Eat. Drink. Repeat. From neighborhood gems and food trucks to Michelin star restaurants, “Feast Your Way Through the East Bay” during the 10 days of Oakland Restaurant Week 2023.
This Pacific Renaissance Plaza spot is a restaurant within a restaurant. Set on the second floor, it shares acreage with Sakura as well as the patio that overlooks downtown Oakland. The room is simple, with a host stand greeting diners. A long bar resides on the left; white booth seating on the right; and black tables run down the middle. A striking wall display of bottles puts diners in the mood for a sip before they sup.
Service can be spotty, but all is forgiven when the Sichuan menu, complete with the classics, is presented. Portions are hefty, so bring a buddy and indulge in such refreshing starters as a lotus root salad with ginger and garlic sauce. This may be tailed by the likes of fiery mapo tofu or chongqing chicken for a tongue-numbing finish.
