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Fort Oak

4.2 (787 reviews)
Closed • 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
Updated 1 month ago

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Moderate noise
Classy
Casual
Dogs allowed

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Menu 07/13/2026
Jessica D.

Great spot for happy hour or to share appetizers! We both ordered a cocktail and shared a bunch of apps. Everything we ordered was amazing! The scallop aguachile was my favorite.

Hot Dog. Worth trying. Just ok. Better off getting another dozen oysters.
Adam B.

Went for oyster Monday and it did not disappoint. Great oysters, burger was good. Service was good. We got a bottle of Rose for the table and he kept it on ice at the bar for us so it wasn't in the way and was there for refills without a reminder.

NY strip steak
Ken R.

I am a super fan of the Trust group restaurants and have receipts to prove it! We had not been back in a year and were reminded that was a bad decision. The carrots are a go to for sure. The ceviche was well spiced but was served a little warmer than I prefer. The cavatelli was the bomb. Sooo good. I recently made homemade gnocchi and have an appreciation of producing small evenly shaped pastas that are not too chewy! The service was great as usual. We sat in the bar area and enjoyed the vibe. When you go with couples, better to sit outside.

Dry aged hot dog
Faustine V.

We went for oyster Monday and got a dozen oysters. They were fresh and tasty. The cheapest I have for oysters at $1 each. We went close to when they opened and noticed the restaurant get busier about an hour in as a lot of people were there for oyster Monday. The scallop aguachile was fresh and buttery. We ordered the dry aged hot dog because we saw another table with it and it looked good and it was good. Pricey for a hot dog even with happy hour prices but still worth it to try it out. Hugo spritz 10/10 definitely recommend. For oyster Monday you either sit at the bar or patio and both options are nice.

Branzino
Dawn A.

We had an amazing time. This was a business dinner with 7 of us there. Everyone we interacted with set a high standard for what to expect. Johnny was our server and he did not disappoint. He gave great recommendations, was pleasant to interact with, responsive, and appropriate with giving us our space for business. The young man who bussed for him was also so great. There was a party of about 100 people there and other than seeing the tables, there was not one thing about the service that was interrupted because of it. The food: I don't think there was anything in the menu that was not... wouldn't order that again. Highlights: get the sourdough, branzino, NY Strip, any of the shareables, and the apple crisp. Honestly tried about 20 different things and I'd recommend it all. It was a business dinner so i didn't want to be weird with pics. Prices were very reasonable. Parking can be tough. Street parking.

Tartare
Kathryn W.

We sat at the chef counter. It was such a fun experience to watch the kitchen and how everything was prepped. We went pretty early so it started off pretty chill. As the night progressed the kitchen got busier and busier I was lowkey feeling the stress food was delicious! I especially loved the carrots it was really flavorful. The duck pate is a must order and the branzino was cooked so tender. I would skip the tartare bc I thought the flavor of the seasoning overpowered the dish. But overall a solid solid restaurant. Their drinks were delicious as well'

Branzino
Katrina M.

The staff here were very personable and inviting. I had a great time at this restaurant and enjoyed the branzino. It was really delicious! It was really nice inside with many different rooms for seating.

Little gem salad
Diamond B.

Easily the best meal I've had in a while! We had a reservation at 7 pm and were seated right away. Reservations seem like they would be your best bet here, as the restaurant was very lively and crowded. However, we were seated on the outdoor patio which was spacious enough (and dog friendly). The decor was also beautiful! Now for what we ordered: - Ahi Tartare: we weren't planning to get this, but the server recommended. This was fantastic. The crispy shallot added a good amount of crunch, and the brioche it was served with was buttered and toasted to perfection. A standout dish for us - Little Gem Salad: not a must get, but delicious nonetheless. I loved the whipped feta and ranch in this - Goat Milk Cavatelli: soooo good. The sausage in this is really yummy and nicely paired with the charred broccoli. I'd recommend this one - Branzino: delicious. Comes de-boned which is appreciated, and is deliciously flaky. Get this! - NY Strip: ok I know I've said "get this" for basically everything....but seriously get this one. The presentation is beautiful and the squash, bone marrow, and everything else on top were very tasty. This was our favorite dish!

Elizabeth N.

Very cute little place with outdoor and indoor seating. Love their $1 monday oyster special. The best $1 oysters I've ever had. Had their dry aged steak with bake potato which cost $128 and unfortunately the bake potato was the show stopper. I will have the bake potato over the steak anyday. The steak was super dry and burnt. The ahi tuna tartar with toast was super tasty with just the right amount of flavor. Service was friendly but a bit slow at times. I will definitely be back for the monday $1 oysters!!!

Pork chop
J M.

Very delicious! I'm a steak guy, their rib eye steak was super delicious, but the pork chop is all I can think about!!!! Order the pork chop!!! Service was great, our waiter Paul was wonderful! The dining area is different but awesome!!! Definitely coming back for more!

Ari R.

My friends had been wanting to try this restaurant, so we made reservations ahead of time to avoid the wait. Parking is limited to street parking, and we ended up parking several blocks away. When we arrived, there was a long line next to the restaurant for another establishment, which made things a bit confusing at first. Thankfully, our reservation worked out well and we were seated right on time. It was a cold evening and indoor seating was limited, so we ended up sitting outside. The restaurant has a nice ambiance with modern décor and a lively atmosphere. We ordered several dishes and shared everything so we could try a variety of items. The presentation of the food was excellent and the service was good. Overall, the experience was pleasant, but none of the dishes particularly stood out or left a lasting impression for our group. It's a solid spot with good presentation and service, but for us it didn't quite reach the "must return" level.

Entrance
Renee N.

Ever since pop up Christmas bars began appearing during the holiday season, I try to visit at least one or two every year. We happened to be in San Diego over the Thanksgiving weekend and my daughter found this adorable and festive bar. The "Snowed In" bar was lively and snow so much fun. We went around 4:30pm on a Sunday evening and because they limit how many people can go inside, we waited about 20 minutes to enter. You will appreciate them limiting the amount of people once you get inside as it is not very big, but it packs in a ton of holiday spirit. We were able to get a couple seats at the bar and perused the holiday drinks menu. We decided to try the following drinks - Santa Slaps made with Cutwater Vodka, cold brew, amaretto, cream and chai. We also tried Sleigh My Name - Tito's vodka, lemon, allspice, and cherry vanilla. The Santa Slaps stole the show in terms of flavor. So good! We stayed about an hour just taking in all the decor surrounding us and it made us all so cheerful. Well, the drinks probably helped too! Ha! Ha! If in the area, be sure to stop by for a sip of Santa Slaps.

Wood fire grill
Matthew C.

Came here on a Friday night with a reservation. Sat at the counter where most of the items are made. Place is pretty similar to "The Bear" show if if you've seen it. Presentation is on point and service is stellar. Ordered a couple apps, oysters and tuna tartare. Both of the appetizers were amazing and I would go there again just for those. A pretty good wine list, as well as multiple by the glass options that are not basic. For the entrée went with the bone marrow New York, which was cooked perfectly. Not a very big area inside the counter seating but the vibe is really cool and you get to interact with the cooks. Overall, really pleased with this place and I'll come back here

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Ask the Community - Fort Oak

Is there valet or easy parking options?

Street parking. I found a spot easily

Do they have happy hour?

The $1 oysters are available for 2 hours, from 4PM to 6PM on Monday.

What is the dress code?

Hello John, Our dress code is business/smart casual. Please let me know if you have any questions.… 

Is there a separate happy hour menu that's different from the dinner menu?

Nope.

Does their staff still wear masks? Are the tables still evenly spaced out?

Is there Indoor seating during this time?

Yes

Can you sit at the bar and eat without a reservation?

Normally (non-Covid) yes. But no indoor seating now.

Open for thanksgiving? Hours?

Nope. Everyone needs to relax and get ready for Christmas.

Fort Oak or Trust?

Same owners; slightly different vibe. I gotta say, Fort Oak was a very fine meal and I look forward to my next visit. For me, 5 stars.

Dog friendly patio?

yes. the outside area is dog friendly. weather permitting of course.

Is this place good for large parties?

I think they could accommodate you in kitchen & patios which are nice. Did a party of 26 last year at Trust & Steve & his team were tremendous.

Is there a happy hour? What time?

Yes! Starts at 3pm and ends at 6pm. But you can also order off the dinner menu after 5:00pm. So for 30 glorious minutes you get discounts on drinks and can order "bites" off the bar menu and anything off the dinner menu. My favorite 60 minutes of… 

The hours show 3pm-9/10p. Is it open for brunch?

It is! The hours on here are incorrect.

What are the hours for the brunch menu?

9am -2pm

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