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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Happy hour specials

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    Blackjack Pizza! Delicious!
    Patty P.

    Went to East End for the 10th or 11th time (love their happy hour too). Got oysters, which were perfect, pizza, pasta, and beers. We're seated and served quickly, and enjoyed the overall experience and the food is always delicious, everything feels and tastes handmade, with seasonal ingredients, and the pasta was especially memorable. Always love the servers and we got plenty of water refills and weren't rushed to leave. Always love the vibe of their cozy space, which is walking distance from where we live so that is perfect, but there is also ample parking around the restaurant.

    Quite Spritely, Exotic Staycation, House Red
    Angie A.

    We came to East End on a Thursday evening. There was no wait and we were welcomed graciously. The interior is very charming. Hard seating which isn't my favorite but I was able to endure. It's a large open space, high ceilings, and rustic decor. The tables are placed so that they aren't right next to each other and angled so that they aren't side by side. You can see the wood fired oven from your seat but the ventilation is so great you don't smell any smoke at all. The cocktails were so well balanced you can hardly tell there's alcohol. They were very tasty and super smooth. Hats off to the mixologist, she really did a great job. We had the warm herbed olives with honey and they were fabulous! Such a great difference from a cold olive plate. Highly recommended! The honey with the salty is a magical pair. The meatball appetizer was also great. Nice portion for an appetizer, the bread was crunchy and smokey, and the meatballs had great texture and flavor. They weren't packed with bread crumbs to dilute the flavor of the meat. The little gem salad was nice and crisp. The fried capers were a great touch. The dressing needed a little more zing. It was nicely dressed but couldn't taste much. The mushroom ragu pasta was creamy, al dente, and had great delicate mushroom flavor. Nicely done! My friend is from Rome and she definitely approved. The pizza was phenomenal! We ordered the Diablita and it was probably the most simple pizza I've ever tasted but the flavors were crazy! It is definitely spicy and a perfect pizza! So good! We also got Mr. Terranova and added arugula (even though the menu says it isn't allowed). The crispy shallots added a great texture and flavor. It was a tasty pie for sure but the Diablita stole the show. We look forward to trying the other pizzas soon! The staff was wonderful, our main server Anne was the nicest lady. We appreciated her friendly persona and cheery smile. We did not have room to try the dessert but imagine it would be just as great as everything else. We highly recommend dining here. We will be back!

    Jacob Chef/partner

    One of the best gourmet pizzas on the island of Alameda. Happy Hour oyster is $12/dozen. Either Olympia or Kumamoto from Oregon. 1 lb wings tossed in Calabrian chile glaze with garlic buttermilk dipping sauce was my favorite.Pappardelle with lamb & pork ragu was a signature dish, the pasta cooked al dente, just like in Italy. Oxtails risotto and wood oven half chicken were outstanding. My service professional Anne well-trained from the old school with attention to detail, very attentive, and courteous. The menu changed often. Kids friendly!

    I tried to call to ask a question about how spicy the chilies were but they don't answer the phone. Decided to chance it as I had never eaten there and wanted to try some new pizza on the island. Turns out it's really spicy. I'm sick, hence ordering out but I don't think I can handle this spice level. Sad. $41 in the garbage:( Please state on your menu that this is spicy as you did in other descriptions of pizzas on your menu!

    Happy hour oysters

    I had such a great experience at East End! The food was absolutely delicious and the menu itself was surprisingly intricate and creative--there were so many unique options that it took us a while to decide what to order (in the best way!). We came during happy hour (5-6 PM) and got the $12 oysters, which were super fresh and perfectly prepared. Such a steal for the quality! A special shoutout to our server Anne--she was amazing! She was so sweet, attentive, and genuinely helpful with her recommendations. Everything she suggested turned out to be fantastic, and her warm energy really added to the experience. If you're in Alameda and want great food, thoughtful service, and a cool menu, definitely check this place out.

    Gintonica - Would not recommend ($14)
    Mary S.

    There's free parking behind the marketplace that is slightly tricky to find. Spaces are also fairly compact. We saw a number of larger vehicles parked over the lines. There's also plenty of meter parking (free after 6pm). We were greeted and seated immediately upon arrival around 5:30. The place wasn't too busy. The table for two is on the small side, but the bar area looked spacious. Bathroom was a little tricky to find. Our server was awesome. Very knowledgable with recommendations and details, but not pushy. I can't remember his name. The menu was availed via QR code on the table, but the lovely server took our orders. The happy hour specials (5-6pm) on 1/24/24 included 12 oysters for $12, $14 specialty cocktails and $1 off wine and beer. We shared the King Thistle Pizza and Pappardelle w/Lamb & Pork Ragu. The house made pasta had a nice chew to it and a decent sauce. Not too salty or gamey. Pizza had a great dough, but would have liked the crust to be slightly fuller. Pasta portion on the small-medium side. I had a gin cocktail that had peppercorns in it that wasn't very good. Our server picked up on it and offered to replace the drink which was nice. My partner enjoy his first Negroni, but noted the second one didn't taste quite the same. Overall, good dining experience.

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    Mel S.

    East End has done it again! Made a reservation for 2 to dine here Saturday night. Upon arrival, we were seated right away due to our reservation. Service and Staff: - I didn't catch our server's name, but she was fantastic! She's one of maybe two or three servers who can take your order without writing anything down and get your entire order correct. This never happens! I made sure to let her know how great she is. Food: - Margarita: always a hit. Nice and citrusy - Oysters: creamy, fresh, tasty - Fries: the fries come with three different sauces. One is a rendition of ketchup (more similar in flavor to tomato paste). One is a rosemary aioli, which was fun and unique. And one was a Calabrian chili aioli, which was my favorite. - Pizza: can't remember the name of the pizza, but ordered it with pepperoni on top (doesn't usually come with it) - Caesar Salad: tasty salad that comes with croutons and Parmesan cheese on top - Yardbird: fried chicken sandwich that was large in size and tasty with the coleslaw. Comes with your choice of fries or a house salad. Chose the house salad that came dressed with a very delicious Dijon champagne dressing. We couldn't get enough of it! Overall, had yet another great experience here and am excited to go back again.

    Maurice R.

    As part of my Alameda Restaurant Week exploration, I spent time at East End documenting their offerings. They maintain a friendly, changing menu that keeps things interesting. The pizzas feature great toppings, but they also serve interesting pasta and meat dishes worth noting. Paul, the owner, is an artist with food - you can see his creativity throughout the menu. The non-pizza items are definitely worth checking out. It's upscale, but in a distinctly Alameda way that remains approachable.

    All meat with garlic and basil alll fresh !!!
    Kealiiokekai K.

    Ooops I did it again !!! U am a big fan of pizza and last night I ordered from east end I live across the street .. the pizza was the best hands down the flavor is out of this world wood fire pizza !!!! The crust alone has so much flavor.. I went last night and had to have another one tonight !!! lol I don't eat pizza two days in a row .. but I had too it's a think crust and like other pizzas not a stuff piled on top.. and it works .. I always thought this place was good or that place was good but the true winnner is east end !!! Hands down its gourmet pizza at its finest and u am a lucky guy I live right across the street.. with that the inside is just a relaxing atmosphere classy first date class vey cozy place on park st !!! I can't go back to other pizzas this is my spot pop in you may have to make reservations check on line but worth the experience.. I believe they are closed Sunday's and mondays .. but Friday nights will be my pizza night !!! I got an all meat with garlic and basil!!! A bite of heaven!!! They don't hold back the menu has other items that just sounds great . If I can get passed this pizza I will try the other items !!! Thank you !! East end

    Peach Cobbler
    Gee S.

    I had an impressive dining experience here! I love the interior and location of this place, it's really nice. The service was amazing, our server was really attentive to us. All of the staff were warm and welcoming. The food was amazing! For cocktails, I had the Kool Time which has gin, lemon juice, and a hint of mint - super refreshing. I also had a chance to try their old fashioned (not pictured), it was also really good. The appetizer, chicken wings, were amazing! The buttermilk sauce added the perfect zing to the sweet sauce on the wings. We asked for hot sauce and the server gave us a homemade chili sauce that the chef made - the spice level was perfect. We ordered the meat combo pizza, and as someone who lived in NYC for a couple of years, this is hands down one of the best pizzas I had in the west coast. We also had the pappardelle - amazing ragu sauce! It has lamb but it doesn't taste gamey. The meat was super tender, very flavorful. The Linguini with Clams was packed with garlic, so good! The wood-oven chicken was super juicy. To end, we had the peach cobbler which was baked to perfection! I super appreciate that they accommodated us as a walk-in. Next time, we will definitely make a reservation.

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    Delicious food that's great for date night or for a family night out. We enjoyed a nice dinner after playing mini golf across the street

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    alley & vine - King Salmon $41 is a highlight of the night.

    alley & vine

    3.9(366 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$
    Free parking
    Private events

    It was my first solo date night as a brand spanking new bay area resident and after a few drinks, I…read morewas ready for a nice dinner. Alley&Vine was the first recommendation via yelp, so off I went. Arrived at around 8pm and was greeted by the wonderful Janet. She was super kind, warm, and welcoming and gave me the option to sit at a table or the bar. Being a solo traveller, I opted for the bar which was honestly great. To Start, I had a Singapore sling. Its rare I see these on the menu so I had to try. It was strong and delicious! So happy with my choice. For food, I had so much meat. The lamb chops to start were incredible. This was served with a little mozzarella + tomato salad with all of the balsamic glaze. Super yummy and perfectly medium rare. Next time, I can just have this on its own. Definitely a star. Next, I had the duck breast which sat on a bed of spinach risotto. Very delicious and also cooked perfectly. Being Taylor, I had to finish out the dinner with another cocktail (lemon drop) that was great and finally I had a little glass of port as my dessert. All in al a great little dinner at Alley & Vine. Thanks again to Janet and the team for some excellent service and incredible food.

    My friend and I had stopped in here many moons ago for a dessert, but upon seeing the menu, we…read morevowed to come back, and we finally did! We came on a Friday and we were both starving! We were greeted warmly and we each ordered a drink to start. I got the blood orange sour, which was tasty, and my friend got the strawberry margarita, which she enjoyed. I ordered the seafood pasta, while my friend got the spinach seafood risotto. I will state the obvious, these are just about the two most expensive dishes on the menu, but man, they had heaps of seafood and were absolutely delicious! When I say heaps, I mean the shrimp and scallops were giant, there were mussels and clams and crab meat. 100% worth it! We finished the meal with the tiramisu and that was ok. Honorable mention to our server who was attentive without being overbearing. I would absolutely come back and would highly recommend!

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    alley & vine - Such a great space!

    Such a great space!

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    Filet Mignon w/wild mushroom Risotto

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    Forbidden Island - Full view of the bar at opening time

    Forbidden Island

    4.2(1.6k reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    Forbidden Island is one of those rare neighborhood gems that somehow manages to feel both special…read moreand effortlessly welcoming. It's a longtime local favorite of mine and my go-to spot for meeting up with friends--equal parts escape and comfort. The cocktail menu is impressively deep, full of beautifully crafted, fancy tiki drinks that practically beg to be explored, and so far every single one I've tried has been delicious (dangerously so). Inside, the bar nails the classic tiki vibe--warm, immersive, and transportive--while the outdoor patio offers a lovely, relaxed option with plenty of extra seating on warm days. It's the kind of place where you can linger, laugh, and lose track of time. The staff deserve a special shout-out: genuinely friendly, attentive, and accommodating, which only adds to the overall experience. A quick pro tip: if you're planning to stop by during popular after-work hours, definitely make a reservation--it fills up for good reason. The food menu is on the smaller side, but the bites are tasty and thoughtfully done, perfect for sharing alongside a round (or two) of cocktails. All in all, Forbidden Island is a standout spot that keeps me coming back again and again.

    Forbidden Island is a usual pitstop for us after the Antique Fair in Alameda. The drinks are solid…read moreand the interior decor is fun, but fall short of its neighbors in the surrounding area. It's got a hybrid dive bar with dollar bills on the ceiling, mixed with Tiki. I have tried the Grog, Rum Barrel, and Sunday Special, all of which were solid, but not out of this world.

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    Forbidden Island - More of the atmosphere of the forbidden island, and I love all the money hanging from the ceiling

    More of the atmosphere of the forbidden island, and I love all the money hanging from the ceiling

    Forbidden Island - The two mugs that they have available. The mug on the left is a special edition mug and $150. The mug on the right is $40.

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    The two mugs that they have available. The mug on the left is a special edition mug and $150. The mug on the right is $40.

    Lucuma Kitchen and Bar - Flor de Maiz

    Lucuma Kitchen and Bar

    4.6(245 reviews)
    3.1 miUptown
    Locally owned & operated
    Wheelchair accessible

    TLDR: Great colorful vibes and food. Will definitely come again :)…read more Highlights: honestly everything we got was a hit and it was the perfect amount for two people. And everything came out pretty fast. Also compared to the other Peruvian spots I've tried, this is by far my favorite (flavor, portions, and ambiance). Service/ambiance: wonderful on both. It was surprisingly lively on a Monday but it added to our experience. The servers were kind and super attentive. Notes: Ceviche doesn't come with chips so you have to order that separately! They give you a good amount though and I think it's a mix or plantain and potato chips (served warm). Parking was quite easy (just parked down the street). The restaurant is a little small but they have tables and a bar area. They also have a happy hour that ends at 5:30 which I will def be back for!

    Lucuma fits all categories of date night, girls night out (GNO) and spacious enough to fit a group…read moreof people comfortably. I've been here twice and have been equally impressed with the food and service. I will definitely return because of their consistency! - Chinito Ceviche Del Mar - has to my favorite that I've tried, it has the perfect balance of savory & citrus notes. It pairs so well with the plantain chips - I would suggest also adding taro chips if they have them available as well. - Leche de Tigre Ceviche Del Mar was definitely on the salty side. The flavor profile was definitely there but the salt was a little overpowering so we didn't finish. The fish was very fresh! - Bistec a la Pobre had great balance of flavor and texture from the beef, egg and plantains. - NA Pisco Sour had all the elements of a perfect cocktail without the alcohol and was not overly sour or sweet. It is a neighborhood gem and perfect spot to catch up over great food and drinks - it is now part of my Oakland Restaurant rotation.

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    Quinn's Lighthouse - Cabernet Lamb Chop

    Quinn's Lighthouse

    3.4(1.1k reviews)
    0.9 miEast Oakland
    $$

    This place was literally empty when we came here for lunch…read more Like it looked like it was abandoned kind of empty. Like haunted restaurant kind of empty. Thankfully the server was nice and the food we had was surprisingly good. I say this because we honestly weren't sure if their seafood cioppino would be any good given the majority of their menu featured Vietnamese dishes. Interesting combination. Like Fisherman's Wharf merged with a Pho restaurant. You can get your oysters and deviled eggs and bahn mi sandwiches here. For realz, look at the menu. Anyways I liked my cioppino. Didn't have a lot of seafood but the flavor profile was spot on and the garlic bread was decent. That's why I never want to judge a Vietnamese Fisherman's Restaurant based solely on their menu--because the food just may surprise you! My coworker liked her bahn mi sandwich and the view of the boats and the nice weather made this a great place to catch up on old times.

    Food was delicious and the main courses are also very beautiful to look at, great presentation. The…read moremenu is basically Vietnamese + Classic American fusion, heavy on the seafood. It's trying to be fancier than it actually is. A mix of wonderful scratch made elements (delecate, interesting sauces, perfectly cooked fish, lovely fresh asparagus) and some elements I think are frozen/pre-made stuff (fries, ravioli, mashed potatoes, seaweed salad). We went on a weekday at 2pm. We sat on the upstairs balcony. It was very quiet and peaceful, which is honestly such a rare win for any restaurant in the Bay, I might go back just for this. The view is heavenly, completely gorgeous. I would like to see how they deliver on the raw oysters ($4 each) and Cesar salad. Pricing is definitely too high for the quality of the food but not more so than any other East Bay restaurant with a waterfront view, and this view is better than any other I know. Service was... Kind of ridiculous... Only one person working the entire front of the restaurant - no greeter at the entrance, no bartender, no busser, and that person simply does not have enough command of the English language to do the job well. Could not effectively answer any of our questions about the menu. Could not understand we wanted the appetizer dishes cleared away to make room for the very large main course dishes. Disappeared for so long we had to get up and go find them to ask for our check. Never asked if we wanted drinks or dessert. Said some surprisingly rude phrases but I'm sure it was an ESL issue, I genuinely don't think they intended to be rude. They certainly did not catch it or notice At All what was happening when one of our group was briefly rude back by responding in kind (before realizing it was accidental). We had to ask more than once to bring us knives even though there are foods in our main dishes that can't be cut with the side of a fork. And on, and on, etc. Oh one good thing was we asked to each paid separately and they let us do that without any trouble, and got our individual items correct immediately.

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    Private party at Quinn's

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    Almond & Oak - Shrimp & Grits w/ shrimp gravy, scallions, poached eggs ($21) + Chive Scrambled Eggs w/ applewood-smoked bacon, potatoes ($19)

    Almond & Oak

    4.4(425 reviews)
    3.2 miGrand Lake, Lower Hills
    $$

    Very tasty, Southern inspired foods. I loved the spicy chicken sandwich and their cornbread. There…read morewas a wait list on a Saturday morning, but the text to let us know our table was ready came fairly quickly. Our server was very prompt and kind. The restaurant is beautiful, with a full bar and view of their grand oven. Highly recommend to make a reservation here for brunch.

    Came here for lunch with a friend at 1 PM on a Saturday. We came 15 minutes late after our…read morereservation because of parking and they were understanding of it. As soon as you walk in, you're hit with the smell of a campfire from the oven. The restaurant is absolutely gorgeous with an Art Deco design. The ambiance is cozy but elevated. Benedict (buttermilk biscuit, dungeness crab cakes, marinated swiss chard & beet greens, herbed hollandaise, poached eggs & mixed greens): I'm not a huge benedict person because they can feel heavy, but this one was fantastic. I loved the textures and flavors of the crab cakes pairing with the greens and vegetables. It felt balanced and not too creamy or exhausting to eat. It definitely stands out from the run-of-the-mill brunch benedict. Vegetable Hash (roasted sweet potatoes, garnet yams, sunchokes, cauliflower, cremini mushrooms, celery root & onion, savoy spinach & poached eggs): This was also delicious and also set itself apart from the standard brunch hash. I loved the different vegetables in it besides being just potatoes and onions. The mushrooms and root vegetables worked really well together. Everything was well-seasoned. I'm glad we ended up choosing these dishes even though neither were my original top choices (I decided on the menu with my friend). It made me feel like you can choose anything and it'd be a banger. We were quite full from these dishes, and we forget we also ordered beignets to come out last. They were fluffy and mostly air (but not in a bad way). The service throughout the meal was good. We were checked on from time-to-time and our waters were refilled, although I wish the water glasses were a little bigger. One small thing to note was that we were given the check while we were still eating, even though the restaurant was still seating people despite it being close to closing time. Unsure if/why we were rushed like this. Overall, this was a memorable brunch spots I've been to in the Bay (dare I say one of the best?). We left smelling like a campfire. I would recommend it.

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    Almond & Oak - Baked strawberry rhubarb French toast

    Baked strawberry rhubarb French toast

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    Town Tavern - Black Manhatten

    Town Tavern

    4.3(197 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    I stopped by here for happy hour and had a really pleasant experience! They offer $10 classic…read morecocktails and discounts on appetizers like chips and salsa and guac, French fries, nachos, and other bites. I ordered a classic martini with a twist, it wasn't my favorite drink ever but it was made well, just not my usual. After that I ordered a classic margarita which was super good and came with a black salt rim and dehydrated lime. The margarita was super tasty and both drinks were made right away! For food, I ordered the chips and salsa and guac. The guac was very good, it tasted fresh and was a good size portion. The salsa was really good, it was chipotle tasting but had a lime tanginess to it that was unique and refreshing. They were generous with the portion of chips and the chips were thick and crispy and seasoned well with just a little bit of salt. I also ordered the impossible taquitos which came with guac, sour cream, and salsa on top. The presentation was beautiful and the food came out fast but the taste was a bit weird, it wasn't bad but it just tasted like burger meat in a taquito. I really appreciate that they offered a meat alternative but wish it tasted better, like maybe use potatoes instead of fake meat, or use fake chorizo over a burger seasoning. It would also be nice if there was a vegan version not just a vegetarian version. Despite my critiques of the food, I have no critiques for the service and atmosphere! My server was phenomenal and attentive and checked in often! I had a great experience and look forward to coming back but would definitely be more eager to come back if they updated with more vegan options!

    Favorite place to grab a drink on the island!…read more I love grabbing a spot by the windows to people watch while sipping on a well made cocktail. If you want to grab a bite, my go-to is the sliders with tater tots.

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    Town Tavern - Toki, hazy IPA, Basil gimlet.

    Toki, hazy IPA, Basil gimlet.

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