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    Sobre Mesa

    4.0 (416 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 12:30 am (Next day)
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    Yan X.

    We ordered half of the tapas menu. We were not pleased at all. The only dishes that stood out were stuffed plantain, herbed brioche and Caribbean rice. The rest were tasteless as if the chef had a personal vengeance against salt. The cocktail Chan Chan was delicious but it gave us a huge headache like a cheap liqueur would do. Don't think will ever go again.

    Beautiful bar
    Taylor J.

    After a bit of strolling and adventuring in downtown oakland, we stopped into Sobre Mesa for a nice dinner!Arrived right when they opened at 5pm and sat by the absolutely gorgeous and friendly hostess/waitress! This place is so lovely inside! Colorful and dark decor, lots of pinks and greens. And you can't forget the disco ball at the Stunning bar. It definitely fit the vibe I was looking for. First, we ordered drinks and I got the Chan Chan. This was really good! I was expecting a sweet and refreshing drink but this was not that. It was a dark and serious banana concoction that was more of a sipper. Very alcohol forward, but I enjoyed it. For food, we got the beef empanadas, the chicken pinches, and the beef dumplings. Everything was great! For me the clear winner was the empanadas. Crispy on the outside and delicious and meaty on the inside with a yummy red sauce on the outside. Along with my drink, I really enjoyed these. Great dinner at Sobre Mesa! I enjoyed the ambiance, the great vibes, and delicious food.

    Michelle D.

    Came here for my best friends bday dinner - we decided on a spread of tapas from the starters menu! Originally wanted to also order an entree but the tapas ended up being plentiful. Food very flavorful. Not gonna lie for some reason the Tots were the biggest hit for us lol. I think it's the crispiness of it. I thought the empanadas were yummy, the adobo chicken (forget the actual name of it), the brioche was an interesting combo - i think i liked the pairing and the bread was so soft and yummy. Drinks were beautiful but didn't feel like they were strong (which is fine since Im not one to drink much anymore... but would've liked a little buzz still). Vibe of the restaurant was cute. They had a DJ that night who was playing really good music. Would return to give this another shot!

    Persimmon martini and manzana g&t
    Ann C.

    Once you walk in the doors (which do look a bit sketch; I totally walked past the entrance my first time here), you're transported to south Miami in the best way possible. Drinks here are on point though food service took WAYYYYY longer than usual on my last visit (but customer service made up for it). They have a great happy hour as well (chicken pinchos and empanadas are top choices). If you're in the Oakland area, do not miss out.

    Negroni de la muerte
    Lili Z.

    Came in on a Saturday night with no reservation for a birthday celebration and expected to wait -- there was no availability at first. The hostess, Kim, kindly offered us seats at the bar and then shortly after went out of her way to accommodate us at a table. That alone was already great service, but she didn't stop there. Kim checked in on us throughout the meal and even surprised the birthday girl with a round of celebratory shots on the house, which was such a thoughtful touch. She was incredibly friendly and made the whole experience feel special. The food was fantastic -- really interesting twists on Caribbean classics. Don't skip the brioche toast or the papas bravas. Everything paired perfectly with the drinks. Between the great food, great drinks, great vibe and truly standout hospitality, we had an amazing time. We'll definitely be back!

    The sauce to die for on the bread. Screw lo-carb - order the bread. Do not waste the sauce.
    Yoko O.

    Oh my goodness the food here is good. And it's DIFFERENT - not the same as all the other tapas places. 1. We ordered the empanadas and the fried goat cheese. Both amazing. Empanada had a very tasty crust A deep fried not baked. And lots of meat. More than a lot of other places. And it had a sauce that I wanted to steal all of it because it was that good. The goat cheese was creamy and the crusty outside was very satisfying. Lovely presentation. 2. We ordered the jerk cambas which was shrimp in an incredibly tasty tomato based sauce. Order bread to dip into the sauces. You won't be sorry. 3. We ordered the pork belly but they were out of that cut and they made the same dish out of pork shoulder. It was so tender. I think it was probably better than the pork belly which is good but is so rich (fatty) that my digestive system rebels. So I was really happy with this dish. We had no room for dessert. However we found that their margaritas slide right in. The service was fabulous. Our server Alicia was so delightful and fun. She explained all the dishes to us as this was our first time. Everyone kept our water filled. Decor - lighting is perfect - not too bright. Very nice bar - colorful and really gives a great ambience. Great for dates. Music is just a little loud so maybe not the place to go for conversations across the table. There are cozy tables away from the speakers. Ask for those if you need to.

    Shruti J.

    Okay!! Let me start off by saying I am a picky eater and on top have dietary restrictions ( lactose intolerance). TMI? Maybe but this pretext is important cause I ate from everything that was ordered for the table. Beef empanadas: I don't eat beef but these empanadas were soooo good that happy to let you all know that I now eat beef. Thanks for converting me. Tator tots: i had to order another one cause these were exceptional. Plaintain with impossible meat: eclectic and so inclusive. Chicken skewers: BOMB!! There drinks were all good except for the green one that was wayyyyy tooooo stronggg . Not complaining just be prepared We ordered 3-4 drinks each. The drinks were that good. The decor is eclectic. I can't wait to come back. I wish they allowed kids( assuming on my part), cause I would love to bring my 14 yr old to try their food. So Very Good. Thank you for the great culinary experience and will be back!!

    Tanya W.

    This place was super cool. We were headed to another place in the area but the great music filtering through the door made us curious. We peeked inside and loved the vibe and cool and diverse crowd. Dark lighting, nice decor, friendly hostess and bartender, nicely made cocktails, decent food, and a live singer. I would definitely be back when I'm the area. :)

    Shirene B.

    I've celebrated my birthday twice at Sobre Mesa the last few years. I'm a big fan of their sister restaurant AlaMar. So this year I decided to do a mini pub crawl with some girlfriends and Sobre Mesa is where we enjoyed the dinner portion. The hostess and server were really awesome. The server made great recommendations, including the brioche bread (order that right now!) She also provided us with smoked shots of their Sobre Mesa cocktail and non alcoholic drinks for my friends that weren't partaking. Food: we had the chicken skewers, patatas, beef skewers, pork belly, empanadas and the brioche bread. All of it was delicious. My crew really liked the empanadas, patatas and brioche bread. There was nothing left. I enjoyed the Oaxacan Country Club and it was very tasty. We ended the night by taking photos by the "Come Sober, Leave Sobre" sign and that we did. Until next time!

    Diann U.

    Long overdue review! The food, drinks, and overall vibe here were awesome. Staff were fast, kind, and made the experience even better. Definitely a spot worth checking out.

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    Mary Bryan O.

    I'm obsessed with this place! The vibes are immaculate- intimate and cozy space with fun decor. I went for the first time Friday night before a show at the fox. Everything we ordered was amazing but the gambas are a must as well as the beef empanadas. The service was great and very attentive. Can't wait to be back!

    Nancy V.

    This is such a cute trendy looking bar. The front of the bar is lively and busy but there's tables near the back creating a more intimate vibe. It's a good spot for a date night or girls night. Picture worthy bar!

    all 11 cocktails on the menu
    Irena S.

    Came here on a Saturday night, party of 6, spontaneously around 7pm ish after finishing an escape room at Clockwise nearby walking distance. It happened to not be super busy and none of us had tried it before, so we thought, why not?? After a lot of debating on what drinks to order, we decided to get one of EVERY COCKTAIL ON THE MENU LOL and the experience did NOT disappoint (yes, all 11 of them). If your party is big enough I actually recomend this because it was so fun and everything was so different. Pros: - Everything (every drink, every small plate) was delicious, and I genuinely felt like every cocktail was different from each other. Even the more "classic" ones (like a variation on an old fashion) had their own special twist. The sobre mesa cocktail came out on a smoky platter and was very tasty. Another cocktail that was a white color was also delicious (literally cannot remember what it was but it was SO yummy). - The ambiance and presentation were lovely! Every drink and food platter was beautifully plated. Fun mood lighting, music but you can still hear each other talk - We had a lovely bartender and server, though I can't remember her name. She was super enthusiastic and kind to us - For the vibes, service, ambiance, and presentation, I think the prices are worth it. We came out of there for $90 a person and we sat there for like 3 hours yapping away, and I was full. - Food was delicious. The empanadas, the cheese fondue, the plantains. Nothing was too dry or heavy. NO complaints about the food, went really well with the drinks. Impeccable quality Cons: - not a huge deal, but the booth we were sitting in felt like it was super warm/hot with poor air circulation. But maybe also cuz of the alcohol hahah 10/10 WILL BE BACK

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    Ask the Community - Sobre Mesa

    Can I buy a gift card?

    Yes. Please email us for the secure link. Sobremesaoakland@gmail.com

    Do they have bottomless mimosas on sundays?

    I was there late on a Saturday night and they did not, but idk: https://www.sobremesaoak.com/

    Are kids allowed? My son is 12

    Unfortunately not, we are a cocktail lounge for 21+.

    Is this within walking distance to the Fox?

    Yes, the fox is 2 blocks away.

    Are dogs allowed in the outdoor area?

    We do not have outdoor dining.

    Is there live music? Dj? are the closing hrs updated? Thnx

    Sometimes on the weekend on Saturdays as my friend and his band Namorados Da Lua have been performing there on Saturday nights but bands change from time to time so call ahead and no DJ that I am aware of

    Is there an outdoor seating area?

    Yes

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