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Crazy Block Cheesecakes

4.7 (273 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Dogs allowed
Outdoor seating
Happy hour specials

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sausage breakfast burrito
Kelsey W.

Went for a breakfast burrito and it was gas! I got the sausage one and their housemade sausage was really the star of the show. Also the service was very friendly and kind. Definitely need to go back for their dino ribs and brisket (brisket is in the breakfast items too) and latkes! I've had their mini cheesecakes and they're amazing as expected.

Eugene L.

I was Recommended to try this Bbq Joint Out by Someone I Know and Trust!! She was Right!!! The Brisket is Off the Charts Good!!!! I Ordered a a Philly Brisket Cheesesteak Sandwich and a Hot Link to Dine in!!! I wanted to Order a Dino Bone but they were Sold out for the Day!!! The Food Preparation Crew were Friendly and Knowledgeable!! I found out they don't hand out Samples !! I wanted to try the Lamb out !! lol!!! Tables are Self Serve , First Come First Served!!! They Called my Number and I Picked Up My Tray !! The Brisket Cheesesteak Sandwich Was Delicious And I Enjoyed Every Single Bite!!! The Hot Link was Tender and had a good Flavor to it!!! The Dining Room is Fairly Clean tables are Customer cleaned. This is a Baller On A Budget Approved Restaurant!!! I Keep My Pimp Hands Strong!!! Number 34 Out of the top 50 most Prolific Yelp Elites of 2025!!!!

Banilla Cheesecake mini and watermelon agua fresca
Adrian L.

I heard about Crazy Block from Instagram. I love barbecue and had to check them out. I ordered the Beef Rib plate that comes with two bones and two sides. I selected collard greens and corn bread. The ribs had a nice smoky flavor but wasn't fall off the bone tender. The sides were really good. I enjoyed a mini Banilla cheesecake and watermelon agua fresca. I look forward to trying more barbecue spots in Oakland.

Ate all my food..
Chris C.

The Ambiance is amazing, the service is amazing, the food was just ok. It wasn't bad, but not my go to for good BBQ. I ordered a 2 way, Beef Rib and Brisket, my sides were, collard greens and candy yams. I was set to order the Mac & Cheese, but when I saw it come out I changed my mind. The brisket was cook to perfect, but I had to add BBQ sauce to enjoy it . Though I am a heavy sauce guy, I like the meat banging without it. The beef rib, cooked to perfect, but was a bit tough for my liking,and since I cook beef ribs, I know the procedures to get rid of that toughness. I must add that the 2 way should come with cornbread or at least a slice of bread. ‍ And toothpicks should be available ‍‍ Now shame on me for coming to Crazy Block Cheesecake and not get a cheesecake ‍. I will visit again to try the chicken and the lamb, because I like the owners IG presence and vibe.

Longanisa
John P.

Found this place through social media and it immediately went on my must try list. Parking in the area is pretty easy, I snagged street parking right across the street without any trouble. The service was quick and super friendly and I even got to meet the owner who was genuinely warm and welcoming. Always a good sign when the owner is present and engaged. I ordered the combo plate with brisket, ribs, coleslaw and mac and cheese and everything was outstanding. The mac and cheese is an absolute must, incredibly creamy and the kind of side dish that steals the show. The brisket and ribs were exactly what you want from a BBQ spot. What really surprised me though was the longanisa. I've had longanisa plenty of times but never prepared with a BBQ flair like this. It was a really fun and delicious twist that I wasn't expecting. Also grabbed the latke and that was a great call too. This place is doing something really special and I'd highly recommend it to anyone. Definitely coming back soon!

Mac & Cheese, Beef Ribs, Brisket Baked Beans
Kyja S.

This place is always on my mind whenever I'm feeling hungry, even when I'm not in the mood for bbq which is crazy right!? Service is always on point & I LOVE the aesthetics of the restaurant. The Dino rib, dear lawd the Dino rib is priced to sell which is why it was sold out the first time I came here. But the second time! I grabbed two pounds & it was well worth it. The meat is so dang tender & the flavor is not typical bbq flavor which is why I'm so obsessed! It's so good! The Mac & cheese is soooo creamy! A different take on the popular side dish has me in an eternal chokehold as a Mac n cheese connoisseur. Show up hungry & leave with extra! Portions will leave you walking out with a smile believe it. *Edit* there's Dragon Ball playing on the tv, they're goated!

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Mar H.

"Boozie sent us" Lol We found this place on TikTok from BoozieBrunch. We came for the Dino Ribs but they only sell them on certain days (Friday, Saturday and Sundays?) My husband enjoyed everything on his tray: Beef ribs, coleslaw, baked beans with brisket. He said everything tasted sooo good. Thumbs up on adding vinegar on the BBQ. He also ordered the links on the side. My food was ok: BBQ chicken, mac & cheese, collard greens. There were four pieces of chicken but not very meaty portions. I wouldn't order the mac and cheese again. The collard greens were good. We got the the brisket, candied yams and cornbread to go for our kids. They said the brisket was really tender and flavorful. They didn't want to share. No one really liked the candied yams. The star of the meal was the Henny Praline Cheesecake. OMG! I should've got the bigger serving. Not too sweet, loved the praline topping. We'll be coming back. Hubby really wants to try the Dino Ribs.

Latka
May Z.

Ben goes above and beyond to serve the community with bomb food & the best cheesecakes! Happy one year to him and his business! Still my fav brisket! I've recently fallen in love with the passion fruit mini cheesecakes. To die for!

Abi H.

I remember when Crazy Block Cheesecake used to be based in Alameda and I think at the time they only had cheesecakes, but now they have all kinds of BBQ and even latkes! The owner has absolutely perfected the craft of a good cheesecake. The first time I had a cheesecake from here was when they were still in Alameda and I bought a TooGoodToGo surprise bag from them. I got lucky and ended up with a medium cheesecake and a mini one. I talked about the cheesecakes regularly but hadn't gone back. This past weekend, they celebrated their one year anniversary at their storefront in Oakland. The owner has created such a vibe with vibrant paintings in and around the restaurant and they even had karaoke all day long for their anniversary. They should honestly have it every weekend. I could totally see myself going regularly with friends to just have bbq + cheesecake and vibe out with some karaoke. I ordered the Ube Buko Pandan Cheesecake and the Gulab Jamun Cheesecake, mini for each of them. I was worried that the Gulab Jamun would be super sweet and overly saturated with the rose flavor, but it was actually perfectly balanced. Every bite had the perfect amount of cheesecake to gulab jamun flavor. The ube buko pandan tasted like it had real ube in it, but maybe I was fooled. Either way, I hope it stays on the menu! For the BBQ, we ordered pulled lamb and brisket with mac and cheese + coleslaw. I was personally really enjoying the lamb even without any sauce. It had a nice seasoning blend on it. The natural lamb flavor was also pretty subdued, but in a good way. We also got some of their habanero sauce, which kinda reminded me of filipino vinegar. I really enjoyed it.

The fries
Dorothy D.

We're always on the hunt for great barbecue around Lake Merritt, and this place did not disappoint. We actually stumbled upon Crazy Block Cheesecakes by chance, and before we even made it inside, the owner was standing outside holding a tray with a lamb burger and fries. That alone had our attention. One look at that tray and we knew we had to check it out. Inside, the place has a fun vibe and an incredible display case packed with cheesecakes in just about every flavor you can imagine. It's hard not to stare at it for a minute before ordering. For lunch, my husband ordered the tri-tip burger with fries, and I went with the lamb burger with mac and cheese on the side. I also ordered one latke, which came with sour cream and applesauce, and that turned out to be a great call. Everything we tried was flavorful and satisfying. The barbecue was well seasoned and cooked just right. The lamb burger had great flavor, and the mac and cheese made the perfect comfort-food side. That latke was crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and paired perfectly with the sour cream and applesauce. And then there's the cheesecake situation. The display case is stacked with options and honestly feels like a mini cheesecake museum. Even if you came just for barbecue, it would be hard to leave without taking a cheesecake home. The food was tasty, the portions were generous, and the whole experience felt welcoming and relaxed. It's always fun finding a spot that feels a little unexpected but delivers big on flavor. I'm already looking forward to coming back and trying more items on the menu. Well done, Block. Well done indeed. Pro tip: Come hungry and save room for cheesecake. The display case alone is worth a visit.

Heaven
Brandy T.

Such a cute place. I was lured in by the owners IG marketing campaign. Finding a parking space was rough on a Saturday night. I placed my order online only to find that they were out of lamb upon my arrival. I had to pay and upgrade charge to get Salmon instead. Things I ordered Brisket: tender and delicious Salmon: Good flavor Links: dry - wont order again Yams - super sweet but delicious Mac n cheese - not 'traditional' but garlicky and tasty Baked beans (vegetarian and meat) tasty but for different reasons. The star of this review the Latke! I only got one because I wasn't sure. But the thickness, the oninion, the salt. It came with applesauce and sour cream. Im in love and will return.

Cheesecake variety
Manuel L.

An absolute Oakland gem! You simply can't beat this spot in the area. If you're in town, this place is a must stop for incredible food. This time I went with the Dino Ribs, and they were unbelievably tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. Every bite was worth it! The quality, portions, and overall experience keep me coming back. If you're looking for amazing barbecue and a place that delivers every time, do yourself a favor and stop by.

1 pound of brisket
Hope L.

Came here on a Sunday and it wasn't busy. We ordered a pound of lean brisket, a lamb sandwich, and a mini chocolate cheesecake. Everything was so tasty! I asked for lean brisket and it was so juicy and tender even though it was lean. The lamb was also super tender as well. The bun wasn't my favorite personally as it was a bit bland so I only had a bite of it. The bbq sauce was delicious! It wasn't too thick and it was on the sweeter side. We also tried the garlic aioli but it wasn't my favorite as it was a bit bland as well and just tasted like a plain sauce with not a lot of flavor. The chocolate cheesecake was amazing! It wasn't too thick and heavy and it wasn't overly sweet either. The graham cracker crust was yummy as well as I believe it's homemade. Would love to try another flavor cheesecake next time!

So many flavors to try!!! Of cheesecakes!!

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The food is incredible! Tender and flavorful. Staff is so helpful, chill very welcoming from the minute you walk in. Ambiance 10 out of 10.

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Do they serve beer?

We keep our beer mugs at -17 degrees celcius! Right now 2 beers on tap and 15 assorted beers import and domestic.

Is there anything Gluten free?

All meats and sauces are gluten free as well as pickles, red onions, cole slaw, yams, and baked beans. Gluten free cheesecake is available if ordered in advance!

Any delivery services available? Can't find how to get food from here delivered.

I am not sure about delivery.

Is this halal?

Lmao--- they sell latkes so that might answer your question

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