Left Bank - Jack London Square

4.5

527 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

Inspired by the birthplace of the original Parisian brasseries along the Left Bank of the Seine River, Left Bank Brasserie is an authentic Parisian-style brasserie by Chef Roland Passot. Left Bank pays homage to the joie
de vivre that is synonymous with the Left Bank neighborhood in Paris. Guests are invited to step into
French culture, in a vibrant, social atmosphere that captures all the charm of traditional brasseries
and iconic alfresco dining of France. An all-day menu features authentic French cuisine utilizing
seasonal, local and organic ingredients, and consists of iconic lighter fare such as oysters, tartare and
prawns provençal, in addition to heartier classics like coq au vin and beef bourguignon. Inspired by the
Parisian-style Bar Américain, an extensive cocktail menu features classics of a bygone era, along with a
wide range of rotating taps, seasonal drafts and bottled beer, and an expertly-curated wine selection.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, French American, Contemporary French / American
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Wed–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
Phone number
(510) 459-4500
Website
https://www.leftbank.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Chris Ahr
Catering
Need catering for a special event? Have Left Bank help you host! We have several catering levels to offer - from quick drop boxed lunches to full service multi-course meals, Left Bank can customize service to your exact needs. Please contact our events team at (510)459-4500, or visit our website www.leftbank.com
Private party facilities
Planning an event? Create memories at Left Bank Jack London! We have several private and semi-private spaces available to reserve including options for indoor or outdoor dining. Left Bank will gladly customize a lovely event of any size!
Private party contact
Tiffany Blake: (510) 213-8066

Location
55 Webster St, Oakland, CA 94607
Neighborhood
Oakland
Cross street
Webster St and Embarcadero W
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
BART stop: 12th Street/City Center (you will need to walk at least 12 blocks from Downtown Oakland or take a bus)<br />Bus lines: Take the free Broadway Shuttle along Broadway from Uptown to Jack London Square<br />Train: Travel by train to get to the heart of Jack London Square with Amtrak<br />Ferry: Take the ferry from San Francisco or Alameda to Jack London Square via the San Francisco Bay Ferry<br />Parking: Underground parking is available on Water Street (under Plank Restaurant) with entrances on Broadway and Franklin. Valet parking is also available at the Broadway entrance from 11 AM to 10 PM.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Thanskgiving
$79.00 per person
Nov 28, 2024 only
Join us this Thanksgiving for an unforgettable dining experience at Left Bank Brasserie, where French elegance meets the warmth of the holiday season. Savor a specially crafted four-course prix fixe menu for $79 per person (exclusive of beverage, tax, and gratuity), designed to highlight the finest seasonal ingredients in a distinctly French style. Our Thanksgiving menu offers a sophisticated twist on holiday classics, with dishes that balance tradition and creativity. Guests can indulge in curated selections throughout each course. Make this Thanksgiving memorable with friends, family, and exceptional cuisine. Reserve your table at Left Bank Brasserie and celebrate the flavors of the season in a beautiful, welcoming atmosphere.
Beaujolais Nouveau 2024
Nov 21, 2024 - Nov 24, 2024
Beaujolais Nouveau Release: Open regular hours, menu additions available all day (in addition to the regular menus), Beaujolais tasting splash table @ 4pm-6pm /// At one past midnight on the third Thursday of each November, from little villages and towns like Romanèche-Thorins, over a million cases of Beaujolais Nouveau begin their journey through a sleeping France to Paris for immediate shipment to all parts of the world. Banners proclaim the good news: Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrivé! “The New Beaujolais has arrived!” One of the most frivolous and animated rituals in the wine world has begun.

Offers

Happy Hour at Left Bank Jack London Square
Multiple dates available
Mon - Sat - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Happy Hour is the Best Hour! Raise your glass and toast to Happy Hour! Our tasty bites and libations are sure to make your day. Enjoy a delicious spread of mussels, cheeseburger or grilled pork belly sliders, or even a short rib poutine when you visit during Happy Hour, available everyday from 3-6 PM. Cheers!

Popular dishes

SHRIMP COCKTAIL$19.00
housemade cocktail sauce, lemon
PRAWNS PROVENÇALE$20.00
tomato, Niçoise olives, basil, capers, Pernod, garlic butter
CALAMARI FRIT$19.00
lemon, fennel, peppers, Dijon vinaigrette
OYSTERS*$24.00
half dozen raw market selection
AHI TUNA TARTARE*$19.00
avocado, cucumbers, fried shallots, Espelette pepper, toast points
STEAK TARTARE*$18.00
capers, shallots, Dijon

SOUPS & SALADES

FRENCH ONION SOUP$13.00
Emmenthal, croutons
SOUP DU JOUR
Chef's seasonal selection AQ
BEET SALADE$16.00
arugula, radish, goat cheese, honey mustard vinaigrette
SALADE VERTE$15.00
butter lettuce, fines herbes, shallots, Dijon vinaigrette

CLASSIC ENTRÉES

NIÇOISE SALADE*$29.00
seared Ahi, egg, haricots verts, olives, potatoes, tomatoes
STEAK FRITES$38.00
skirt steak, pommes frites, herb butter ~add Bordelaise or au poivre sauce each 3.~
BEEF BOURGUIGNON$38.00
red wine braised boneless short ribs, bacon lardons, baby carrots, button mushrooms, pearl onions, pomme purée
PETRALE SOLE$32.00
sautéed spinach, capers, brown butter
MOULES FRITES$19.00
steamed mussels, spinach, white wine, Pernod garlic butter
- half pound$19.00
- one pound$33.00
CHEDDAR CHEESEBURGER*$22.00
lettuce, tomato, red onion, Dijonnaise, pommes frites ~add bacon or avocado each 4.~
F.O. BURGER*$27.00
caramelized French onion, Emmenthal, cheese tuile, butter lettuce, truffle aïoli, truffle frites

CHEFS PLATS

CATCH OF THE DAY
Chef's daily offering A.Q.
SALMON*$32.00
French lentils, roasted red pepper, shallots, capers
HALF ROASTED CHICKEN$28.00
pomme purée, jus de poulet
FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH$21.00
Espelette honey, root vegetable remoulade, bread and butter pickles, chili aïoli, brioche, pommes frites
GRILLED PORK CHOP$30.00
spicy white bean and red pepper cassoulet, sautéed kale, Madeira pork reduction, fines herbes
BUTTERNUT SQUASH RAVIOLI$26.00
Brussels sprouts, butternut squash, pomegranate, lemon beurre blanc

ON THE SIDE

PAIN ET BEURRE$5.00
FRENCH LENTILS$8.00
SAUTÉED SPINACH$9.00
HARICOTS VERTS$10.00
POMME PURÉE$8.00
POMMES FRITES$8.00
TRUFFLE FRITES$11.00
BRUSSELS SPROUTS$9.00

What 527 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Left Bank - Jack London Square offers a charming waterfront dining experience with traditional French cuisine. Guests rave about the "amazing food" and "wonderful staff," while enjoying the "beautiful view" of the marina. Perfect for brunch or happy hour, it's a "gem" in Oakland, though service can be slow on busy days.

527 Reviews

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David
San Francisco
59 reviews
vip
5.0
59 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful dinner for Beaujolais Nouveau day. We started with salad verte and fried calamari followed by lobster bisque and ended with 1lb moule frites that all was in a garlic, wine & spinach sauce. We ended with a very large & delicious tart au citron with fresh raspberries. Thank you all.
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Elena
San Francisco
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service and happy hour deals were great but I was disappointed by my main. I got the catch of the day and there were pin bones in my fish, it was pretty salty, and some of the vegetables were undercooked.
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Carolynn
San Diego
134 reviews
5.0
134 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Charming - loved the olives- great wait staff. Happened on this through Open table
Left Bank - Jack London SquareResponded on November 13, 2024
Hi Carrie, Thank you so much for the wonderful review and for taking the time to share your experience at Left Bank - Jack London Square. We're thrilled to hear that you loved our olives and found our service delightful. It's always a pleasure to know that our efforts to provide a great dining experience are appreciated by our guests. We hope to welcome you back soon for another delightful experience. Best wishes, The Management Team
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Kaylah Sterling
San Francisco
92 reviews
5.0
92 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful outdoor space. Delicious food Great service
Left Bank - Jack London SquareResponded on November 11, 2024
Dear Kaylah, Thank you for your wonderful review! We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best regards, The Left Bank Jack London Team
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Kathleen
San Francisco
39 reviews
4.0
39 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The staff was very friendly and helpful and the view of the water was great. The restaurant was out of a few items which was a little frustrating. The main issue I have is the my son put in an order and then was told they were out so he choose another entre. By the time he got his food, the rest of us had gotten our food and were almost finished. That was disappointing:(
Left Bank - Jack London SquareResponded on November 4, 2024
Hey Kathy, We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the view and our friendly staff at Left Bank - Jack London Square. We apologize for the mix-up with your son's order and for any inconvenience caused. We're always working to improve our service and your feedback is invaluable in that process. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again soon. Best, The Management Team
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Brendan
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Need to update the beer menu, nothing listed was in stock and our server told us the taps had been broken for months. The food was decent but nothing special particularly at the price point. Great service and ambiance but this place feels like a forgotten location within a larger chain. Will try again for not brunch.
Left Bank - Jack London SquareResponded on November 4, 2024
Hi Brendan Thank you for dining with us at Left Bank - Jack London Square! We’re sorry to hear we didn't fully meet your expectations during your last visit. We appreciate your feedback and will strive to provide the food and service we're known for on your next visit. Merci beaucoup, The Left Bank Jack London Team
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PATRICK
San Francisco
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This is a Great Dining Experience Left Bank in Oakland's Jack London Square has been the go-to restaurant for my old friend and me for many years for our periodic get togethers. It has never failed to be anything less than a wonderful experience. The menu is fairly compact (plus daily specials). Over the years, we have probably tried most everything, with no disappointments. Impeccable ingredients, expertly prepared and presented. Portions are generous. Prices are moderate. Service and ambiance add to the wonderful experience. Full bar (and a great bartender) . A very nice wine list with reasonable markups and some very nice wines under $50.
Left Bank - Jack London SquareResponded on November 4, 2024
Hi Patrick, Thank you for your kind words. We're thrilled you've been a part of your friend's and our get-togethers for years. We're glad our menu, preparation, and atmosphere met your expectations. We appreciate your feedback on our food and wine selection. We hope to see you again soon at Left Bank - Jack London Square. Best, The Management Team
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Vincent
Los Angeles
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
No music please. Even if it’s low. There’s no benefit from it.
Left Bank - Jack London SquareResponded on October 29, 2024
Hi VincentS, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our service and found it to be a good value. However, we're sorry to hear that the music volume didn't meet your expectations. We understand how important the right ambiance is for a positive dining experience and we appreciate your feedback. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide a more enjoyable and enjoyable experience. Best Regards, The Management Team at Left Bank - Jack London Square
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Cindy
San Francisco
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter Roberto was friendly, the manager visited our table, the food was delicious and the lovely jazz live music was special 😊
Left Bank - Jack London SquareResponded on October 29, 2024
Thanks for visiting us, CindyF! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Left Bank - Jack London Square. It's wonderful to know that our friendly staff, delicious food, and live music added to your experience. We appreciate your kind words and high ratings. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Robert
San Francisco
22 reviews
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on October 21, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Had the roasted chicken which was very good but very hard to eat due to its small size. Lot of work for little meat.
Left Bank - Jack London SquareResponded on November 7, 2024
Hey MeatEater, Thanks for your feedback. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our roasted chicken, but we're sorry to hear that it was a bit on the small side. We appreciate your input about the texture, and we'll certainly take it into consideration for future menu planning. We're happy that you found value in your meal, and we hope to serve you again soon. Best, The LB Management Team
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FAQs

Left Bank - Jack London Square offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (510) 459-4500.

Left Bank - Jack London Square is rated 4.5 stars by 527 OpenTable diners.

Left Bank - Jack London Square does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Left Bank - Jack London Square

55 Webster St, Oakland, CA 94607

Additional information

Cross street
Webster St and Embarcadero W
Neighborhood
Oakland
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Wed–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, French American, Contemporary French / American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
BART stop: 12th Street/City Center (you will need to walk at least 12 blocks from Downtown Oakland or take a bus)Bus lines: Take the free Broadway Shuttle along Broadway from Uptown to Jack London SquareTrain: Travel by train to get to the heart of Jack London Square with AmtrakFerry: Take the ferry from San Francisco or Alameda to Jack London Square via the San Francisco Bay FerryParking: Underground parking is available on Water Street (under Plank Restaurant) with entrances on Broadway and Franklin. Valet parking is also available at the Broadway entrance from 11 AM to 10 PM.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chris Ahr
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.leftbank.com/
Phone number
(510) 459-4500
Catering
Need catering for a special event? Have Left Bank help you host! We have several catering levels to offer - from quick drop boxed lunches to full service multi-course meals, Left Bank can customize service to your exact needs. Please contact our events team at (510)459-4500, or visit our website www.leftbank.com
Private party facilities
Planning an event? Create memories at Left Bank Jack London! We have several private and semi-private spaces available to reserve including options for indoor or outdoor dining. Left Bank will gladly customize a lovely event of any size!
Private party contact
Tiffany Blake: (510) 213-8066

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Left Bank - Jack London Square

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Gift card

Thanskgiving

Beaujolais Nouveau 2024

Happy Hour at Left Bank Jack London Square

OYSTERS

NIÇOISE SALADE

HALF ROASTED CHICKEN

CHARCUTERIE & FROMAGES

CHARCUTERIE$24.00

L'ASSIETTE DE FROMAGES$21.00

APPETIZERS

SHRIMP COCKTAIL$19.00

PRAWNS PROVENÇALE$20.00

CALAMARI FRIT$19.00

OYSTERS*$24.00

AHI TUNA TARTARE*$19.00

STEAK TARTARE*$18.00

SOUPS & SALADES

FRENCH ONION SOUP$13.00

SOUP DU JOUR

BEET SALADE$16.00

SALADE VERTE$15.00

CLASSIC ENTRÉES

NIÇOISE SALADE*$29.00

STEAK FRITES$38.00

BEEF BOURGUIGNON$38.00

PETRALE SOLE$32.00

MOULES FRITES$19.00

CHEDDAR CHEESEBURGER*$22.00

F.O. BURGER*$27.00

CHEFS PLATS

CATCH OF THE DAY

SALMON*$32.00

HALF ROASTED CHICKEN$28.00

FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH$21.00

GRILLED PORK CHOP$30.00

BUTTERNUT SQUASH RAVIOLI$26.00

ON THE SIDE

PAIN ET BEURRE$5.00

FRENCH LENTILS$8.00

SAUTÉED SPINACH$9.00

HARICOTS VERTS$10.00

POMME PURÉE$8.00

POMMES FRITES$8.00

TRUFFLE FRITES$11.00

BRUSSELS SPROUTS$9.00

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Order delivery or takeout

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