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Restaurants in Oakland

26 restaurants in Oakland recognised by AAA Diamond Awards, Gambero Rosso, Michelin, We're Smart Green Guide and Wine Spectator. The ones most guides agree on come first.

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  1. Commis

    3 guides · 3859 Piedmont Ave., Oakland, California

    Commis on Piedmont Ave brings refined French-Asian cooking to Oakland, earning Wine Spectator recognition for its exceptional wine program.

  2. Belotti - Ristorante e Bottega

    2 guides · 5403 College Avenue Oakland

    Handmade pasta rooted in Italian regional tradition, served in a relaxed College Ave dining room. Recognized by Gambero Rosso with 3 Forks in 2026.

  3. Barcote

    1 guide · 6430 Telegraph Ave., Oakland, CA, 94609, USA

    Owner Mulu Reda brings traditional Ethiopian cooking from Addis Ababa to Oakland. Michelin Recommended 2026. Doro Wot, veggie combos, cozy patio.

  4. Bardo Lounge

    1 guide · 3343 Lakeshore Ave., Oakland, CA, 94610, USA

    Mid-century dinner party atmosphere in Oakland's Grand Lake District, serving seasonal American fare, craft cocktails, and warm hospitality.

  5. Bird & Buffalo

    1 guide · 4659 Telegraph Ave., Oakland, CA, 94609, USA

    Michelin-recommended Bird & Buffalo brings the bold, smoky flavors of Northeastern Thai street food to Oakland's Telegraph Avenue.

  6. Bombera

    1 guide · 3459 Champion St., Oakland, CA, 94602, USA

    Chef Dominica Rice Cisneros brings Chicana heritage cooking to a former firehouse in Oakland. A Michelin Bib Gourmand spot for Mexican-Californian cuisine.

  7. Burdell

    1 guide · 4640 Telegraph Ave., Oakland, CA, 94609, USA

    Chef Geoff Davis honors his grandmother’s legacy with soulful, ingredient-driven American cuisine in Oakland’s Temescal neighborhood.

  8. Chuan Yu

    1 guide · 388 9th St., Oakland, CA, 94607, USA

    Chuan Yu brings bold, authentic Sichuan flavors to Oakland, earning a Michelin recommendation for its fiery, complex dishes.

  9. Delage

    1 guide · 536 9th St., Oakland, CA, 94607, USA

    Chef's choice omakase in Oakland's Old Town. Multi-course prix fixe menus featuring California-inspired Japanese cuisine. Michelin Recommended.

  10. Donato & Co.

    1 guide · 2635 Ashby Ave, Berkeley Los Angeles

    Chef Donato Scotti and Gianluca Guglielmi bring regional Italian cooking, house-made pastas, and genuine hospitality to Berkeley's Elmwood district.

  11. FOB Kitchen

    1 guide · 5179 Telegraph Ave., Oakland, CA, 94609, USA

    Chef Janice Dulce's FOB Kitchen in Oakland serves vibrant Filipino dishes inspired by family recipes. A Michelin Bib Gourmand honoree.

  12. Fogo de Chão

    1 guide · 5663 Bay St., Emeryville, California

    Fire-roasted churrasco, a vibrant Market Table, and award-winning wines at Fogo de Chão's Emeryville location near Oakland.

  13. Horn Barbecue

    1 guide · 464 8th St., Oakland, CA, 94607, USA

    Pitmaster Matt Horn’s celebrated Oakland barbecue joint, serving world-class brisket and ribs. A Michelin Bib Gourmand pick for quality and value.

  14. Jo's Modern Thai

    1 guide · 3725 MacArthur Blvd., Oakland, CA, 94619, USA

    Michelin-recognized Jo's Modern Thai brings a refined take on Thai-Californian cuisine to Oakland's MacArthur Boulevard.

  15. MAMA Oakland

    1 guide · 388 Grand Ave., Oakland, CA, 94610, USA

    Honoring an Italian grandmother’s legacy, MAMA Oakland serves a $42.95 three-course menu with contemporary flair, earning a Michelin Bib Gourmand.

  16. Millennium

    1 guide · 5912 College Ave

    Chef Eric Tucker transforms seasonal produce into Michelin-recognized plant-based dining in Oakland’s Rockridge neighborhood.

  17. Parche

    1 guide · 2295 Broadway, Oakland, CA, 94612, USA

    Parche brings bold, contemporary Colombian cuisine to Oakland's Broadway corridor. A Michelin Recommended spot for vibrant group dining.

  18. Pomet

    1 guide · 4029 Piedmont Ave., Oakland, CA, 94611, USA

    Pomet brings the purest sense of farm-to-table dining to Oakland, earning a Michelin Recommended distinction for its Californian cuisine.

  19. Snail Bar

    1 guide · 4935 Shattuck Ave., Oakland, CA, 94609, USA

    A tiny natural wine bar and bottle shop in Oakland's Temescal district, with a seasonally changing food menu. Michelin Bib Gourmand 2026.

  20. Soba Ichi

    1 guide · 2311A Magnolia St., Oakland, CA, 94607, USA

    Soba Ichi in West Oakland serves handmade soba noodles with seasonal ingredients. A Michelin Bib Gourmand winner for quality and value.

  21. Spinning Bones

    1 guide · 1205 Park St., Alameda, CA, 94501, USA

    Spinning Bones in Alameda, CA, is a Michelin Bib Gourmand rotisserie serving bold, slow-roasted meats and shareable sides in a casual neighborhood setting.

  22. Sun Moon Studio

    1 guide · 1940 Union St., Ste. 21, Oakland, CA, 94607, USA

    Sun Moon Studio in Oakland offers a Michelin-starred, farmer-driven tasting menu that highlights local producers through a personal, refined lens.

  23. Tacos Oscar

    1 guide · 420 40th St., Oakland, CA, 94609, USA

    Michelin-recognized Tacos Oscar in Oakland serves contemporary Mexican fare with vegetarian options and outdoor seating.

  24. Teni East Kitchen

    1 guide · 4015 Broadway, Oakland, CA, 94611, USA

    Award-winning Burmese cooking in Oakland: vibrant salads, aromatic curries, and playful cocktails from a Bib Gourmand-recognized kitchen.

  25. Utzutzu

    1 guide · 1428 Park St., Alameda, CA, 94501, USA

    Utzutzu in Oakland offers an intimate Japanese omakase experience with counter dining, recognized by Michelin for its precision and warmth.

  26. Wood Tavern

    1 guide · 6317 College Ave., Oakland, CA, 94618, USA

    Since 2007, Wood Tavern has been a beloved Oakland spot, offering a contemporary rustic American brasserie experience with Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition.