Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Claremont Elmwood, Oakland

Christoph B. • September 6, 2013Awesome almond croissant, greatly recommended!

Alice • February 18Top knotch chocolates. Very moist chocolate cake, not too sweet. So so good. Frozen Mexican chocolate is a must.

Benjamin O. • August 25, 2014The French toast is a must get, every time.

Salvina B. • March 7, 2013buttery croissants, slight crispy outside, amazing.

Quentin J. • February 21, 2010White pepper chocolate chip and Mayan chocolate are so good. Sweet with a little bit of spicy

Ashlyn G. • August 28, 2015The limeade with mint is to DIE FOR. Also the margarita pizza

Nabeel H. • December 6, 2017Great new spot in Claremont. They roast their own coffee, free wifi, plugs, great ambiance.

Sara R. • May 3, 2017Order this: Sushi rice & wonton chips, crab salad, ika salad (trust me), ahi, salmon, edamame, avocado (costs extra), spicy mayo. Topped with masago, garlic, sesame seeds, wasabi. SO GOOD!

V C. • July 15, 2019A nice variety of açai-based and other types fruit bowls, smoothies and interesting tea concoctions. Nice vibe but a pretty small place.

Linds • September 4, 2018For NYC people, this has a similar market feel to Il Buco Alimentari -- but with a more traditional red sauce menu. Pure comfort food, & portions are generous. Highly recommend the pasticciata sauce.

David L. • June 12, 2018Flame broiled burgers and chili cheese fries can’t be beat! Great for takeaway or eat in on their patio!

Jonathan G. • January 8, 2011Lemon pepper prawns have had me coming back for nearly 10 years... Def a must have!

Travis C. • July 6, 2015Jalapeno coleslaw was very generously sized, filled with fresh cilantro and red onion. Fast service.

Diana A. • June 18, 2018Seasonal cantaloupe flavor with tofu is great! Sesame one is awesome too. Not overly sweet, very smooth 😊

Dana B. • November 18, 2009Ive been to all of the Gordo's and this is the best. Get two quesadillas on corn tortillas, each with a different meat... don't forget the guac and sour cream and I guarantee you will be happy. No B

Maggie A. • January 5, 2023HOT TAKE, this place is underrated. Get the London Fog (comes in a bowl, really)

Kathleen O. • July 25, 2017Delicious egg sandwiches. My favorite is egg and cheese on a croissant

Brian S. • April 30, 2018Best espresso in the neighborhood. Decadent sweets — a few unique donut options were great.

Nabeel H. • January 19, 2019Great ambiance, perfect for dinner before movie at Elmwood theatre or walking up to Berkeley football.

Keith F. • February 15, 2020You can not go wrong with the Mediterranean plate, both meat options are amazing.

J-Mo • April 1, 2011I always get the wonton soup!

Shina • May 29, 2014Best Chicken Tikka in the Bay! Also, when you order Samosa's, don't forget to get the tamarind chutney, makes it waaay better!

Brian S. • March 8, 2023Really special brunch destination. Excellent. Indulgent, American menu — made all the more special when they provided a small cake for my wife’s birthday as a surprise.

Andrew R. • February 5, 2014Great tea and great service. Loved the Hong Kong milk tea.

Tom M. • January 11, 2021Burgers are 50% off on Sunday evenings; come with a side salad. It was really good & great value!

Dharminder S. • January 12, 2012Mushroom stew, red lentils are very good.

Cassandra S. • July 11, 2016Love their make your own latte and my favorite summer drink is the Hibiscus Iced tea lemonade!

Fathima D. • March 5, 2018Decent food, a bit pricey but normal for hotels.

Pamela W. • April 20, 2018First time at this restaurant, went for lunch and had an amazing shrimp dish with broccoli, chow fun noodles, snow peas. Seasoned to perfection. Would definitely go back.