Best Brunch Oakland

Last Updated on April 22, 2022 by Top Brunch Spots Staff

Looking for the best brunch Oakland this weekend? Great! Top Brunch Spots is the go to resource for brunch each and every weekend. On top of that, we’ve already done all the hard work for you. That includes filtering through the noise to provide you only the best bottomless, boozy drinks and tasty brunches in this weekend.

These brunch spots will be sure to be the highlight of your day.

Many restaurants serve a special brunch menu for Mother’s Day beyond your normal scrambled eggs, avocado toast, poached egg or smoked salmon and some even have a prix fixe menu so be sure to contact the restaurant and try to put in a reservation if you can. If not, don’t worry most restaurants will accommodate walk-ins on Mother’s Day.

So how does this work?

We pick our top choices based on the quality of the food, service, and consistency over time. We’ll start off by giving you the best options overall for brunch in Oakland and then follow up with links to different types of brunches in different neighborhoods ( and more) at the end of this page.

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NIDO

NIDO Description Farm-to-table Mexican restaurant. Artsy, industrial spot for modern farm-to-table Mexican cuisine & a full bar featuring tequila. Address: 444 Oak St, Oakland, CA 94607, United States Phone: +1 510-444-6436 Website: https://www.nidooakland.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 4-9pm| Monday: 4-9pm| Tuesday: Closed| Wednesday: Closed| Thursday: 4-9pm| Friday: 4-9pm| Saturday: 4-9pm

Piedmont Cafe & Bakery

Piedmont Cafe & Bakery Description Low-key stop for breakfast-to-lunch fare. Unfussy, easygoing local cafe featuring homey comfort breakfast & lunch staples plus coffee. Address: 4054 Piedmont Ave, Oakland, CA 94611, United States Phone: +1 510-653-8560 Website: https://m.facebook.com/pages/Piedmont-Cafe-Bakery/147224485305010 Store Hours: Sunday: 7am-3pm| Monday: 7am-3pm| Tuesday: 7am-3pm| Wednesday: 7am-3pm| Thursday: 7am-3pm| Friday: 7am-3pm| Saturday: 7am-3pm

Starline Social Club

Starline Social Club Description Airy lounge, bar & upstairs ballroom. Vintage-chic ground-floor bar & lounge plus an upstairs ballroom in a historic former saloon space. Address: 2236 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94612, United States Phone: +1 510-593-2109 Website: https://starlinesocialclub.com/ Store Hours:

Souley Vegan – Oakland, California 94607

Warm corner eatery preparing vegan versions of Louisiana-style soul food, plus cocktails & desserts.

Southern Café – Oakland, California 94602

Down-home Southern eatery serving up fried chicken, oxtails & collard greens for lunch & dinner.

Telegraph

Telegraph Description Trendy hangout for beer & grilled eats. Bustling, dog-friendly beer garden hangout with a variety of grilled eats & a relaxed outdoor patio. Address: 2318 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, United States Phone: +1 510-444-8353 Website: Telegraph oakland beeryland Store Hours: Sunday: 4-9pm| Monday: 4-9pm| Tuesday: 4-9pm| Wednesday: 4-9pm| Thursday: 4-9pm| Friday: 4-9pm|

Firebrand Artisan Breads

Firebrand Artisan Breads Description Wood fired artisan breads in hip digs. Industrial-style bakery offering handcrafted breads, sandwiches & pastries, plus baking classes. Address: 2343 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612, United States Phone: +1 510-594-9213 Website: https://www.firebrandbread.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 8am-2pm| Monday: 8am-2pm| Tuesday: 8am-2pm| Wednesday: 8am-2pm| Thursday: 8am-2pm| Friday: 8am-2pm| Saturday: 8am-2pm

Becky’s

Becky’s Description Welcoming option for familiar fare. Chinese staples, including dim sum, hot & sour soup & Sichuan chicken served in a comfy setting. Address: 5620 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618, United States Phone: +1 510-601-9888 Website: https://beckyschineserestaurant.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 11am-9pm| Monday: 11am-9pm| Tuesday: 11am-9pm| Wednesday: 11am-9pm| Thursday: 11am-9pm| Friday: 11am-9pm| Saturday: 11am-9pm

Rolling Dunes

Rolling Dunes Description Crepes & cafe eats in a colorful venue. Open, airy nook serves an array of sweet & savory crepes, plus cafe fare in a funky, colorful space. Address: 3331 Lakeshore Ave, Oakland, CA 94610, United States Phone: +1 510-836-3863 Website: https://rollingdunes.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 9am-2pm| Monday: 9am-2pm| Tuesday: 9am-2pm| Wednesday: 9am-2pm| Thursday:

Arizmendi Bakery

Arizmendi Bakery Description Co-op bakery for pizza, treats & breads. Simple, worker-owned bakery outpost crafting thin-crust pizza plus cookies, scones, breads & more. Address: 3265 Lakeshore Ave, Oakland, CA 94610, United States Phone: +1 510-268-8849 Website: https://arizmendilakeshore.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 8am-7pm| Monday: Closed| Tuesday: 8am-7pm| Wednesday: Closed| Thursday: 8am-7pm| Friday: 8am-7pm| Saturday: 8am-7pm

Kakui Sushi

Kakui Sushi Description Japanese fare in a small modern space. Creative Japanese fare highlighted in a small, contemporary dining room with a high ceiling. Address: 2060 Mountain Blvd, Oakland, CA 94611, United States Phone: +1 510-338-1188 Website: https://kakuisushi.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed| Monday: Closed| Tuesday: 4-8pm| Wednesday: 4-8pm| Thursday: 4-8pm| Friday: 4-8pm| Saturday: 4-8pm

Buttercup – Oakland, California 94607

Local, family-owned chain serving American fare from omelets to steak in a homey setting.

Tacos Guadalajara – Oakland, California 94601

Pho 84 – Oakland, California 94612

Modest spot serving traditional Vietnamese pho & other regional staples in casual surrounds.

Park Burger – Oakland, California 94602

Modern counter-serve joint offers sustainable, local burgers & draft brews in a minimalist interior.

Mariposa Baking Company – Oakland, California 94609

Gluten-free bakeshop for sweet & savory goods, from pastries to croutons, plus a daytime cafe menu.

Taqueria La Venganza – Oakland, California 94612

Cocobreeze Caribbean Restaurant and Bakery – Oakland, California 94601

Sidebar – Oakland, California 94610

Sleek eatery with a copper bar serving drinks & a blend of Mediterranean & American comfort foods.

Flower Lounge – Oakland, California 94602

Family-owned Chinese restaurant provides guests with familiar comfort eats in a cheerful atmosphere.

Shimizu Cuisine – Oakland, California 94611

Welcoming, minimalist Japanese eatery with a sushi bar, bento boxes & a broad selection of rolls.

Sakura Bistro Tapas & Sake Bar – Oakland, California 94607

Sit-down sushi bar & extensive sushi menu with Japanese small plates & dishes in a casual setting.

Taqueria El Farolito – Oakland, California 94601

Bustling no-frills taco shop serving ample portions of classic tacos, burritos, nachos & enchiladas.

Saysetha Thai – Oakland, California 94609

A vast menu of Thai classic dishes, cooked veggie upon request, at this casual mainstay eatery.

Wendy’s – Oakland, California 94618

Fast-food burger chain serving sides such as chili & baked potatoes.

Louisiana Fish & Chips – Oakland, California 94609

Low-key counter-serve offering Cajun-style fried seafood with Southern sides, plus tacos & burritos.

Mz Kettle’s BBQ – Oakland, California 94601

Tacos Sinaloa – Oakland, California 94606

Walk-up food truck doles out classic tacos, burritos & other Mexican comfort eats at the counter.

Lana’s – Oakland, California 94607

Ice cream parlor & cookie bakery dishing up many flavors in a spare, modern space.

Biryani Tika Kabab Halal Indian & Pakistani Cuisine – Oakland, California 94612

Zoodle Hot Bar – Oakland, California 94601

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Brotzeit Lokal

Brotzeit Lokal Description Waterfront German spot with a patio. Casual German-American eatery & bar with communal tables, counter seats & waterfront beer garden. Address: 1000 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA 94606, United States Phone: +1 510-645-1905 Website: HOME Store Hours: Sunday: 11am-8pm| Monday: Closed| Tuesday: 12-8:30pm| Wednesday: 12-8:30pm| Thursday: 12-8:30pm| Friday: 12-8:30pm| Saturday: 11am-8:30pm

iLava Hawaiian Barbeque

iLava Hawaiian Barbeque Description . Address: 1446 High St, Oakland, CA 94601, United States Phone: +1 510-261-9888 Website: https://order.online/store/ilava-hawaiian-barbecue-141430 Store Hours: Sunday: 11am-8:30pm| Monday: 11am-8:30pm| Tuesday: 11am-8:30pm| Wednesday: 11am-8:30pm| Thursday: 11am-8:30pm| Friday: 11am-8:30pm| Saturday: 11am-8:30pm

Caffè Chiave

Caffè Chiave Description Hot & cold coffee drinks & pastries. Hot & cold beverages are ordered at the counter beside a tempting display of sweets & pastries. Address: 4045 Piedmont Ave, Oakland, CA 94611, United States Phone: +1 510-658-2744 Website: https://www.caffechiave.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 7am-7:30pm| Monday: 7am-7:30pm| Tuesday: 7am-7:30pm| Wednesday: 7am-7:30pm| Thursday: 7am-7:30pm| Friday: 7am-7:30pm|

Extreme Pizza

Extreme Pizza Description Chain pizzeria with creative pies. Pizzeria chain specializing in innovative pies customized with unusual toppings. Address: 15 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, United States Phone: +1 510-808-5234 Website: https://www.extremepizza.com/location/extreme-pizza-oakland-california/ Store Hours: Sunday: 12-8pm| Monday: 11am-8pm| Tuesday: 11am-8pm| Wednesday: 11am-8pm| Thursday: 11am-9pm| Friday: 11am-10pm| Saturday: 12-10pm

Zella’s Soulful Kitchen – Oakland, California 94612

Soul-inspired American dishes & to-go options are served at this breakfast & lunch cafe.

Belly

Belly Description Asian fusion fare in a casual space. Laid-back cafe for Asian, Mexican & American dishes like pork-belly tacos & tempura onion rings. Address: 1901 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, United States Phone: +1 510-839-0000 Website: https://bellyuptown.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: Closed| Monday: 11am-9pm| Tuesday: 11am-9pm| Wednesday: 11am-9pm| Thursday: 11am-9pm| Friday: 11am-9pm| Saturday: 12-9pm

doña

doña Description Welcoming venue for modern Mexican fare. Contemporary Mexican plates, plus cocktails & aguas frescas, offered in spacious, rustic-cool digs. Address: 3770 Piedmont Ave, Oakland, CA 94611, United States Phone: +1 510-450-0522 Website: https://donaoakland.com/ Store Hours: Sunday: 11am-8pm| Monday: 11am-8pm| Tuesday: 11am-8pm| Wednesday: 11am-8pm| Thursday: 11am-8pm| Friday: 11am-9pm| Saturday: 11am-9pm

Belotti Ristorante E Bottega – Oakland, California 94618

Neighborhood bistro offering modern & classic Italian cuisine & wines served in a cozy space.

Bellanico Restaurant & Wine Bar – Oakland, California 94602

Bellanico Restaurant and Wine Bar Description Bustling spot for creative Italian fare. Housemade pasta, tasting menus & wine flights are offered at this smart Italian trattoria. Address: 4238 Park Blvd, Oakland, CA 94602, United States Phone: +1 510-336-1180 Website: https://www.bellanico.net/ Store Hours: Sunday: 5-8pm| Monday: Closed| Tuesday: 5-8pm| Wednesday: 5-8pm| Thursday: 5-8pm| Friday: 5-8:30pm| Saturday:

Nation’s Giant Hamburgers

Nation’s Giant Hamburgers Description Big burgers, all-day breakfast & pies. Fast-food chain featuring oversized burgers, all-day breakfast & lots of pies in a retro setting. Address: 317 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94607, United States Phone: +1 510-451-6350 Website: Home Store Hours: Sunday: 6am-2am| Monday: 6am-2am| Tuesday: 6am-2am| Wednesday: 6am-2am| Thursday: 6am-2am| Friday: 6am-2am| Saturday: 6am-2am

Taqueria El Paisa@.com

Taqueria El Paisa@.com Description Basic joint for casual Mexican eats. No-frills neighborhood spot serving up informal Mexican grub such as tacos, burritos & tortas. Address: 4610 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94601, United States Phone: +1 510-534-2180 Website: https://www.facebook.com/ELPAISA77/ Store Hours: Sunday: 9am-9pm| Monday: 9am-9pm| Tuesday: 9am-9pm| Wednesday: 9am-9pm| Thursday: 9am-9pm| Friday: 9am-9pm| Saturday: 9am-9pm