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1. A16 Rockridge
4.4
Awesome(2361)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Oakland
Booked 32 times today
A16 is an upscale casual restaurant with a focus on Southern Italian food and wines. The restaurant features wood oven-fired Neapolitan Pizza and other specialties of Campania.Take out and Delivery available at A16pizza.com from 5:00pm-9:00pm.Closed on Mondays. For information about reserving the Private Dining Room please call the restaurant at 510.768.8003
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2. Marzano
4.9
Exceptional(1047)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Oakland
Booked 23 times today
Marzano is a fun spot because it's like a slice of Italy in Oakland. The food, especially the wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, is consistently delicious and seasonal. The service is warm and attentive. The atmosphere is joyous, with families dining together. Plus, the staff is always nice and goes the extra mile, like providing crayons for tiny guests!
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3. Forbidden Island Tiki Lounge
4.9
Exceptional(412)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Alameda
Booked 11 times today
AboutForbidden Island Tiki Lounge is a tropical vacation spot right in the middle of your hometown! Serving award-winning, world famous classic and exotic cocktails along with many original recipes, along with some tasty snacks, Forbidden Island is a retro-oasis in the desert of your busy modern day! Now open indoors (seated capacity only) as well as outdoors in our Tiki Garden/ Patio, 7 days a week. * Please note that all reservations are limited to 90 minutes for groups of 1-3 and 2 hours for groups of 4-8.
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4. Four Kings
4.6
Exceptional(129)
Price: Expensive
• Cantonese • Chinatown
Booked 11 times today
"The food at Four Kings reads like a metaphor for growing up Chinese in America: you're never Chinese enough for people from China & Hong Kong, and you're not white enough to be American." -- from a recent diner.
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5. La Connessa
4.7
Exceptional(307)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Mission Bay / South Beach
Booked 39 times today
A modern take on the classic trattoria. The menu celebrates traditional Italian cuisine with an array of classic dishes with contemporary influences. Antipasti and pastas dishes feature the finest hand-selected ingredients, the Marra Forni wood-fired pizzas with expertly blistered crusts are perfect for sharing, and the hearty secondi offerings include hand-made pastas, bistecca and local seafood. The beverage program highlights wines from California and Italy, with a focus on small, family-owned producers. A full bar boasts a wide array of cocktails and spirits, including a large collection of vintage Italian apertivi and digestivi.
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6. Corzetti
4.4
Awesome(356)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 45 times today
Step off the bustling streets of Union Square and into a glamorous, coastal Italian getaway. Corzetti is a Ligurian restaurant and bar that evokes summers spent on the Italian Riviera where life moves at a slower pace, and seaside restaurants serve up menus influenced by the day’s catch and peak-season produce from the region.Chef Tali Missirlian's focus on fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and handmade pasta reflects our commitment to sustainability and quality. You'll find fresh seafood-forward dishes on our menu including pizza, pasta and more, which pair perfectly with creative cocktails from our bar and an extensive list of Italian wines. Come in for lunch, happy hour, or a quick dinner before a show. Host birthday parties and get togethers in our private dining room. From our cozy and intimate atmosphere to our knowledgeable and attentive service, Corzetti invites you to savor the essence of Liguria's relaxed seaside culture in the heart of the city.
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7. Fiorella Polk
4.7
Exceptional(508)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Russian Hill
Booked 29 times today
Your new favorite Italian! Fiorella is a neighborhood Italian restaurant in the heart of Russian Hill. We serve wood fired pizza, pasta, antipasti & Italian vino in a casual neighborhood setting.
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8. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - San Francisco, CA | South of Market (SoMa)
4.6
Exceptional(279)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • SOMA
Booked 20 times today
Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other! Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!
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9. Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine - San Francisco
4.5
Awesome(328)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • Mission District
Booked 27 times today
Not your typical Thai. We are Thai New Generation focusing on bringing you adventurous, bold flavors of traditional and non-traditional dishes using the freshest ingredients. Look out for our nightly specials from regional home-cooked dishes to market fried grasshoppers.Our wine list focuses on small production and farming with thoughts toward the future. Cheers! Michelin Bib Gourmand 2016 - 2019
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10. Zingari Ristorante + Jazz Bar
4.3
Awesome(2672)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 13 times today
Zingari Ristorante is a fun spot for Italian cuisine in downtown San Francisco. It's praised for its delicious food, cozy setting, and lively ambiance. Reviews mention 'great service', 'amazing food', and 'live music' as highlights. One reviewer even noted 'we ended our evening with delicious desserts (bread pudding and tiramisu) and latte. The server was amazing'. It's a place where you can unwind, enjoy good food and drinks, and maybe even catch a live performance.

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Discover best fun restaurants in Oakland

Discover a vibrant dining scene in Oakland, where the keyword "fun" perfectly captures the essence of popular restaurants in the area. Whether you're looking for a lively atmosphere, engaging service, or creatively curated menus, Oakland's eateries provide an exciting culinary adventure. These restaurants are renowned for their delightful fusion of flavors and a warm, inviting ambiance that makes each dining experience uniquely enjoyable. From innovative Asian cuisine to classic Mediterranean dishes, the variety ensures there's something for everyone. The common thread among these dining spots is their commitment to quality and a joyful dining environment, making them perfect for both casual outings and special occasions. Oakland's dining scene is not just about great food but also about creating memorable moments with friends and family. So, if you're in the East Bay and looking for a fun place to eat, these restaurants in Oakland promise to deliver an exceptional experience.

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