Blackberry Bistro — Restaurant in Oakland

What an experience! From the first moment I walked in, I was greeted by the most beautiful and charming waitress. The inside was very colorful as was the new and unique menu. Every single item on the menu sparked my interest. I wish I had a bigger stomach. As a chef I get very bored of menus these days with the same options wherever you go. Almost as if people have lost their love of food or ability to create. This place is everything but that! Healthy, beautiful, mouth watering menu items with fresh and unique ingredients. To start I ordered a pot of chai tea. It was brought to me in a small iron kettle. The aroma was memorizing and once it hit my pallet I was transported to another time and place. All the stress of my morning commute just washed away and I was suddenly able to truly take in the morning morning all around me. For my entree I ordered the South East African special. The fava beans with garlic bread. It was a cultural culinary masterpiece. An explosion of flavors from the first taste. I ate it as slowly as I could to really soak in and cherish each carefully crafted bite. My waitress was very attentive and kind and I was even given the option for more garlic bread for my dish when I started to run low. Even the bathroom was an unexpected little gem beautifully decorated. This dining experience was one for the books and although I live hours away, I will be back here as often as I can and share this BEAUTIFUL BISTRO with as many people as possible. Support this business. Spend your money here. Let's keep this place going as long as they desire. We need more food and more people...

I ordered a frittata. It was supposed to have sausage, corn, pesto, spinach, and cheese. Oh, and it was supposed to be a FRITTATA (baked egg dish mixed with cream, veggies, meat, cheese, etc.). It was a scramble of just sausage, corn, and cheese, wasn't seasoned at all and the eggs were fried pretty firmly. I waited for the waitress to come to my table but I had to flag her down. I told her I had no pesto or spinach and she told the chef and he came to my table and said they were definitely in there because he mixes them in when he's scrambling the eggs. If that were the case, I would be able to see green and taste pesto and spinach. I asked him to remake my dish and he skirted my request and instead offered to bring "extra" on the side but I didn't want to put cold pesto and spinach on my also now cold, hard eggs. I just said, alright, if you say it's in the, fine. And he said, "whatever you want! I can bring you more!" But I said no. At this point I was so disappointed, I decided to leave. The waitress and even the chef were both quite nice, neither were rude. But the chef just wasn't interested in correcting...

If you're looking for a delightful dining experience, look no further than Blackberry Bistro! From the moment you step inside, the cozy and comforting atmosphere envelops you, making it the perfect spot to unwind. The decor is charming, creating a warm vibe that invites you to linger over your meal.

The food at Blackberry Bistro is simply outstanding. Each dish is crafted with care, bursting with flavor and showcasing fresh ingredients.

What truly sets Blackberry Bistro apart is the hospitality. The owner is a gem! She’s warm, sweet, and genuinely caring about your experience. You feel like a valued guest rather than just another customer. This personal touch makes your visit even more special, as you’re welcomed like family.

Blackberry Bistro is a must-visit for anyone who appreciates great food and...