Had an amazing meal at Pomet with my husband for our anniversary. We went on a weekday evening and the restaurant wasn't as busy. But make a reservation online just in case! Our server had the best recommendations and did a great job describing the dishes and checking in on us throughout our dinner. We loved the pear salad, mushroom pasta, milk bread, fried duck, and carrot cake! We've already recommended the restaurant to friends and would definitely go back to try other dishes during another season! read more

(Ryan Reynolds voiceover) Hi. Yes, it's me again. Yes, I just love spontaneous culinary adventures, especially between projects. The vibe here is absolutely fab restaurant on Piedmont in the heart of Oakland! Ashley warmly greeted us! Of course, I had to ask for her recommendations as long as they were beautifully delish! She was so accommodating! Nothing says Bay Area fabulousness more than fine dining al fresco! Am I right, ladies? Spencer took our order. He's such a fine lad. Ed Sheeran vibes. Checked for a guitar. He served us and recommended we also try the Llano Seco pork collar. We did. But first: Zuckerman melon and cucumber salad, Adante goat cheese, pine nuts green goddess. The goat cheese was perfect. Mmhmm! Cool. Refreshing. Soooo appetizing. Yes, gents. I thoroughly enjoyed that delectable goddess nectar. And was tempted to lick the bowl clean and wasn't gonna stop until she called me out by name...in public. Whew! Thank God for restraint. Where was I? Ugly mushroom filled pasta, trumpets, Shared Cultures corn miso butter. Shared Cultures is a local brand from SF! The ugly mushrooms weren't just beautiful; they were delish as promised! Thanks, Ashley! Grilled Stemple Creek ribeye, pole beans, beef jus. My partner in crime found the dish delectable! And as I often say, "Beef. It's what's for dinner." Cue in that American cowboy country music. Sooo, hearty. Llano Seco pork collar, candy cap shio koji, Jimmy Nardello peppers, Pluot jus. So fabulously complex! Tart. Charred. Peppers were just the right level of spice and bursting with flavor! This dish is goodiness that is out of this world! Very haute cuisine. Patty brought out many of our dishes. She is soo helpful and engaging. Made us feel right at home. The doughnut holes w/ plum sauce was divine! But...maybe the flan next time. The service was impeccable! The food exquisite! Thanks Ashley, Spencer, and Patty! And lastly gents, when the IG supermodels put the wind in your sail, let her take you on an adventure on the Tenerife Sea. Be in the moment. And maybe take her to Hawaii...ahem. Would order everything again! Woohoo! read more

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Had to make a last minute change in plans and was able to secure reservations a week prior at Pomet, with a $25/pp deposit on Tock. Booked purely due to the menu offerings and photos on Yelp. Only after dining last night did I read the owners/chefs have their hands in farming! Amazing! No wonder there were so many fresh elements of interesting produce! Looks like they have only been in operation for a few months. Beautiful open airy space with all the warm wood touches and fresh floral arrangements. There is an alleyway with outdoor seating. Service is very attentive and kind. Water service throughout - filtered flat or sparkling. The main hostess came by a few times to check in on how we were enjoying the food. Loved: -salt/pepper quail, juicy tender on the inside and the batter and flavor of the crust - incredible, almost shrimp chip like and the Thai basil - genius -macfarland trout, cold, cured, varied textures and balanced -cake with plums - moist and light Good but wouldn't order again: -beef tartare, needed some brightness to cut the rich pine nuts -duck pasta, personal preference, for the creamy pasta lovers Improvement: -crudo - beautiful fish but didn't think the melon complimented At the end of the meal there were complimentary mouth watering wedges of plums from the owner's orchard! Great wines by the glass. The Pinot Noir from SB is preferable to the French. Surprisingly easy to find parking in the area. This is definitely an establishment I would return to again and again. The food is beautiful, approachable, but definitely not techniques or ingredients the average person has access to. Looking at the menu last night versus what is posted online, menu changes often. Look forward to many more meals here in the future. What a shining star in Oakland. read more

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Loved the cozy feel and the appetizers were delicious. Favorites were the ugly mushroom pasta and the duck! read more

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This was the best meal I've had in years. Our server was so attentive. We had house made kombucha and my husband had an NA beer. We ordered so many things on the menu- oysters, melon salad, two types of duck, both the duck pasta and mushroom pasta, steak, and the squash and polenta. Everything was impeccable. For dessert we had the panna cotta, blueberry cobbler with blueberry ice cream and the chocolate tart. Everything was so impressive. Worth the money! read more

So excited to finally try this restaurant! The menu is not the most expansive, which I assumed means they have a focused approach and they certainly do! My friend and I brought our own bottle of wine, though I will say their wine menu looks pretty good and inexpensive. Things we ordered: *potatoes with trout roe - these were delicious! the homemade ranch was great, as was the garlic sauce and the trout roe added a good little pop *hamachi - this was nice and light *salt and pepper quail - this was delicious and perfectly salty, while the quail was actually juicy *duck - I love me some duck, but oddly, this was the least memorable part of the meal *pasta with lamb - this was delicious and I would order this again in a heartbeat! At first glance, I thought there was too much cheese, but I was very wrong, and everything was perfect, including the lamb itself We couldn't skip dessert, so we got tea and coffee, which came with a cute little shortbread cookie, and we also ordered the olive oil cake, and boy was that delicious, and date I say, moist. Absolutely delicious meal and can't wait to return! read more

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Ugly mushroom pasta is amazing!! Very umami. Sharing is caring - get a lot of plates to share. This is the perfect holiday date place, very atmospheric and buzzy. read more

Been here a bunch of times and I'm done. I get running a restaurant is a low margin business, but trying to justify these prices by creating a trendy vibe (you know, waiters with matching aprons, organic farm xyz) isn't going to cut it. Like Parche or Reve, but even less food (and they both are on this same trend). More importantly, the food is outrageously priced for a prep that is nothing extraordinary or differentiating of places in this style. Yes it's a bit more elevated but doesn't demand this price. The carrots: about 3 carrots sliced into 1/4 slivers. The chicken wing: amazing. Not amazing were literally serving 2 pieces. The duck papperdelle: amazing. But $20+ for a half portion?! Belotti is literally next door...I go there every week... for sub $20 not only is their homemade pasta absurd, the sauces stellar, but the portion is "normal"...i.e. 2x Pomet. Black cod: $50 and 2 filets that 1 person would barely consider a meal. Boring. The duck: good. With 4 slices of broccolini and that's it. Getting the trend? The nerve of the staff to rec "sharing" these meals. In essence what they are saying is we are expensive and we'll tell our guests to split meals that are barely enough for one so that when the bill comes at least the price won't scare them. read more

Food was good but our waiter gave us a slice of pear and the table next to us got a full on dessert for their bday. read more

Pomet - Sad - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

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What an absolutely amazing experience!! We were a group of 8 so we had the private dining room area which was very nice and elegant. Everything was served in courses so we had time to savor every bite and enjoy the experience. The food was very delicious, fresh, and thoughtfully made with excellent pairings on every plate . Right in the heart of Piedmont Ave.parking is super convenient with a parking lot just a few steps away. Special shout out to Boonie the owner and whose farm K&J Orchards supplies the produce which is absolutely beautiful. I highly recommend and will be back again soon. read more

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Have dined here, twice. Once during the soft-opening. Once outside. Both were memorable. Whether we're looking like ragamuffins coming from Piedmont Springs or on a cute date-night - to us - the hard-working staff has always been nice. They feel intentionally welcoming, aware and kind. We've tried all of the entrees. The Short Rib & Black Cod are our favorites. Of the appetizers, the Star Route Carrots are tender, sweetened by honey, sunflower hummus, and caramelized dates. What's not to like? The Zuckerman Farms potatoes are texturally indisputably delicious. The Charred Brokaw avocado with trout is lovely if you like fresh, and who doesn't? The only slightly-off thing has been the wine; I assume this will change over time. There's something that happens to my body when I eat high-quality produce. I feel so full and nourished. It's a deep fulfillment. I feel that when I eat the ingredients, here. The Shinko Snow with Shiso - above all dishes - is surprisingly brilliant. I'd highly recommend this. I grew up on Korean Apple Pear. The good kind. I remember walking in orchards in South Korea with my mother where she showed me trees with origami newspaper around each fruit. This preserved the pear's juice so that it grew full and round. Huge. Yet, fragrant and rich. Obviously, South Korea does not export this. They source a good kind, here, at Pomet. The fruit is pungent, sweet and juicy. The closest I've had here to this ethereal pear memory. I like that they give you a slice at the end of your meal. As if, to say, this is the source of what we do. May you and I not forget this. And it's true. read more

Pomet - Look at this lovely list of purveyors! You can taste them. - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

This is a nice neighborhood restaurant where folks come in suits or in tshirts. Dining in or outside both lovely spaces. Service was very good they do a good job with sauces and flavor balancing. Carrot date starter: has sunflowers and a sunflower purée and the sweet of the carrots and dates was a perfect match Ours had a single thin date slice. I asked the waiter about that and he said that was not normal and brought a dish of dates for us to add Trout with avocado, peach and citrus was also well married Ugly mushroom ravioli with peas. This was good. It was sweeter than I expected and I'm not sure why. Might be that some of the slices on top that I thought were mushrooms were actually a fruit of some kind. Pasta itself good. Short ribs: this was the one thing that made us say the price was high. $40 and 4 slices of meat. That might have been ok if we liked the dish better. Short ribs are most often stewed and therefore lean. This was medium rare and so not lean. The sauces (2) with it were good. Overall the dish was ok. Dessert: peanut butter chocolate miso cake was great. Orange creamsicle merengue pie was as advertised. Using orange instead of lemon means it's sweeter overall. The merengue was good. Bathroom grade : A. One gender neutral single serve room. They have cleaning supplies stored in here but it's pretty so you don't feel like you are in a supply closet. Nice reusable towels and good soap. Air purifier running. read more

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We went to Pomet to celebrate my coworker's birthday. My coworker made a reservation for the three of us at 6pm on a Friday. The restaurant charges $25 per head, which goes towards the bill. We ordered a variety of dishes. A couple of dishes that I enjoyed were: - Half Moon Bay chili pepper rock fish (4/5) - I enjoyed this dish because it was refreshing, but wish they gave a little more - McFarland Trout (5/5) - summer dish that is light and citrusy - Eureka Black Cod (5/5) - the skin was crispy and the cultuce + shao xing complimented well with the cod The staff was very attentive and the entire restaurant was very lively. I always like restaurants with an open kitchen because it's interesting to see how the chefs work their magic. I would definitely recommend trying the fish if you ever come to this restaurant. read more

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Definitely recommend. They source lots of local fun stuff and the menu is very creative. Love that it is close to parking, a plus in my book. I believe reservations are required, and it is a relatively small space. Our server was attentive and checked in on us often and was ready to answer any questions. They offer wine and beer. We started with the tartare, which was flying out of the kitchen. It was good, but I craved a little more of the red chili that so enhanced the bites when it was included. Next we thoroughly enjoyed the ugly mushroom pasta, the honeynut miso butter made the dish and we scrapped up every little bit from the bottom of the bowl. For mains we had the black cod, which was presented with a fantastic crispy skin and unctuous, in the best way, sauce that made me want to lick the plate. The duck was a little less successful. There were some pieces that felt a little over cooked and tough and I think we expected a bit more smoke to come through. Also, the presentation in a bowl made it hard to cut. The menu appears to change often and I can't wait to see what else they do! read more

Pomet - Beef tartar - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

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This restaurant has about 4 offputting policies: $25 deposit per pp when one makes the reservation; can't be more than 10 minutes late, can't stay for more than 2 hours for 4 people (it's less time the fewer people there are at the table - so 3 people are 1 1/2 hours, etc), and they charge for a bread basket. It was a noisy environment and I could not hear my companions accross the table without significantly raising my voice. While the food was very good and our waitress very nice, I do not plan to go back to this restaurant. read more

What a delightful experience we had at Pomet. We were celebrating our sons 40th birthday and we were all so impressed with the excellent service and high quality of the food. We ordered several items and shared them so that we experienced all the wonderful dishes. I would go there again anytime, the sooner the better. I am planning on taking a friend there for her birthday, it truly is a place everyone should experience. Pat C read more

We were visiting our daughter in Oakland and wanted to find a Michelin rated restaurant...we're glad we found Pomet, which had received the Michelin green star. Here is what we noticed: - We could only get a reservation for outdoor seating...it ended up being fine since it was a pleasant evening, but it isn't the most beautiful area (big pipes attached to adjacent building) and people do walk through periodically to get to the street. - Very diverse menu, great wine list. - Food was incredible. We started off sharing some starters, specifically the watermelon salad and the seeded/country bread. Both were excellent! There were some delays getting our meals out, so they offered us a complementary plate of the kampachi crudo, which was wonderful. Our meals ended up being very good...our daughter got the ugly mushroom filled pasta, my wife got the farmer's market vegetables with curry, and I got the black cod. The pasta, however, was the hands down winner among the three! For dessert, we shared the doughnut holes with apricot jam and the leche flan (along with some dessert wines)...wow, what a way to end the meal! - Service was exceptional, wine poured at just the right time (and, not overpoured, which is one of my pet peeves), and overall, they were attentive but not overbearing. - We had to pay a $75pp deposit amount at the time we made our reservation, and 20% was added to the bill automatically for service. We really appreciated that our server pointed out both on our bill when we were settling our tab. Bottom line: We'd go back next time we visit Oakland for sure! read more

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Food was okay but service was very disappointed Me and my friend reserved a table at Pomet tonight for a birthday dinner. Everything was okay until the main dish ... we don't even have a chance to taste it... Let's get started with the food. We ordered the quail, duck and kampachi crudo for starters. - Salt and Pepper Wolfe Ranch Quail 4/5* This is one of my favorite. The quail was fresh and well seasoned with crispy batter outside and very juicy inside. Simple but good. Definitely get this one - Crunchy Liberty Duck Leg 3/5* This dish is kinda the same with the quail but with a hint of gochujang sauce, a little sweet for my taste and the duck is kind of dry. I prefer the quail. However it was ok, not bad - Kampachi Crudo 3/5* Very refreshing but the fish was sliced too thin and the citrus was a bit over. It would be better if the fish bite is thicker - Ugly mushroom Pasta 5/5* The star of the night. Very hearty, creamy, hot and delicious. Mushroom was crunchy and added a nice flavor. The crumb was a bit too much but the sauce was yummy. A must order from Pomet We were about to order main dish, but then the server somehow just stopped us. I wanted to order the Ribeye since it seems like one of the favorite here. However our server said we only have 45 minutes to dining and the Ribeye take about 25 minutes to cook. We were shocked to hear that. Our reservation was at 6:15 and at 7pm, we want to have main dishes then you said we don't have enough time??? He said there is another party will be here in 45m and we won't be able to finish our dinner on time. Big question??? We don't even see that policy when making the reservation and no one tell us about that when we started our dinner. My friend was very upset with the service and decided to leave. It wasn't a great experience at all and I feel so bad since it's his birthday. Feeling like they refused to serve us on purpose. They should state the timing policy when making reservations and should let the customers know at the beginning. I have dined at some Michelin restaurants but this one definitely the worst experience I've had. As they charged 20% for service, I expected something more, more politely, friendly and professional service. At least, don't let your customers left hungry and upset. I paid for my meal not asking it for free. Please be respectful! I would love to hear the explanation for all of these things, the timing, the rude service...from the restaurant owner or the manager team! read more

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Though pasta dishes were not bad, we were very disappointed with the display and the quality of charcuterie board.

Wonderful experience! Excellent food and service. Some unusual but fabulous choices that we have ever seen before. Highly recommend! read more

A hidden gem in Oakland that's not to be missed! My husband and I were able to grab an early Saturday reservation at this place and our experience was amazing! It's a restaurant on the smaller size but with outdoor seating as well. It's very popular so make sure you get a reservation instead of trying to walk in and you won't be disappointed getting turn away while envying those who are enjoying the delicious food. As you walk in, seating is on the right side of the restaurant and the left side is an open kitchen so everyone can get a glimpse of all the action. Service was attentive and the timing of the dishes being served was just right. The staff made sure our plates were always cleaned and we had the right utensils for every dish. The food was almost all 5/5. We ordered the little gem salad, and the salt and pepper quail to start. The salad was refreshing and the quail was so crispy and had a right amount of saltiness. I wish I didn't have to share! Next, we got the ugly mushroom pasta followed by our 2 main dishes: black cod and the liberty duck. The mushroom pasta is a must try if you ever snag a reservation at this restaurant. It's a life changing dish!! All the sauces blended well together, the aroma for each mushroom species that were used in the dish was exemplified. This is their most popular dish for a reason. The black cod was cooked perfectly and the liberty duck breast was seasoned well (crispy skin and tender meat). For desserts, we got the lemon poppyseed cake and the pistachio layer cake. I probably wouldn't get the lemon cake next time, it was a bit heavy and too sweet for my taste but the pistachio cake was made with just the right amount of sweetness. You can taste the pistachio in each bite. A must order item again if you happen to see it on their menu. The menu is seasonal so it changes weekly or if not, daily depending on what ingredients are fresh and in season that day. Don't hesitate in booking this place, you won't be disappointed whether it's dining alone, with a date or with a large party. read more

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Absolutely loved our meal here. The standout dishes were the ugly mushroom pasta and the short rib with some of the spiciest mustard I've ever had before. The service was great, plates were spaced perfectly and the vibe inside was relaxing yet refined. Highly recommend making a reservation and checking this place out! read more

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Make a reservation and treat yourself and a loved one to Pomet. It started with our server giving us a detailed mouthwatering description of a number of items on the menu. Sharing a few dishes is the way to get a taste of multiple things. The wines we ordered were delicious and paired perfectly with the dishes we chose. At the end of the meal we were completely stuffed but couldn't resist trying the carrot cake, which was nothing like we'd ever had. Plan to spend some money but know that the food, service, and experience will be worth every penny. read more

Met up with some friends for dinner at Pomet--our second time here. We sat inside this time and had a really nice server. The vibe was great, and it was easy to chat without too much noise. The open kitchen is cool, but it can get a bit smoky, especially if you're sitting close to it. Here's what we ordered: * Eggplant and "mapo" mushroom dip: Delicious, especially with the spring onions and mushroom sauce. * Summer Melon and Cherry Tomatoes Salad: Hit or miss--the melons were a bit inconsistent, some sweet, others not so much. * Turnip Tots: Super good--perfectly fried and packed with flavor. * Hokkaido Milk Buns with Cultured Butter: Great choice. The butter was soft, melted, and delicious. * Ugly Mushroom Pasta: Star of the night--we ended up getting two of these. * Fettuccini with Peas: Just okay--the sauce didn't really elevate the dish. * Duck Breast: Kind of mediocre. It was cooked well, but the flavor didn't really stand out. * Butter Mochi -Loved it. It had great consistency and not very sweet. Wished that there was less of the lemony cream * Peach Galette - Another "No complaints" item. Didn't stand out. read more

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Wow!! Great menu, terrific service, nice wine selection and incredible desserts. The first thing you see walking into this familiar and comforting spot on Piedmont Ave for dinner is like nine people in the open kitchen working carefully and confidently on any number of appealing items. We had the pasta with beef short ribs and it was amazing. Perfect house made pasta and a sauce that was all flavor and zero grease or fat. The starter menu has so many good looking options that can be creatively paired with the mains. The wines for sale by the glass include fun French bottles as well as raves from California. Do not miss the desserts!!! In house pastry chef is definitely showing off some legit skills and inspiration. Lemon poppyseed cake with berry frosting was all flavor and not too sweet -- perfect. The chocolate cake with salted pistachios was gone in seconds. Be persistent, it's difficult to snag a reservation online on short notice for weekends. Or go on a weeknight. read more

First time there last night for my birthday. First impression from the hosts very friendly and fun. We sat outside and they made sure we were warm and even brought bakers for our purses so they wouldn't be on the ground. Our server, a chef herself was so lovely and knowledgeable. We had the oysters, chips, tater tots, duck pasta and the pork. All were really good hard to pick a favorite but I think the tots for their flavor profile are up there. Dessert was just ok. I would skip it next time and get more starters. We tried to order. Bottle of wine but the sommelier forgot about us so we ended up getting a glass. Disappointing as it's nice to have wine with your food. Waiting for the wine that never appeared caused our pasta to go cold. If still tasted good. Stuff happens. First world problems. Other than that really enjoyed the meal and would go back. We met the owner on her way out and she was telling us they own a big farm ( they are the ferry building farmers market each week) so they really are farm to table which I loved. read more

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This place became my favorite restaurant with the first visit yesterday! Every plate was delicious. Both main ingredients and seasonings weren't fighting but marriage together well. Not over salted, just perfect. The color of vegetables were so vibrant. And the condiments came with main ingredients were also just right. They all had meanings to be there together. Service was also great. Very attentive, never leave your glass empty. I also liked that they didn't even asked us we are sharing all plates but they brought a sharing plates throughout. Changed plates before they get messy. Open kitchen, wood fire grill right on your sight. You can see chefs are in action and can appreciate their hard work while celebrating their art in your mouth! I would recommend to any occasions. read more

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I was looking forward to trying Pomet and it did not disappoint. We had the raw oyster starter, charred turnips, scallion bun and mushroom pasta to start. I know it's a lot but it was so good. Everything was fresh, balanced and so nuanced. The scallion bun was by far my favorite. For our mains we had the duck and the Char Siu ribs. Both excellent dishes but the duck is a standout. Perfectly executed, beautiful flavor and amazing sides. We had the basque cheesecake and peach pie for dessert with some coffee and we were stuffed beyond belief but glad we got a good sampling of the menu. We will be back! read more

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The menu takes farm to table seriously. The menu is thoughtfully inclusive of a variety of fresh produce and proteins from local farmers. That much isn't lost on me. But, I found the food to be only OK, even a bit underseasoned overall. As somewhat of a homesteader, I can appreciate eating local produce, but I was left underwhelmed with the meal at the price point. We came for a birthday and ordered each entree and the bread, pasta, quail from the starters and each had it's highlights, but again each fell short of a well rounded dish. As far as the service is concerned, it was mediocre. The staff was eager to take the order, but disappeared after the plates were served. We had to look for people when we needed more water, and not a single person checked to make sure the meal was to our liking. For a restaurant at this price point and caliber, I suppose I expected more. I think it's worth a try, but perhaps not a regular occurrence. read more

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If you think Boichik bagels is really good you will LOVE this place. But if you are an actual independent thinker, you will recognize this place as one of the worst values you will experience in your life time. Do you like to pay $9 for two Parker rolls? How about $35 for a squash dish that cost, at most, $3 in ingredients? Would you like some 2 oz wine pours of a $70 bottle of wine for $25? Let us not forget the $100+ ribeye. Layer on akward service at both the host stand upon arrival and at the table with an automatic 20% gratuity, then this is the place for you!!! read more

I have dined at Ponet twice in three months. I absolutely loved both experiences. The food, service and setting are superb. I sat outside both times and loved the ambiance. The service both times with different servers deserves five stars. They were attentive, knowledgeable and professional. Lastly, the food was sublime. I would reccomend the ugly mushrooms which is an appetizer ( I would love it as a main). I had the lamb as a main and the duck on my second time at the restaurant. I highly recommend both. Everything was delicious. Their wine list is impeccable. read more

Excellent dining experience at Pomet. Pomet certainly lives up to the highly complimentary SF Chron review that we read before making reservations! We were seated by the person we identified from the Chron photo as the owner, and received very attentive service from Stephen. I ordered the fresh market salad and both of us ordered the delectable ugly mushroom filled pasta. We later discovered that it was described as 'ugly' because they are 'imperfect' produce, which certainly didn't affect the flavor. Another server, Ubi, offered to take our photo when dessert was served, and patiently waited while we set up the photos that he took of us before I consumed every morsel of the Satsuma creamsicle pie. My friend tried two of their wines and I will leave her to describe them in her rave review. As we were leaving all of the staff whom we passed, including the cooks looking outward from the open kitchen, any server whom we passed, and the front desk staff all calling out "happy birthday" to me since we had made such a big deal of putting on tiaras and inserting candles in the dessert and taking pictures of our experience. I'll be back! read more

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First time and loved it! Service from Kim and everyone was superb. Everything we ate was excellent! The kale/ cabbage chips, the duck appetizer was so good we had to order another one. The ugly mushroom, short rib and pork chop and desserts were all super delicious. Place was clean and cozy. I highly recommend and can't wait to go back. read more

Everything was superb. The fried liberty duck was delicious, and the black cod was like butter. My only gripe would be that there is no bar, so subsequently, no cocktails, which we weren't aware prior to arrival. They do have beer and wine list. Will definitely be back. read more

Ate here for a late birthday celebration and it did not disappoint! By the end of the night, my partner and I were so filled. Potatoes were amazing - crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, but honestly could go without it; we were just too full by the end. The Liberty Duck was so tasty and soft - one of the softest ducks I've tried. The short rib is a must! Amazing meat and great presentation. You can really taste the quality of the food. I don't typically go for fruits in a dessert but the pear eclair took it for me. Perfect blend of sweet & savory. The hot chocolate was so decadent too - the marshmallow was homemade and they added a twist of cinnamon which was a nice touch. We ended the night with a complimentary persimmon (forgot to photo) grown from their own farm and it was the sweetest and juiciest persimmon I've tried in my life. Overall a great experience & would go back again. read more

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Good, but not great, over-hyped restaurant. They get their produce from the farmer's market (so, not exactly farm-to-table, I guess) and emphasize this in their menu and dish presentations, but the food we had was a bit under seasoned and underwhelming, and very highly priced. As a special desert we were presented with sliced plums, which could have been picked up across the street at Piedmont Market. read more

Such a hidden gem off Piedmont Ave. The best hollandaise sauce I have ever had...hints of fresh lemon. A great farm to table culinary experience to say the least...staff/service are superb! read more

Pomet - Purple potatoes in hollandaise sauce garnished with fresh flowers...a gorgeous color contrast and simply amazing on the palate... - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

Was in Oakland and wanted to do some fine dinning, fist time at pomet and decided to take the plunge. Nice environment and very soothing. attentive staff and great service! Ordered the following: Oysters - yummy and fresh! Cod appetizer - had a nice smoky subtle taste - great starter! Quail appetizer- wow really well seasoned and the batter on it was awesome! Trout - main - very crispy skin and tasted fresh! Rib - well cooked and awesome sauce used on it! Mushroom stuffed pasta - one of the stars, very tasty - highly recommend! Olive oil cake - only ding is they bring u half a small cake - but still tasty! Seasonal chocolate oatmeal drink - wow so good, and perfect for the cold weather! Highly recommend- will repeat! read more

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5* This was one of the best meals I have had in the bay area! Farm to table, flavourful, unique, excellent service and great location! Pomet is a new addition to the Piedmont area and it is a gem! They have a great space , both indoor and outdoor seating with a great vibe. They focus on farm to table fresh and innovative cuisine and you get a sense of that in their decor, the menu and when you chat with the extremely kind and friendly staff. I found it interesting how they highlight the farms where the ingredients come from and are proud to serve seasonal specialties with a twist! To me this is California cuisine at its finest! For starters we ordered the Goddess salad 10/10 which was delicious, crunchy and so flavourful, the Brioche 12/10 which tasted like buttery pillows of heaven... I could eat these everyday , the Crunchy quail 15/10 which was extremely flavourful, perfectly cooked with an asian fusion twist and was just delicious! We also got the potatoes and they were delicious with a perfectly seasoned yogurt sauce 10/10 and the Albacore which was refreshing and served with succulents.. yes succulents! For the mains we tried the Duck confit noodles 10/10 which were just delicious with a very unique combination of scallions and parmesan, the Ugly mushroom pasta with miso butter which was such a hit at the table with a delicious miso mushroom flavour and a crunchy finish 15/10. My friends tried the Duck , Pork belly and the Trout which they absolutely loved so will have to save that to try next time! The presentation of all the dishes was just amazing and even though I should have taken photos, we were so impressed with the food that everyone ate everything very excitedly so it was all gone, fast! For dessert we tried the Red bay coffee and the olive cake with plum 10/10 which had a chewy almost mochi like texture, so good! We also got the Pear eclair which was very unique and had praline crunch to it 10/10. We completed our meal with complimentary shortbread cookies and a fresh Pear which was the perfect way to round up all the local flavours we had just sampled. They provide blankets for outdoor seats and will hopefully have heaters soon. The indoor seating is very cosy and we got to chat with the extremely talented chefs Alan and Sara after our meal! The restaurant owner also kindly came by and said hello and talked to us about her farm and how they work with the freshest fruits and ingredients everyday! The evening was absolutely lovely, the prices are on the higher side but perfect for the quality of the food in my opinion. I am already planning when to go back next to indulge in chef Alan and Sara's new creations !! Must must visit if in the area! read more

Pomet - Menu - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

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Fantastic meal with phenomenal service every step of the way. Our party of 4 ate outdoors and the heat lamps and blankets were a nice touch. The food was delicious and unique. We appreciated the fresh fruit from their orchards and the recommendations from the staff really helped. Ugly mushroom pasta, all the dishes with duck, and the short rib were delicious. Loved the shaved ice with grilled Mochi and satsuma pie for desert also. Will be back - thank you! The warm welcome from the host was really appreciated after I was disappointed to discover CDP is now reservation and pre fixe menu only and I wasn't able to get a pre-dinner drink there. read more

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