Great food , ambiance , friendly staff! On a great EBay city Piedmont Ave. great menu read more

The Wolf was Fantastic. My guest and I went for lunch and we both loved the entire experience. The food was amazing, and the service was impeccable. We decided to split the Little Gem salad($14) with the brokaw avocado(+$3). When it was set in front of me, I was immediately drawn in by the fresh aroma of the dill and sweet lemon. The cipollini dressing tied everything together beautifully. The flavors were bright and fresh and delicious. The pan fried rock cod sandwich($23) was amazing. The cod was tender and perfectly cooked with a golden brown crust. The crispy shaved lettuce was combined with pepperoncini, green onions and were mixed together with a tangy remoulade-which balanced beautifully with the crusted cod and the soft acme roll. My guest had the burger and fries($28) cooked medium rare. The burger had a delicious slightly charred outer crust while staying juicy and pink on the inside. The Russian dressing added to the juiciness and was a perfect combination with the aged white cheddar cheese and soft sesame seed bun. The waiters at The Wolf were professional, friendly, and highly attentive. They were spot on with everything to ensure we had the perfect dining experience. The Wolf is definitely a Bay Area gem. I highly recommend this amazing restaurant for special occasions or for just a really delicious meal in a beautiful setting. read more

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I ordered Octopus, Pork Chop, Duck Breast, Halibut, and Brussel Sprouts with a drinks. I made a reservation for my birthday to celebrate with family. I honestly looked forward to eating here since it was on the Michelin guide and read some great reviews here on yelp. Even though I was excited to visit, after dining here, my expectations came out to a disappointment. For a table of 4 we were left unsatisfied and a little hungry after losing our appetite. 3/5 of what's ordered was a bust. The menu prices were a medium-high, especially for entree, I had higher expectations which I don't mind paying for, but the food wasn't convincing enough that the price was an afterthought. I couldn't justify what I was paying for after eating. Plating is beautiful but for over $39 of entree you would have expected at least some starch and maybe a few or more pieces of fibrous greens. For the price of the duck breast and pork chop that was mid, it would have been better buying a whole roast duck and crispy pork at a chinese roastery for a third of the price. Food: Octopus was good 4/5 I'd definitely recommend grabbing it as your starter. It was very tender and I enjoyed the flavors. Wish there was more. Brussel Sprouts 1/5 I don't recommend. It was overly cooked to the point the texture inside was mushy and the outside was burnt to the point it was very bitter. The sauce/dressing for it was delicious but that wasn't enough to help so we sent it back. Halibut 4/5 Best entree I'd recommend. It was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious for it. Pork Chop 1.5/5 The sauce was good but the taste reminds me of a vinaigrette salad dressing. I did wish there was more flavor from the pork but it was fine. The meat was nice and tender. Unfortunately the pork bone was still rare on the inside, otherwise it would've gotten a higher score. Duck Breast 2/5 I'm not sure if the chef intentionally cooked the duck breast to be that rare but I fully expected a nice medium from the photos I've seen from the reviews. We weren't a fan and left it half eaten (mostly the medium pink parts). The duck wasn't tender and very chewy. Skin wasn't crispy or rendered enough and was more rubbery, flabby and a thick texture. It was very unfortunate because the sauce was very delicious. Dessert 4/5 Although we didn't finish the pork or duck entree and asked for the check, I didn't expect it but I really appreciated the surprised complimentary dessert. The ice cream birthday cake was good but because I had lost my appetite, we didn't finish it and decided to leave after a couple bites. Service 5/5 Staff were very friendly and accommodating. I accidentally reserved for a table of 2 instead of 4 and fortunately the host was cool about it and we were lucky enough to have extra seating available. Water was consistently refilled without being asked. We were checked on regularly but not to the point we were constantly hovered over. Table was cleaned with our plates and utensils changed after each meal which was nice. Ambience It's cute and cozy. The outside dining is nice for a warm day. The bar area is nice. Drinks were good. I would come back just to hang out at the bar. read more

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So, my friend and I go to Piedmont Springs every year for her birthday. We then eat dinner in the area and have for years. Last year, we tried to have dinner at The Wolf and were told we did not need reservations but the could not accommodate our party because they were full. The host was very rude and dismissive. We still wanted to try the food, though. This year, we came early and once again asked if we needed reservations and were told no. We explained we would be sitting for an early nosh and then transition into dinner. We were told no worries. When our other friend arrived, the same host from last year told us that we could not stay for dinner because they needed the table. HUH! I thought I was in the twilight zone! However, the bright spots were the server, David H., who was attentive and so kind. The lady who brought our nosh to our table, whose name I neglected to obtain, was a lovely young lady who brought out the food and drinks quickly and efficiently. At this point, if I see that rude, entitled, self-serving, stuck up host-I will not be back. read more

It was that time again for my weekly solo date night and I have had The Wolf in my bookmarks for a bit. Arrived at around 7pm w/o a reservation and had to wait for roughly 40 minutes which wasn't too bad. Lucky for me there is a little bar down the street and I had a little drinky drink. When I got the call from The Wolf, I finished up and rushed over. I was sat at my favorite place in a restaurant...The bar. Its my favorite spot to people watch. OK drinks! I so I had the Coming to the Cottage. First off, the drink itself is so pretty. I love a drink in an unconventional color. It was delicious too. To start, I had the little Gem Salad. It was so good, but i'm super biased. This one had dill, radish and a yummy dressing. Super solid. For my main, I had the duck and it was so yummy. It came in a great sauce and cooked perfectly medium rare. Super fun time over at The Wolf! I totally understand the hype of this place. Great food and great service. read more

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What a time was had! Visited here for the first time with a good friend, sat at the bar, and enjoyed ourselves. The servers were extremely nice, funny, and made excellent recommendations. The fries were piping hot, seasoned to perfection and delicious! I can't remember the name of the drink I had, but I asked for something sweet, refreshing, and boy, did it deliver! I do know that it had lavender in it, but other than that, I can't remember the name. But anyways, I would absolutely return and I look forward to the next catch up! read more

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Given that we used to live a block and a half away, the Wolf became more than just a "sometimes" restaurant; it became our "Cheers." It's our first instinct for a bad day, a celebration day, an outing with friends, showing visitors our neighborhood, and saying hi to our favorite waiter. My last review of the Wolf was written a handful of years ago, during the vegetarian decades of my life. In the years since, I've expanded my diet and tried many, many more of their excellent dishes (even when our entire party orders a steak). Thank you, Wolf staff, for always making our neighborhood night out memorable. read more

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I came to The Wolf with a group of eight for a celebration dinner on a Friday night, and overall it was a really enjoyable night. We had reservations, but I arrived a little early so I grabbed a seat at the bar while waiting for the rest of my party. The bar area has a great vibe--lively and energetic--and it's a good option if you can snag a seat and don't have a reservation or want something a little more relaxed. The guy sitting next to me already had a drink, so I asked him what he was having. He told me it was the Kia Ora, a tequila-based cocktail, and said it was really good. It also happened to be the bartender's favorite, so it was getting great reviews all around. I decided to give it a try and I'm glad I did--it was delicious. Not too sweet and really refreshing. The Wolf was definitely busy that night, so I was glad we had made a reservation, especially for a group our size. Once everyone arrived, we were seated at a big round table, which made it nice and easy to talk with everyone. I ordered another drink with dinner, this time the Amante, which is mezcal-based and supposed to have a spicy kick. It was also very good, though I personally didn't taste much of the spice. The service was good and everyone was friendly, though I do wish things had moved a little faster. I know that with a group of eight it can take some time, but we didn't get our food until around 9:15--about 45 minutes after we ordered--and by that point I was definitely hungry. When the food did arrive, it was worth the wait. I ordered the hamburger, which was excellent, and the fries were crispy and perfectly fried. Everyone else in the group seemed really happy with their meals too--though I'll admit I was a little too focused on eating my burger to keep track of what everyone else ordered. Overall, The Wolf is a great spot with a fun atmosphere and really solid food and drinks. I'd definitely recommend it for a date night or a group dinner. read more

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Our friends said they loved this spot from two years ago and wanted to check it out again. It did not disappoint. Everything we ordered was so delicious. You cannot go wrong with their menu. Our table got the oysters, roasted beets, French fries, Brussels sprouts, and sourdough bread (comes with a delectable dipping sauce/oil). For dinner, two got halibut, one burger, and I got the fried rice. Everyone's dishes were wiped clean! The pacing of the restaurant makes you really enjoy your dinner, the company, and the energy. They bring new plates and silverware to you at each course, which is a nice touch. The waiter, I wish I got this name was fantastic. You could tell he loves hospitality. So kind, explained the menu, gave recommendations and made the whole experience lovely. The service was phenomenal. For dessert we got the chocolate cake, mango cake, and the mint ice cream. Everything was so good. I look forward to dining here again! We only got pictures of the dessert! read more

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Came here for Valentine's Day dinner. I like their take on duck liver pate and octopus leg. A good changeup from how they're usually served especially the fried octopus leg. The Cornish game hen was a bit too salty for me though, but wouldn't say it was a deal breaker. The food alone was 4.5/5 for me. The plating and flavors are both great. The service was pretty okay - they may have picked it up after seeing I was on Yelp (maybe it's in my head lol). The price tag is a bit on the steep side. Overall, giving this a solid 4*. read more

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My friend and I came for a girls dinner and the experience was great! We were sat in the front covered patio, which was very nice and toasty, even on a chilly night. We brought our own bottle of wine and ordered: *Duck liver mouse - amazingly yummy *Octopus - delicious, and perfectly cooked *Papardelle - I loved this, my friend was only ok on it. *Duck - I'll never say no to duck! *Baked Alaska dessert - this was delicious and unique! The service was perfectly attentive, the place was lovely, and the food is great! read more

Came here for a friends birthday and enjoyed everything we tried. Although we didn't get to sit inside the restaurant, they still had a nice patio area that felt like we were inside. The star of the show for me was the risotto. From the presentation to the taste, it was absolutely delicious. We shared the bread, oysters, Spanish octopus, and Brussels sprouts for appetizers. As a seafood lover, I loved how fresh oysters tasted, as well as the octopus. Definitely a spot to check out if you're looking for an upscale vibe and amazing food. read more

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Vibe: 3.5/5 Service: 5/5 Food: 3/5 Drinks: n/a Value: 3.5/5 First off, shout out to the wonderful hostess and our waiter, Eric. They were trully the highlight of the night. Unfortunately, the food was quite disappointing. Duck liver pate (3.5/5): It had a mousse-like texture and good flavor, without minerality, which I liked. The green peppercorn added a lovely crunch and worked quite well with the mousse. BUT, the parsley garnish and its flavor were overwhelming. It could have benefited from a bit of sweetness. It was fine, but nothing worth going out of your way for. Wild boar pappardelle (2.5): Every single review was raving about this dish, and the pasta was beautifully cooked. However, my dish seemed to have some other meat (my guess is chicken because it was light) mixed in with the boar pieces. The boar was quite dry. The sauce had zero flavor and lacked salt. The only few good bites were those that had some of the pecorino on them. I didn't finish it. My husband's burger and fries also lacked salt. Maybe we came on an off night, but it was definitely not the culinary experience we're used to from The Wolf. read more

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A very nice lunch with a good friend. The ambiance is perfect: lots of wood and good light. The food was excellent. I had the pastrami sandwich and she the quiche, and we split the octopus appetizer, which was great. My two quibbles, which kept me from giving five stars: 1) Service was a little too eager to take our plates, Let us talk! We're not hogging the table (I don't think). 2) The cream in my coffee was slightly curdled. At this price point, these things matter. Will it stop me from returning? I doubt it. read more

I popped in here just to have a drink. I tried their French 75 and asked for St. George Gin. It was delicious! As I'm now on a low carb diet it's tricky finding things to eat when I'm out and about. Not so here. I ordered the duck pate and they substituted the toast for endive. Spectacular! I paired it with a glass of their Laurent-Perrier Brut. Heaven. The pate is almost as good as foie gras. Could be my new hang out! read more

The Wolf - Duck pate with endive - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

this spot has the best mint chocolate chip ice cream i've ever had. food is also good but highly rec the ice cream

The last time we ate here was probably two decades ago when the restaurant was still called Bay Wolf. We had any early dinner reservation at 5:30pm and it was quite easy to find street parking within a block of the restaurant right on Piedmont Ave, though by 6pm, most of the empty spots had been taken so leave yourself time to find a spot and walk (if needed). We found the ambiance quite casual and relaxed. There was definitely a buzz in the place, especially as it filled up for dinner service, but it was never so loud that we couldn't hold a conversation. I really enjoyed the laid back atmosphere, which was a great way to unwind after a long day working. Our server was fantastic - knowledgeable about the menu, he was efficient and courteous even while juggling 6-8 tables. He was awesome with the wine service as well - bringing us extra glasses and always checking if we wanted another splash. I'm used to servers that open bottles and then are never seen again but that wasn't the case here at all. Overall, the food was excellent. We enjoyed some dishes more than others, but everything was well-executed and really showcased the fresh ingredients sourced by the restaurant. We started with the duck liver pate toast and the Spanish octopus. The pate was delicious, but quite a large portion for two people. I'd highly recommend splitting this between four people as it's quite heavy and contains quite a lot of bread. The octopus was incredible - we both commented that this was the most tender octopus we've ever had and we really enjoyed the slight crisp batter on the outside and the fried chickpeas, which offered some textural contrast. I had the branzino as my main and my wife had the pork chop. I have to say, 95% of the time when I get fish, the skin isn't crisp or doesn't stay crisp by the time the plate comes out, but that absolutely wasn't the case here. The skin was super crisp without overcooking any of the flesh - absolutely perfectly cooked. The quinoa was swimming in a bit too much olive oil for my liking though. The pork chop was perfectly cooked. If you're not a fan of medium pork, you might want to mention this when you order because they didn't ask for the temp for us. The chop was so juicy, flavorful, and tender. If I had one minor complaint, I would've liked slightly better trimming to remove some of the larger chunks of fat, but totally recognize that some people love this. To end the meal, we shared the peach hand pies. The crust was so delicate, buttery, and flaky - you could wrap anything in this pastry and it would be delicious. The wine list is pretty good. They have about 40-45 labels of all different varietals, styles, and price points. The less expensive bottles (under $60/bottle) all had pretty large markups, easily 2.5x+ wholesale cost of the bottle, but this is fairly standard practice these days. Overall, we had a very enjoyable dinner. Excellent food and service, wonderfully relaxing ambiance, and great wine! What's not to like? read more

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I had a lovely dinner here! The service was attentive (our water glasses were kept full), and the whole restaurant felt classy without feeling oppressive. And the food and drinks were great! Here are the details: I'm once again thrilled to report that I encountered a wonderful non-alcoholic cocktail menu. Feeling bold, I ordered the thyme after thyme. This drink was delicious and refreshing and not at all soapy (which sometimes happens with astringent herbal flavors). In fact, this drink was so wonderful that my boyfriend switched drinks with me! He ordered the aperitif spritz, which I also loved because it was so full of bitters. This spritz tasted like all the best bitter elements of a fresh cut grapefruit. It was fun to nurse this drink all through my meal. For appetizers, we got the popover and the duck liver pâté toast. The popover was perfect and the boyfriend and I playfully argued over every last crumb. The pâté was tragically disappointing. Sure, it was absolutely beautiful coming out, but the only thing you could taste on the toast was the peppery chutney drowning the pâté. I don't actually like duck liver and thought the toast wasn't so bad, but the boyfriend who LOVES pâté did not care for this dish at all. The entrees were roaring successes, however! I love duck confit and will order it given half a chance. This was a great duck confit: the meat fell easily off the bone, the tartness of the stone fruit balanced the natural savoriness of the duck. The cornbread soaked up all the juice on the plate. It was a perfect dish. The pork chop was also wonderful! I love a pork chop with a sweet sauce and still this pork chop exceeded my expectations. The flavors were totally on point. Perhaps the pork chop was a smidge on the dry side, but it was almost impossible to tell underneath the figs and sauce. read more

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I don't have time for an in-depth review, but everything from food and drank to service to ambiance was GREAT! Never had octopus so perfect...I can't consider having it anywhere else now. read more

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We enjoyed a delicious lunch. An interesting menu, good food and great service. The quiche was the fluffiest I have eaten; I thought I was eating a soufflé. And the dessert was sophisticated, nutty, salty-sweet; complex. We were both very satisfied with each of our meal. read more

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I recently had dinner at The Wolf on Piedmont Avenue, with my aunt and cousins - it had been a long time since we all had the chance to meet up, so it was definitely a celebratory dinner of sorts . The restaurant definitely strikes a good balance between upscale and approachable/relaxed dining. The décor is a very elegant, elevated California style and it was a busy but intimate ambiance. The food was ALL delicious. We started off with the oysters on half shell , house made buttered naan bread & a beautifully composed cheddar and black pepper popover. The short rib sugo rigatoni, which I had for my entree was cooked perfectly; it was tender short rib, and a beautifully subtly flavourful sherry porcini sauce. The cocktails we had were all well-balanced and creative - I recommend the Kiss from a Rose. Overall the service was good and our server was attentive for most of the evening, although there were two big tables and we were told that the kitchen was super busy and our food would take longer than usual. This certainly didn't take from (or ruin) the experience - but it is something to consider if you're in a rush or are tight on time. It's not pushing culinary boundaries per se, but if you're looking for a reliable, elevated neighborhood spot for a date night or small celebration, The Wolf delivers. I'd definitely go back again to try more of the menu. read more

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I almost kept walking. The exterior gives you permission to be intimidated. Murals, iron lattice doors, a blue curtain instead of a proper entrance like formality was never really under consideration. I went in anyway and I'm glad I did because The Wolf turned out to be exactly the kind of place that makes you feel like an idiot for almost not going in. You know that person at a dinner party who's so well dressed and so quietly confident that you assume they're going to be insufferable until you actually talk to them and realize they're the funniest, warmest, most genuinely interested-in-you person in the room? The one who ribs the host with exactly the right amount of tongue-in-cheek slyness and somehow makes everyone feel more at ease just by being themselves? That's The Wolf. I figured that out about halfway through my meal, and when I did, I could not stop smiling. Walking in felt less like entering a restaurant and more like being welcomed into someone's home. The staff moved with that easy friendliness that can't be trained (it either exists in a place or it doesn't). The kitchen is open and I kept glancing over at the team working in this calm, collected rhythm. It wasn't chaos or tension, really just people who clearly trusted each other. That kind of quiet confidence in the back of house has a way of traveling all the way to your table. Happy hour oysters on what I believe was rock salt (or crushed ice? Honestly I was distracted) arranged around a center ramekin packed with frozen mignonette (someone in that kitchen has very specific opinions about temperature and they're right). The guy who brought them out stopped to let me know they do it a little different here, explained the whole crushed ice situation with genuine enthusiasm, and I stared at him completely blankly until he slowly backed away. I'm not proud of it. The oysters were transcendent and he was absolutely right and I hope he knows that. The duck liver pâté arrived with these small honeyed biscuits and a citrus marmalade that shouldn't work as a combo and completely does. The pâté was rich and smooth and more nuanced than it had any obligation to be. The biscuits I had to actively stop myself from demolishing immediately. Together with the citrusy marmalade thing that cuts through the fat with this bright, jammy sweetness, that plate alone is worth the visit! The burger arrived and it was a good burger. Genuinely smoky, maybe aggressively so depending on your constitution, with an aioli that was competent but honestly the least interesting thing on the plate. By that point in the meal I had been so thoroughly charmed that I'm not sure anything could've fully competed. But here's what I keep thinking about... despite being a beautifully composed, thoughtfully plated thing, that burger felt like it was winking at me. Like it was daring me to pick it up with both hands and just go for it. All that refinement and elegant presentation and underneath it something was saying "don't be precious about this, just eat." I appreciate that more than I can explain. They served my Diet Coke with a lime garnish. I know that sounds like a small thing. It isn't. It means nobody here is phoning anything in. Not the kitchen. Not the bar. Not the person who restocked limes that morning. When a place sweats the details that nobody might notice if they skipped them, you notice everything else differently. The Wolf is really not trying to impress you. It is just trying to make you happy. And just like that person at the dinner party; once you relax into the moment, you never want to leave. read more

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Love, love, love! The Wolf is the perfect spot to celebrate a milestone, or if you're looking for an intimate environment. I came with my partner to celebrate our 3 year anniversary and we sat on the patio; the windows are sliding panes depending on the temperature but they also have outdoor heaters on the ceiling. For appetizers, we had the Spanish octopus which was cooked perfectly with a light char topped on a bed of crispy chickpeas and a yogurt sauce. We also had the duck liver pate toast which I don't think it's for me, but I know it's a fan favorite. My partner had the burger which he raved about. I stole a few pieces of his fries with their house made aioli which was so yummy. I had the Manila clam spaghetti and the pasta was cooked Al dente and the sauce was extremely flavorful. Afterwards, we opted out of dessert because we were too full but our server surprised us with a small dessert which was extremely rich and delicious. It was such a sweet gesture, we can't wait to come back! read more

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Went on a weekday, found parking right away. Service was A+, drinks were delicious and the food was very nice. There house made ice cream was to die for. The whole place had a nice vibe. read more

All the food I ate was solid. Came here in a Tuesday Evening around 8:30pm and there were still many people in the restaurant. We started off with the octopus over chickpeas and hummus. The octopus had a nice a bite and the creamy hummus paired well with the octopus. The steak was perfectly seared and very tender. I loved their sauce! The service was also very attentive and made sure our water was never empty. read more

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This is a good lunch spot if you want to treat yourself in between your shifts. The pasta is very fresh and handmade. The fries to me are the star!! Very crispy and comes piping hot with sprinkling of salt with decent portion size. It gets pretty busy during lunch but you can still get a spot without much of a wait. My only gripe is the service can be really slow. Both times I went as a party of one during a weekday lunch it took them about 5-10 mins for someone to bring me water. Then a few more minutes to take my order then after waiting maybe 10-15 for my food it took another 5 -10 for them to get the check after I asked for it. That's look up much of my lunchtime and I had to rush back. Therefore I subtract one star. read more

Celebrated my MIL's birthday having dinner here it was her choice. They were busy at 5:30 when we arrived for our reservation but were seated quickly. It did take about 10 minutes to order drinks but after that the service was as it is expected to be at a restaurant like this fast and frequent. The menu had a nice selection of meats like beef, pork, chicken and fish. We ordered 1 of each and were happy with our meals. What they didn't have was vegan choices. They only had a fresh pasta option which is made with eggs and a flatbread which is what my FIL ended up ordering because he didn't want to eat a salad. Casual vibe with muted decor. read more

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Such a great experience and food! The place is beautiful and very clean. The staff is exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable about their food. Highly recommended for lunch or dinner. read more

The Wolf - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

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If I'm curt with you it's because time is a factor. I think fast, I talk fast and I need you guys to act fast if you wanna get out of this. So, pretty please... with sugar on top. Clean the fucking car -- The Wolf, "Pulp Fiction" My car is definitely not clean. And time was not a factor here because last night I thoroughly enjoyed a 3 hour dinner of five with architects and a principal from Equity Residential. What a cool restaurant, with genuine service and outstanding food. And after having dinner at Commis 6 months ago, I can honestly say Piedmont Ave rocks as a Bay Area foodie destination. Everything was excellent: Octopus, Oysters, Duck confit, naan, wagyu steak, veggie polenta, pork chop. Shareable plates and the wine list is interesting with reasonable prices. I brought a Cabernet and we started with a very good Italian white wine off the list. There are other excellent choices as well. Parking is street and felt safe in the evening. Wish I had come to The Wolf sooner. Someone else paid last night but I would happily pay myself to have dinner here. Highly recommended!!! read more

Love everything they cook. Never had a bad meal here through the years. The special corn chowder soup is outstanding. The burgers are the best. Grilled octopus and fish sandwich are both very satisfying. Etc... read more

Amazing dining experience from start to finish! Our waiter was fantastic, knowledgeable and friendly. Just the right level of attention. The restaurant was lively and had great energy on a Friday night. The area around the bar was a bit louder than the room off the side. The food was hands down 10/10. Every single dish, which hardly ever happens. Really interesting flavors and twists for each dish. Unexpected in the best way! read more

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It was a party of 3 for dinner at The Wolf. Birthday season is in full effect. The honoree chose this restaurant and a good choice I will add It is always great eating great food and celebrating each other. There was a great mix of food ordered. I always order the burger if there's one on the menu. The birthday girl ordered the seafood stew and we had appetizers and wonderful drinks. The service and server were on point. Dessert was a scrumptious homemade ice cream sandwich. Amazing way to end the night. read more

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The Wolf's hot pressed pastrami sandwich is literally to die for! I mean the perfect about of pastrami, mustard, house-made sauerkraut, Gruyère cheese with Dijon mustard on New York rye bread, grilled to perfection. Completely legendary and absolutely kicks Wood Tavern's pastrami sandwich's ass. If you know, you know! I also would recommend the pan fried rock cod sandwich for a lighter option. Very delicious as well. This is the second time I've eaten at, The Wolf and I need to add this restaurant to my monthly rotation as the customer service was perfect. I stopped by on a weekday afternoon and walked in with no reservations and they were booked solid but they were able to accommodate us with very little wait at a table near the bar. The bar has plenty of space to dine at if there are no reservations available and are open seating. Only downside is parking can be challenging because this restaurant is located in the popular Piedmont Neighbourhood of Oakland. They are near Kaiser Permanente and so a lot of people take up the street parking and there isn't a lot of street parking right in front of the restaurant. There is a small parking lot a block away that they share with another Mexican restaurant, Dona. But don't let the parking situation deter you from trying this delicious restaurant. Perfect for date night, happy hour and especially lunch since they have several yummy sandwiches to choose from. read more

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Worst service I've had in many years Id give the food 4 starts or a bit more, ambiance is nice too. But the server was rude (before I sat down at restaurant - asked if they could substitute sourdough for rye bread). Stated yes of course. When I ordered the server said it's not possible, but I asked if she could check with the kitchen afterwards she confirmed they could. No big deal. Except after that she didn't check on us for drinks or anything else. When she walked to other tables she didn't even look our direction. I asked for a drink refill, saw her give 5 other tables a drink. Eventually I just asked for my check and the refill came after I had paid and someone else brought the drink vs my server I get it - maybe at this restaurant a busboy or someone else brings drinks. But as a server, you should make sure your customer has a drink while they're eating. And ideally not be rude. It's the kind of experience that changes the energy of the day, and it's sad when someone is rude to a customer when they themselves were polite. It was really surprising and awkward, I just wanted to leave. I felt like giving a 10% tip, but I gave ~ 15% anyway. read more

Excellent experience on my 22nd anniversary! Made a dinner reservation a week or so in advance to ensure I'd be seated indoors however, upon arrival, host attempted to seat us near heat lamps on the busy patio (outside portion) of the restaurant which I tend to enjoy on hot summer nights. As I'm always cold, and made reservation, I again requested to be indoors and was subsequently and graciously seated to the room on the right if your facing the host stand, where there were no other diners. Amazingly, we literally had our own private dining room for the duration of our meal , which was perfect for great conversation and enjoyment of food without interruption, and, thankfully, we're not forgotten by the waiter!!! I couldn't have asked for better ambiance or dining experience! The menu was also heavy on vegetarian options unlike other occasions during my birthday there was a risotto dish that was vegetarian, which is what made me fall in love with the restaurant many years ago and although different than the rainbow carrot risotto that I first had and have longed for, it was a very good saffron risotto dish with charred, cabbage, trumpet mushrooms, sambal and Parmesan. We also started with the star root Farms little gems salad, served with croutons, finally diced herbs and a Cipollini onion dressing. For our main courses, my partner had the hamburger with fries and aïoli his go to at the restaurant and I had the vegetarian pasta which I'd longed for as an option during some of my previous birthday dinners at The Wolf. This was a creamy mushroom, al dente bucatini pasta , trumpet mushrooms, sherry, porcini, cream sauce, and Parmesan. We also had a mocktini not the one I'd ordered, but hibiscus was served and it was delicious nonetheless. By dessert we were stuffed so we took home a chocolate cake of some sorts. Didn't save the menu or take a picture so I can't quite describe it, but it was excellent as we are not dessert orders typically it was not disappointing whatsoever. Overall, the Wolffe is a tri and true East Bay establishment with a menu that seems to be ever more vegetarian option, friendly, and one that so long as it remains vegetarian option friendly an establishment that I will continue to go back to for years to come. read more

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Came in on a weekday for lunch with 3 other women, the restaurant was nearly empty--when we said we didn't have a reservation the hostess told us all tables were spoken for. She clearly had an issue with us from the beginning, as she gave us a very disapproving look upon entry. We can only surmise that she disapproved of our union activity and anti-ICE stance, as we were wearing union shirts and one of our (small) signs said "fund healthcare not ICE." read more

This place is great for dates. This place is great for friends. This place is great for happy hour. Highly recommend the burger! Good customer service and I enjoy recommending this place to others. read more

The Wolf: Drinks: fantastic chard and mixed cocktail (5/5) Food: pate toast, umami bucatini, smoked steelhead salad, fries, cod sando (5/5) Service: Dan = awesomely attentive (5/5). Ambience: new bay with an homage to old bay leanings (5/5) Went with friends everyone enjoyed everything very much. I struggle to see how people review Wolf as a four star restaurant, and not a 4 1/2 star restaurant here on Yelp. A Great epicurean experience: accessible, friendly, stellar food with good consistency (quality and presentation) across multiple offerings (both food and beverages). Head on over, Wolf does not disappoint! read more

whole rotisserie chicken is beautifully savory, wonderfully tender, and makes for a fantastic lean, protein-packed main course.

This place is hands down superb! I cannot believe the explosion of flavors. Only managed to get a couple of pics of these delicacies! Jo was very attentive and great with wine recommendations. I will definitely come back when I visit again. I'd love to sit at the short bar that faces the kitchen. Thank you for such a wonderful meal! read more

The Wolf - This flatbread with labne was so good! The picture does not do it justice - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

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