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Wood Tavern, Oakland, CA
Award-winning

Wood Tavern

4.8
4.8
2826 Reviews
$31 to $50
Gastro Pub

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Wood Tavern is nestled into a charming neighborhood shopping district on bustling College Avenue. Serving a hearty American Brasserie style menu. The contemporary loft- like space houses a dining room filled with "butcher block' tables, a comfy, copper topped bar and a chef's counter where you can dine watching the chef in action.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (510) 654-6607
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Esteban Escobar
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate up to 28 for semi-private parties. For buy-outs the Tavern can accommodate up to 40 for sit-down dinner. Contact restaurant directly for information.
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Oakland
  • Cross street
    Alcatraz
  • Parking details
    Metered street parking until 6:00PM and non-metered side street parking available all day.
  • Public transit
    Rockridge BART is 5 blocks away. A major thoroughfare for bus lines, including the 51 and 151
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,826 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wood Tavern in the East Bay is a neighborhood gem known for its "spectacular" food, "terrific ambiance," and consistently "great service." Regulars rave about the pork chop and pastrami sandwich, while the diverse menu and vibrant atmosphere make it a favorite for both lunch and dinner. Reservations recommended!

2,826 Reviews
  1. George

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our absolute go-to place in the East Bay. Everything is great.

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  2. Shelby

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All around fabulous! Never disappoints and was a perfect evening of great food, great wine, and amazing service for my husband’s birthday.

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  3. Erin Shika

    VIP

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite neighborhood spot for a cozy evening filled with delicious meals and special service.

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  4. Jack

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been eating here for 30 plus years. Food has always been excellent and super wait staff. Great location

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  5. Pepper

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our second visit in two months. We really enjoy the casual elegance of the building itself. Such nice, warm interior setting. The food is beyond compare. The depth of flavors are intense from the starter of roasted brussels sprouts to the scrumptuous day boat scallops on cheese risotto, boom! The sticky date cake was off the hook, rich. Go now!

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  6. Angelica

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Henry, our server of many years was lovely per usual.

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  7. Ron

    VIP

    San Francisco

    36 reviews

    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    It was a cold day and for some reason they kept the back door open. It was freezing in the dining room. Good service, excellent food, CLOSE THE DOOR!

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  8. Melonie

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dining experience and the staff members are all so amazing and accommodating—luv them!

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  9. Laurie

    VIP

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and excellent service, as always. Our favorite neighborhood restaurant.

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  10. Elizabeth

    VIP

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My friend and I really enjoy this restaurant. The menu changes regularly which is nice. The wait staff are very helpful. We are big about sharing so the wait staff splits our mains for easy eating. We will be back soon.

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FAQs

Wood Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (510) 654-6607.

Wood Tavern is rated 4.8 stars by 2826 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Wood Tavern

6317 College Ave., Oakland, CA 94618

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Cross street
    Alcatraz
  • Neighborhood
    Oakland
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Metered street parking until 6:00PM and non-metered side street parking available all day.
  • Public transit
    Rockridge BART is 5 blocks away. A major thoroughfare for bus lines, including the 51 and 151
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Esteban Escobar
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (510) 654-6607
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate up to 28 for semi-private parties. For buy-outs the Tavern can accommodate up to 40 for sit-down dinner. Contact restaurant directly for information.
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