Penrose
| Address: | 3311 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA 94610, USA |
| Phone: | +1 510-444-1649 |
| Site: | penroseoakland.com |
| Rating: | 4.4 |
| Working: | 5:30–10PM 5:30–10PM 5:30–10PM 5:30–10PM 5:30–11:30PM 10AM–2PM 10AM–2PM |
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Shannon Kelly
I want to like them more sooo badly ( theyre so close to five stars). The cocktails are great -- balanced and generally very well done. They encourage plates to be shared; some are sizable enough for sharing others are more appetizer sized. Like the meatballs. The meatballs are absolutely delicious, but three meatballs in a very small sized pot of sauce is all one can devour, share it between two or more and everybodys left wanting. Two people dining need to order about four items off the menu to be satiated. Not a horrible thing, but with prices as they are, if you have a couple drinks a piece (or a cocktail and a bottle), youll leave spending close to $100 a piece (with tip). You will leave satisfied, just be prepared for the expense. Food and drinks truly are very good, definitely better than Ive had down the street (at multiple places), at similar prices. With all said and done, if you really want to have Charlie Hallowells food, but at a slightly lower price point, you might want to go across the street to Boot & Shoe if youre okay with pizza and salad. But if youre looking to impress a dining mate, come here, youll find well-prepared food, and menu that everybody can find something to order from.
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Erika Ramirez
i stopped at this restaurant after visiting the newly opened "grand fare market" next door. the decor and atmosphere i liked. the food that we got was delish... but not for what we paid? the concept is that everything is supposed to be served family style, so maybe i didnt get it? the honest vibe i got from the place was that they were trying to as upscale as SF or Napa but nothing stuck out great enough to make the place memorable. the food was good, but not good enough IMHO. id probably not pick to come back unless it was for a get together, birthday or whatnot.
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Gregory Pearson
Great Hamachi Crudo; fair steelhead rillettes (really quite boring); super drinks: The Cerulian Hart is a wonderful pineapple/rum based drink with a great kick of ginger. Desserts were fine, if pedestrian. The tables are comfortable, service is non-oppressive and the staff seems very kind. Noise level is a little high, and weekends are hopelessly crowded. Slightly overpriced on the whole, but convenient and a good addition to the neighborhood.
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Kelly Seal
Great ambiance. The interior design is creative Service is wonderful. On a Saturday night, its hard to have a conversation without yelling while band is playing. I enjoyed the music but would have appreciated the volume be turned down a little. Food tastes fabulous. Unusual food combinations that work. I feet portions were on the lighter side and I left hungry. otherwise they would get a 5 star rating.
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Steven Dorst
This seems like a really nice place. But I cant really review the food or the service because my visit was for a closed event with a special, fixed menu. The service I received as unobtrusive and polite - exactly what the event organizers wanted as the courses were served in between speakers. The food - and drinks - I had were excellent - and that bodes well for ordering off their regular menu.
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Sebastian Castrechini
Good food and some interesting stuff on the menu, but frankly doesnt stand out from other places that have the same concept and aesthetic cropping up all over Oakland. We had to wait a while for a table, the space is very loud, and the prices seem high, so just doesnt seem worth the effort to go here as opposed to so many of the other good dining options close by.
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Nick Benson
Hostess made a huge faux pau asked me to move over in the waiting area. Are you seriously asking a customer to make room for a walk-in you seat before me? Ive been cut in line 4xs. Fire this woman. Why dont I cook my own food, serve it to myself and then tip you 30% at the end?... STFU and dont ask customers to do anything other what you want to eat. #service
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Leonardo Rossetti
Fantastic atmosphere with several different seating options: at the bar, shared table, individual tables. This means the place is comfy for every occasion. They have a nice tapas menu, a nice wood fired grill and an amazing selection of alcohol and cocktails. Service is friendly and fast. Dont miss it!
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Javid Jamae
Great food, wonderful atmosphere. The menu changes all the time, so its hard to recommend something specific. Youll love it if youre adventurous and like to share delicious, innovative dishes with friends and family. There can be a very long wait around dinner time do make sure you make a reservation!
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Kyle Kurani
Cant say enough good things. The food is original, beautiful, served by a great staff and delicious. We came for dinner, they changed out the salad I ordered incorrectly and brought me the one I had meant to order with no problem. Their cocktail program is great too. Homemade Pimms Cup was awesome.
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Megan Stevenson
This place is awesome! Great for a bar or restaurant. They even have live music later in the evening. The food is great, service is awesome and the cocktails strong! I went with a group and we had an awesome time. Ill totally be back!
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Lucille Yee
Not a fan of the communal bar seating arrangement. Food looks nice but lacking tastewise and size wise. It is cool how you can see right into the kitchen. Have to give credit to the bone marrow. That was pretty good.
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Cyrus G
Very tasty small dishes. Eclectic jazz / R&B outfit playing too a couple Sundays ago. Nice large windows looking out to Grand Ave. get there early for your reservation because parking is tough. Valet would be nice.
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Brian Ripley
Always a wonderful assortment of delicious small plates and entrees. Warm, friendly atmosphere and superior service. Tend to go earlier in the evening as it can get loud later on. Love this place.
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Cweedhopper Weedhopper
Penrose is simply the best place to be on a Sunday evening from 8:30 to 10:30 awesome food great atmosphere great staff and the music is just unbelievable. One love Hopper
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Coby Ben-Poorat
Sunday Jazz Jam was an unexpected addition to a late romantic dinner. They gad run out of a lot of food options by then but it was still worth the visit.
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L G
Ambiance is great. I honestly wanted to love their food, but after having dinner there twice I cannot say its good. Most probably is me not them
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Brittany Roberts
Great food and excellent cocktails. Can be a little overpriced for what you get but in the end i wasnt too unhappy paying for the flavor.
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Matthew Latkiewicz
Probably the best designed restaurant in Oakland. The food and drink are incredible. Its expensive, but worth saving up for.
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Cheyenne Waldman
This place has a great vibe! Fun and lively but also classy with great food and drinks. One of my neighborhood favorites :)
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Brook Shelley
Very tasty chicken sandwich and beignets. There’s tons of veggie options, and the coffee was pretty good for a brunch spot.
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Jennifer Michels
Most beautiful restaurant establishment ever. Love the music, the servers, the food. Ca style fresh. An absolute treat.
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Dustin Stuflick
Food tastes great, they add salt and oil to everything. Great atmosphere. Portions are for people who ate earlier.
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marianne m
Very easy to hear your friends and great food! The wait service was very nice and helpful!
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Scott Harris
One of my favorite spots in Oakland! Great drinks and live music on Friday nights.
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Natasha Novick
Loved every dish. We ordered 10 different dishes and each dish was delightful!
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Bijan Saenic
Very chic Farm-to-table menu and communal atmosphere...will definitely return.
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Hari Kumar
Fantastic restaurant. Live music at brunch on weekends makes it extra special.
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Julian Bialowas
Amazing beautiful dishes served by a wonderful team in a gorgeous building.
