Good pancakes and breakfast offerings Burgers were decent too Atmosphere is casual and service fast read more

I came here for breakfast with my three-year-old daughter, and unfortunately it was a big letdown. We both ordered pancakes, and they were honestly terrible--very dense, completely flavorless, and oddly pale. From the moment they arrived, I had a feeling they wouldn't be good, and that turned out to be right. I ordered bacon and wasn't expecting anything fancy, but it was surprisingly paper-thin and not very good. My daughter's sausage patties were tiny and quite dry. The coffee was decent, but that ended up being the best part of the meal. The atmosphere is pretty basic, though the restaurant is in a cool old building in Jack London Square. I've been here before, but it had been a long time, and I remember it being much better. Based on this experience, I wouldn't come back for breakfast. Maybe lunch is better, but I'm not in a rush to find out. read more

A good greasy spoon with an old fashioned taste. Crab omelette was heavy but excellent. Pancake was as expected and acceptable. Huevo's Ranchero with cheese add was exactly the gooey mess my sister wanted. TLDR: a bit greasy but the flavor profiles were on point. read more

Was visiting my sister and she suggested we eat at her favorite breakfast spot. It was very empty when we went. We were greet and seated right away. Quiet inside with some low tunes playing. The French toast was delicious ! Especially with strawberries read more

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Came here after picking up my friend from the airport, and we wanted to eat!!! The Eggs Benedict was absolutely delicious--perfectly prepared and definitely something I would order again. The crab cakes were another standout. They were crispy on the outside but surprisingly light and flavorful, without feeling heavy or overly breaded. Exactly how a good crab cake should be! Everything was fresh, satisfying, and delicious. read more

Don't when thus place changed hands but as an original Oakland resident I jave to say it's not as I remember it. I understand things change but I can't recommend this place. I walked out of Buttercup Grill after being seated and waiting for 10 minutes to jabe anyone speak to me, so I drove up the block for a simple late breakfast and no other expectations. After choosing a seat I asked for coffee, greapfeuit juice 3 eggs over easy, potatoes, bacon and toast. I didnt gett the coffee, the home fries with burnt onions that came out of the precooked pan was on the plate along with four pieces of bacon. Also on the plate was two pre-cooked croutons called toast. Having to flag down the preoccupied waitrest not tending to four people I asked for "not burnt and dry toast". 5 minuets later I wanted to just pay and leave at another disappointment in sevice. read more

Oakland Grill - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

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The Oakland Grill is a great place for a quick breakfast. I absolutely love their potatoes and how they come with sour cream. They are freshly made, not frozen and cooked to perfection. The cooks are super friendly and accommodating to request. The restaurant itself is small and quaint, Parking isn't horrible if you get lucky and they move reasonably fast with to go orders. read more

Oakland Grill - Veggie Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

I won't be going back here. The cooks are trash. I am upset I tipped. Never get food to go. I ordered a pancake combo with chives in my eggs and specifically asked for my eggs to be hard. The eggs were soft, there was no flavor and no chives but they did add egg shells. I could tell they were the little ones that fall in the bowl if your not paying attention. I had 2 bites that had shells. If they use already cracked eggs than I am scared. There was also a piece of a wrapper in my eggs. It may have been in the sausage patty also since i chopped it into my eggs. The pancakes weren't good they were regular not liek good old griddle pancakes. They were flat and light not thick fluffy and golden brown. BRING THE GOOD CAFES BACK TO Oakland Go to Nibs!! read more

The waffle combo which I ordered was pretty decent! The eggs were cooked how I requested and the waffle sure was a waffle. It didn't do anything spectacular to impress me, but it was tasty as such things go. However, my boyfriend ordered the BLT and he was extremely disappointed. We're not sure how one makes a bad BLT, but they managed. To add insult to injury the fries were then soggy Another peeve of mine occurred. There were six people at our table, three of whom ordered omelettes. The server didn't know what omelette he was brining to the table. Then, the meals came out in waves. Like, three breakfasts were delivered, then we got to wait another 15 minutes before the second three breakfasts were delivered. Because everyone at the table was trying to be polite, the people who were served first waited for the people who still needed their plates. This meant that half the people at the table ate cold breakfasts, which was especially unfortunate for those who got omelettes. read more

Oakland Grill - Waffle Combo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

I recently visited this breakfast spot and left feeling underwhelmed. The restaurant wasn't particularly busy yet the service didn't reflect that. I ordered the scramble combo while my boyfriend had the pancake combo. Unfortunately,the sides for his meal didn't arrive until after we had both already finished eating, which really threw off the whole experience. We also weren't really checked in on during our meal, even though we noticed surrounding tables getting attention multiple times. While the food itself was decent--nothing bad, but nothing memorable either--the lack of attentiveness stood out more than the meal. We did bring the issue to the host's attention and to their credit the bill was adjusted accordingly. The staff was friendly overall and the ambiance of the restaurant was fine but nothing special. In the end while it wasn't a terrible experience it's not a place I'd go out of my way to return to. read more

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Walked in here with a friend Sunday morning, was expecting a crowd, but thankfully there were a couple empty tables and we were seated right away. Firstly - The gentleman at the casher was the only person that provided us with any service, despite there being other staff members assisting other tables. Secondly - the food was ok. My friend got some kind of omelet and did not even eat half of it, because of their being no real flavor. I got the New York Scramble and I had the same experience no real flavor and pretty small size for what the price is. Overall I appreciate that they had seats available, but the flavor of the food and the prices are not for me. I do not mind paying $$$ but the flavor has to be there or at least the portion size should justify it. read more

Oakland Grill - New York Scramble - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

Family owned restaurant, very sweet people and welcoming! Love coming here to enjoy breakfast and lunch. My go to's are the following Mimosas, Hot chocolate, Freshly squeezed orange juice, Potstickers, California Burger, French toast with eggs and bacon, Breakfast burrito and totally recommend! Please note that there are times in the weekend they are super busy, please be patient read more

Oakland Grill - New York Steak - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

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You know I've been going to Oakland Grill off and on since the 80's and they had never disappointed, but this time I was. The eggs were scrambled hard the potatoes were old the sausage was greasy. Now come on! Doesn't everyone squeeze off the grease of sausage before putting it on your plate? I was looking for some nostalgia and I didn't get it. I won't be back. read more

Check out the potato dogs! According to Laura, they are the most delicious potato dogs. The world has ever known. Some people would even say they're better than a hotdog or a hamburger. I personally have never eaten the potato dog, but looking at the pictures I would like to I took 20 pictures. Pictures are awesome. Pictures are sometimes better than food. Sometimes they satisfy your hunger in a way that Food never could is that poetic. I don't know you tell me read more

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I'm bumping up this review. This spot is that locals, "greasy" spoon serving up huge portions of brunch. While I haven't tried everything, our most recent visit with kids in tow provided friendly, quick service, large, stick to your bones portions and tasty food. While maybe not "bougie", it was a great spot in an area lacking a ton of options. To note: We arrived about 1:30, 30 minutes or so before closing time, and there was no line, and they quickly served us. A few people came in even closer to closing time and were still seated. My son's kids breakfast at $10 included a mickey mouse pancake, 2 strips of bacon (wish that was crispier) and an egg. He of course ordered a hot chocolate that came with a tower of whipped cream. He was living the good life. My Colorado omelet at $16 was enough for two (and my husband and I did share it). Huge omelet with potatoes and a piece of toast. It was delicious with the only critique: the toast was not the highest quality bread, but all good. (I would have also loved some fruit as pictured in photos, but not this time) The menu has a little something for everyone, the place is a diner style with a bunch of tables, booths and a long counter. I'd like to add, they have huge windows, letting the natural sunlight pour in. It's really cozy. 100% a gem in an area that is losing businesses left and right. This is a staple, it's kid friendly and while I don't do brunch often, I'd recommend this place to anyone needing to cure a hangover, fill up a belly or just enjoy some eating out. read more

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I ordered the Joe Special with spinach, mushrooms, garlic, and onions and it was absolutely delicious. The combination was perfect, and the side of potatoes with sour cream was amazing too. I also loved the fresh pineapple and orange on the side. It's such a nice touch and really enhances the overall taste of the meal. I also ordered French toast and coffee and everything came out great. What really stood out to me was the service. They checked on me every few minutes to make sure I didn't need anything, which made the experience feel welcoming and genuine. This place truly doesn't miss. I left happy and satisfied and will definitely be back. read more

Oakland Grill - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

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I am so disappointed. I've been coming to the Oakland grill for decades. I always order the crab Benedict. We have since moved across the country and upon arriving back to the bay for a visit, we decided to hit the Oakland Grill for breakfast. This is the first thing I've eaten all day. I felt that the crab tasted a bit off, but my husband tried it and said it tasted okay, so I kept eating. A few minutes later I was throwing up the whole meal in the bathroom. I told our waitress and over 15 minutes went by while she deliberated with her manager about the validity of my complaint. Our waitress came back and said "Our manager says that we just got a new supply in, so there's nothing wrong with the food. Maybe you have an allergy, but here is the number you can call if you go to the hospital and you can file with our insurance--" "Um, okay, but I just threw up the whole meal in your bathroom. Can you rectify the bill to reflect that and take my meal off? It's not really okay that someone gets sick in your restaurant from the food and you come back with 'file a complaint with our insurance'-- we're on a trip back in the Bay, so no I won't be going to the hospital" *mind you, I'm also 6 months pregnant* my face is red, capillaries burst in my eyes from vomiting-- The toilet was full of vomit, I feel like I should've shown it to her, but of course I flushed and wiped things down (after asking for paper towels, because there weren't any) because I'm not disgusting and didn't think I would be met with the rebuttal I got. So she went back to talk to the manager, and came back again and said "She says everything is just free and she wants to know if you need us to call an ambulance" which would have been a kind gesture if it wasn't insulting. The manager was incredibly rude, basically just wanted to shoo us out the door, and did not apologize or seem concerned. The server was very polite. So what the biggest disappointment is, is that the Oakland Grill is ruined for me now. It went from being a favorite place to having the worst customer service experience I've ever had. I've worked in food service-- you simply apologize, comp the entree and move on. But here we are and they've lost a customer. Of course, we still tipped our waitress on the full ticket value and told her we appreciated her going back and forth. We had no problem with paying the bill, but I'm shocked to have been met with a clap-back after they all clearly saw me (and probably heard me) come out from vomiting in the bathroom twice-- red faced, flushed, with capillaries burst around my eyes from the pressure of getting sick. So if you decide to go, don't order the "real crab" read more

Oakland Grill - this is the phone number she brought me to "take it up with our insurance if you go to the hospital" - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

This is such a cute breakfast and beyond restaurant. I've been here like twice or three times already and each time the food and the service was great. They have large portions. I remember getting like an omelette and it was like half the plate. It was so good. I highly recommend it here. read more

My boyfriend decided to take me here since he grew up eating from this restaurant as he raved about it in the car ride there explaining how good it is. As excited I was for him, we were left disappointed in our breakfast. The Joes special was so weird... the eggs lacked so much flavor while the potatoes were SO salty. It didn't balance eachother out because of how bland or salty a bite was. Crab cake benedict was okay. The crab cake itself was mostly dough rather than filling. The potatoes again were super salty. Service was great, kind staff. As my boyfriend sat and ate his meal he was really disappointed and I had to listen in the car ride home about how the quality went down and the food was ok. read more

Oakland Grill - Joe's Special & Crab Cake Benedict 3/5 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

Service was very fast and I was able to get seated quickly for Weekend brunch. Although the potatoes were softer than I'd prefer, the servings were large and I'd always prefer to leave full than hungry for more! The interior feels very simple and old school. I'd recommend if you're in the area, but nothing was out of the ordinary. read more

Oakland Grill - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

I've came in once or twice before and the food is always good and service is fast. This place is usually very busy and only serves breakfast and lunch. The restaurant itself is very casual and located right in the midst of the produce market in Oakland. After not being here for a while (only because it's a little out of the way for me) I can tell you that the food and service is still constant. A must return spot when in the area. read more

Oakland Grill - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

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I love Hole in the wall eateries! Wooden benches give authentic vibes. Food and service was a pleasant surprise. Chicken was well cooked and seasoned as well as breakfast potatoes. The WAFFLE YUM! Mimosas were great! Different flavors to choose from. Will definitely be back! read more

Oakland Grill - Chicken and waffle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

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First time going to Oakland Grill and I must say, everything was beyond my expectations. I called Easter morning to check the wait time, and upon arrival the owners had a booth already waiting for me. I ordered the Colorado Omelette and my boyfriend ordered the Oakland Grill Omelette. We also both shared an order of French toast. The order came out in a timely fashion and everything was very delicious. Both Omelette orders come with country potatoes that were very tasty. My omelette had avocado included and they were beyond generous with the portions. Another thing I would like to mention is that the service was very attentive. You have personnel walking down the isles checking up on you and making sure everything is up to par. The location has plenty of parking so you do not have to worry about where to park. I will be coming back soon. read more

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Returned for lunch on a Tuesday at noon. Not crowded and seated right away. Ordered Mushroom Burger and Oakland Grill burger. Otherwise we're excellent. Again large portions. Left satisfied. Great place for breakfast or lunch. Will return and can definitely recommend others try Oakland Grill. read more

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Nestled in the Produce & Waterfront area of Oakland near Jack London Square lives a quaint restaurant serving an eclectic mix of cuisines which give nod to the diversity of The Town. There's something for everyone from loco mocos to steak and eggs to breakfast burritos making it a go-to for family Sunday brunch. The staff is friendly, attentive, and offer a sense of hospitality that's becoming a rarity in the industry. Support a solid local business! read more

Great tasting food, filling portions, and awesome customer service that makes you feel at home.

Ummm... no! This was once a place I frequented with friends, family and the like. Yesterday was hands down my last trip to this Jack London Square staple. The dining area was clean with the exception of a couple dirty tables. Our order- a waffle combo w/scrambled eggs, a fruit-topped, crispy waffle with eggs O/M and a pancake combo with eggs O/M and bacon. The food arrived quickly but surprisingly was not hot. We asked for warm syrup to melt the cold blocks of butter but were disappointed with an "it's broken" explanation. Not sure what has to be broken to prevent warming syrup or butter . The fruit atop the waffle and served with the waffle combo was more than a disappointment, especially with a bustling fresh produce market next door. The fruit-topped waffle was missing the whipped topping, so he handed the spray can to us. Weird. We returned the thin, blondie pancakes and fruit waffle untouched and paid the $32 tab for a waffle combo, four eggs and two slices of bacon. In Oakland's sea of culinary options there's no need to settle for less than acceptable. read more

Bad food handling practices. A little unkept and sticky. The breakfast was good though I was nervous.

Had to run into Oakland for a few hours, decided to stop for breakfast at this recommended establishment, the Oakland Grill. A few blocks from Jack London Square, the Oakland Grill is right in the middle of the downtown industrial food markets. The service was mid, considering there were only two people in there besides me. I asked for a glass of water two times, got up and went to the counter after 20 minutes to ask for a glass of water and still didn't receive it. It wasn't until my food came and I asked once again for a glass of water and it finally came. 30 minutes later. The food was mid. The scrambled eggs didn't have any flavor, but they were cooked perfectly. The potatoes were good, had a touch crema that was also good. The sausage patties were not homemade, but they were ok. The ambiance of the restaurant was old school, probably a popular place way back in the days. Unfortunately, this place fell short on customer service satisfaction and food followed behind. read more

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10/10 Food is really good, super fresh with fast service. Amazing! Definitely coming back read more

Oakland Grill - Fruit French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

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This was my first time here I really like the location of the restaurant which was off the Main Street (broadway) and it was really quiet. I felt a little rushed to order my food. When I received my meal I was not checked on the whole time I was eating and it's not like the place was super busy. The potatoes had a lot of flavor and a little undercooked in my opinion and the hot links could've been grilled a little longer also. I paid $21.50 for this meal which Is more than what I usually would pay for this type of meal. Overall given the location and ambiance I might give it a second shot. Stay tuned. read more

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This is based on personal history of hospitality- Just because you can purchase & operate a restaurant doesn't mean you are well suited to do so. This is my 2nd time dining here & will luckily be my last. Service is spartan. The turnaround from ordering food to arriving at table is waay too stretched because the owner/operator obviously has whittled away his staff to a minimum. Sure, Sunday breakfast at noon is busy but there was no waiting for a table, seeing servers almost running doesn't bode well & most tables were waiting for their food. My friend's huevos rancheros was disgusting (owner was helming the grill) & no employee ever checked on us. No staff smiles or interaction with customers which should happen occasionally in a bustling diner. My salmon scramble was decent, hence 2 stars but plate had a child's portion of home fries. Went there as a reprieve from continuously dining at Buttercup & my original hunch to avoid this place was validated. Place is charming at a great location but the unsmiling, impersonal, looking owner is a major turn off. read more

For reference, I haven't been here since it changed ownership. I see the recent bad reviews, and it's sad to see them. Since I can't speak to the service or food quality right now, my rating is for past great experiences. I'll focus on the location and interior. The location is entirely unique and such a fun experience. Oakland Grill is in the Produce District. If you go for breakfast early during the week, you get to watch all the activity as fresh produce arrives, is unloaded by forklifts, and restaurateurs come to get their supplies. The interior is classic brick-and-timber, with 15-foot ceilings and a loft area. read more

The food is great. No frills just well Executed food. Pricing is very reasonable and won't break the bank. Our server was very soft spoken and attentive. Our table added a loco moco which was surprisingly good. They charbroil their burgers which you don't see around much anymore. Definitely on repeat during the weekdays as the weekends they have long long long lines. read more

Oakland Grill has been a long time, steady breakfast and brunch spot since 1996! It's your local go to spot that will accommodate your needs and deliver a solid, generous and tasty meal! Owners, servers and kitchen guys have been around for 5-20 years and are eager to accommodate your requests! read more

My family and I visited Oakland Grill on a Sunday morning. There were people in the restaurant, but it didn't appear too busy. They seated us upstairs. Ten minutes passed and no one came to check on us. My dad wiped down the high chair for my niece and that thing was DIRTY. A server came to check us and - the last straw for me - said they couldn't serve us because they were busy. Then why seat us in the first place? Waste of my damn time. read more

It seems this place has gone downhill. Does it have new owners or something? I use to eat here a lot. The food was amazing, and there was always a wait to get in. Today I went at about 2 30pm after having not eaten here in a few years. I was shocked to find it nearly empty on a Sunday. I ordered the crab cake Benedict with potatoes, and my friend ordered the fruit-topped Belgian waffle, which he said was "just okay". My crab Benedict was decent, though not as flavorful as I remember. The potatoes were horrible. They weren't flavorful at all, and half of them were undercooked and a little crunchy. I wasn't gonna review this place but I went on yelp and saw two recent reviews from people who also thought they had gone downhill. So management, if you see this, for the sake of your business and patrons, listen to your customers! read more

Quite possibly THE best breakfast burrito in the east bay.... Not trying to start fights but just saying! Love that there are outdoor seating options for those who come to dine with their dogs. Sometimes they forget about you and you have to wait a while for your coffee to be refilled if you're outside but they always come around eventually! Great food! Large portions! Come hungry - roll your way home read more

Best Huevos Rancheros I've had in 10yrs! I'm picky about this specific dish too lol the service was so fast. It's a cute spot. read more

Oakland Grill - Huevos rancheros - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

It's a pretty good lil' local breakfast eatery here in Oakland. The waitress who I always have the good fortune of encountering has been there EIGHTEEN (!!!) years, and her dedication shows. They're one of the few spots that knows how to make my order perfectly, taking only a head nod as a description. They're also one of the few spots who understand what "well done" means in the realm of omelettes--perfectly browned without that pesky, weird runniness some breakfast spots (that shall not be named) are all about. You may or may not have had the delicious Homemade Café in Berkeley (and I am not tryna plug one breakfast spot in my review of another breakfast spot, but I'm just a breakfast-y person and am doing this all for your benefit), but if you have you know about their sour cream and salsa accompaniment to their breakfast potatoes. While they may not offer fresh salsa, Oakland Grill definitely offers that dollop of sour cream for your 'taters on the side. Coupled with the extra avo I had in my omelette and the table-side Tapatío, it was a straight party, folks. If you're in the area, it's definitely a worthwhile stop for some breakfast staples. read more