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    Paulista

    4.0 (436 reviews)
    Closed 8:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Lee R.

    Really good food and awesome beer choices. It's a walk up counter ... which is good if there are tables available once you order. If it's too busy, scoring a table can be tricky. Worth it!

    Leana A.

    Near neighborhood brazilian place. Great for brunch , lunch & snack. Wide selection of healthy & good food. Some empanadas & acai bowls too.

    Natasha S.

    Came here for brunch after a long hike and we were starving! We found street parking pretty easily and walked over to the restaurant. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, which is nice. When we walked in, there was a long line at the counter, but we decided to sit down and noticed QR codes on the table for ordering. Once you order through the app, they bring the food right to your table, which was super convenient. I ordered the Brio Brio and it was delicious! The fried rice usually comes with bacon, but they were happy to make it without, and it was still so flavorful. The service was a little slow, and we had to ask a few times for hot sauce before it came out, but overall the food was good. I'll definitely be back!

    5-26-25. Pompeia
    Lloyd C.

    Paulista Brazillan Kitchen & Taproom is a nice place with just chill and relax with food options for small to large appetites. In addition, they have coffee drinks and acai bowls. The Taproom is a nice feature. The ambience is of the restaurant is quiet and has a lot of windows so it does have natural sunlight coming in. They offer inside and outside seating. A separate men and women restrooms. Carne Empanada: beef, tomatoes, bell peppers, olives, eggs (3/5). Flakey pastry. The filling was ok, I wish it had more flavor. I'd get it again but maybe try some other flavors. Pompeia: 6oz grass fed burger, gouda cheese, cilantro mayonnaise, spring mix, and onion ring on a brioche bun. Served with fries or a salad (3.5/5). Decent burger. The fries weren't as hot as I'd like but similar to the place with the golden arches. Just not as flavorful. Floripa: fried breaded chicken breast with Brazillian style coleslaw on a brioche bun. Served with fries or a salad (3.5/5). Latte - with almond milk. It was decent. The service was nice and friendly. You can order with the cashier or via the QR code at the table. I'd come back. Support your local business.

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    Alyson C.

    This is a lovely, airy and bright taproom with some good snacks! There's a lot of room indoors and some seating outside, but service is quick and there's a lot of beers to choose from. The reasoning behind 4/5 stars is because it was a great place to chill and catch up with someone, but I wouldn't rave about the food. It was good, but not worth hyping up. If I were to come back here, I'd probably just get some brews and maybe a chicken empanada at most.

    Dartise J.

    This restaurant has a lot of variety and the food was okay at best. I think the food just need more pop of flavor.

    Austin W.

    My wife and I stopped by Paulista Brazilian Kitchen and Taproom on a Monday to participate in their trivia at 6:00 p.m. When we arrived at 5:45 p.m., there was not a ton of seating available so if you're coming with a large group, it would be a good idea to come even earlier to stake a table. Drinks and food can either be ordered via the QR code on the table or at the bar. I love the wide selection of cans and bottles in the fridge adjacent to the bar. Keep in mind that in order to consume the purchased beer on-site, there's a small surcharge that varies depending on the size of the beer. For food, I had a chance to try out the cheese bread, a spinach empanada and the grilled chicken sandwich. I really enjoyed how much filling was present in the spinach empanada and how crunchy the crimped edges were. The cheese bread were great as well, but they must be enjoyed warm or else they quickly become hardened. The grilled chicken sandwich was the item I enjoyed the least that evening, as the chicken breast was quite dry. Overall, I really enjoy the vibe at Paulista and the wide beer selection. I would definitely stop by again for the trivia and the small bites.

    Lita B.

    I've never had Brazilian food before. Didn't know what to order so I chose a burger. The lady said it was one of their popular dish. The burger had a good home made savory taste served in a perfect brioche. We also had the Carne na tijela, Minas na tijela and Frango com pesto sandwich. All were splendid. Next time I'm trying their empanadas. Looking forward to finding other great places to eat in Oakland.

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    Ryan B.

    Paulista is a great spot for anyone have a good time with company or solely for work on their own. I've been here a few times over the years and a while. I can't say that their menu ever impressed me, I did appreciate the very social and lively environment that the place provides its patrons. They've had excellent servers in the past, but I know that the majority of the ones that I experienced have since left. The prices are a bit high, but you get what you pay for. 3/5.

    Sam R.

    Stopped by Paulista for a quick breakfast treat with friends recently and it was a pretty good experience. The cafe is spacious and has plenty of seating and a welcoming ambiance. I liked how the menu had several options to choose from. I had a few of the Pao de Quejio and it was tasty, although I wish it was warmer (temperature wise). I also had a small, açaí bowl, which was refreshing and quite filling. Although, the 'small' size was $10, they did not skimp on the toppings. The pricing for many items seemed higher than expected, but customer service was efficient and friendly. Overall, a pretty good spot for a quick snack/coffee. I'd possibly consider returning to try other items on their menu.

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    Delana T.

    Did I say BRUNCH! Yes! A group of us had brunch there last Sunday. It was the best and most unique brunch I have ever had. Apparently, it is a new brunch menu that is served every day. It did not disappoint. We are big "brunchers" and it delivered 100% I had the Brio Brio! It was packed with flavor. The Brazilian spiced beef patty on top of Brazilian style fried rice, and an egg omelette.!!! The taste was "clean" cooking. I could taste the quality. Oh, and the sauce. I don't know what it was, but it was delicious. Of course I got tastes from my friends plates around me. The fried chicken and waffle was amazing! The chicken was so tender and not greasy at all! The waffle was crispy on the outside and soft in the middle and the syrup was kissed with a weee bit of tang or spice? Maybe both. My friend to my left had French toast, one of my favorite things at home. I could never make it like this. The Fruit and the Topping was out of this world. I had a guava mimosa that was great! The service was good and the servers were extremely nice. There is nothing I have bad to say only that I will now be eating out most Sundays! Thank you Paulista, see you soon.

    Minas na Tigela - grilled chicken rice bean bowl
    Brettany G.

    Delicious spot, the bowl I got was so good it definitely was worth the price I was able to save half and eat the rest for later which was perfect! You can even share the bowl honestly, the beignet was delicious! Would recommend this place 100% the ambiance was bright and roomy! And the service was fast and great!

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    Coko H.

    Ummm I ordered lunch here today on DoorDash. The food was OK. I pre-ordered it in advance. It seems like they did cook it closer to the time that I actually ordered it at 9 AM versus the delivery at 11 so the food wasn't hot. I would have to try them again to give them a higher rating. I am going to try something else from the menu next time! I think I should have gotten grilled chicken

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    My niece's favorite restaurant! She's obsessed with the açaí bowls. The food is always delicious (try the cheese bread).

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    Food has always been been excellent and the vibe the best for the last two years -açaí bowls and the pastries are my favorites

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    Bright and welcoming, delicious empanadas - overall very positive vibe. Props to the very friendly and busy barista/server!

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    Ask the Community - Paulista

    What is the address?

    4239 Park Blvd Oakland, CA 94602 it's in the yelp listing

    Do they sell gift cards?

    Yea they do!

    Do they take reservations?

    They do not. It is a cafe / pub. They don't need reservations. You can typically find seats.

    Hi, You used to have a few breakfast specific options like eggs bacon and toast. Are those gone from the menu? thanks

    They still serve breakfast.

    What day is your trivia night?

    Mondays!

    Is this a dog friendly restaurant?

    Yes it is. We have an outdoor patio next to the building for dogs. Thanks

    Do you have gluten free bread options? Thanks!

    Hello Fresh E, We offer gluten free bread on our fresh fruit toasts during brunch and breakfast hours.… Read more

    Any idea if they have gluten free items?

    Paulista also offers gluten free appetizers, Feijoada and vegetarian feijoada, shrimp and hearts of palm Bobó, Moquecas and traditional Brazilian steak plate. In addition to Mr Dewie's Cashew Creamery ice cream which is gluten, soy and dairy free.

    Is this a place you can work from? Do they have free wifi?

    Hi Jenna, we do have free WiFi.

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    Rush Bowls

    4.5(228 reviews)
    2.5 miUptown
    $$
    Catering service
    Healthy dining

    I walk by this spot quite often, so I needed to give it a try. I am glad I stopped in! The staff is…read moreso friendly and helpful recommending exactly what I need. They have a lot of options, so it was nice to have their recommendations to help. The smoothies and acai bowls can take a little long to be made, they are a small shop and have a lot of customers at once, so be prepared to wait if you come! The smoothies are super thick and rich in flavor, and they give you a lot of everything! Keep that in mind when you're ordering, because some flavors (peanut butter) can be more powerful and dominating than others! But it's still so delicious and I can't wait to drop back in to try something new!

    I had a really disappointing experience here today mainly due to the attitude of one employee…read more When I first came in the woman who helped me was very friendly and welcoming. She greeted me right away and even recommended a smoothie which I appreciated. Unfortunately, the smoothie itself wasn't blended well and had large chunks of fruit and ice, making it difficult to drink through the straw. Since the shop wasn't busy and the smoothie was over $12 I politely asked if it could be blended a little more. The man working there (white pants, black shirt, black bandana, glasses) rolled his eyes, stared at me and said in a rude tone, "I can't blend your smoothie I'd have to make a whole new one." His attitude made me feel uncomfortable for even asking so I said "ok just forget about it." He responded with "ok good" and walked away. I completely understand if there's a policy about not re-blending drinks after they've been served. That's not the issue. The issue was the unnecessary attitude toward a customer who was being polite. I ended up leaving the smoothie there and wasting my money. Hopefully management sees this and addresses how customers are treated.

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    Another shot. Where they keep the juices.Frozen.

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    Sanaa Cafe - Chia, Chai, and Dubai chocolate

    Sanaa Cafe

    4.5(179 reviews)
    2.9 miTemescal, North Oakland
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    Discovered a new Mediterranean Cafe that carries variety of drinks, sweets and savories…read more Located at the corner of 48th St and Telegraph Ave in Downtown Oakland; Sana'a Cafe has a cozy vibe where one can hang out and chill. The interior makes one feel that you are in a high end cafe with its beautiful decor. Some many items to choose from, the person taking my order was very helpful in explaining the different kinds of drinks and pastries. Ordered the Ginger Honey Jobani as a hot drink, Biscoff Milkcake, Honeycomb, and a Beef Fatayer. There were several kinds of milkcakes which would have the texture like a tres leches cake. The Honeycomb had pockets of cream cheese and was drizzles with honey. The Meat Fatayer is like an empanada. The food and drink were very tasty. Highly recommend to stop by Sanaa Cafe and experience it. Their website shows more cafe openings in the future!

    I would first off like to start off by saying that the staff were exceptional. they were so helpful…read morein helping me with deciding on what drink I wanted. Suggested great recommendations. they had told me this is not the first sana'a cafe -- there are 10 other locations around the bay. this cafe, in particular, is great for work or even to sit down and sip some coffee. it is spacious -- with great amount of sunlight. when you go at golden hour -- its perfection. although the cafe is great, my chai wasn't so much. it lacked in flavor and wasn't iced the way I would prefer it to be. but I'd still definitely give this place a try again -- maybe a coffee this time around, haha.

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