weird stench came out of them. the Kabbab my husband ordered was not well grilled . when asked to replace it they gave him the"Face".
i would have giving them 2 stars but after the horrible way we were treated there ... 1 is certainly enough. -
Reem's introduced me to a whole new world of flavor. Za'atar, where have you been all my life? And I love how Reem's balances staying true to the essence of Mana'ouche while also allowing newbies to discover their own ways of eating it. Nothing but love for this home-grown establishment and I hope they stay around for a long time!
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- Idan Y.
- San Jose, CA
- 52 friends
- 34 reviews
- 5 photos
I tried the shakshuka, it was too salty, when I told the person on the counter, he was very rude, I will never go back there.
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- Craig S.
- Altadena, CA
- 53 friends
- 9 reviews
- 8 photos
I've never bought something which tastes so much like my mother's hamburger roll-ups... And it's middle Eastern food. Very tasty but quite pricey at $5. I'd be very interested to stop again for lunch.
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Food here is freakin phenomenal! Got a Pali-Cali added a few items and scarfed it down. Love that they at the farmers market. There is usually a bit of a line but for the quality and the price that is not a surprise. I initially stopped there when I saw the Syrian and Palestinian flags and was pretty pumped after watching how they make the flat bread. The woman running the place is cool as all get out. The smell coming from their tent is addicting. I'll def be going back when I return to the farmers market at Embarcadero.
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I tried Reem's at the Ferry Building Farmer's Market on Sat a few weeks ago. Ordered and waited maybe 5-10 minutes.
I got the Mana'eesh (flatbread wrap) called Super Fresa $9 - goat cheese, arugula, strawberries, balsamic reduction, pistachios a seasonal special. I liked that the wrap was still hot, and the inside was pretty good.
I think I will try the other wraps next time I'm at the Farmer's Market. I hope one day they will have a store front, that would be great. -
- Saqib H.
- Oakland, CA
- 0 friends
- 1 review
Had reems several times when they were at Jack London Square on Sundays. Some of the best Lebanese street food I've ever had. chicken mana'eesh with bacon was legit.
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- Wag W.
- Hockley, TX
- 0 friends
- 14 reviews
They love terrorist and hate Jews. They honor a muslim terrorist on their wall. They think that killing jews is a topic that can bring people together. SICK
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- Gemd S.
- Manhattan, NY
- 0 friends
- 9 reviews
Avoid at all costs. Food is a feeble attempt at Middle Eastern cuisine. In fact, it's hard to enjoy the food and relax in a restaurant when a giant portrait of a Palestinian terrorist is staring down at you. Yes, that's right, a Palestinian terrorist. The owner decided to post a mural of a Palestinian terrorist in her restaurant, saying she wanted to promote discussion. Discussion? Or murder? This terrorist has been convicted of blowing up a grocery store and killing two young men. Since when is murder appetizing? Ugh. Won't be going back there anytime in this lifetime.
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There's something mysteriously enticing about a Farmer's Market food vendor with a sign reading Arab street food. I had to try it and was very pleasantly surprised how good it is. YUM. I tried a Habibis Harvest that consisted of seasonal butternut squash, greens, sauce and pomegranate seeds in a flatbread wrap. It was prepared before my eyes and very interestingly cooked and preparation that did take several minutes. The flatbread is warmed and "toasted/grilled" on the outside.
It is a big, long skinny wrap encased in a paper cover. Each bite was delicious and incredibly flavorful and tasty. The squash was perfectly cooked, neither hard nor mushy.
The wrap is 10 bucks, but well worth it. The portion was big enough to fill me up.
I going back for another type to try! -
The best food stand in Mission Farmer's market! Every Thursdays at 4 to 8 pm, I go to Reem's, buy, and try out the Arab food. Reem's used to appear every Saturdays in the Farmer's market outside the Ferry Building. Now and then, it's down to Thursdays in the Mission district.
The first time I've bought and tried the Classic Mano'ushe, it's out of this world! The zaatar flavor in its flat bread is so amazing that it makes me think I would put it in my homemade sandwich. I definitely want the fullness of the flavor just to recognize it.
Besides the Mano'ushe, there are other homemade food and drink items. The milk custard with pistachio toppings is pleasantly fragrant with Rose water. I love to swing by for another Thursday to see what Reem's have in store! :} -
Reem's is Arabian street food. menu is centered on "manuoshe", arabian flatbread made on the spot.
locale: chef's farmers market, oakland (7/15) .
eats: Pali Cali (10) tax included.
-roasted chicken with sumac, carmelized onions, topped with argula, in a wrap (manuoshe, arab flatbread)
-fillings tasted fresh, ok. it's the arab flatbread providing all the taste.
drink: arabic cardoman coffee(2)
-slightly harsh with cardoman flavoring, serving expresso size.
take outs:
-food made to order.
-seems "wraps" aren't made to order.
*Al M. mentions wraps used to have a char, no doubt shortcuts made, char eliminated from flatbread to speed up service.
just continuous, routine production. 'wraps" made goes to "first ordered, first served"
-arab pastries, drinks also available.
-located on right near washington next to chocolate lady,
*don't line up in front of her booth, was moved physically by lady, says i was blocking view.
didn't see her moving anyone else..... -
- Gilbert B.
- San Francisco, CA
- 284 friends
- 61 reviews
- 258 photos
- Elite ’17
This is a first in the Ferry Building Farmers Market: a Lebanese style street food!!
We got to this place by "accident", while wondering and following were a Lebanese music (we were hearing in this farmers market) is coming from.
We were already full from having a breakfast at the Ferry Building, though we couldn't resist the temptation of trying the food here.
We tried the Jalab, and the Man'oushe (can be also called Mankouchet). Good experience:
The Man'oucshe dough was pretty good, freshly baked, with some background thyme taste. The Jalab was more like a flavored iced tea.
Categorizing the food, it was like the American styled version of the Lebanese food.
The pricing model for the Man'oucshe was similar to a pizza pricing (anyway the Man'oucshe is like a pizza, with different toppings).
The people/service were very friendly and welcoming.
Hope this place remains in the Ferry Building Farmers Market, we would like to try it again! -
- Misha B.
- Oakland, CA
- 479 friends
- 17 reviews
- 16 photos
Delicious! Just met Reem then went to her booth at the Friday Farmers Market in Oakland and had a great experience. The cashier was fun, the food was great, and it was fast.
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- Mohammad A.
- Carrollton, TX
- 62 friends
- 72 reviews
- 107 photos
- Elite ’17
I'm so glad I got to try this spot during my visit in San Fransisco. They are only there on Saturdays, which is kind of a bummer because I would have eaten here everyday if I could. Their menu is simple, consisted of four different types of "Mana'oushe", which is a classic Middle Eastern flatbread, usually topped with either zaa'tar or akawi cheese. These guys take this traditional dish and put their own little twist on it making it even more delicious.
What really made the experience for me was seeing all the lovely smiles behind the counter. While we waited for our order, we could see the crew getting along like a little family, playing Arabic music in the back and attempting to belly dance while they made the food. It was really enjoyable and I hope that they stay for good so that I can visit them again. -
- susan s.
- Oakland, CA
- 10 friends
- 54 reviews
- 3 photos
Absolutely DELISH and satisfying lunch wraps. Even the aroma of the hand made breads and juicy meats, onions and garlic sizzling while you wait (its popular!) are worth seeking this out. I can't wait till they open their brick and mortar place... just wish it was closer to my neighborhood!
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A welcome new addition to the Ferry Building Farmers' Market on Saturdays, located right next to the Wise Sons Jewish Deli stand on the South side of the Ferry Building. It seems that most of their options revolve around flat bread wraps cooked fresh to order. They look like pizza when being cooked, but are topped with fresh veggies when taken off the heat and rolled into a tight wrap. Definitely a tasty way to get your carbs in the morning.
Classic Man'oushe on the Cheesy Side: Flat bread freshly baked on a hot curved convex griddled (no clue what the official name is). A nice za'atar spead with a strong dose of thyme and oregano. Some slightly melted cheese. And some fresh produce like cherry tomatoes, cucumber and mint. All rolled up into a tight wrap. I used to eat za'atar bread from the Arab bakeries on Atlantic Avenue when I lived in NYC; they were super tasty but not baked fresh to order. Having it fresh off the griddle takes the experience to a whole new level!
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Reem's offers the warmth of Arab hospitality through the discovery of the flavors, aromas, and techniques of Arab street corner bakeries. Our breads and dishes are inspired by …
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Reem's offers the warmth of Arab hospitality through the discovery of the flavors, aromas, and techniques of Arab street corner bakeries. Our breads and dishes are inspired by classic street foods enjoyed daily throughout the Arab world, and made with California love.
Our feature product is the man'oushe, a fresh baked to order flatbread with organic local ingredients.
We've officially opened for service at our new brick and mortar bakery! We're in Oakland by the Fruitvale BART Station at 3301 E. 12th St. Ste 133. We're open:
Tuesdays-Fridays 7 am - 3 pm
Saturdays 9 am - 3 pm
Closed Sundays and Mondays
We'll also still be at the following markets:
Old Oakland Farmers Market- Fridays, 9 am -2 pm, 9th and Washington, Oakland
CUESA Ferry Building Farmers Market*- Saturdays, 8 am- 2 pm
*Check out our website and social media to know more of our whereabouts!
History
Established in 2014.
Reem's was launched in 2014 through a series of pop-ups in Oakland and Berkeley and was incubated at La Cocina SF. We're excited to officially open our bakery on Tuesday, May 16th, 2017! In addition to our brick and mortar, we also currently provide catering for functions and special events throughout the Bay Area, culinary classes, and are at farmers markets in Oakland and SF.
Meet the Business Owner
Reem Assil founded Reem's with a passion for the flavors of Arab street-corner bakeries and the vibrant communities where they're located. Growing up in a Palestinian-Syrian household, Reem was surrounded by the aromas and tastes of food from the homeland and the connections they evoked of her heritage, family, and community.
Before dedicating herself to a culinary career and launching Reem's, founder Reem Assil worked for a decade as a community and labor organizer, and brings the warmth of community to all her events. She has worked with the Bay Area's esteemed cooperative bakery Arizmendi Bakery & Pizzeria, Grace Street Catering, Local Flavors, and several local chefs.
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