My friend and I came to Lucy Blue on a Friday night, and I can't wait to come back! Everything from the music, to the food and drinks, and just the overall vibe is what old school Oakland is, in the best of ways! I started with the Afro Gin Fizz, which was lovely and balanced, where-as my friend got the Thyme Traveler, which was also absolutely delicious. I also had a N/A cocktail, which was also delicious and flavorful! In terms of food, we got fries, which were chunky and soft and crispy all at the same time! We also got the catfish bao buns and oxtail arancini, all of which were delicious. Great place to grab a drink and/or food, whether you're with a group, on a date, or looking to catch up with a friend! Oh, and great service as well! read more

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Our group came here after a run to refuel and unwind with friends, and i must say Matt came and showed us so much love. His personality is radiant and hospitable. I love the food and vibe! read more

From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt like an elevated space for the grown folks! What I Ordered: * White Cosmopolitan * Oxtail Arancini * Catfish Bao Buns * Lamb Chops * French Fries * Broccolini My favorites were the Oxtail Arancini, crispy fried rice ball with savory oxtail and the Catfish Bao Buns, spicy and refreshing! Also, the lamb chops are a small portion for the price but still delicious! The service was a bit slow since it was a Friday night but our server was friendly. Perfect for girls night out or dinner date! If you want to impress someone, take them here! read more

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This is a such a gem in Oakland! I was able to pop in after an in office work day and I'm glad I did. This vibe is topical oasis, vey date night. We during happy hour and. had the collard greens dip, ban catfish, fries and margaritas. Everything was 10 except the ban bun but the fish was perfect. The staff was friendly and attentive, food came out fast . I hope it stays around for a good while. read more

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Came here on a Thursday for a happy hour and I was definitely happy! They have a great, vast selection of appetizers to choose from for good prices! I got one of everything. The drinks they serve too are delicious and affordable! The staff is extremely kind and friendly too. They are great at engaging with you and making recommendations. It's nice to see Oakland uphold a bar with a classier feel to it. I hope Lucy Blue stays successful, and I look forward to returning soon! read more

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Ok, I see you Oakland! Love all of the new-ish spots that are coming up in the Town, with Lucy Blue being one of them. Located right next to the Fox, Lucy Blue is an awesome vibe. The space has transformed to something beautiful, such a vibrant atmosphere. The staff were so kind, and the patrons seemed happy to be there. A cool spot to kick it with a cocktail, grab some pre-dinner snacks or a full meal, and looks like there's a private event space upstairs. We ordered drinks only, but we were eyeing the catfish bao buns, black-eyed pea hummus, and the warm collard dip for our next trip. Also the oxtail arancini sounds delish too. The day we came in there was a Kentucky Derby Party with lotsa fun hats and fits. Checking their event calendar, looks like they have music on specific nights too. We took a ride-share because parking is congested downtown, but there are metered lots nearby. Can't wait to roll through again soon! read more

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The ambiance is super sexy. It's open seating so we chose to sit upstairs overlooking the restaurant. I love how well-dressed and grown everyone was. It reminded me of being out during the 2010s when downtown was poppin'. Food and drinks did not disappoint: catfish bao (crunchy and flavorful), spare ribs (soft and moist), lamb chops (rich and cooked to perfection). My fave drink was the spicy margarita. We also tried the key pie bread pudding for dessert which was super rich. Took forever to come to us because they got really busy. But honestly, not mad because I am happy for them. Overall the visit was lovely. We hope this business continues in Oakland! read more

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Wanted a nice cocktail lounge with creative cocktails and this fit the bill. Tropical, chic vibes with mood lighting. We got there around 8:30 PM on a Thursday night and there was still plenty of seating. We wanted to see what the upstairs area was like, but for some reason, we weren't allowed upstairs, so opted for some booth seating in the back. We had some cocktails and shared the Warm Caramel Rice Krispy Treat. I didn't expect much, but the rice krispy treat was actually quite good: tasted like it was homemade. The cocktails were innovative, varied, and well-balanced. One of my friends got one of the spicy drinks and the spice level was just right and not too overpowering. Service was great, but the glasses they gave us initially looked like they had lip marks on them. We asked them to replace it and they did. Would love to come back for not just the cocktails, but their food too another time. read more

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This Bar and restaurant was our last leg of the Hennessy Bar Crawl that supports black joy in oakland. I really enjoyed the aesthetic of the restaurant as it really had an elevated feel. I was surprised to see that there were two levels to the restaurant. Not only could you enjoy good meals but there was a section that was on the second floor closed off for our personal event. The bar space was very clean and cool. The music was not too loud and the drinks were mixed to perfection. I really enjoyed some of the food plating. That night we were able to have their white cheddar beef sliders along with seasoned chicken wings that could be dipped in a jerk sauce or ranch. I thought the flavor profile was amazing and I definitely can't wait to go back as I hear they have a fantastic Jazz night on sundays. The wait staff was very attentive and made sure that all of our service needs were taken care of promptly. All in all this was a great restaurant. read more

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We ducked into Lucy Blue last Thursday after the fabulous Yelp Party at STAK. We weren't the only ones, we saw other Yelpers there for some after-partying. Sexy, dimly-lit, upscale bar/lounge. It was great to see there was a gentleman at the door to prevent any shenanigans. We were pretty full from the Yelp event, so we didn't try any food this time, but we looked through the menu, which has a good number of options. I had a White Cosmo, RB had an Espresso Martini, and we had some sparkles. The drinks were all good. Our server was lovely, but it does seem they could hire more help, this is a happening place. Relaxing and intimate vibe, and a nice crowd. We will return next time we're in Downtown Oakland. read more

loveeeee this place. unique, standout, yet well tasting tapas it's open seating which is interesting but I've never had trouble finding seats. drinks are also great!! service is attentive too and are friendly. I love bringing my friends here for a nice happy hour or to grab drinks/bites! read more

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I had my Galentines event here Coordinating with Melanie was very easy and seamless. Everything was explained and communicated very well When I arrived Melanie was expecting me and took me to our reserved area We all had a great time here. Drinks are good and appetizers are great My favorite for sure was the Catfish Bao buns definitely a 10/10!! Fries are also very good, freshly made and well seasoned Customer service is awesome, the servers checked on us frequently and were always very nice and courteous The venue is clean and nicely decorated I would definitely come back here for a light dinner and or drinks Only draw back is that parking can be hard to find Luckily I was able to find parking across the street but some of my guests had to park 2 blocks away There is a dress code here and I appreciated that and we all respected it Refreshing to be in a venue that requires their patrons to dress and behave accordingly read more

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I've been dying to come to this restaurant for ever since I heard about it. I made plans with a couple of girlfriends for dinner since we've been talking about it for a few months now and this was the perfect spot. I walked in and I couldn't even talk to the hostess that well because I was so excited about the decor of the place. It was just my vibe with the moody blues and the dark floral and the jungle theme. Beautiful people everywhere and positive vibes all around. I ordered a white Cosmo because vodka. That drink was so perfect and refreshing! For food, we ordered warm collard greens dip that came with seasoned tortilla chips. We ordered the short ribs, which was melt in your mouth good with a perfect ratio of fat and meat. The catfish bao buns were fucking amazing. The catfish was perfect perfectly fried with the pickled veggies and the really soft ass buns. I literally moaned when I took a bite. And after all of that, we were full, but we were all eyeing the deviled eggs so we ordered that too, and it was perfect. The service, the vibe, the food, the drinks, everything was amazing. I'd love to return and catch that vibe again. read more

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I like the atmosphere I love the Food. I love the pricing of the Food. I wish the owner was more friendly, but maybe she'll work on that. read more

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This place is much bigger than you'd expect. Even though there's plenty of seating, it somehow still feels impossible to find a spot. They don't take reservations, which makes planning your night tricky unless this is your first stop. Once people get a table, they tend to stay for hours, so your chances of snagging one after 9 p.m. are pretty slim. The interior is beautiful, and they do offer a small bites menu. The crowd definitely skews older mostly late 30s to 60s. The dress code also isn't nearly as strict as it's made out to be; I saw plenty of ripped jeans and baseball hats. Overall, I love the vibe they're going for everyone seemed to be having a great time, with no drama at all. read more

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When you walk into a place sometimes you get the feeling you've been here before. Not a deja vu moment but seems familiar moment. That was the feeling when we walked in here after a Yelp event around the corner. A few other Yelp attendees also were here. We found a table right away and were able to order pretty quickly. Wasn't to busy when we got in but packed out very quickly. We made it in before security was posted at the door. The food menu looked great but we were stuffed from the Yelp event so just had drinks. Getting susequent drink orders took a little longer than initially. Maybe as the night gets busier bring on more staff. The vibe was good and the crowd behaving. Upbeat music played and people were having a nice time. Next time in that part of Oakland looking for a place to go at night (which will be a hot minute) we'll prolly stop back in. read more

We came on a Friday night around 8:30. It wasn't too crowded and we snagged a corner table next to the dj booth. It got very crowded soon after. The drinks were phenomenal. The Temescal-ada was my favorite. The Boozy Affogato was also incredible. My friend really enjoyed the Margarita, and she has had margaritas all over the Bay. All of the food was good, but the best was the Elote Hushpuppies (perfect texture, and delicious flavor), the Catfish Bao Buns (lightly fried, seasoned well, delicious sauce, and perfect amount of heat), and the truffle deviled eggs (piled high, truffle is good but not over-powering, smoked trout roe is the perfect touch). The servers were very nice, even though they were clearly overwhelmed. We had a great time and will definitely be back! read more

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I came back to Lucy Blue after a comedy show down the street. We had a couple of appetizers, it was my first time having the lamb chops. They were very good. To drink I had the Temescal-ada (?) it was different, I liked the color! The taste was ok. The servers were attentive and offered suggestions regarding the menu. I like this space, each time I've been here it's been a nice crowd, with a good vibe! Cheers read more

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This was a cute little spot. I was looking for happy hour I could attend on my own. The lamp chips and fries were really good. I will pass on the chicken wings, they were dry and not enough flavor as I was expecting. Get the White Cosmo and thank me later !! read more

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Black owned restaurants! We were invited out to meet at Lucy Blue at 6pm we arrived and the Hostess greeted us and told us how it works! Quite simply find seating for us and our friends right away. The place has several rooms including upstairs and groin level. The Warriors were about to play and they had TVS above the bar. Once seated the server immediately immersed us into the service and setup! I started with water and a Kenyan Lager. My wife had a sweet and savory drink that she enjoyed as well! The appetizers were amazing! We had the sliders made to order! We also really enjoyed the oxtails which were stuffed in a sort of muffin! The most outstanding dishes for me were the Lamb Chops and the Birds in a cage(Fried Quail! I would highly recommend Lucy Blue and would gladly look forward to going again soon! read more

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Came here on a Sat night around 6, and the place was bustling! I've always loved the old Duende space, so it was nice to see it preserved. The lighting, the wood, the warm furniture created a sophisticated vibe, and made everyone look classy. Appreciated that the music wasn't too loud, and didn't compete with our conversation. I'm not sure if they take reservations. They did have a private party reserved in the back room, so maybe for large groups. They have an open seating policy. The hostess gives you a menu at door, and you're on your own! We sat at the bar. (Gotta give props to the comfy bar stool! My middle aged friends and I love a good lumbar support haha! But I digress.) The bartender was very attentive, and took our order quickly. The menu was a twist on soul food, and done well! We ordered catfish bao buns (tasty!), oxtail arancini (Is it arancini or meatballs? Wasn't my fave,) and call us basic, fries (honestly, the best fries I've had!) For drinks, we had chef's martini (a dirty martini) and Jade Moon, which were both excellent. All the food and drinks were delivered quickly, which I really appreciated. By around 8, the place was pretty packed! It was really nice to see so many people out in Uptown. Def recommend as a place to catch up with friends, or for date night! read more

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Nice place to go have drinks and appetizers. The appetizers are all good. I really liked the catfish bao buns, the sliced cucumber gave it a nice snap to it! My friend had the sliders and she said it was good and moist, cause sliders tend to be over cooked. Another friend had the Oaktail Arancini and said it was good! That will be the next thing that I try. The service was spot on. read more

Food was really good and there is nothing anti black about this place Oxtail Arancini were 5/5 I wish they were bigger and more in an order Ideal place for a small meeting drinks and apps The Catfish was good in not a fan of bao buns but fish was good Collard dip 5/5 The biscuits were underwhelming Drinks were good Vic made at least one of our drinks and it was perfect Service was decent one server seemed a little bothered but overall they were attentive The ambiance is dark so if you wear glasses don't try to be cute and leave them your able to have a conversation with out yelling read more

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We came here for a friend engagement celebration. The music was great. We were enjoying the tree and having a great time, but then the owner came over and instead of her, asking us to be quiet down or saying anything in a professional manner, she came over & said "y'all are Hella loud. I'm in the back & yall are hella loud". It wasn't about us quieting down, it was the fact that she never introduced herself, had an attitude & cursed. I know hella is common word in the Bay, but I'm from the South so it's still a cuss word to me. Also, there was a live band, so it was already loud in there. As an owner, this was terrible customer service. We were a group of 11 and we had already ordered over $600 worth of drinks & were waiting on the band to begin so that we could order food. It was just rude and unprofessional. We ended up canceling the rounds we had just placed (which they still tried to charge us extra for), closed out and left. read more

Came to Lucy Blue on a Saturday night out with my girls. This is such a sexy spot! The place is beautiful inside, definitely a good vibe for a date night or girls night out. The service was quick and our waiter was really sweet. Will definitely be visiting this spot again. read more

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Checked out Lucy Blues Happy Hour. Great selections and cool vibe. Jazzy had the drinks tasting GREAT! read more

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We visited Lucy Blue on their opening weekend and absolutely loved it. Their food menu is small for now, but everything we had was fantastic. Their cocktail menu is tropical and balanced, and I loved all the drinks I had and can't wait to go to try the rest. We had the wasabi deviled eggs, oxtail arancini and lamb chops. Though a bit pricey, the lamb chops were cooked to perfection. The deviled eggs with wasabi was a delicious twist to a classic bar bite and the arancinis were moist with a good bit of oxtail inside. Since I love tropical cocktails, this menu was right up my alley. I don't recall the names but I got a pisco cocktail and then a matcha gin cocktail which were both amazing. My boyfriend doesn't love the tropical drinks as much so they were happy to make him a classic drink off the menu which he really enjoyed as well. I can't wait to come back here and look forward to when they expand their food menu! read more

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Lucy Blue should now be Oakland's premier location for an elevated social experience. The service was warm and welcoming from the security to the service team, everyone was attentive and had a great demeanor. The reimagined space blew me away. What was formerly Duende is now this lovely marriage of airy, open, free flowing space that allows for folks to sit, stand, or wander the two story space with a cocktail in hand. They mastered the dark and romantic design with high ceilings complimented by tasteful light fixtures to illuminate the space and lush greenery, and textile for every architect/interior designers dream. We were glad to snag a seat at the bar but there was plenty of seating or standing options available. The cocktails were made with fresh fruit right before our eyes. You can taste the difference! We ordered fries (fresh, light, crispy, well seasoned) but all of the small bites seemed like delicious options. We arrived on the earlier side but it began to fill up quite a bit as we approached 10pm. There was an entire second floor that we did not get to explore. We found parking nearby at the Hot Boys food spot and walked over. It was a beautiful night in Oakland. So we look forward to returning to Lucy Blue -- overall 10/10 absolutely exquisite, hot new venue for lounge lovers! read more

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This place is amazing and a lot of fun! I'm surprised at how spacious and comfortable everything was even being a super busy night. Very upscale vibe. The owner is very welcoming and showed my party around the entire place. The service was great, and the drinks and bites were amazing. read more

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Grabbed drinks and bites here before a show at Fox Theater. You can't get much closer. The space is beautiful. We were greeted when we walked in and the host let us know that seating is first come, first served. We got there about 6:15 on a Saturday and found a two-top in the main room, no problem. They offer a number of interested (and delicious) cocktail and mocktail options. As another reviewer mentioned, the menu is small but thoughtful and I appreciate that, as I prefer quality over quantity. We shared the Oxtail Arancini, Black-Eyed Pea Hummus, Catfish Bao Buns, and Elote Hushpuppies. While we thoroughly enjoyed everything, the stand outs for my were the bao buns and hushpuppies. Service was prompt and we had plenty of time to enjoy our drinks and bites before the short walk to the Fox. read more

Love Lucy Blue! They took the old Duende restaurant location. It is very viby and moody! I love that there is the main bar and seating area when you walk in, and another bar and seating area in the back and another bar and seating area upstairs. So much room! This is more of a lounge and they have light bites to pair with the cocktails! My fav bites are the fries and the catfish bao buns and the oxtail arancini. The crowd is grown up and I like that people dress up a bit to come here...it's very buzzy, good music and delicious cocktails. They are on a perfect location across from Fox theater! read more

This place is so cute. They had a live band playing when we dropped in on a weekday around 5:30 PM. My recommendation is try the collard dip! The lamb chops seemed to be another fan favorite. In addition to those items our table shared an order of fries and the cheddar chive biscuits. The servers and bartenders were all super nice. I can't wait to visit again and try more of the menu. read more

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This place is just the vibe Oakland needs. The food, service, ambiance, music and drinks were all great. Michelle did a great job with this spot. My only recommendation is to add ceiling fans or some sort of air flow to the VIP section upstairs across from where the bar area is. Other than that, I'd definitely come back. read more

Fantastic bites and delicious cocktails in this beautiful spot. Live jazz (no cover) the night we went. Can't be beat. read more

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If you're looking for an nice night out in downtown Oakland, Lucy Blue delivers. My partner and I came in for dinner and cocktails and left smiling. The space hits: moody lighting, stylish décor, a real grown-and-sexy feel across from the Fox Theatre. The bar is slick, the layout comfortable, and the energy relaxed but intentional. We ordered: oxtail arancini, lamb chops, buttermilk-fried quail with biscuits and hot pepper jelly, sliders, and a dirty martini. * The oxtail arancini: crunchy shell, moist interior , seriously solid. Might've liked a sauce option, but it held its own. * The lamb chops: four good chops, cooked nicely, my only thought: for the price (~$39) I wanted a little something on the side (veggie or potato) to round it out. * The sliders: tasty, fun for shareables, although felt a bit more bun than meat. Still good though. * The buttermilk fried quail: standout. The biscuit + hot pepper jelly combo brought that Southern-roots twist I love. * The dirty martini: exactly what I needed. Classic, clean, a good cocktail to anchor things. Our server was friendly, always smiling, attentive without being overbearing. Big plus. A small caveat We were seated with our backs to the bar and a wall/greenery partition preventing a clear view of the performance area. I totally get it (space/layout/ambience) but as someone who was hoping for a little more of that "see the action" moment, it was just a minor thing. I think a few more options on the menu like a pasta or potato dish + more Freshness would be an amazing touch! Overall great experience. The food, the vibe, the service all linked up nicely. As a chef myself I appreciate when the cooking shows care, and here it did. Plus it feels good to support a Black-woman-owned concept in Oakland. (Lucy Blue is indeed Black-woman-owned. ) I would absolutely come back again. If you go, try the arancini and quail. Dress smart-casual (they lean upscale). Enjoy. read more

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Ok I'm rounding up to 5 here...the drinks, food, ambiance, even pricing gets 5 stars. The service on the other hand was a bit...awkward?? Legitimately wondered if our server was high or just having a bad day. I mean..staffing in the Bay Area is a struggle though ‍. Anyways..come for really great drinks (we were very pleasantly surprised by how damn good they were), catch happy hour if you can, get the hush puppies. read more

Super cute spot for happy hour! The food was delicious, the drinks were on point, and the restaurant was clean and inviting. The bartenders were nice as well! read more

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I came here on a Friday night for dinner with a friend. The place filled up fast. The decor and vibe were great, I personally loved the chairs. The food and drinks were delicious. Our favorite were the oxtail arancini, but the hush puppies, bao buns and french onion toast were good too. I enjoyed both the blackberry sour and the Temescal-ada. Our server was sweet but seemed to spend most of her time socializing with the hostess. We had to flag her down to order more drinks and for our check. Despite that I still give the place 5 stars. read more

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Went here on a Saturday night around 6:15 with my friend. Not busy at all at that point. The space is a VIBE. Feels very grown and sexy. Dark in all the right ways. With light and textures in the right places. There was a private event going on in their upstairs space. I didn't realize how spacious the whole place was until I got up to use the restroom. My friend and I shared two orders of fries. Crispy on the outside. Seasoned. No notes. We got one order, loved them, so got another. I got the catfish bao. I loved it but wish there had been one more on the plate. She ordered the lamb and loved it. And she's a lamb connoisseur. I got the international boulevardier and loved it. My friend described her taste to the bartender so he suggested and made her a divine Kentucky mule. The man next to us got a gorgeous looking purple drink I'll be trying next time solely for how pretty it was. Purple is my favorite color. I'd love to come back on a date because of the vibes. Or throw a private party in the upstairs space. Can't wait to come back! Unfortunately, I per usual, took no photos. But what else is new!? read more

Well balanced drinks! (Sidecar & paper plane) Great food (lamb chops, oxtail balls-i forget the actual name, greens dip-think spinach dip for the culture, sliders, fries, catfish bao!!!!) Chill vibes Came w/ a party of 10 around 5:15 but Was seated quickly, and the service was good! Several people checked in on us to make sure we had all our food, collect empty plates etc. I'll gladly be back read more