Whenever it's my pick to go out to dinner in Oakland, Parche is my go-to. I typically go for a girls night or a family birthday. It's lively, colorful, and the food is incredible. I have tried both menus and every item on the menu has been incredible. The ambience is a vibe with lots of artwork, good music, friendly staff, and elite cuisine. We love Colombian food, but Parche has mastered making their dishes true culinary art. read more

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This place has such a great ambiance you forget that you are in downtown Oakland. I will say the guy who was the hostess server and bus boy was very dry. He wasn't very friendly or helpful for people who have never been to the establishment. Like sir help me out here. But hey he may have been having a rough day considering he was doing it all. The food was good it was very flavorful, I did deconstruct the sandwich to create my meal. But I was so surprised at the salad dressing I'm not a fan of many dressings but it was delicious and the green sauce too. My passion fruit ice tea was very not sweet but the flavor was great. I will definitely go and again and try their cocktails! read more

Parche - Cool posters - Colombian Near Me - Oakland, California

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This place is a keeper! I don't get to Oakland often, but when I do Parche will be on my go-to list. The service was great! So friendly and attentive even to me as a solo diner. My three entrees were tasty and amazing: Tumaco ceviche, frijoles de Palenque, and bruselas El prado. I hope to bring a fellow foodie with me next trip. Thanks for a great meal and vibe. read more

Parche - Colombian Near Me - Oakland, California

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What a great find - a Colombian resto is not easy to come by and for us quick travel for good food is a no brainer. Everything was amazing from drinks (sangria) to starters and mains. Loved the ceviche, pork belly, chicken with pancake like. The ambiance was warm and welcoming. Tables in the middle and against the wall are close to each other and noise level could get higher, so be aware. Otherwise, a nice dining experience. read more

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Everything, and I mean everything was delicious. We shared the trout ceviche with squid ink and mango, basil oil and coriander oil, the cinnamon sweet brussel sprouts with fennel, and the whole fried Branzino. We even order extra rice so we could soak up the the ceviche juices. The finishing highlight though was the dessert. The Oblea Santander had all the flavors, sweet, sour, and savory. It was like large two stoopwafel cookies with shaved goat cheese, tart cherries and Carmel sauce poured on top. Unlike anything I have ever had before and I am still dreaming about it. The service was so welcoming and friendly and the music and vibe had me dancing in my seat with each bite. They have a special sound system so that the sound reads the room and adjusts the volume so you can hear the people at your table and still enjoy the music. 10 out of 10 I am taking people here. read more

Steak was a little tough to chew but the plantain mash and salsa elevated it Pork roulade was good, a bit dry but the sweetness reminded me or jerky or pho broth Brussels sprouts were solid, the outer end was sweet which made it stand out read more

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The food is delicious but what is it with not providing any proteins in the vegan dishes? It's great they have the vegan option but kind of useless for actual vegans wanting a full dinner as they are basically all sides - nothing substantial enough to feel like you've really had a proper meal. Great food, great vibes, just treat the vegetarian and vegan dishes like you would any other; protein, starch, and a vegetable. read more

A real hidden gem in Oakland. Oakland has so much delicious food and Parche really adds to it. It's a very elegant and sophisticated place for a take on modern Colombian food. Come hungry because you will want to try everything! Their cocktails are beautifully crafted. As far as the dishes go, we went with the brussel sprouts, the empanadas and their ribeye. Their brussel sprouts is a must and so is the ribeye. Brussel sprouts were different because they had a nice sweet taste to it. The ribeye was tender the butter served on the side gave it a new touch. The empanadas definitely could have had more filling inside. But the sauce added kick which was nice. The whole dining experience here was memorable! read more

Place was packed during a weekend dinner. Better book ahead. Their food wow so mind-blowing ! Everything hit the spot. Gotta try the patacones, chicharones, & ceviche. We also got their lula drink, super refreshing. FYI, their small bites weren't so small. We were full by the end of meal. Ought to come back next time ! read more

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The ambiance, drinks, and food were wonderful! We came in during Happy Hour and my friend & I shared three small plates. It was more than enough for us both! The flavors and selection were great. The Brussels sprouts were my absolute favorite. Service was wonderful and I appreciated how much the staff checked in. Overall, I enjoyed my meal and the experience. Definitely want to bring friends and family here in the future! read more

Parche - A sample of some of the small plates and happy hour drink options. - Colombian Near Me - Oakland, California

Came here with a party of 10 and had a genuinely good time. The space is stylish but still feels relaxed, and the team handled our large group efficiently, with solid (not exceptional) service throughout. Food-wise, the standout was the Branzino--perfectly cooked, beautifully presented, and the kind of dish that makes you pause mid-conversation. Dessert delivered too: the coconut flan was rich, silky, and not overly sweet--definitely worth saving room for. Only misfire was the Brussels sprouts--they came drenched in what tasted like maple syrup, throwing off the balance entirely. If you like sweet-on-sweet, maybe it works, but for us, it was a miss. Overall, everyone at the table had a good time. Parche nails the vibe for a group dinner with interesting food and enough warmth to keep it feeling special. Would come back--probably with a smaller group next time to explore more of the menu. read more

Parche has been on my to-try list for quite some time now and I'm so glad I was finally able to go because it was amazing. I've personally not had much Colombian food so I can't speak to authenticity - but the food itself was great. The staff were also so friendly and helpful with their recommendations. For starters, we got the empanadas and Santa Marta ceviche. While the empanadas were good, the ceviche was our favorite. The blend of oils, aiolis, and fresh salmon were just simply delicious. For mains, we were torn between the Posta Negra and Pesca Samaria. We opted for the Posta Negra per our waitress' recommendation, and it was fantastic. The braised short rib was super tender and the sauce was perfectly balanced and not overly sweet by the Mexican Coke. The yuca-coconut mash had a mochi-like texture and had the perfect salty-sweet ratio. All so delicious! I can't wait to come back and try some of their other dishes! read more

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A spacious place I picked to meet a high school friend, and boy, do we not regret it. The chicharton and the empanadas were the stars, and if I had do it again, I'd order rice with the ceviche, so the marinade can be absorbed into something. The waiter was nice and helpful and enthused about the place. read more

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Amazing set up. I must say one thing I love most about Columbian food it there arepas. Im going to say run and try the Arepas con queso. The plating on all their foods is so beautiful. read more

Sensational! Being of Colombian heritage, we wanted to celebrate Mother's Day and a few special birthdays in a great spot. Parche checked all the boxes. Delicious Food, spectacular service, electric ambiance. Met owner Paul Iglesias and it's not a wonder why this place was packed. We found a gem in Oakland. Go as soon as possible. read more

Came to enjoy brunch for a friend's birthday. Made reservations in advance and seated right away when arrived. The ambiance is so festive, colorful and happy. Service was friendly. We had plantains, yuca chips, empanada, brussel sprouts and salad with mimosas. Everything was so tasty and delicious. The small plates were enough for the three of us, looking forward to coming back! read more

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Visited with friends for brunch on Saturday after it was recommended for its gluten free kitchen and I was not disappointed. The decor is really fun and the staff are incredible pleasant. We had a reservation but at noon there were plenty of available tables. That said when we left just after 1:30 it was getting quite packed. The food was AMAZING. I loved everything but highly recommend the empanadas, arepa de chocolo, ceviche, and patacones. I will absolutely visit again! read more

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We've been to Parche 5 times in the last couple of months. But tonight, we had the strangest and most off-putting experience and I'm afraid the spot we thought was our new go-to spot for friends and date nights is no longer a spot we feel comfortable going back to again. We were a party of 4 and arrived for our 6:15 reservation. Service is always really wonderful and a bit purposely slow, which makes for a really nice and leisurely night with great food and beautiful atmosphere. As soon as our dinner plates were cleared, our bill was put down on the table. Just thinking they forgot to ask us if we wanted more drinks and dessert, we playfully said, "what, no dessert?" At which point the manager for the night came over and told us that we had to leave at the one hour and 45 minute mark (1:45) and we were just about to surpass that time and short of seating us somewhere else, there was no time for dessert. We checked the reservation and subsequent emails and text reminders and no where does it state we get one hour and 45 minutes for the table. With other busy restaurants they are really clear about this and it's on all the menus and reservation links. With service slow tonight, we just barely finished plates before this all transpired. We did tell them that this is our 5th time at Parche in a short amount of time and never have we been told of a time constraint. And how much control do we have over how quickly we get our food and drink? For example, we ordered second drinks earlier on and they didn't come out until after our main dishes. Manager quickly slapped down 4 dessert menus and told us he could look into reseating us elsewhere. I got up and handed back the menus and told him we'd go somewhere else for dessert. As I was turning around to head back to my table, the manager put his hand on the small of my back and gave me a little push. I turned around in surprise and he apologized and said he was just trying to make sure I got back to my table okay. The waiter came to help us pay our bill and the manager walked over and apologized to our table for touching me. He just reiterated: "I'm sorry I put my hands on you. I was just redirecting you back to your seat." What a terrible disappointment. After paying an almost $500 bill, it really soured us for the rest of our date night. read more

The ambiance was so much fun and it was packed for a regular night and I was so surprised to see that on a Monday! The service was great and the bartender who was helping us during happy hour helped to answer all our drink questions and checked in regularly. The food and drinks were amazing and flavorful! I can't wait to try more than the happy hour menu! read more

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Pros- Food was good quality, well prepared and tasted well. Cons- Very expensive restaurant and the quantity of food provided for the prices being charged is very less. Compared to other high end tapas places like Barcelona telerifica or Limon, this place felt like a rip off. In terms of portion sizes, the options felt very limited. You can have tiny portions of overpriced tapas or they charge ridiculously high prices for an entree- there is nothing in between. read more

Friendly service and great food! The restaurant is beautiful and we had a great lunch here. We're not familiar with the Colombian cuisine and our server took time to explain the dishes to us. We ordered a few dishes to share and they were all so good. Lots of flavors and textures. I especially enjoyed the fried fish and the patacones. read more

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Came here for lunch with coworkers and it's such a cute restaurant spot. I got the arepa con queso with a side of crispy chicken. The chicken had a great batter. Loved the fresh vegetables and the arepa tasted delicious! read more

Parche - Colombian Near Me - Oakland, California

Amazing food, amazing ambiance. The ceviche was truly life changing. Trout with squid ink, mango puree, crispy salmon skin + plantains for dipping textures 10/10. The flavors were tropical like a ceviche should be, but still unique. Best ceviche I've ever had. I wish I was kidding but the waiter asked if we were done as I was scraping the plate, plantain in hand. I had to forfeit the remains. Crispy chicharrones were probably my favorite dish. They were paired with quite an acidic sauce and I think it really added depth to the meat. We both got into brussel sprouts from teleferic and therefore also have high expectations for them. And parche's did not disappoint whatsoever. Every single brussel sprout was evenly crispy and caramelized. The posta negra was a braised short rib with the most beautiful sauce combo -- some typical sweet meat sauce with yuca-coconut mash???? Hello??? Absolutely insane. Coming from somebody who doesn't even enjoy coconut. The meat was sooooo tender too oh my god For dessert, we got the oblea Santander which was like a layered cookie with dulce de leche, cherry jam, and cheese (we were feeling experimental). SO GOOD. The cheese was naturally sweet but still a bit savory, balancing the sweetness from the dulce de leche and jam. read more

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We got the chicharones pork belly appetizer (8/10, wish it was crispier), arepa (7/10 for me but my best friend rated an 8.5/10; there was an interesting aftertaste of some spice or herb that I couldn't quite place my finger on...), the crispy plantanos with beef (8.5/10; the shredded beef was so juicy and tender, and it came with 3 salsas), and for dessert we got the oblea (50000/10; wont go into too much detail because it's worth going into blind and having your own experience with it) Ambiance is great! -- cozy but not crowded feeling. Dim lighting. Wooden accents. Location: literally on broadway. Plenty of parking lots/street parking available. Staff: * chefs kiss * they're well versed with the components of each dish that was served, they are welcoming, and they are FAST. You will not be disappointed with this place. read more

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Lovely little place, and the owner/chef is an exuberant and enthusiastic presence. You can tell he lives this food, and it comes through. We came with a party of nine, all staggered arrivals, and the hostess very, dry patiently accommodated our chaos. Server was on point, politely getting into conversation breaks to take our orders and keep things moving for us. Had a lovely cocktail, como in lomo. Sweet and well balanced. Food was amazeballs, unanimous opinion amongst the group. Rich, complex flavors with lots to enjoy, from ceviche to short ribs and everything in between. Special, special, oh my gid mention for the braised short ribs. So decadent, savory, and perfect cook. read more

Parche - Ceviche, the one with coconut milk - Colombian Near Me - Oakland, California

This is a high energy and festive place for dinner. The Colombian food is stunning. I went for a group dinner and they did a pre fix menu served family style. The ceviche served with plantain chips was amazing, rich with coconut milk, citrus and chili. The Colombian empanadas were to die for with chicken, potatoes and capers. According to my Colombian companion a common soup has the same ingredients. The mains were a braised short rib falling off the bone and a beautiful vegan coconut rice with a beautiful array of seasonal vegetables. For dessert more coconut in a few different ways, including as a flan and sorbet. The cocktails looked amazing and we had a lovely bottle of wine and the service was attentive from start to finish. I would highly recommend. read more

Vegan friendly restaurant near Fox Theater! 4 vegan options on the menu that were really unique and delicious, great service and so close to venue and hotel. Great cocktails too! read more

Parche - The brussel sprouts are a must! - Colombian Near Me - Oakland, California

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Metered street parking available but there is also the Broadway Grand Garage that is right around the corner. The decor was so much fun. I came with a group of friends and enjoyed the food and drink. We ordered a bunch of appetizers, entrees and desserts to have family style. Ceviche was great, Arepa was tasty, Frijolada Bowl was full of flavor to name a few. I wasn't a big fan of the breading and how the empanada was fried. The flan was very good and sampler of sorbets was refreshing. Fun drinks along with Columbian beer choices were great! read more

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I met a girlfriend here for a quiet brunch on a Saturday morning. We were greeted promptly and the place is pretty big and well decorated. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable of the menu. We went with a pancake and chicken combo, which from my recollection was very good! It came with an apricot compote or some other fruit compote, which was perfectly balanced . we also had a yucca and fried chicken or perhaps it was pork. That was also very flavorful. The star of the show for me is always a well prepared ceviche. It was a light white fish, thinly sliced with lime and some other flavors that complemented perfectly. I wanted to drink the leftover juice. I absolutely recommend coming here. I think it's a great space for a small group and I believe they have space to accommodate larger groups as well. read more

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Parche has been on my list to visit for awhile and the Restaurant Week menu was enticing. The space is lively and casual and the staff are all phenomenal. First off, my spouse ordered the gin and tonic and said it was the best gin he had EVER had. The Caribbean Salpicon was tasty and the Old Bay plantain chips were the perfect side. The Arroz Atollado was a nice veggie option. The Chicharron y Yucca was heavy on the potato and the textures between meat and potato were a bit too similar. The short ribs with the yucca mash completed my potato overdose. What I can is that the branzino looked fabulous on all the plates being served around us, and I will definitely give that a try next time. Definitely a good shareable experience. read more

Parche - Colombian Near Me - Oakland, California

Went here for dinner with a friend and was not impressed. We ordered the chicharrón de la Capital, the Santa Marta trout ceviche, and the sancocho. The ceviche was by far the best dish. The fish had a great texture and the flavors complimented each other well, although the flavors in the sauce were very weak and I had to practically drink it to get the effect. The chicharrón was quite tough, texture wise and had very minimal flavor that was not just fat. The dish comes with a charred orange that the waitress picks off your plate and uses their bare hands to squeeze over your food. I was very uncomfortable with this presentation and it happened very quickly and without warning. A massive frustration for me was when I called over a senior server (we were told that our regular server was new) and I told her that I was unsure whether the presentation was appropriate because I did not understand why a waiter (who regularly takes away plates that have already been eaten on at other tables) would pick something off of my plate with their bare hands and squeeze it over all of my food without asking. The senior server then began to get aggressive. "That's how it's done." Her tone was immediately combative. I then explained that it would not have been my preference. The waitress again remarked, "That's just what we do, that's how we're supposed to do it and what we recommend." I then explained that this could just be a note for the chef then that I am someone who doesn't like when other people touch my food, and also that the orange flavor does not fully come out because it's up to the waitress to squeeze at their discretion and I would have done it differently. The server then began to interrogate me as if my feeling were incorrect when I'd already conceded that this was now just feedback as opposed to a complaint. She said "But she didn't touch the inside of the orange, did she? She didn't do "X,Y,Z" she just did X?" As if she was trying to intimidate me into retracting how I felt because what the waitress did was fine and I'm being ridiculous. The words were delivered with aggression and accusation and it RUINED my mood and made me very upset for the rest of dinner. She continued to push back on what I said even after I again repeated calmly multiple times that she could maybe just share my feedback with the chef as a note from a customer. I tried to salvage the evening by thanking her and wishing her a good night to which she completely IGNORED me. The fish in the Sancocho was cooked well and the yucca fries were good but it was very basic. The rice was mushy and not special. The broth was overloaded with bonito flakes to the point where the fish smell was making me nauseous. I would not eat here again. The waitress made me MISERABLE, and the food is just fine. read more

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The plantain was amazing I think I'd come just to eat that honestly. the ceviche was overall pretty good but not my favorite. The branzino was a lot of work to eat lol but the fashion broth with it was really good. Service was kind and amiance was funky upscale. Would come again to try some other things on the menu. read more

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Food was excellent not too expensive and a good price. The decor was nicely done, creating a nice casual and comfortable atmosphere. Service was quick and had a great conversation about the history of the restaurant I would recommend it for a nice intimate night out. read more

been on my list forever and had the opportunity to go for lunch. Everything was really good, and the Colombian flavor profile of semi sweet/sour/spicy was really great with everything. You get a ton of food for the price, too! Drinks were also flavorful and strong, but did take a little while to come during the early lunch time. The restaurant itself is beautiful and very instagram worthy with flowers and posters everywhere. The vibes overall are very good here! read more

Such great service and delicious food! We went for lunch and it was not too crowded. I did hear this place gets crazy packed for dinner. It's a really pretty bar with great music and clean interior. Great for a fancy day or night out. All the food was really good, we had a big group so we tried almost everything on the menu and everything was really good. Cilantro is on almost every dish though haha Definitely recommend for good food and cocktails! read more

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Friendly, welcoming, fun, amazing food and drinks! Fried Plantain with spicy and sweet salsa yum!

the beef empanadas were warm and packed with flavor. i really liked the crispy patacones because they came with great dipping sauces.

This place took me by surprise. I was invited here, so I didn't know what to expect. Everything was delicious and service was excellent. I would definitely come back with family and friends. read more

Really cute date night atmosphere. Our server was knowledgeable and very kind offering explanations of everything we ordered or had questions on. While the food presentation is excellent I wasn't blown away by the flavors. Everything was good but not great. read more

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Wow! This place is truly wonderful! I loved everything about this restaurant--the food, the service, and the ambiance. Chef Paul has elevated Colombian cuisine to a whole new level. He was also incredibly attentive, sharing with us how his roots inspired him to open this restaurant in honor of his mother. We loved hearing the story; it made our experience extra special. As for the food, the appetizers were divine, especially the yuccas--so soft and tender, which is quite rare to find in the Bay Area. The arroz atollado was absolutely mouthwatering. Even though I'm not usually into vegetarian dishes, this rice was simply exquisite. For dessert, the Oblea Santander was top-notch. We will definitely be back to try the rest of the menu! Thank you, Chef Paul! :) read more

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