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Z Cafe & Bar, Oakland, CA

Z Cafe & Bar

4.9
4.9
388 Reviews
$30 and under
Californian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for happy hour
The best happy hour in Oakland featuring over 100 vodkas. Serves Scratch-made American Cuisine for Lunch & Dinner. Party Space. The menu changes seasonally to provide flavors at their peak. Z Cafe & Bar carries over 100 vodka selection and offer a variety of hand shaken specialty martinis.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 11:00 am–2:30 pm Tue–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Oakland
  • Cross street
    27th street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    19th St Oakland BART Station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 388 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Z Cafe & Bar in Oakland is praised for its "excellent service" and "wonderful food." Guests appreciate its "cozy atmosphere" and "reasonable prices." The restaurant offers a variety of dishes, including vegan options, with favorites like the Kale Beet Salad and Clam Chowder. Consistent quality and friendly staff make it a "neighborhood gem." However, parking safety is a concern.
388 Reviews
  1. Vicky

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were 3 friends with varying appetites and taste preferences and we each enjoyed our meal. The service was friendly and great. Would return again. And we could hear each other!

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  2. Ronnie

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Z Cafe is a wonderful restaurant. The food is basic and delicious. what a joy to read a menu without having to pull out my phone to look up every other word. Portions are generous and reasonably priced. The kitchen is willing to accommodate special requests. The staff is warm, friendly and attentive without being overbearing or obsequious. Last night I have the Cattle Burger, which included a side of fries. The fries were crispy and the burger prepared as I requested. In my book, Z Cafe gets a 10 out of 10.

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  3. Lexine

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have always loved Z Cafe... excellent service, good food with a diverse menu, and large portions. One never has to wait for a table and the space reminds me of restaurants in New York, large and open feeling. I love the restaurant.

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  4. LisaB

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was great and attentive & food was delicious. We will be visiting this cute restaurant again. Had a great experience!

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  5. Boston VIP

    San Francisco364 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First visit this year, nice to know all my old favorites are still there and still TASTY!!!

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  6. Chris

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food and happy hour drinks. Employees have been there for a long time. Great place.

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  7. Paulette

    Los Angeles17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cozy bar/restaurant with friendly staff and attentive service. Food was very good as well.

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  8. Mary

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Would go again. Food is excellent, plentiful and presented nicely. My experience is the service was a little slow considering it was not crowed so no reason for it. Partner got his drink order and I had to inquire where was mine after a while. May have just been an off service day. Will go back though for sure.

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  9. Alia

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Attentive staff, very personable. Chic décor and comfortable ambience. Warning: the food is so good that you are going to tear into that doggie bag as soon as you get home even though you can't eat another bite! And it is not impossible to find parking.

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  10. Ericka

    San Francisco7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came for a girls dinner with my sisters, it was their first time at this restaurant and our food was absolutely phenomenal! Will most definitely be back.

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FAQs

Z Cafe & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (510) 451-2905.

Z Cafe & Bar is rated 4.9 stars by 388 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for Z Cafe & Bar

2735 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612

Additional information

  • Cross street
    27th street
  • Neighborhood
    Oakland
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 11:00 am–2:30 pm Tue–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    19th St Oakland BART Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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