Rustic Mexican restaurant with fluorescent lighting and a vibey music atmosphere. Space feels like a stylish Baja taqueria with a basic interior and limited seating. Offers authentic, elevated Mexican cuisine with both meat and vegetarian options.
Offers authentic, well-crafted Mexican food with a more elevated style but no pomp. Dishes come out quickly, look great, and deliver high quality at very reasonable prices.
Tacos come fresh and tasty with flawlessly fried pescado and well-dressed fillings like chorizo and chicken tinga that are spicy but not greasy. Options include vegan mushroom and Soyrizo, all priced around $4 and packed with protein.
"The Mexican food here, especially the tacos, is packed with flavor."
"These tacos are fantastic, with moist meat and great flavor."
"The tacos here are great, especially the chorizo tinga."
Good to know
Alma Bar Cocina is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Tacos cost only $4 and come in large portions.
The restaurant offers both meat and vegetarian options.
Mexican restaurant inside a lively market with open seating and a cute patio area. Atmosphere feels relaxed and happy, welcoming dogs and featuring live music. The place fills up at lunchtime and offers a self-service style in a spacious setting.
Food features authentic Mexican flavors with fresh ingredients and reasonably priced dishes. Tacos and passed appetizers stand out for their delicious taste and quality.
Tacos come with flavorful fillings and a variety of toppings for easy customization. Options include vegetarian tacos and a notable pork pineapple taco.
Good to know
Las Guerreras is located inside Swan’s Market in uptown Oakland.
The area gets packed at lunchtime, so plan accordingly.
Parking is street parking, so watch out for restrictions.
Mexican restaurant offers huge burritos and heavily topped tacos with exceptionally good salsa. Cozy and welcoming atmosphere suits quick lunches and brunch. Portions are large and prices reasonable.
Plates come really well filled with food that tastes super yummy. Prices stay decent for the amount served.
Tacos come heavily topped, making the tortillas hard to fold. Fish tacos stand out as delicious and the overall taco quality is wonderful.
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They accept debit and credit cards for payment.
Prices are reasonable for the portion sizes offered.
The taqueria has been a local favorite for many years.
Spacious dining area with an open kitchen and walls of windows showcases local art and a courtyard garden. Atmosphere stays relaxed and welcoming, with dim lighting and soft Peruvian music creating a cozy vibe. Full espresso and cocktail bars offer top-notch mezcal and passion fruit margaritas, while the patio provides a warm urban outdoor setting.
Food here features a deviled egg with blue crab appetizer and a rum cake dessert. The menu offers delicious dishes paired with excellent cocktails and attentive service.
Fish tacos stand out with very delicious flavors, while pork tacos offer a finger-licking experience. Oysters pair well with tacos, especially during happy hour specials.
Good to know
Happy hour runs daily from 3 to 6 pm with $2 oysters.
Valet parking is available at the Marriott across the street.
Bocanova has outdoor seating that is dog-friendly and equipped with heaters.
Sushi restaurant offers a warm, inviting ambiance with a traditional Japanese vibe and seating for both small and large groups. The atmosphere feels cozy yet modern, suitable for casual or group dining. Many sake options complement the fresh, high-quality sushi served here.
Szechuan dishes stand out with mapo tofu, cucumber salad, and fried green beans offering fresh, juicy flavors. Sushi here features fresh raw fish alongside a menu blending both cuisines.
Fish tacos stand out with their unique flavor and serve as a popular appetizer option. They offer a different taste compared to typical tacos.
Good to know
Happy hour runs from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM with food and drink specials.
Parking is validated at the restaurant for customers.
The restaurant offers a unique menu combining Japanese and Szechuan cuisines.
Mexican restaurant with halal menu and large portions offers a hip, cute vibe with ample seating including some outdoor tables. It stays busy late, serving as a popular spot for late-night food cravings. The atmosphere features good decor and music, creating a lively yet comfortable setting.
Mexican food here stands out for its phenomenal flavor and delicious quality. The menu offers Halal options that combine authentic taste with excellent service.
Birria tacos stand out with rich, authentic flavors similar to those in Mexico. The menu also features quesabirria, super steak, and shrimp tacos, all praised for their delicious taste.
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Maya Halal Taqueria is primarily a takeout restaurant with no indoor seating.
Expect high prices; 10 tacos cost around $80.
The portions are large enough for two meals for some customers.
Bar offers an impressive interior with a beautiful rooftop patio featuring outdoor heaters. Music ranges from chill throwback R&B and hip-hop to live band performances, creating a vibrant and warm atmosphere that supports local talent. Crowd enjoys a mix of lively energy and easy conversation with well-balanced ambient sound.
Food here has good portions and is well priced. The fish is well cooked, and overall the food quality is really good with some dishes standing out.
Street tacos offer a flavorful tour of the kitchen with Carne Asada standing out. They pair well with sides like Red Beans and Rice and Catfish.
Good to know
Reservations are recommended for rooftop dining to ensure a spot.
There is a $5 processing fee for card payments at the bar.
Entry fee is $15 per person to support local talent during events.
Burrito spot with a viejita charm and school vibe offers strictly to-go service with no seating. Prices stay under $10, making it an affordable choice downtown. Regulars praise the authentic, filling burritos and standout chicken tostada.
Food arrives quickly and tastes fresh. Ground beef tacos stand out as a distinctive dish. The team preparing the food shows great skill and care.
Ground beef tacos stand out with excellent flavor and a hot sauce that enhances the taste. Some tacos come off as basic and less flavorful.
Good to know
The restaurant is strictly to-go, and parking can be hectic but is worth it.
The price with tax is less than $10.
Bring cash for tips, as credit card payments don't allow for tipping.