Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in Oakland

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1. Left Bank - Jack London Square

4.4

Price: Moderate

• French • Oakland

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 joiede vivre that is synonymous with the Left Bank neighborhood in Paris. Guests are invited to step intoFrench culture, in a vibrant, social atmosphere that captures all the charm of traditional brasseriesand iconic alfresco dining of France. An all-day menu features authentic French cuisine utilizingseasonal, local and organic ingredients, and consists of iconic lighter fare such as oysters, tartare andprawns provençal, in addition to heartier classics like coq au vin and beef bourguignon. Inspired by theParisian-style Bar Américain, an extensive cocktail menu features classics of a bygone era, along with awide range of rotating taps, seasonal drafts and bottled beer, and an expertly-curated wine selection.

2. Enoteca Molinari

4.7

Exceptional(589)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Oakland

Booked 7 times today

Enoteca Molinari is an Italian restaurant & wine bar (with heated outdoor seating) that specializes in house-made pasta and Italian dishes using local and seasonal ingredients. Enjoy our all Italian wine list and don't forget to try some dessert.Please make sure to give us 24 hours of notice if you can't make your reservation. Thank you for your understanding!Grazie mille!

3. Iron & Oak

3.7

Very Good(49)

Price: Moderate

• American • Oakland

Booked 1 time today

Iron and oak are two of the most iconic elements associated with Oakland. Iron references the shipyards and commerce that have kept Oakland relevant on a global scale throughout history, while oak refers to the fabled groves from which the city derives its name. Chef Boman Tam as a Oakland native was inspired by the diversity of our community and created dishes to show case and celebrate local and seasonal ingredients.Please note, we only take only reservations for 6-12 guests. Parties of 1-5 guests are reserved for walk in only. Topgolf Swing Suite - Located in our BarThe Topgolf Swing Suite is featuring one simulator bay and a variety of virtual games – including the popular Topgolf target game, Zombie Dodgeball, Hockey Shots, Baseball Pitching Carnival Classic and more – paired with comfortable lounge seating, HDTVs and food and beverage service. For reservations go to - https://oaklandmarriottcitycenter.247activities.com/

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4. The Berkeley Boathouse

4.2

Awesome(559)

Price: Expensive

• American • Berkeley

Booked 11 times today

Enjoy a diversified and innovative menu prepared by our culinary team highlighting fresh, local ingredients paying tribute to purveyors from California and the Bay Area. With an emphasis on contemporary California cuisine, the Boathouse menu is inspired by the Berkeley waterfront offering the classic California dishes infused with global influences in an artful presentation to amuse your senses. Designed for sharing, our well-balanced menu consists of a selection of small plates, flatbreads, sides, composed salads, and main entrées.

5. Passione Emporio

4.8

Exceptional(188)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Berkeley

Booked 4 times today

What does Emporio mean? It’s market where you can get a variety of things you need. Today in small villages in Italy, the Emporio is the center of life. Villagers visit the Emporio daily to socialize, share local happenings, and get their local fresh goods, cheese, pasta, sandwiches, and bread. Passione is bringing a little piece of Italian small village life to you, here in Berkley. Our mission at Passione Emporio is to create a neighborhood restaurant that has the same feel of community and quality as old village Emporios. We source only the best local ingredients and craft them with traditional Italian recipes to make delicious food, with vegan options, along with an authentic array of Italian and locally sourced food and wine.Our rotating wine bar offers a selection of Italian, Californian and European wines and beers with Prosecco at the center of the list to accompany Italian salami and cheese plates during happy hour.

6. Causwells

4.6

Exceptional(522)

Price: Moderate

• American • Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio

Booked 29 times today

Established in 2014 and reopened in 2022 with a reimagined interior, seasonal menu, and unique cocktail program, Causwells is a neighborhood American bistro rooted in the northern California style of cooking. Chef Adam Rosenblum draws from his diverse background to create a comforting menu that spotlights local, seasonal ingredients influenced by classic American dishes, European inspiration, and the American South. The cocktail menu from Beverage Director and Managing Partner Elmer Mejicanos redefines the American bistro, pulling inspiration from reimagined classics to seasonal offerings, to tableside experiences. Stop by Causwells’ new art deco-inspired space to enjoy a deliciously unique cocktail and smash-style Americana Cheeseburger – some say it’s the best in the country!

7. Trestle

4.8

Exceptional(2752)

Price: Expensive

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 20 times today

Hi Neighbor!At Trestle, we remember a time, not too long ago, where people took pause to enjoy a meal in the presence of great company, giving it the reverence and respect deserved. We provide a dining experience served in courses, with the satisfaction and warmth found at a family gathering, creating the foundation to a proper meal. Every day we feature a changing 3 course prix fixe menu with choices on each course for $45/person. We will have an optional additional pasta course for $12/person. Unfortunately, we do not offer ala-carte options.We are able to accommodate vegetarian options nightly. We do our best to accommodate other allergies/restrictions based on the menu for that evening. Due to our limited spacing, we can accommodate parties of 8 or less only.

8. Gary Danko

4.8

Exceptional(1604)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Fisherman's Wharf

Booked 24 times today

Twenty-five years after opening its doors in San Francisco’s iconic Fisherman’s Wharf neighborhood, Restaurant Gary Danko continues to refine its award-winning combination of classic French cooking, thoughtful and inventive use of local ingredients and personable yet impeccable service.In a warm, enveloping space overhung with fresh flowers and vibrant artworks, an evening at Gary Danko is both intimate and theatrical—a loving nod to an old-world dining experience with its heart thoroughly planted in the new: fresh, locally grown and raised foods drawn from the region’s vast seasonal offerings, prepared with precision and flair.

9. AKIKOS

4.8

Exceptional(1609)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • SOMA

Booked 7 times today

Located in the vibrant East Cut neighborhood, just a 15-minute walk from the Ferry Building, our diverse and sustainability-driven menu offers a contemporary interpretation of the traditional Omakase experience. We blend innovative takes on Japanese cuisine with local, seasonal ingredients and fish sourced from Tokyo’s renowned Toyosu Fish Market. Signature dishes, such as our Shokupan—grilled milk bread topped with toro and golden Kaluga caviar—and the aged, soy-cured bluefin tuna nigiri, showcase a harmonious fusion of premium seafood and thoughtfully curated ingredients, presented with creative flair.Please note, we currently offer Omakase experiences exclusively for lunch and dinner, with no à la carte options available. For guests seeking to enhance their experience, additional nigiri selections are available a la carte from our nama menu after the tasting. The Omakase lunch experience is priced at $150 per guest, and the Omakase dinner experience is priced at $255 per guest.

10. Seven Hills

4.8

Exceptional(2437)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Russian Hill

Booked 30 times today

Welcome to Seven Hills. We are a rustic neighborhood bistro offering regional Italian food, located in the Russian Hill Neighborhood of San Francisco. We serve great fresh affordable food. Our emphasis is on homemade pastas. Our wine list is small but extremely well thought out and complements our cooking style. We look forward to taking care of you and your guests. If you can not find what you are looking for online please call us directly at the restaurant. See you soon!

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Kathleenvip
San Francisco Bay Area •119 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
The gnocchi was wonderful. My vegetarian friend loved the vegetarian panini.
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Passione EmporioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Berkeley
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4.8
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Peter
San Francisco Bay Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was delicious, the staff was friendly and helpful, the dining room was comfortable and well designed. Nothing to complain about.
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The Berkeley BoathousePrice: Expensive• American• Berkeley
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4.2
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Jessica
San Francisco Bay Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
One of my favorite spots especially for the Tuna Nicoise Salad. It’s a large enough serving to split in half. I took half home. It was loaded with flavor from the blend of tomatoes, avocado, olives, haricots verts, Yukon gold potatoes, mixed greens, and of course the rare tuna. Delicious! The service was very attentive and personable.
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Left Bank - Jack London SquarePrice: Moderate• French• Oakland
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4.4
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Laura
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great food. Attentive service. Extensive wine list. Good value
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Enoteca MolinariPrice: Expensive• Italian• Oakland
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4.7
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SharonM
San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 16, 2023
The staff was super accommodating and our waiter was excellent. We all liked our dinners very much. The location is also quite convenient for what we were doing afterwards.
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Iron & OakPrice: Moderate• American• Oakland
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3.7

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29 restaurants available nearby

1. Left Bank - Jack London Square

2. Enoteca Molinari

3. Iron & Oak

4. The Berkeley Boathouse

5. Passione Emporio

6. Causwells

7. Trestle

8. Gary Danko

9. AKIKOS

10. Seven Hills

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