I had a very strange work lunch at the Wolf recently. I don't know how else to describe our server except that she came across as really patronizing and borderline hostile. She tried to talk several people out of ordering what they wanted, as if she knew better than they did. She looked visibly irritated when one person moved their chair to the end table so he could hear the conversation better (it was already at our table and not in anyone's way). She basically forced my colleague to take the rest of her food home in a box that she didn't finish because she didn't like it. When one of my other colleagues asked for a box for the rest of her meal, the server picked the plate up and then put someone else's dirty utensils on top of it!! WTF? The menu is very meat-heavy and since I don't eat meat, I ordered the fried cod sandwich. But they were out of it. So I reluctantly ordered the grilled cheese. It tasted fine but it was so greasy and heavy that I felt nauseous for the rest of the day. After we walked out, every single person commented about how uncomfortable the server made them feel. I have never experienced anything like that. The brussels sprouts are off the charts good and are the only reason for the star. read more

The gastronomic experience was genuinely exceptional, on par with the outstanding service. The atmosphere was delightful, radiating a warm and inviting vibe. Every aspect of the dining experience was worth savoring and relishing, making it an unforgettable experience. read more

I have been wanting to go and was so happy to have such a great experience! The food was excellent and the service could not have been more lovely! read more

Dining at it's finest! We so love the food! The ambiance is very nice and the dinner service is awesome! Chris (he's the one who looks like Gregory Hines) served us well! Chef Yang @yangpeng was very nice and gave us the first dibs on the very good Duck Confit this is my #1 choice!!! If you want to have an awesome dinner in the heart of the Bay Area, you better try THE WOLF OAKLAND! It's worth the trip! Awesome food! Superb service! Great Ambiance! Friendly Staff! Check it out!j read more

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The food was exceptional, service was top notch, and Ambiance was fresh. Just ate there yesterday night. Had the popover, fried green tomatoes & halloumi, octupus, Stone fruit salad, panko crusted halibut, and duck leg. The highlights were the stone fruit salad and halibut. For dessert we had the popcorn ice cream, also delicious. Would definitely recommend and revisit. read more

Cute place- happily found us a table despite being quite late to our original reservation. The food and menu were simple, but definitely really fresh. I recommend the naan and mushroom risotto. To note, there are limited vegetarian options, but in comparison to the size of the menu, it's quite a lot. Didn't get to try the drinks, but I would like to next time! read more

Me gusta el lugar, pero un poco limitado. Lunch menu, chose the roast beef sandwich. My plate came with potatoe chips; good sandwich, bad side, too salty. Maybe a salad-green, potatoe, macaroni would have been better? Great service, airy corner table, street parking, reservation. read more

Party of 4 for brunch at The Wolf and our experience was fantastic. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. The restaurant honored a gift certificate that was given to me by a client a few years. I love, love that the gift certificates NEVER expire. Thank you!!! We will be back. read more

Warning - do NOT go here! If I could give 0 stars, I would. My group's entire experience at this restaurant was appalling the moment we walked in. When we asked to be seated for a party of 6 the host looked us up and down and said they would see what they could do even though there were several open tables. Then he claimed that they don't usually seat parties of 6 without a reservation, but happened to have a table - once again the restaurant was half empty with plenty of seating. Once we were finally seated it took over 20 minutes to get a server's attention to place an order. On top of that, the server would only allow us to place drink orders first and would not take any food orders, including appetizers. He then took another 20 minutes to come back to take a food order. I was shocked at how rude the staff was and how incredibly slow the service was. If that wasn't bad enough, the food was bland and horribly overpriced. To finish off this terrible experience, they added an automatic 20% gratuity to the bill because we were a large party. This explains why the service was so bad. read more

My Mom & I thoroughly enjoyed our first visit during Sunday brunch hours. Nick, our host, was so warm, welcoming & accommodating, and the food was delicious; my Mom loved the grilled bacon skewer & garlic fried rice and I thoroughly enjoyed the spanish octopus w/ crispy chickpeas. We shared the kouign-amann gift, which was an experience all on its own. The tranquil atmosphere with the gentle breeze flowing through the patio area (& conveniently located ceiling heater!) made the ambiance the icing on the "experience cake". 10/10 read more

HOLY YUMMMM!!!!! Dining at The Wolf felt like a religious experience. You walk into a house-like restaurant that beautifully blends the varied styles of a beach front Hampton-style cafe, a sports bar, and a bed and breakfast all in one place! The wall art isn't a big draw, but the rustic wood and privacy windows make it an intimate experience. Regarding the food, let me just warn y'all NOT to wear lipstick! We could feel the food all over our faces, but we didn't care because we were always going in for another bite anyway! We ordered the bright, herbal, onion-forward, perfectly salted Braised Bulgogi Pork & Polenta with warm Cilantro Salsa that fills your soul; the Shakshuka w Grilled Levain & Herbs that makes you feel like you're on vacation while you eat; and, the spicy, warm, comforting yet peppery French Apple Cake & honey-melting Fresh Mascarpone Whipped Cream. The dessert was good, but we would've loved more cinnamon and for sure more apple!! Still, we walked away feeling guilty for eating breakfast earlier in the day and not saving all our stomach space for The Wolf! The host understood us without us having to explain ourselves. She brought us out the cake right away so we were able to promptly eat dessert ahead of lunch. Our server was friendly, but definitely not chatty. Although professional, the busers didn't talk to customers. But, overall, the staff seemed to be friendly towards one another and it was all hands on deck when things started to pick up. Street parking - so come early during high-traffic hours. Bathrooms were clean with amazing lighting. Seating is spacious, and the floor plan is creatively open. Pick your corner, and let the food carry you away! read more

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We came in on a Tuesday night with a reservation for 3. We shared some oysters, which were super fresh, and each ordered a main and a cocktail. For the main, we got the Eggplant Risotto, the Duck Leg Confit and the Pork Chop. They were all very well cooked and tasted delicious! I had the Duck Leg Confit, it was very juicy and flavorful, and I loved that they used the mushrooms and pluots to complement the meat. Cocktails tasted great too! We'd love to come back to try more things here! read more

The Wolf - Eggplant Risotto - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

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We sat at the bar and man oh man was it wonderful. Gem salad and halibut were 10/10 but more/equally important the staff was 10/10. Cam was such a delight of a bartender and made the BEST cocktail, ever. We will be back. Hoping to make it our regular spot! Something else of note: we didn't catch everyone's names but from the hostess, to the server, to the chefs, that was a lovely dining experience. Everyone is so welcoming and kind! We found our place! read more

I simply cannot walk out of this place without the octopus. I picked up a couple of appetizers on my way home (love that this place is open all afternoon, because I eat whenever). The octopus was it's usual lightly coated loveliness with succulent interior and fried chick peas on the side. The chicken liver mousse was good and came with a date butter sauce that paired very well with the mousse; the disappointment here was more in the biscuits(?) that just kind of fell flat, they were supposed to be fried but lacked the crispiness of a fried thing; but maybe they were trying not to compete with the mousse. Don't care, I will be back for take out soon! read more

Beautiful restaurant but I did not like what I ordered at all. My mom liked her pastrami sandwich and her friend liked the pork belly salad. I had the French onion soup and the octopus. The soup was boring and the octopus, which I normally love, was dry and flavorless with chickpeas which didn't go together well at all. The server was also a bit disinterested in us. I wouldn't go back but I'm sure there are things they do well. read more

The Wolf - Octopus (not a fan) - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

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I've wanted to try out this charming restaurant for a while now. We have friends with pretty discerning tastes who love this place, so I expected it to be stellar. TL;DR -- it was! If you have more time -- details below! The space is stylish and inviting. The service is warm and friendly. But the food is definitely the star. Although the menu doesn't come across as especially unique, the combination of quality ingredients and excellent preparation technique elevates the experience. Also, portion sizes are fairly large. While the restaurant isn't inexpensive, I was quite full at the end of the meal. We had incredible main dishes of Egg Tagliatelle with pork and veal bolognese and Somoma Duck Breast with wild rice and broccolini. The pasta was fresh with a rich meat sauce and the duck was a juicy pink, but I would say the biggest surprise here was the wild rice side dish. Rice is rarely exciting, but this rice was crispy and almost nutty. Nice surprise! As good as the entrees were, my favorite parts of the meal were probably the bread, appetizer and desserts. The bread basket featured olive bread with creamy fresh butter that was to-die-for. The fried Brussels Sprouts were probably the best that I've ever had, managing to be crispy, juicy, and sweet all at once. And finally for dessert, I had warm apple crumble with white cheddar ice cream. Yes, white cheddar ice cream! Do not be afraid to try this! Overall, I can't think of anything I would improve upon. My plate was clean when I left. I look forward to returning for another refill. read more

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Finally got a chance to try this on a date night. I really loved the liver mousse and Spanish octopus. My husband and I were both very pleased this place carries the torch of Bay Wolf and we get to have it so close to home. read more

We recently had a lovely meal at the Wolf. The food and drinks were fantastic. Stacy and Victor provided us with the best service. Thank you so much!!! read more

Remarkable lunch. Was invited by local folks to enjoy a nice meal prior to the holiday and was shocked on how good it was. Never been on downtown Piedmont Ave in Oakland but once I was there it was remarkable. Lots of shops and tons of restaurants. Parking was a challenge but worth it. Menu was limited but we ordered almost everything on the menu and found it all to be real good and enough to satisfy our appetite. The Wolf staff was great and very helpful in ordering. Cocktails were amazing. A hidden gem and worth visiting!!!! I will be back. Sorry no pictures because I forgot and. Was real hungry. Lol read more

We'd been meaning to try this restaurant for a while, and so glad we finally did! We got their NYE special and everything was delicious. High quality ingredients and unique, flavorful (but not overpowering) sauces. My favorite part was the Truffled Riverdog Farm Egg on brioche. The service was great and pickup was easy and COVID- safe. Great spot to get some takeouts and celebrate a special occasion. read more

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The burger was delicious! Loved the carrot dish! Definitely will go back Sat at the bar and loved the ability to interact with the staff, even though they were incredibly busy. read more

Our dinner at the wolf was fantastic. Food was amazing, and the cocktails were well crafted. Staff were friendly, and service was quick. Would definitely go again read more

Love the Wolf! This used to be my "lunch meeting" place when I worked at KP Oakland, amidst several social gatherings. Any excuse to come here and eat some fresh, local, ingredients in a nice ambiance with some great company was always a pleasure. You can tell I'm a fan from the photos attached. Their Brussels sprouts, ribeye, octopus, and halibut were just amazing. The cooking skill, development of flavors, and artistic presentation are what elevates this restaurant. As their menu changes seasonally, there is so much opportunity for creativity and flavorful innovation, which Chef Peng and her team champion daily. The desserts are a bit of a hit and miss in terms of personal taste, but they never compromise on quality. I remember having the most delicious spoonful of ice cream there- their flavors are unique! The service staff is also very professional and accommodating. I'll be there tomorrow for a girls night out and will be sure to add to my Wolf photo library. read more

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We had an AMAZING time at The Wolf last night to celebrate our daughter's graduation from UC Berkeley.  My wife and I have eaten at many excellent restaurants all over the world, yet neither of us can recall an evening where every element we care about came together so harmoniously: interesting and beautifully prepared food and cocktails, a thoughtfully curated wine list with a range of options to suit different tastes and budgets, a stylish and buzzy yet intimate atmosphere, and most of all the warm and attentive service from our outstanding server Jared. The pacing was perfect and our daughter and all of our guests felt very special. Even though we were a party of 12, we never felt like Jared or the kitchen was ever overwhelmed. Kudos as well to Melanie from the events team who helped with our logistics. She was thoughtful, flexible and creative. Thank you! Highly, highly recommend! read more

Great service every visit. Not a lot of menu items but the ones in place are def good to try. The device and ambiance are the best here!

Looking for a nice night out? The Wolf! Great space, as my husband mentioned he felt not like a spot in Oakland, but a chic beach style restaurant. Airy, classic with simple, yet sophisticated ambiance. Brought to you by the visionaries of The Wood Tavern, The Wolf is a great option for a nice night out on Piedmont. We went for double date night, with a rez and it was bustling when we arrived. We opted for a bunch of apps, entrees, a few cocktails a few bottles of wine and a few desserts and most were wins! Not cheap, but not outrageous. We spent about $115 per person on all of the above! The entree's shined: the fresh made pasta carbonara was delicious, as was the halibut with oyster stew, a dish served room temp. The halibut piece could have been a little larger, but so tasty. The oysters were delicious with an almost chimichurri type sauce, but I sadly wasn't impressed with the bruleed humboldt fog or the pork belly. The cheese wasn't warmed inside, just on top, not making it spreadable and really didn't do much. It was also a super small piece of cheese. The pork belly was average. Nothing set it apart from any other pork belly you've ever eaten. Overall: Service was solid, the space inviting for a more upscale night out or just a casual evening with high end food. I'd 100% come again to showcase a great Oakland dining experience. read more

Came here for lunch with supplier and team. Was greeted and seated promptly. Team ordered Spanish octopus and Brussels Sprouts to start with then we all got our own entrees. Octopus very tender and Brussels sprouts with Parmesan was awesome! I love carbonara and the last time I had one was maybe 4 years ago? So when I saw this , I got it. It was soooo delish. It had lemon, right amount of pepper , no cream , olive oil and egg with bacon. So freaking good. Very light and not heavy just one other carbonaras. Served in just the right portion for lunch. You can tell the pasta was home made. Others ordered salmon salad, Niman ranch burger and the grilled summer squash & pannise. Overall great service, great food, clean bathrooms. Parking is difficult around piedmont so be patient or Uber. Will have to come back for dinner and try the mousse with biscuits and get the octopus again. Trust! read more

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I've been here a few times and my, do I love it! There's always some inventive vegan dish (not just a salad or something flat and boring), but the real star of this place is the staff. They're wonderful; knowledgeable and friendly, always able to make great recommendations. my tips: always get the brussel sprouts and ask for the best wine for the table. read more

The Wolf - the current vegan offering - saffron risotto with eggplant - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

Everything was too spicy. Also scallops had too much salt .if you go, tell them to. tone it down unless you want your mouth to burn . Service was good. Ambiance great. Parking easy..not sure why everything has to have jalapeños and black pepper. Just make a butter sauce. Would not return as menu is very limited the only salad with only lettuce was $16.00 and In did not like the dressing .we skipped desert. read more

Everyone at this restaurant was very gracious and accommodating of my baby. It had been years since I'd eaten at this restaurant, but my partner wanted to eat there for his birthday. We were surprised at how busy it was for a Wednesday night. The host sat the three of us at the accessible counter, which was perfect for the baby - a great height for all of my group and out of the way enough that no one was bothered by my baby's whines. The prime rib, pork chop and Brussels sprouts were also awesome. My only "complaint" is the lack of cab by the glass on the menu; next time, I'll remember to bring a bottle from home. read more

The Wolf replaced an East Bay institution, Bay Wolf, and replacing a legend is always a tough task. However, the Wolf is special in its own right. RESTAURANT: The restaurant is located on Piedmont Avenue, which is almost always bustling with pedestrians and filled with great restaurants. The restaurant has a classy and modern feel. We sat on the enclosed front patio, which is nice because you have the comfort of being indoors with an outdoor vibe. SERVICE: The chef, Yang, who is one of the owners, stopped by our table. She is down to earth and humble, but professional and seems extremely focused on presenting the perfect meal. FOOD: The duck and chicken liver mousse is a tremendous appetizer and great for a group to share. The duck liver is especially rich, but not too heavy. Despite the generous portion, I may have eaten the entire duck liver mousse at our table and we may have had two orders. The Spanish octopus hummus was a table favorite. It has a nice char on the outside and is soft on the inside. The fried brussels sprouts are extremely flavorful with a chili sauce that compliments the sprouts perfectly. For my main course, I enjoyed the turmeric chickpea ragout. The chickpeas have a slight crunch to them, which works well with the fried garlic. Since we ate at the Wolf, my wife has had a new found appreciation for chickpeas, turmeric, and mint. She has also hoped to recreate that dish. ALL-STAR PERSON: Yang. read more

The Wolf - Turmeric Chickpea Ragout - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

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What a friendly staff! We dropped in got a light bite in the late afternoon... too early for dinner. We were warmly greeted and seated at the bar. As promised by the host, our Brussels sprouts were delicious. I was hoping to order the octopus, but my husband wanted to split the burger. To my surprise, the burger was one of the best I've ever had. High quality meat, juicy, on a warm sesame bun. The onion sprouts were a delicious touch. It was on the pricey side, but the high quality was worth it! Can't wait to come back to try their dinner menu. read more

Went here last week, booked a reservation online, and when we got there, we were seated immediately. Brought our own wine. We ordered 48hour brined whole organic chicken with the 3 types of dipping sauce and the risotto. Both go really well together. Chicken was absolutely delicious, I would definitely be back for more. It was so juicy, brining at 48 hours really did wonders for the chicken. Every part of the chicken was juicy. Normally, my wife and I fight over the dark meat, but there was no fighting this time, I could pick any piece of chicken it was delicious. When EVERY PART OF THE CHICKEN is good, then I must give respect to the chef. As for covid guidelines, everybody wore masks and all the tables were spaced apart. We sat in the covered patio area, and it was beautiful. read more

The Wolf - Get the chicken... - New American Near Me - Oakland, California

Food & service very good. Go whoever we can. All is great! They want me to say more, but I'm speechless.

Awesome night well-spent here. Loved the food taste and varieties! We loved the foods, chef Yang!! The ambiance was great! Although the service we received was so-so. Let me get to the details: I had the following for appetizers: - Acme bread, complimentary by request ($Free) - Raw Hammersley oyster on the shell ($3 each) -- it tasted good; fresh - Happy boy farms baby lettuce salad ($13) -- no complaints, nice plating! - Spanish octopus ($16) -- Omg. The octopus was great. *Look at the pictures I took!* This octopus is unrivaled--talk about perfection! the texture, taste, easy to bite and work within the mouth and teeth, i.e. not too chewy. Well done, bravo. Rave-worthy. For the Mains, the following was great: - Seared day boat scallops ($33) -- also rave-worthy. The scallops were juicy and were oozing with rich flavor. Loved it - Colorado lamb chops ($35) -- again, LOVED itttt. Get it medium-rare (by default). I'd recommend this one too! *I didn't eat all those by myself btw. My friend and I eat family style, by using smaller plates, and using the served plates as plates to share. That way we get to taste everything. hehe!* Drinks: I was having a dilemma between To be determined - or - well played. I ordered them both! lol. I'd say, I've determined that TO BE DETERMINED was in fact better! - To be determined (vodka, Aperol, elderflower, lime, sugar, salt, rim $12), - Well played (tequila, lime, grapefruit, thyme, cinnamon-clove syrup ($12) Dessert: - The Vahlrona chocolate was rich and good. I'd share it because personally, I can't eat it all by myself. One serving of this is good for two! I'd give The Wolf a 5-star BUT the service was so-so. Our server dragged my mood down a bit, it wasn't fun. She just had some quirks that made me feel like she was unwelcoming or judgmental. Remember that saying? What was it? It's not what you say or do, it's how you make people FEEL. Well, it wasn't as pleasant. I'm just glad that my friend and I were preoccupied enough with our conversations catching up that I didn't let customer service spoil the greatness of The Wolf. After all, I've had this place bookmarked for awhile and I'm glad to finally get the chance to visit. But that comment aside, the food and the place was great! read more

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For my pre-birthday lunch, I came to the Wolf. I absolutely adored the octopus appetizer. It was the best octopus I ever had. It melted in my mouth and was sweet. The herbal sauce was pretty and tasty. It came with fried beans that were perfect with the octopus. I also liked their kale chicken salad which was pretty good (forgot to take picture). There lots of shredded tender chicken pieces and sunflower seeds. My best friend loved the fried brussel sprouts and we both enjoyed the complimentary birthday melon sherbert with shortbread cookies. Service was really nice and professional. A very cute restaurant. Our server was slightly absent minded and forgot to bring back the credit card but otherwise, we loved coming here. Highly recommended. Very cute restaurant. read more

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The Wolf has a beautiful ambiance both on the porch & inside. We had excellent service on a warm evening on the porch. We picked a nice bottle Italian white wine off their extensive wine list. It was crispy, refreshing & had hints of apple & pear. The main entrees to choose from on the menu are slim which was a little surprising. I believe there were only 5 choices for entrees. One pasta dish, a ribeye steak, the pork chop, grilled fish & a burger. We started off with the simple & refreshing beet salad. For our entrees we had the clam pasta & a hamburger. The clam pasta was house made pasta, fresh clams in a delicious red sauce. We enjoyed the dish but wish it was a slightly larger for the price. The hamburger was cooked perfectly & was served with thin, crispy hot shoestring, fries. It was a solid burger & fries for sure. Overall, we enjoyed our dinning experience, ambiance & service at The Wolf but wish there were more options for main entrées. read more

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Great spot for happy hour, dinner or lunch. Stopped for happy hour and everything tasted great. Staff was very friendly.

My first time here as our friend wanted to come here just for dessert and dude was making a fuss about having to take a seat and wait after we had dinner at a nearby restaurant. What's to complain about when we got a parking space right in front of the restaurant and got seated less than 5 minutes of waiting! The server was very friendly and gave us the dessert menu and we decided on the apple pie, the lemon meyer ice cream with poppyseed cake and Greek yogurt with honey, mandarin oranges and pistachios yum yum. Prices for dessert range between $8 and $9 but so guilty pleasures! Next we ought to try the dinners! read more

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Everyone liked the food and the service, even the reservation time was very strict, we felt it's worthy!