It is good to come early 5:30 pm to have better parking and enjoy the ambience before it got too crowded. We started with a round of drinks: Crazy Pisco, lemon drop, MUA lemonade, Faction pale ale. Appetizers to include crab cakes, and the BEST TASTING BRUSSEL SPROUTS aka " brown butter brussel sprouts. You must order these. Our entrees included a wonderful slow cooked lamb shank(enough for 2 people), crab po boy with tons of fries and fried chicken. We finished off our evening with pineapple cake, bread pudding, and an almond cake all exceptionally delicious. We were provided with excellent service from Val. read more

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Another evening in beautiful Oakland with my colleagues (7 of us) at dinner at Mua. JR was our server and JR was top notch with personality and helpfulness when it came to our food allergies (vegan and gluten free). Upon looking at the menu, I wanted everything! I'm not even kidding. Everything sounded great. The space is really cool as well inside with lots of that local art you know and love in the Oakland area. I ordered a margarita to start. Yum! For apps, we ordered the guac and chips alongside the fried calamari. I partook in the guac and chips, fresh and delish. Calamari was not gfree. For my main entree I split a beet salad with one of my colleagues, I can't say no to a beet salad. Then I ordered the mussels...which were so good. I loved the aioli on the top of the fries. I also had a bite of my colleagues coleslaw...and I will say it was the best non mayo based coleslaw I've ever had! Not kidding! It has red onion, green pepper, and cilantro. For dessert since it's always a must on a biz trip, we ordered crème brûlée and a sorbet. The brulee was as expected and perfect to end the night. Will definitely be back! read more

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All i have to say is Mua! A kiss of great food and company! Ambiance was nice, staff greeted me quickly. read more

Mua is a great vibe. I tried the Softshell Crab Po'boy, and it was well made and a memorable choice. The music set the tone, the staff was very welcoming, and overall, it made for an enjoyable evening. read more

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Went here with 4 coworkers to celebrate a work milestone and was beautiful. The drinks were great and the food was even better. We all ordered different items and shared. Our waitress was amazing and surprised me with a dessert at the end of dinner. read more

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Dined here after a seeing a play at paramount theatre. I believe the building was once a car dealership. The establishment did a good job giving it an eclectic vibe. Looks like a nice place to host a private gathering. The people I was with, including myself was a little skeptical when reading the menu as all the food sounded very exotic, but everything we had was delicious and the service we received was great. read more

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Was heading to the City on a Saturday afternoon to hit up a play at the Orpheum Theatre and decided to grab dinner in Oakland along the way. Wow! What an amazing experience Mia was. First and foremost the ambiance is five stars. The minute you walk in you can feel a great vibe. Our server immediately took care of us from the moment we sat down. He explained the menu and ordered our drinks. We explained we were on a tight schedule and he was punctual with our dinner orders too. My party enjoyed the fried chicken, blackened catfish, steak with potatoes and a Caesar salad. For dessert we shared bread pudding and crème brûlée. I would definitely be back again to enjoy a great meal and ambience. read more

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This spot is such a fun vibe! Great love DJ, amazing food/drinks and service was great! We got a few things to share and dined family style so we can try a little bit of everything. I can't recommend if enough because the food was phenomenal! Our favorites were for sure the beef carpaccio, chicken wings and blackened catfish! Bone marrow was good just wasn't for me, garlic prawns were decent but wasn't too flavorful. I'd come back a thousand times for the blackened catfish and beef carpaccio. If you're going to get anything get those two! Service is shared and everyone helps each other which means you're never really waiting too long for anything. Cocktails came out quick and were great. I'd definitely be coming back! read more

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Wow What an adventure! MUA has set the stage for all of the yummy food I expect to have in Oakland! Such a great place as my first eatery as a new bay area resident. Arrived on time for my 8:00pm reservation and while people were definitely in ther having a good time, it was a quieter evening. Which was great since I really got to soak in the ambiance of this place. Incredible art lined the walls (very basquiat-esque), great chill music, tons of decor and huge giant mirrors in the back of the place to make it look much bigger. Low lights and calm energy also, definitely my favorite kind of restaurant vibes. To start off, i, of course had to grab a cocktail. I started off with the Crazy Pisco which was great! Super smooth, a little sour, and delicious. For food, we had such a great few dishes to share: Beef Carpaccio - This was so good! I'm a huge lover of any kind of carpaccio so this one hit all of the cylinders for me. Thinly sliced and yummy with an arugula salad to pair it with. Delicious! Mushroom Crostini - I am so happy I am a fully formed adult who got over her hatred of mushrooms because this was too good! What can I say...Yummy mushrooms, crispy bread, and a delicious sauce. I was a happy camper! This also had some arugula paired with it. Chicken Wings - These were the fan favorite of the bunch! Give me a chicken wing with some great sauce and im your forever. Yummy, sweet sticky sauce baked into some great chicken wings. We fought over a few pieces for sure. Bone Marrow - Simple, delicious, fatty, yummy. The bone marrow was totally great with some toasted bread. Super happy with this one. I've officially given up dessert for Port. So I had to finish the night off with one. Perfect ending to such a wonderful meal. Lovely time over at MUA! The vibes were immaculate, the service was wonderful, and the food was amazing. Super great intro to the food scene in Oakland! read more

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Damn Oakland, I see you. Loved the industrial airy vibes and cool ass playlist. But most importantly the food was sooo good. Got a fully loaded crab po' boy on a soft brioche bun with a great tart slaw (with two whole soft shell crabs) and swapped the fries for a refreshing vinaigrette salad. The fresca drink with taijin rim was great. We were jamming and eating. Such a vibe. read more

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Good food and service the food came out perfectly cooked and the service was excellent

I hadn't been to Mua in over 7 years! That fact alone made me marvel at Mua's staying power against a highly volatile Oakland restaurant backdrop. The space is still massive and the drinks are still great. But, I was actually blown away by the burger which I don't exactly remember being so damn good. Perfectly seasoned with amazing toppings that helped to offset a bun that I thought was just so-so. Glad to see this spot still going strong! read more

Got the fried chicken and baby girl cocktail. LOVED the coconut in the cocktail and the coleslaw was light and had cilantro which was perfect. The ambiance is so vibey and chill, best Spotify playlist I've heard in a while. read more

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I haven't been to this place in a while, but I still love it. Great atmosphere for the start of your evening. Grateful the service is wonderful. Drinks are nice. Love it. I always like coming on the weekends. read more

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7/19/25 We finally got to try Mua in Oakland! It's been bookmarked for a few years. I would describe Mua as a very trendy restaurant and bar with a unique, artistic, and warehouse lofty atmosphere. They have a good menu and pours even better cocktails. Our server Juliana was nice and attentive as needed for our party of 12 with kids. We shared the Beef Bone Marrow. Came with toasted slices of baguette. Looked really good but got cold way too quick and there wasn't enough baguette for the very thick marrow served. Also ordered Brussel sprouts to share which was ok. I ordered the fried chicken which was cooked to perfection, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Served with cornbread and coleslaw but we opted for fries. Hubs ordered the salmon served on top of spinach, bacon and tomato - hubs said the spinach (salad?) was too tart for his preference. Oldest son ordered burrata which was served with grilled veggies and baguette. He said it was really good. Youngest son ordered the blackened catfish with dirty rice and aioli. He said it has too much aioli spread on the catfish but otherwise he really liked his meal. Chicken Milanese was bomb. I shared some chicken and fries with a girlfriend of mine and she shared the Milanese. If I came back, it would be my go too. We'd be back if in the area. Prices are a bit steep but food and drinks are good. See you all at the next review! Have a wonderful weekend! read more

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Don't know how this place gets only a 3.9 rating. MUA is MUA! Food is always delicious from calamari to salmon to catfish! And the drinks are amazing. I have never had a bad drink yet. Only downside I will say it's very limited parking and reservations require deposit. This place is by far one of my favorite restaurants in Oakland and great for date night. read more

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We recently were looking for something new and exciting for a Valentines date, .Wifey and I are always doing the same routine in the East Bay area of Walnut Creek, Danville, and Lafayette area. We had been to this establishment a while back and it was summer evening for a Birthday celebration. Pre pandemic but I was looking for a place with a Bar and a nice atmosphere . Luckily I had made reservation a week prior because it was a bit crowded. We had a bit trouble parking but found a nearby garage. I had arrived on time but the wait it was running a little behind. We slid into the Bar for a Whiskey Sour and a Rita. The Bartender was attentive and they had a good vibe. Our table was ready pretty shortly and we started with the Calamari appetizer. We had a very friendly Server and she was very personable. We had ordered a Chicken Miliansa and a Blacken Catfish. Both dishes were great and the rice pilaf was perfect. When it came to desserts, we opted out for another spot but definitely worth the drive from Wc area. Music, vibe and food ultimately made it a special Valentines date. read more

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I am obsessed with this place!! Well, I've only been here once but it was amazing. The catfish was spectacular, the DJ was playing all the right songs, and the service was good too. The interior is so cute/chic... very industrial. I'll definitely be back and I'll be bringing friends with me!! read more

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Visited MUA recently for the first time. Nearly missed it because the front room was dark, and it looked closed, but we made it to the door and saw the main part of the restaurant was in back of the building. Great decor. We immediately struck by the lighting and creativity in the spaces decoration. You enter through the "bar", but it creates intrigue. The main dining room is in a large warehouse type space, that also includes a loft with it's own bar. We had a reservation, and were quickly seated. We started with cocktails, which were interesting and well crafted. Since we were a small group, we did things family-style so we could explore the menu. We had chicken liver pate, burrata, "cheeseless" mac and cheese (butternut squash and shells), and a charred romaine salad to start, and then shared the rib eye steak, mussells, and a couple of other dishes. All were well prepared, served promptly, and delicious. Everyone enjoyed every bite as best I could tell. We finished with coffees and desert. We tried the bread pudding which was amazing - several people commented that may have been the best they had ever had, as well as the pineapple upsidedown cake - which was also quite tasty and well balanced. Overall we enjoyed our experience quite a lot! MUA has a lively atmosphere, great food and drinks, and great service. Well worth a visit if you are in the area! read more

I'm not in Oakland often but when I am I go to Mia!! Bring your patience for parking. Once inside it's a funky vibe with great service, drinks and food. I always order the mussels and fries. The no cheese Mac and cheese is delicious and made w/ butternut squash. Perfectly seasoned and crisp brussels sprouts makes it easy to be healthy. The collard greens weren't my favorite, but my friends enjoyed them. There's a DJ playing music. Great vibe all around. This is a great date night spot or even for a dinner party with a large group friends. read more

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I joined a friend here for a girls night and we had a great time. We stopped by on a Friday night, after work, and thankfully we were seated immediately. Our server wasn't the greatest, however. He actually sucked. Perhaps it was toward the end of his shift, but he wasn't really that friendly and spoke to us in a hurried tone. He didn't smile, and only checked on us once during our meal. We noticed other servers were checking on their tables periodically, and we were getting a little annoyed, because we wanted round 2 for our drinks. He also wasn't helpful at all, when we asked for recommendations. After we grabbed the check, we sat for a while longer, finishing off our drinks, when another server stopped by the table and asked us to sign for our meals. Ummm, we already took care of that. She was nice, informed us our server left for the night, and told us she would check for our signed receipts. But, nope, she couldn't locate them. Again, weird. I mean, I understand you're ready to get home, but you could've said goodnight and ensured that our signed receipts were accounted for. The food was okay....and with the service, I wont be going back. Maybe if we had the young woman who ensured our tab was paid as our server, but the bald, older man really left a lot to be desired. read more

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Food 10/10 Vibe 10/10 Drinks 10/20 Definitely a cool place to gather with friends for good food and drinks! read more

The good: the alcohol and service. The ok: the food. The calamari was underwhelming. The prawns were bland and disappointing. The arugula pear salad was pretty good, and the steak was easy to share among the 3 of us. read more

This is my favorite restaurant in Oakland! The restaurant is in a warehouse style building with Basquiat style art. They have a DJ on weekends and the genre varies. Overall it's a very Oakland vibe. The service is generally good, though they can get very busy. I recommend reservations for Friday and Saturday nights. All the food and drinks are delicious! The food options are a variety of cuisines, you can come here different and have a completely different style meal, and yet all the dishes pair well together. Whenever I come, I always get the no cheese mac n cheese. It sounds strange, but it's amazing. My favorite drink is the Billie Jean. They also have happy hour all night Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday and 5pm-7pm Friday and Saturday at the bar only. read more

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I heard about this spot a lot from a bunch of friends & was glad I finally got to visit! I was attracted to the photos of the bone marrow & had to try it! The baby pickles that came on the side were super vinegary but I still enjoyed the bone marrow -- very soft & buttery! & SO much. Did not skimp out! The 1lb ribeye was SOOO good & so filling!! Omg we def came out with leftovers that looked like a whole 'nother steak -- so basically we got a 2 for 1 meal....girl math lol The grilled romaine salad was also so interesting! So flavorful! Idk why more places don't prepare it that way. I want it that way more often!! Our waitress was very attentive which is all we can ask for tbh. Never took long to get her attention despite being a full house! The space is very nice as well -- HIGH ceiling, candlelit at night, artwork, lots of natural light from the windows for daytime. Cozy, home-y, yet elegant with Oakland culture! read more

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I've dined at MUA a long time ago but recently decided to go for happy hour. We ordered a few items but I wasn't really impressed by anything. I do like that they have food items on their HH menu. Not sure if there's a need for me to come back but I did like the drinks. read more

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Food (we had a big party and everyone liked their dinner) drinks, and service was good. The place has a nice Ambiance .

MANAGER ON DUTY (4/18 - evening shift) REFUSES TO ACCOMMODATE FOOD ALLERGIES!! We ordered the Caesar salad, assuming like most places that the dressing was jarred or at least not made in-house with anchovies. Typically, when most restaurants make it in-house, it's clearly stated in their menu. This was not the case here. When I took a bite, I immediately realized it had anchovies in it--something my friend is allergic to. I told her not to eat it, and we let the staff know right away. Instead of being understanding, the manager refused to replace it with something else because it was "half eaten." I had literally taken one bite and told my friend not to touch it. When I pointed that out, the manager snarkily said, "We don't do samples here." I've never felt so insulted. We weren't trying to sample anything--we just wanted a replacement so my friend could have something to eat without risking an allergic reaction. The complete lack of empathy or willingness to accommodate a food allergy was honestly shocking and incredibly disappointing. We won't be coming back. It's too bad because I liked it here, but can't support a business who treats customers like this. I should also mention that the fries were soggy and cold, and the tofu wasn't crispy. We didn't complain about those items, cause we ain't out here "asking for samples" SMH. read more

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Mua is a popular place that offers small & large plates. There is only street parking (and not in the best of areas). I think the dish that really blew my mind was the no cheese mac & cheese, which was made with butternut squash. Every time we bring friends here to try this they are amazed. Their bar is pretty extensive. read more

Came here without reservation right before going to Usher's concert. Place was so cute and actually pretty big,they have some seating outdoor and also upstairs. We did not realize how busy this place can get,host said to try to grab seats at the bar and lucky for us we got lucky and found two. The bar served everything on the menu. We ordered fried calamari for appetizers and we trued their ribeye served with french fries and loved it. Our bartender David made us some awesome drinks that was not on the menu and it was our favorite called naked and famous it was so delicious. We'll definitely be coming back to this placero enjoy the dining experience. read more

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My husband and I got a night out without our toddler! I knew Mua as an Oakland staple and after reading more and a menu once over, seemed like the perfect date night spot. Did not disappoint! The vibe was fun! Romantic, soft lighting, almost dark. Live DJ spinning on the atrium second level. Service was friendly and attentive from beginning to end. Cocktails were fun and fresh! We shared plates and enjoyed everything. Well spiced and seasoned, each dish packed unique flavor. The real highlight though were the pork spare ribs... The meat was fall off the bone tender but had a nice charred crisp you still had to cut through. The sauce had a mole quality. It was thick, heavily savory spiced but sweet and bright with cinnamon and herbs. Left a comforting coat in your mouth. I'd love to know for how long and how low they cook these for! Absolutely yum! We will absolutely be back for more ribs and other delights! Thanks to all at Mua for a lovely evening in Oakland! read more

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Gosh it's been a minute since I've been to Mua. From what I can remember was back in 2019 for a friends bday and I wanted to plan a date night, so Mua was on my mind. So many new restaurants in the town of Oakland which I had no idea. Anyhoot, I'd like to say my experience was the same from the first time I went and we both enjoyed our dinner. No complaint's, and food was great. Definitely felt the same vibe and spacious venue, love they still have a dj and fun atmosphere read more

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Trashhhh restaurant, the employees treated the "black" party I was with like trash! Had a reservation, took them an additional 1 hour to sit us bc we added one to the party. Then sat us, with an attitude, at a table just to pull a chair up. Asked to speak to management and they gave us a hard time as well. I guess she called herself having her employers back. Mind you this happened two years ago and my friend mentioned this place and I said hellllll no so I decided to write another review since they have my IG profile block but that fine bc a bunch of my followers reposted this racists restaurant. I'm saying racists bc I can't see another issue they could have had with us TRASSSSSSSHHHHHHHH SERVICE!!! And I seen a bug read more

This family run restaurant has been around for over sixteen years, but Jamie W. and I only recently ambled in here after a cocktail at Thee Stork Club down 24th (review: https://yelp.to/ahEct4AHPT). We were surprised how expansive the space was because we had no clue what an eclectic and open warehouse it was inside. We were even more surprised that the menu consisted mostly of comfort favorites. Co-owners Hi-Suk and San-Ju Dong have an extensive culinary background that wouldn't settle for a straight forward homestyle execution. We saw that with our first entree, the $28 Fried Chicken, which consisted of five tender, bone-in pieces lightly breaded and fried and served in a metal bucket accompanied by a slice of moist cornbread and a scoop of Asian-style cole slaw (photo: https://yelp.to/Yn44OqjdGt). We decided to split the $19 #CBQ Burger, a fully loaded vegan burger made of chickpea, bulgur, quinoa, walnuts, and spices. It came with tomato, onion, cole slaw, and sprouts, along with a side of fries and aioli (photo: https://yelp.to/qjUnIrdx_z). It was honestly among the more satisfying vegan burgers either of us had. The $15 Shiitake Mushroom Crostini was our starter. It was tasty though a tad oily with the abundant sliced shiitake mixed with herb goat cheese and arugula (photo: https://yelp.to/8aqGbmFU9P). Both of us smartly went non-alcoholic with our libations - the $7 Arnold Palmer for Jamie and the $10 Low Down for me, a refreshing blend of pineapple, ginger, lime, mint, jalapeño, and tajin rim (photo: https://yelp.to/QQkkrkidjj). It was a genuinely satisfying meal that we returned a couple of weeks later. We went a little higher end with our choices this time by starting with the creamy $12 Chicken Liver Pate topped with pickled onions and sliced pear on crostini (photo: https://yelp.to/Gm43H_ruko). Our main splurge was the $45 Tagine, a generously portioned and quite unexpected Moroccan braised lamb shank with saffron and couscous (photo: https://yelp.to/kWv9BEuu9G). Savory good and quite tender. We decided on a third choice we ended up finishing at home, the $24 Soft Shell Crab Po'Boy with cole slaw, spicy aioli, and fries (photo: https://yelp.to/Rw3HOv22cv). It was crispy-chewy good and held up well for lunch the day after. Yep, Jamie and I discovered a new favorite, and it only took us sixteen years to find it. So much for our aspirations of being culinary trendsetters. Mua worked for us. FOOD - 5 stars...our batting average was impressively high here AMBIANCE - 5 stars...love the spaciousness SERVICE - 4.5 stars...pretty attentive and surprisingly fast TOTAL - 5 stars...if you need comfort food with style in big portions but definitely not diner prices - this be it RELATED - Exploring Oakland? Here's my collection of places I've patronized and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2ObVcpQ read more

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So back in the day prior to being on Yelp we stopped in here all the time after work which was close by. Hey, no judgement, when you work in finance and IT you need a break from the day. After dropping in here after prolly 5 years it was nice to see some things haven't changed. We may have sat in the dining room once or twice but usually at the bar. The drinks are always great and the food choices work for us. Since I usually drink tequila I'm easy. My partner gets stuff more complicated but always perfect. Great vibe. Bartenders are always nice and informative. The only real downside is street parking bites and it is Oakland so pay attention. Going with 4 stars. Not sure what would make it 5. read more

The vibe and space is amazing! They even have a room for private events. Loved the artwork and the staff there! The food was decent but sometimes hit or miss. The Brussels sprouts for us just were not seasoned enough and not crispy enough. The wings were saucy and so flavorful! The bone marrow was tasty but the presentation made it more difficult to serve. If it was cut in half it would be easier to scoop out and serve to the table etc. I really enjoyed the no cheese mac and cheese! It definitely doesn't taste like cheese but the flavors were still tasty and creamy! The fried polenta and that sauce was packed full of spices and flavor with just a slight heat. You've got to try the grilled Caesar salad! I'm not one for cutting my salad but the love was definitely put into this salad. The ribeye steak was so yummy with that herb butter and so big it is perfect to share! Now the real star of the show in my opinion are the cocktails! Beautifully mixed and they know what they are doing! The flourless almond cake was unfortunately super dry. I know what you are thinking, sometimes that happens with flourless cakes, but I've had really balanced flourless treats and this one just didn't meet the mark for me. The affogato however, that was perfect. Our server, Justin was fabulous and took good care of us! The staff were friendly and really fun too! read more

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Great, clean atmosphere with a welcoming vibe from the moment you walk in. The happy hour menu is off the chain, seriously impressive options that make it hard to choose just one thing. We tried the beef liver pâté, and it was absolutely incredible, 10/10, rich, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. On top of that, the service was everything, attentive, friendly, and made the entire experience even better. Definitely a spot worth coming back to! read more

Came here on a Friday evening for a friend's birthday dinner. Luckily she had made reservations because the place was packed. Checking in was a breeze and we were quickly seated. The venue and ambiance is such a vibe, really loved the candlelight and live DJ. Our server was great! He quickly came by to introduce himself and immediately took our order since we were ready to go. We ended up ordering family style and mostly only ordered appetizers. Appetizers: - Garlic Prawns: This dish SOO good! Really loved the sauce it was cooked in and how juicy the shrimp was. However the dish portion is quite small (4 prawns & 3 slices of baguette). - Guacamole & Chips: Can't go wrong with this classic appetizer! The Guacamole was very fresh, nicely seasoned and paired well with the crunchy chips. - Chicken Wings: Very saucy but packed with flavor! The flavor of the sauce was nicely balanced. - Brussel Sprouts: These were just ok, probably wouldn't order again. We just ordered it to have some greens lol. - Beef Bone Marrow: Probably one of our top fav appetizers of the night. I didn't like the pickles but that's just cus dislike pickles. - Fried Calamari: My fav dish of the night, it was breaded nicely and was so light/crispy. Comes with two sauces but honestly great on its own with some lemon juice on top! - Ribs: The meat was falling off the bone, it was soo good! Loved the sauce it was smothered in. A little messy to eat (obviously) but totally worth it! Entree: - Fried Chicken: My partner and I shared this entree. The cornbread was really good and moist. The chicken wasn't heavily breaded and was fried to perfection, chicken was also juice/moist. The coleslaw was just ok, wish we could've subbed for fries but they don't allow modifications. Luckily we ordered a side of fries so that paired nicely with the fried chicken. Overall, this is a great meeting spot for drinks and light snacks. If getting entrees, just know the portions aren't the biggest but the food is really delicious! Parking is a bit rough on busy nights, there is a parking lot however the lot and the surrounding street was already packed at 7:30pm. Luckily we took a rideshare so we didn't have to deal with the parking. I will definitely be back again to try their other dishes! read more

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Great atmosphere and service. The food was good and variety. The drinks were delicious a bit pricey but considering the area was OK.

This restaurant was highly rated. I was super excited and I even made reservation just in case there was a long line. There wasn't. The ribeye was a bit disappointing. There wasn't much marbling and it was on the dry side. But the appetizers were excellent. I would definitely come here just for the appetizers and drinks. Service was good. When there's music, I imagine this place to be hopping. Overall, it was very good. For Thinsulin fans, there's many green light options. read more

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