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    4.3 (939 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Tamika T.

    Nice spot. Food was good. Meatball sandwich and the spicy hog sandwich. Enjoyed both. Nice Austrian wine selection that was pretty tasty. Service was cool. Its a bit small inside, and on a hot day like yesterday, it was a bit steamy and uncomfortable inside, but all in all, this is a nice neighborhood spot, with good food and good service.

    Meatball Sandwich
    Chad M.

    I didn't care for my meal. Of the two people who joined me one liked everything. And one was okay with one of the three dishes. The pulled pork sandwich for me was a complete bust. I should have asked if the slaw was sweet. So that's on me. Pork didn't have much flavor combined with the vinegar based slaw made a sandwich I didn't enjoy. The habanero hot sauce they have was the saving grace. That stuff was delicious. The meatball sandwich was good. High marks on the meatball from the two beef eaters at the table. The breakfast burrito was underwhelming. Employees and service were great. Same with the iced tea. Loved the carafe.

    Pulled pork sandwich with potato chips
    Steve K.

    I was very surprised the pulled pork sandwich was very delicious. The turkey pancetta pesto also good. What I really didn't like was the bag of potato chips they put on my plate. The texture difference was fine. It needed it, but I would've preferred hand cut potato wedges or french fries with a pulled pork sandwich. I did enjoy my meal and I will come back again. I'd try the meatball sandwich. This was yesterday

    Meatball sandwich
    Daniela J.

    So far have only tried sandwiches via takeout but they are delicious. We recently had the meatballs and the spicy hog sandwiches. Both are very large. The spicy hog had the perfect amount of spice for me, super flavorful. Definitely need to come back and try more things!

    Ginger bread
    Andrew S.

    Definitely all about the sandwiches! My wife loved her BLAT. Getting the Niman ranch "balls" next time for sure. The poached egg + bacon salad needed about 3x the goodies but was still tasty and a good healthier option. Loved watching the chefs take care of everything they were preparing!

    Jack R.

    The service here was amazing! Shout out to the servers. So I had the poached egg salad and carrot soup. The salad was fresh and the Truffle dressing really matched well with the salad. The ginger carrot soup had very light ginger, so it wasn't overpowering. My meal was amazing. My coworker had the pastrami hash. She found it to be fatty and didn't really like it. She was also shocked at the $15 mimosa charge. Seems we had two different experiences because I genuinely liked my food, and she wasn't thrilled about her food. Personally, I would definitely return to try their other dishes.

    Cutest tea pot
    Paige B.

    Glorious little place on the way to visit the Cal camous. We walked in to a genuinely pleasant fellow and a fantastic space. We placed our irder at the front and took our spots at a tiny table. The guy, wishing I'd gotten his name, brought us waters immediately and our drinks shortly thereafter. The green jasmine tea was out of this world! It was the most jasmine-y jasmine I've had. I could rave about the tea for days...it was that good. I was treated to a cup to take with and savor as long as I could make it last. The sandwiches were really tasty. Cuban was hot of the grill, cheese meltwd and gooey, house made pickles were tangy with a good crunch. There was a hefty serving of thinly sliced pork wedged between the bread. Each bite was just bursting with the yum factor you need in a good sandwich. The BBQ pork was also terrific - kiddo ordered without slaw or aioli so I didn't get the full experience. What I did taste was very tasty. The pickled jalapeños were soooo good, the pork tender and savory. Worth the stop!

    Linda N.

    I love a good hearty meatball so when I saw Southie serving their famous "The Balls" sandwich, try saying that without giggling... "I'll have an order of the balls!", I knew I had to make a visit. The Balls - Large and in charge. I'm glad I brought this home to eat cuz my tiny hands were not able to hold this massive sandwich and eating is was definitely a challenge. Got me looking like a troubled toddler refusing her dinner. Meatballs flying everywhere, sauce splattered on the walls, crying kid *raises hand*. Anyway, by the time I got home, the bread was somewhat soggy probably from all the steam, making it useless as a base. I ate it deconstructed style so basically just had 3 giant meatballs for lunch. Overall, kinda pricey for 3 giants meatballs and chips. Glad a crossed it off my list but I will be sticking with other balls.

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    Sarah Z.

    Absolute amazing experience here! Came for a friend's birthday dinner and the server went above and beyond! We ordered a bottle of Prosecco and although we had finished our bottle, he came around several times to pour some extra for us and eventually even came by with champagne! He was super friendly and welcoming. Really made the experience. Food here is also awesome! We got the brussel sprouts to share--very well cooked and not bitter at all. We also shared the shrimp ceviche--this was okay, nothing special to note. But the star of the show was the steak I got. It was hearty and delicious. I loved that it came with a spicy mix of chilis on top--it really pulled it together. Only downside it was slightly too chewy, but flavor was on point. In terms of seating, it seems to be limited so just FYI. 4.5/5 stars. Would come again!

    Poached eggs and Hash
    Nicole J.

    Went here on Fluke and we absolutely had a BALL!!! One of my NEW FAVORITE PLACES TO GO NOW!!! - we were greeted immediately when walking in very very nice calm and cool atmosphere and everyone seemed to be locals- although we weren't we were still greeted as one!!! Javier was one to help us and he is just AMAZING - he has vibe!!!! I love you Javier!!! FOOD WAS AMAZING - we ordered the poached eggs and hash, and also the French toast with eggs and bacon!!! We loved everything and we left no crumbs on our plates. We also had drinks ; Pinot Blanche and the Cava Conca Del Rui Anoia Brut Rose - our favorite was the Rose and we are a little tipsy!!!! I had an amazing time and also went on our very FIRST DATE here so this place will forever have my heart!!! THANK YOU JAVIER!!! You will see us soon!

    Andrew J.

    We happened into this little spot while seeking breakfast on a Sunday in the college ave area of Oakland. I was first attracted to the sound of salsa music pouring out the front door of this little spot. The menu seemed mall and limited but full of quality choices. After getting a glimpse of what I saw coming out from the small open air kitchen., I knew I would have to try the food. We ended up ordering the pastrami, poached, egg, hash, and the chicken mole enchiladas. Both were amazing. I also tried a half poached egg and bacon salad and was also very impressed. each poached egg was cooked perfectly. If you want to be impressed by the quality of food coming from a tiny but skilled kitchen, give Southie a try. Oh and.... The service was amazing.

    Ahi tuna sandwich
    Cindy C.

    This is a local favorite. The sandwiches we had here were just amazing. We tried the ahi tuna, meatball and Cuban. All three were really yummy. The ahi tuna had slight fish taste/smell , but it was still delicious. My favorite was the meatball sandwich, very moist and flavorful meatballs. The bread was so fresh too. It's very small shop so takeout worked out perfectly for us. Service was fast and friendly. Parking was bit tricky as we had to look for street parking. Enjoy! Recommend!!

    Window stool seating by entrance
    Vi T.

    Everything I tried so far on their dinner menu has been delicious and made with good ingredients. The chef, Javier created a menu with dishes that all seem to have a good flavor profile and harmonious mix. After speaking to the waitress, I discovered this restaurant is a sister restaurant to Wood Tavern (another fantastic restaurant), or at least currently owned by the same person. What I ordered: the liver pate crostini, the grilled persimmon and buratta crostini, and the seared ahi tuna salad. Liver pate had a mousse pate texture and the brandied cherries on top rounded out the flavor and texture nicely. The grilled persimmon and burrata cheese crostini was delicious! It also included chiffonade basil slivers, chopped pistachio nuts, pomegranate seeds, and frise salad on top - which gave it a really fantastic mix of flavors and textures in every bite. The seared ahi tuna salad was also exceptionally good, with multilayered flavors mixed together in a very complimentary way. It had grilled fennel, thin slices of garlic cloves, avocado, corn, green beans, pickled sweet peppers, perfectly seared ahi tuna slices on a bed of mixed greens - all tossed in a savory calabrian chile vinaigrette. Prices are on par with the type of venue this is for the dishes they serve, and the portion sizes are robust. Wish I had room for more, to try some other menu items! Will definitely be back the next time I am in the neighborhood.

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    Great meatball subs! I always get them but I would love to try other things on the menu I'll definitely be returning soon

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    What a local gem! I've gone several times for lunch and dinner and it never disappoints... great food, fun casual vibe and awesome service!

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    The meatballs in the sub were lukewarm which was disappointing. The service was also mid but I would give this place another try.

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    We went to Gather on Sunday 6/7/2026 for my aunt's belated birthday dinner. Since my mom made a…read morereservation in advance, we were seated right away. For our drinks, I had the Moonlight Blossom, my aunt had a glass of red wine, and my mom had a cucumber mint spritzer (mocktail as she was the DD). The moonlight blossom tasted similar to cherry limeade. The entrees we had were the mussels, veggie burger, and the chef's market pizza. The mussels themselves were tasty and appreciated that they were able to leave out the chorizo. However, I wish that they brought a spoon and there was more broth. I tried some of my mom's veggie burger and the red color from the beets made it stand out from the usual veggie burger. The fries tasted homemade. I had a slice of the pizza and while I like the ingredients themselves, the combination just didn't do it for me. The crust was good though! We also shared a green goddess salad, which was tasty. The desserts looked amazing but we had no room! Service was friendly and our waitress made good recommendations. Can park on the side streets or the garage. Restaurant was not noisy. Would come back to try other items, especially dessert.

    My friend and I were looking for some healthy options and after a quick Yelp search we found this…read morerestaurant. Once we arrived, we were able to find a street parking spot! There was no wait time and we were able to get a table. The server was very sweet. I am vegetarian and was looking for veg options. She went through the menu with me and helped me think through. I got the vegan spicy tomato pizza and my friend got the shakshouka. We also got some herbal tea to go on the side. The tea came out pretty quickly and tasted great. The food also came out pretty quickly. The presentation of the pizza was top notch and I could not wait to dig in. The portion size was adequate. The vegan cheese was yummy and the spice level of the pizza was just right. The pizza was packed with flavor and thin crust! My friend liked the shakshouka too. He said it was flavorful and tasted great! Over all, we loved this restaurant. The ambiance is very welcoming and they have farm to table concept. If you are looking for a nice restaurant with farm to table theme, look no further!

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    Belly has become one of my favorite spots in Oakland, and for some great reasons. The food is…read moreconsistently yummy. Their salads are a standout, especially with the ability to customize your protein. Their fusion twists on burritos, bowls, burgers, and spaghetti are right up my alley. Their drinks and mocktails are a nice touch too. But what really keeps me coming back every Tuesday is Mahjong Night. Alice and the staff have built something genuinely special here; a warm, welcoming community where regulars and newcomers mix easily over tiles and great food. The energy in the room is wonderful, and you can tell the whole team actually cares about the experience they're creating. If you're looking for a neighborhood restaurant with delicious food and real heart, Belly is it. Highly recommend coming for a meal, and even more so for Mahjong Night if that's your thing.

    Went here with visiting family this evening. The menu was full of intriguing combinations, and I…read morehad a hard time choosing among them. We got an order of tater tots for the table, which were wonderful with Japanese flavors. I had the two taco plate with steak and eggs. My only problem with the dish was that the tortillas couldn't handle the weight and moisture of the filling and fell apart. The flavors were very nice and I enjoyed the dish very much. My family also enjoyed their meals, most notably my nephew's miso brown butter noodles. Service was very prompt and efficient. The vibe of the place was easygoing and colorful but not fussy or frilly. And the food is reasonably priced as well. There is a lot of wonderful food in this Oakland neighborhood, and I'm not here very often, so it may be a while before I get back to this spot. But I think anyone who enjoys innovative fusion combinations will enjoy this casual eatery. Give it a try!

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