Just had an amazing Mother's Day dinner at Sirene last night. We had the best table outside (back and to the right, last table) for four, but could easily seat six if that's what you need. Their menu has changed since what is online - no more steelhead trout or mussels. I'm sorry that I didn't take a picture. For four, here is what we ordered: 6 Pacific Cocktail Oysters Smoked Fish Dip Roasted Asparagus Salad Cod with Morels and Asparagus (not on current online menu - delicious and I'd order again) Half Fried Chicken with All the Fixin's Rize Up Sourdough We had the BEST time and it was all super delicious. Our waitress was also kind in dealing with my (can be difficult in a Boomer way) dad. I'm sorry that I didn't take a picture of the fried chicken but the ones on Yelp are accurate. It was enough for us to share (two drumsticks and a wing and a thigh). The collards were SO good and vinegar-y which is how I like them. The standout for me was the asparagus salad. Run, do not walk. read more

Sirene - Pacific Cocktail Osysters and Smoked Fish Dip - Seafood Near Me - Oakland, California

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Took my wife here for a date night. First off, it is great to have this kind of dining option in the Lakeshore area of Oakland. I want this place to succeed. The staff was very attentive but not in a pushy way. Water refills, plating changes, and other questions were handled very promptly. 5 stars for service. The appetizers were excellent. We had the asparagus salad and the fish crudo. Each had a unique flavor profile that we have not tried before. 5 stars for both. Makes me want to try more from that side of the menu. The mains were a bit of a letdown. The fried chicken was a little dry. We got all the "fixins"and, though they were innovative, it was all very savory. Way too much savory. Even something simple as a honey butter for the biscuits would help cut through that. My wife got the mussels. Good, but again super savory. Partially our fault for getting two very savory dishes but a balanced dish should have a balance of flavor profiles. 3 stars for mains. Overall, a great experience. If I went back, I'd just get all the apps. read more

this rating is solely for the apathetic service and attitude of the morning coffee staff. they choose not to greet you, make it their burden to take your order, show no appreciation that you're patronizing their business. i refuse to spend money where my business is not appreciated read more

Rolled into Sirene on a prix fixe dinner night. Fortunately, we were able to have a la carte options at the bar. Opted to try the morel Porridge, which was delightful. It had plenty of mushrooms and fresh green things. It was warm, comforting, well-balanced, and delicious. Had a tiny bite of my friend's Allium Tart. Really nice carmelization and a lovely presentation. Definitely try any cocktail with the strawberry amaro. Incredibly friendly staff. I will be back to try more things from the regular menu. BTW, the restaurant part of the place was hustling on a Monday night. Hope that keeps up. Recommended. read more

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Came here for the second time recently and it was one of the best meals I've had in awhile. Everything we had was incredible. The oysters were some of the best I've ever had. They were the perfect size and super sweet. The halibut crudo with strawberry aguachile was another standout - super bright and refreshing. For my main, I ordered the steelhead (which I was so excited to see on the menu!), and it did not disappoint. The crispy skin was perfect, but the real star was the cashew guajillo sauce - it had a slight kick and was insanely flavorful. Dessert was just as memorable. We couldn't decide so we ordered two - the buckwheat donuts and the passionfruit posset. The buckwheat donuts sounded a little unusual, but trust me: do not sleep on them. They're light, fluffy, and sooo good. The passionfruit posset was just as delicious - it was smooth and tangy, and I loved the addition of the meringue to add some texture. Sirene is one of those places where everything just hits, and it's perfect for a date night. The service was seamless as well. Can't wait to go back! read more

Solid choice for an elevated dinner in the area. The manager David is so warm, kind, friendly, and generous. Our seafood etouffee was really delayed and he brought some house made dashi stock for us, sent an extra dessert (chocolate cake with buttermilk ice cream), and comped the dish. It was a 30+ min lag time but he and the male server were so gracious about it when we asked about it. Not sure what happened, perhaps our female server didn't put it the order right or they gave ours to another table. The drinks are good here and I love the house wine by the cm concept. House red wine was really delicious. My citrus house made soda was refreshing. The bread and butter were as good as I reviewed last time. The Dungeness crab salad was delightful and fresh with the Meyer lemon and melon balls. The chips with trout roe dip were okay. Probably wouldn't get that again. The etouffee was good when it came out and was served with some brown rice. The mixed seafood was fresh and delicious - especially the shrimp. Lemon custard is still amazing (tart snd just the right amount of sugar w citrus and the fish shaped cookie) and the chocolate cake they brought out was not too sweet. Buttermilk ice cream was very rich and flavorful. Really lovely setting for friends to get together and I saw lots of date nights and birthday celebrations. The unique soap scent in the bathroom which is a collaboration with scents by Nadia was also different and refreshing. Thanks David! We will be back! read more

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I've been to Sirene twice and enjoyed my experience. It's very cute inside and is perfect for a date night or a girls night out and the food feels very fresh. The mussels were flavorful and the fish n chips had that crispppp that i look for. Meaty ahh fish too. And a fluffy respectful biscuit I would recommend. Lots of vine options. Our servers have always been great too. I need to try more things on the menu. Definitely worth a visit. read more

This place was absolutely AMAZING--such a memorable experience from start to finish! What really made our visit special was our server, Elisa. She was an absolute sweetheart and went above and beyond to guide us through the menu since it was our first time here. Her energy and attentiveness truly elevated the whole night. Parking was a little tricky at first, but since we arrived later in the evening, we were able to find spots right in front of the restaurant--which worked out perfectly. The moment we walked in, we were in love. The ambiance is everything--dim, cozy, and super relaxing. The space is beautifully laid out with plenty of room between tables, so it feels intimate without being crowded. Such a vibe! And let's talk about the food--OMG, the oysters are an absolute MUST. We ordered a dozen (four of each), paired it with plenty of wine, and it was chef's kiss perfection. This spot is perfect for a date night or even a chill night out. I highly, highly recommend it--you won't be disappointed! read more

Went here for dinner and thought the food was fantastic. Could only get a reservation in the "cafe" side. It was a hi-top table for two against a wall - not ideal and wouldn't recommend that location, but the service and the food made up for it. Had oysters (yum) and their simple green salad which was very good with a tasty mustard vinaigrette. The shrimp chorizo pizza was delicious. It had been recommended by our server and we were curious and got it. Raclette cheese, broccolini and shrimp chorizo - delicious crust. Excellent. We got the panacotta dessert - also fantastic. Would definitely come back. And the Walden book store next door is great!! read more

Service - 3/5 Ambiance - 5/5 Food - 3/5 Came to Sirene for dinner and left feeling underwhelmed overall. Oysters were fine and exactly as expected. Sea scallop crudo was disappointing. I'm usually a big fan of yuzu, but the balance between the scallops, citrus, and bee pollen felt off and didn't quite work for me. Crudités with caviar ranch was not what I was expecting. The vegetables served with caviar mixed into the ranch felt underwhelming, and the dish missed the mark for me. Spiny lobster crudo was the standout of the meal -- great flavor with a nice level of spice. Fish and chips were tasty but ultimately forgettable. Overall, a few bright spots, but not enough to make the experience memorable or worth a return visit. read more

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Amazing ambiance, service, and food! But something's are a miss... Sirene is honestly a gem of a restaurant. The restaurant is fairly large yet feels quite cozy in all areas. The design of the restaurant is also very tasteful. Everything from the front to back patio, even the bathroom is tasteful. The back patio was a highlight for me. Many restaurants treat the patio as an afterthought, but at Sirene. The patio feels like the main seating area. Very thoughtfully designed, soft lights, plants. And heaters spaced throughout the space. It's a very comfortable area. The appetizers we got were a 10/10! Get the chicory salad with squid, get the black trumpet porridge! Those two were the highlights by the whole table. But maybe don't get the fish and chips and don't get the fried chicken... Not sure what happened here but it just didn't work. The fried fish coating was very soft, not crispy, and the fried chicken lacked a rich flavor and juiciness. But overall it's an amazing place to go to. After this, I'm going to seek out their sister restaurant , The Morris in SF! read more

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Sirene, dear Sirene, I am not worthy. Oh my goodness! This morning one of Oakland's finest galerists invited me to meet at Sirene for coffee and I feel so very fortunate. May I say, this is much more than a coffee shop, it's only one of the hottest new restaurants in the town. But oh my, coming here for coffee and a pastry is incredible. I can hardly imagine how wonderful dinner is. I had a fantastic latte and the cinnamon bun was absolutely sublime. From the richly flavored frosting to the elegant texture of the bun to the crust of sweet caramelization on the bottom. Magnificent! It was really an experience and a joy to eat it. I loved every single bite of that pastry. It's almost a fine dining version of your local coffee shop - it's really that good. I'm serious, the service is so kind and thoughtful. It is happy that human beings like this help you get your morning to such real lovely state. There is tons of seating. With lots of light upfront and less light but an incredibly warm environment in the back. There's a rear patio for sunnier and/or warmer days as well. What a discovery! Did I mention that I can't wait to come here for dinner? read more

Sirene - Fantastic latte and sublime cinnamon bun! - Seafood Near Me - Oakland, California

Loved the ambiance in this place! The staff were super friendly and suggested a few of their specialties. Fried chicken and the chartreuse slushy were the stars of the night, I will come back for just those 2 items over and over again. read more

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They had me at the free to customer sparkling water spout :) What a cool place! I visited during their lunch hours. The counter staff were very welcoming and friendly. I ordered the chartreuse cappuccino and the farmers plate. Loved the chartreuse cappuccino! What an interesting and creative idea. The flavors work. Get a little anise kick at the finish. The farmers plate included pate de campagne made from pork, brillat savarin soft cheese, and mustard frill, which I've never had. It was actually somewhat sweet. I loved it! I'm so happy to have an option like this just a short bike ride away. It's very unique and a cut above. Definitely coming back for dinner! read more

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We had a great experience here last night! The service was excellent and the food was superb! The standout was the seared steelhead trout, easily one of the best fish dishes I've ever had. We eat out often and I order fish regularly, and this was next level. Perfectly cooked and incredibly flavorful. Absolutely delicious! The fried chicken was also fantastic, crispy outside, juicy and tender inside. We started with the smoked trout and chips, which tasted house-made and were so good. Cocktails were superb. Overall, a really lovely experience...so glad Oakland has this spot. We'll definitely be back regularly. read more

Sirene - Steelhead trout - Seafood Near Me - Oakland, California

Had a pâté plate, which came with a little salad and cheese. Overall it was good, not amazing. I would be curious to go back for dinner sometime. Service was minimal. Ambiance was quiet at lunchtime. read more

Really enjoyed our time here at Sirene - their outdoor eating area is homey and beautiful with how they decorated their courtyard area. I'll need to go back again to try their raw bar and crudo, as my wife was pregnant when we went and we needed to eat cooked food. I loved their early girl starter, which was the standout dish for me. Other items, like their shrimp chorizo fell a little flat. Other dishes, such as the abalone were delicious. Mussels were also a hit. The staff were super attentive and were great in making sure we had a great experience. Don't skip the buckwheat doughnuts - they were BOMB. read more

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Been meaning to come here for a while and it was worth it, I'll be back. They seem to be busy every day of the week so I strongly recommend reservations. Though even with the crowd, it wasn't loud and the staff were attentive and available. They also do cafe hours and I plan to come work from here some time. The food is a bit pricey, but artfully put together and all fresh. The dumpling and the porridge were show stoppers for me, I'd absolutely come back for those. The spiny lobster crudo was also very good but I found the scallop crudo to be a tad basic. read more

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I genuinely expected more from this new restaurant in Oakland that has gotten some attention from the food press (notably Eater). Yelp reviews were uniformly positive (except for the typical "I'm angry at the bartender" diatribes). But, oddly enough, the meal just didn't work for me. I thought the appetizers were substantially better than the main courses (the shrimp sausage was wonderful). But all of those seafood appetizers were small considering the price - I understand that margins are thin, but I felt a bit ripped off by the very pricy uni with the tiny portions. Skip the dumplings - small, and while the combination of flavors is intriguing, nothing stands out. For my main, I went with the fried chicken, and those portions are substantial. But it's fried chicken... Service: wonderful. Ambiance: great. And while the seafood menu is fantastic, portions just felt too small. read more

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We were able to get a last minute reservation at Sirene. Haven't eaten on Grand Avenue for dinner in awhile. The bread at Sirene was the best ever either salt on the crust. Omg. It's from Rize Up in SF. Had to refrain from eating more than one piece to save room for dinner. We shared the small portion of the fried chicken and picked a few sides and the mussels. The chicken was flavorful and loved the crunch of the skin. Mashed potatoes were a wonderful accompaniment. Orders the cheddar biscuits too but ended up taking it home. The mussels were a great addition to our meal in a wonderful broth. And the toasted bread with it was soooo good. So many things to try in Sirene but we limited ourselves to these items. Need to return and try more!!! read more

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Husband took us here for date night. We didn't read reviews but always noticed how crowded the venue is and their menu had simple yet exquisite ingredients. I was intrigued by the offerings of chartreuse which can be difficult to find nowadays and the type of ingredients used to make each dish. I'm a little shocked to see mixed reviews of the place but we had a great time between the two of us and we sat bar seating in the back which had wonderful lighting and space to eat and drink. I also think the portion sizes are fit for two people to be exact and if there is a party bigger than two people, there has be multiples of the order. We don't eat raw oysters as it's been a warm month and there's been warnings against consuming raw oysters. For starters: We ordered the halibut crudo, red uni and fresh abalone to start with a Genepi chartreuse. We found all of our starter to be very surprisingly good. The halibut was fresh with no smell or sogginess and the bedded sauce was rich in flavor with a bit of smokiness. The abalone was grilled and also had a nice smokiness to it too. We cut up the abalone into pieces and I dipped it in the halibut crudo sauce. There were two types of uni available and we had the red uni which was split into two, and was fresh and creamy. For mains: we ordered the fried chicken, which resembled a bit like fish and chips... I think the batter is the same. We order two sides of octo kimchi sauce and mashed potatoes. I was on the fence about the sides the mashed potatoes tasted not fresh and the octopus kimchi sauce was ok. I think the chicken should come with some sort of sides. The dessert was what intrigued me. Buckwheat donuts and chartreuse anglais. Being a chartreuse fan I did like their anglais. My husband said it reminded him of churros (haha). I do think things could be a hit or miss here but we fortunately had a good meal. The bar is underrated and this place gets so packed and busy that yes the servers are overwhelmed I bet. This place is a bit pricey but it has food that is reminiscent of fine dining. read more

Sirene - Seafood Near Me - Oakland, California

Sirene opened where Sister once was. Came here for the seafood menu. Unbeknownst to me. It's available only at dinner. Soft music in background. Plenty of seating in backyard patio, adjacent room, tables in main room. Settled for a cup of joe. Discovered they serve Andytown Roastery and Mother Tongue de-caf, both favorites. Quick service. Short line. Got Joe quick. Offerings: eats-pastries, drinks: cold brew, drips, espressos, latte, cappuccino, macchiatos, teas, carrot juice. Sips: macchiato (5) -filled to the brim with covfefe and milk foam. Covfefe bold tasting even with the slight milk added. Slightly sweet too. Still prefer it black. -lst time tasting this. Love it. Good alternative. 5 stars: Worthy! Quality-fab. Quantity: same as others. Free parking Sundays. Back streets had parking. read more

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I so dearly wish for this restaurant to "make it" in a tough Oakland environment. They have smarts (coffee and lunch service in the daytime), charm all over inside (I wanted to steal few things haha - but did not ), and substance in their menu and execution. Most importantly of all to me and rare in dining nowadays unless you have a Michelin/James Beard budget, even if this is cringe/eyeroll to say, they have that je ne sais quoi but significant depth of heart in the business. The attentiveness, care, and sincerity of wishing you not just a good meal but a truly beautiful night. I might be a little tilted because I have two allergies that come up fairly often when dining out, and everyone - including the fricking sommelier, bent over backwards to try to make my night as I apologized over and over for being troublesome when I really didn't want to be. That said, order and savor the whole menu if you can. I couldn't have some of the best parts of it, but my partner happily dove in and can attest to the greatness of the chicken and biscuits, desserts, and certain cocktails. Yeah, he didn't feel bad enough to forgo it in front of me, but I was sort of happy to see him enjoy the fruits of their labor. And I had enough and variety to confidently say they're a talented crew that well deserve the accolades that I'm sure will come to them in short time. read more

Score a resy if you can, because this place is amazing. Sat the bar area high top tables started with the chartreuse slush then shrimp chorizo which was ok, as well as the chicken. Mussels and the fish were the highlights of our meal. Place is packed by the time it opened with resys and walkins. read more

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Excellent experience and fantastic, helpful service. All the food was great but the seafood was the star. We had a large group so my friend worked with restaurant to tailor a menu. It was seafood, meats, then dessert (and some veggies somewhere in between). The restaurant was super accommodating and helped us pick a nice wine. It was an excellent choice. The seafood tower came with uni, oysters, scallops, and shrimp cocktail. Everything was fresh and vibrant with seafood flavor. The follow up was a hamachi crudo that had a smokey sauce made from mussels, also very good. Their fried chicken was cooked and seasoned well. It was coated in a batter rather than typical flour breading. What made it special were the sides and sauces. My goodness - the gravy, red beans, and kimchi sauce. Plus the scallion biscuits reminded me of Chinese scallion pancakes flavorwise. Steak frites were good but not exciting as the rest of the menu. The fries and bearnaise were stellar, but the strip steak itself was okay. We've also ingested a lot of food by this point. Dinner ended with some spiced donuts and chocolate cake. The cake was good but the donuts were something special. I was full but made extra room. Side notes: The bread was amazing, I could have eaten half a loaf; I saw half a dozen orders at least of the fried anchovies, I will for sure get those next time. read more

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Warm, welcoming and unique flavor profiles with the food. Arrived 5 minutes early and was ready just to hang and re-review the menu - instead they opened the doors early and graciously allowed us in. So kind and unexpected. Throughout the meal each interaction continued to be the same - joyful kindness. Decor so thoughtful and sea-focused. There are small framed wrinkly notes also - from the previous occupant's employees, tucked into the brick/mortar of the wall and the current owners decided to memorialize this - how reverent and sweet! Do: - oysters - super fresh - butter leaf salad great fibrous starter - gnocchi interesting mix of squash and seasonal veg like corn - fried chicken, moist and the crunch of the light batter - excellent - black cod, beautifully crisp skin, flaky fish - biscuits, small but mighty - check out the layers - collards, good bite and seasoning - buckwheat donuts - pillows of heaven - Meyer lemon custard, bright and perfect - vanilla bourbon ic - icy and lots of liquor I thought the lamb/uni dumpling was okay/good. Didn't really taste the uni - liked the mochi-like skin. The octopus kimchi was very salty and overpowered the chicken. Beware - no AC, yesterday was toasty - so make sure to wear breathable pieces/sit under one of the ceiling fans. So many unique items on the menu look forward to returning to try more. They have a section of the menu just for varieties of chartreuse, and incorporate it into their recipes. I loved the options of 'portions' for a lot of the items, allows for more grazing! read more

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It's been a while since I've written a Yelp review but I felt called to share my feelings bc I had a strong opinion. I was soooo looking forward to this place after SF Chronicle wrote an article about it and Infatuation also featured it in a post. That being said, I also read the Yelp and Google reviews and found them to be mixed (understandably). I'm afraid to say that the things people disliked about this place, were consistent with what I thought. The main thing being things were under seasoned. For some perspective, I'm someone that cooks with less salt at home, often the one that says things are too salty at restaurants, and yet, am shocked to type that this place is under seasoned. Perhaps it is because they really want you to taste the seafood, but I find sometimes the right amount of salt can bring out flavors. Sadly, everything felt a little bland. We had: - shrimp chorizo - this was not under seasoned but failed to taste the shrimp component. It was a raw sausage (I think) that was squishy and soft. Nothing impressive but unique to try - hamachi crudo - you'd call this a dish with "natural flavors" bc it's so...bland. Without the sauce (where the flavor comes in), you're eating fish with no flavor. But somehow the sauce still couldn't full wrap around the fish so I could taste sauce, and fish, but in a combined fashion if that makes sense - whole fish - definitely filling for two people but again, the fish was lacking flavor despite having a nice char. It was just butter garlic with parsley with no seasoning. I never expected to write a review with the biggest note being about it lacking flavor and seasoning but here we are. I didn't believe it when others wrote it. But they're right. read more

Sirene - Shrimp chorizo and hamachi crudo - Seafood Near Me - Oakland, California

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Lovely dining experience! Warm, attentive and cordial service. Thank you Mara, Chris, and others for helping us create a joyful memory for my sister's 30th birthday. We sat in the dining room. Ambient lighting, brick walls, wooden chairs, open kitchen, you know the vibes. I didn't take pictures of the food because I was simply too excited and ready to eat it. Oopsie, guess you'll have to go see for yourself! ;b I really enjoyed the mussels, super flavorful and clean. I worked at a reputable coastal restaurant in Bodega Bay and I enjoyed these more than theirs! Great balance of heat and umami, paired with perfectly toasted buttery levain bread (elite sourdough ). I also enjoyed the crudo and dashi. Both were light, refreshing, well-balanced and so freshly clean tasting. The oysters are on par with what I eat in Tomales Bay and Bodega Bay. Clean, fresh. I got the steelhead fish for my main. The skin was seared so perfectly and the fish was cooked to perfection. I am someone who eats my steak medium rare. It was a monochromatic dish and I don't often eat fruit with fish but boom bop bam, it was cohesively delish. The orange wine from Sicily was delightful. I got into wine when I worked at a Georgian restaurant / wine bar that heavily centered old world natural winemaking, sourcing from Patagonia to Hungary to the Canary Islands to all over Europe. This was very reminiscent of the more refined amber (orange) wines I had during my time there. Smooth and well-rounded with exciting depth. Loved my mezcal cocktail (The Coyote) as well! My dad is mostly a beer drinker but after he sipped mine he decided to get one. There is a moody looking cocktail bar in the back I am intrigued to get to know better. For dessert, we had chocolate cake (topped with a hazelnut ice cream) and donuts. Chocolate cake was moist rich and fluffy. Donuts smacked. It was giving cinnamon toast crunch without the feeling of high fructose corn syrup ;b Paired with a lovely creamy sauce I learned was chartreuse anglaise! Yum yum, good time. Already look forward to my next visit. read more

10/10. I met the Chef of the hottest new restaurant in town at my company's gala. He was so kind and gave me a breakdown of what I should order for the reservation I had! A few days later, I came to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday and it was probably the best friend chicken I have ver had in my life. It's a special unexpected dish in a seafood forward restaurant. I highly recommend for everyone to order. The gnocchi was spectacular as well, we wiped the plate clean. Looking forward to the next time I come eat here! read more

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Fabulous date night with delicious food and romantic candlelit ambiance but what really stood out was the fantastic service. The servers were super attentive, thoughtful, and kind. Can't wait to come back here to try their fried chicken and other dishes. read more

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It was the first time my husband and I dined here and we enjoyed the meal and ambiance. We are retired and dined in the main dining area which we definitely preferred over the high top tables in the other section. We needed help figuring how much to order and the staff were very helpful in their suggestions. My husband enjoyed his cocktail. I had the chartreuse slushy which was fun to drink but was so filling and large. I had planned to have a glass of wine with dinner but the slushy was only half finished by that point and I didn't want to waste not drinking it. Ordered the fried chicken which is one of the most popular items and they serve it in what they call a tower--multi-level for the potatoes, veggie, chicken--nice presentation and very good. My husband enjoyed his fish dish. We started a conversation with the two women sitting next to us and felt the restaurant offered a warm and friendly vibe. We would definitely come back again. read more

This is a review for the cafe- haven't tried the dinner menu yet. Its hard to find a good cafe with a nice outdoor patio, and Sirene is great for that. The coffee isn't cheap, but it's on par for similarly bougie coffee shops. Their coffee/drink menu as well as their pastries are quality and creative. They have caf, half caf, and decaf options, though their only milk options are full fat milk and oat milk (which costs extra). My only real complaint is that ultimately, the space is set up to be a restaurant, not a cafe, so there are no outlets to be found, so it's not the best coffee shop to get work done on a laptop. The staff are always friendly and professional. read more

Sirene - Mocha - Seafood Near Me - Oakland, California

Mixed feelings here. Okay let's start off by saying the food was truly good but, everything else I believe needs help. Maybe it's because they're still trying to figure things out or I may need to try this place again but, try it out and make your own opinion read more

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chicory salad . squid . pluot . peanut Order this. I made us get two in a row in one seating. This is the salad of a Chef who does a lot of things well. I've been here twice and this is #1. It reminded me of the charred broccoli salad at The Morris but better. Get the Rize up sourdough with it though it will be hard to not just smear fluffy pieces with salty butter and inhale. Some off-menu or on-menu rice would be even more amazing to soak up the salad juices. Please? We've also had a bottle of Ballot Millot Meursault 2022 here which is now a favorite. Hugs to the Chef. Oh and everyone that works here is so wonderful! Loved each one of them. read more

Nice place to chill with coffee and relax. The latte is good and nice ambiance, cool hangout place.

From the duo that opened the Morris, Sirène gets a lot of good publicity and it is worth the hype! You're going to want to try the fried chicken (quarter for $20, half for $35, full order for $60), the strongest of the land options. The birds are brined in buttermilk; battered in wheat and rice flour; and fried perfectly. Each piece has a light shell with a thin crackle and juicy. The sides sauce- octopus kimchi was delicious and gave it that extra kick! Another highlight is the duck and lobster mortadella: was heavenly! I also enjoyed the gin cocktail "Dempsey" with calvados, pomegranate and anise. Was very well balanced! There are also many wine by the glass options. read more

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A seafood and veggie focused menu? Sign me up. The exposed brick and Scandinavian chairs inside the restaurant set the mood. The menu flows from lightest to heaviest bites so you know exactly what you are getting into. My wife and I opted for some items from each of the 5 sections. The dumplings as a starter were delicious, but at $8 a bite did not provide much value. The salads (one beet and one crab) were good, but not great. The dressings and ratios of ingredients made them a bit unbalanced. The seafood etouffe was the star. The sauce was well seasoned with a nice variety of seafood. The fried chicken was surprisingly disappointing since it seemed to be showcased on their menu. The breading seemed to be the same batter that they use for their fish and chips and lacked salt that is expected from fried chicken. The dessert we had was great. It was an apple and lemon tart with a rosemary ice cream. Overall it was a decent meal, great ambience with kind and knowledgeable service. read more

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Our wait staff, Elyssa, was amazing. She was attentive and knowledgeable and fun. The smoked fish appetizer with the homemade potato chips was amazing. We ordered a side of bread and it was so good and the butter was absolutely fantastic. Our main course was fried chicken.It comes with a sauce and I really don't understand why we need a sauce It was delicious without it. There was a slight hiccup in our meal, and the manager David went way over and beyond to compensate for it. He really didn't need to do everything that he did. But it certainly made us wanna come back. If I were to have any criticism, it would just be that the noise level is pretty high. We got there at six, and it wasn't too crowded then and we could hear each other.But by seven, it was jammed and really difficult to hear. read more

Starting off this review by saying the prices they have posted online do not match in person, everything is slightly pricier in person by $5 dollars or more which was a little disappointing. Service was wonderful and everyone was so friendly. The vibe of this restaurant was swanky and chic, I loved it. Now onto the food, we started with the crudite and caviar ranch which was so fresh and crunchy. The abalone on the other hand was a pass for us. Not that it's Sirenes fault but I don't think we like abalone at all lol. For the mains we got the gnocchi and fried chicken with mashed potatoes and collard greens! The fried chicken was some of the best I ever had and the mashed potatoes were PERFECT! Collard greens were a little dry but the flavor was great. The gnocchi was a little overcooked but the crunch from the fresh peas balanced it out. For dessert we finished with the Meyer lemon passion fruit custard and it was the perfect sweet treat to end the dinner with. Definitely a pricey restaurant with portions leaning on the smaller side but I thought it was quite nice. Would love to come back again soon! read more

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I love this spot so much. The location is my favorite daytime cafe. Just in terms of architecture and ways to have a lazy cafe experience in the area. I had their smoked duck focaccia, not likely a consistent flavor but little did they know I'm a sucker for duck. The pastry box is as enticing as ever are made in house. They are competing with a lot of close spots for pastry, but having a great cafe is huge. One day I'll come for dinner, but this has always been a weekend chill spot for me. read more

Sirene - Current evening menu. - Seafood Near Me - Oakland, California

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