Restaurants near Rainbow Recreation Center

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1. Bardo Lounge & Supper Club

4.9

Exceptional(510)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Oakland

Booked 41 times today

Recommended in the MICHELIN Guide for California 2021-2023. Located in Oakland’s historic Grand Lake District, Bardo is a neighborhood lounge and restaurant inspired by the comfort and camaraderie of a mid-century dinner party. Drawing on the celebration and elegance of old school entertaining, we envisioned a space for friends and neighbors to enjoy amazing food, cocktails, conversation and great music. Our lounge is a swank living room, furnished with hand-picked finds from antique and vintage markets from Palm Springs to Portland. Our mezzanine dining room features a rotating menu of fresh, seasonal supper-fare with local and sustainably sourced meats, fish and produce. While we think the food, drinks and atmosphere are all great reasons to visit us, it’s the relationships with our friends, neighbors and guests that is the driving force behind Bardo.

2. Jo's Modern Thai

4.7

Exceptional(47)

££££Price: Expensive

• Thai • Oakland

Booked 20 times today

Jo's Modern Thai is a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant in Oakland's Laurel District.Born from the cultural exchange between Oakland native Kao Saelee and his wife Jo, Jo's Modern Thai embodies vibrant Thai flavors with a modern twist. The menu blends bold, balanced Thai dishes with creative, irreverent approaches. Highlights include smoky barbecue brisket drunken noodles and a laab-inspired pork burger, with customizable spice levels to suit all palates.Jo's celebrates the deep connections between food, culture, and community, reimagining traditional recipes with Thai and Californian flair. We prioritize thoughtful sourcing, partnering with local farmers and artisans to showcase the best seasonal ingredients. Our curated selection of wines and inventive craft cocktails further elevates the experience, inviting guests to savor the flavors of Thailand in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

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3. Paradiso - San Leandro

4.7

Exceptional(2005)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • San Leandro

Booked 49 times today

Welcome to Paradiso! We are open daily from 11:30am to 9:00 pm (closing at 9:30pm on Friday & Saturday). Whether you are looking for a birthday, anniversary, romantic dinner for two, corporate event in our private dining room, or anything in between, your great experience is waiting for you. With our award winning Level 2 Wine Spectator list, craft cocktail program, and "everything made from scratch" menu, Paradiso's California inspired Italian seafood and steakhouse has been a crowd favorite for nearly three decades. By booking your anniversary with us on open table, you get a anniversary Gift Card, so come celebrate with us! We also have takeout and delivery available, please check our website for hours and details.

4. Trabocco

4.8

Exceptional(3538)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Alameda

Booked 21 times today

Chef-owner, Giuseppe Naccarelli presents a seasonally inspired menu of classic Italian dishes with a modern twist, influenced by the cuisine of his native region of Abruzzo. A Trabocco is a unique fishing pier found along the Adriatic coast of Abruzzo. Architect and Designer Lev Weisbach of Weisbach Architecture|Design was inspired by the beautiful Trabocchi of Abruzzo when he created his spectacular design. With its reclaimed wood ceilings, dramatic copper encased fireplace, and modern bar Trabocco is warm and welcoming yet strikingly dramatic and modern.

5. Marzano

4.8

Exceptional(1066)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Oakland

Booked 21 times today

Just like the small family-owned trattorias of Italy, Marzano is simple, rustic, and generous in spirit. Executive Chef, Robert Holt, draws his inspiration from Southern-Italy, with an emphasis on wood-fired Neapolitan pizza.

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6. CocoBreeze Caribbean Restaurant and Bakery

4.0

Excellent(3)

££££Price: Moderate

• Caribbean • Oakland

Booked 1 time today

Authentic Caribbean Restaurant & Bakery. Our Executive Chef & Owner, Annabelle Goodridge is from the sweet islands of Trinidad and Tobago. Chef Ann skillfully crafts vibrant, nostalgic West Indian cuisine w/ a modern twist. Accompanied by her daughter Merissa Lyons, this dynamic duo bridges savory & sweet w/ tradition & modern tech to bring you a truly unique immersive Caribbean experience. We also feature freshly made Superfood Juices, a full Bakery, as well a variety of Vegan, Gluten-Free options, full service Catering and Event planning. Our clientele enjoys classic Caribbean cuisine, including but not limited to braised oxtails, jerk chicken, vegan fish, curry jackfruit, trini doubles, whole fried Escovitch, & Jamaican patties. Our restaurant attracts locals from all over California's Bay Area, as well as out-of-town visitors. We offer socially distanced outdoor dining, pick-up, and delivery. We also offer full-service Catering services. Taste the islands!

7. Alley & Vine

4.2

Awesome(783)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Alameda

Booked 1 time today

Alley & Vine showcases the California bounty - beautiful produce, pristine seafood, livestock raised with care. Each cocktail is hand-crafted with a reverence for season and quality. The wine list is one of the most preeminent in Alameda, featuring both domestic & international options.But most of all, Alley & Vine is a warm, welcoming place to enjoy yourself and the company of those you care about. Our team is a family and we want to care for you & yours.

8. Yoshi's Oakland

4.7

Exceptional(8364)

££££Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Oakland

Booked 39 times today

Yoshi's has served Japan's best traditional dishes to Bay Area patrons since 1972. The menu highlights artfully arranged sushi, fresh grilled seafood, classic Japanese dishes, and vegetarian fare. Patrons can kick off their shoes in the traditional Japanese tatami seating or dine at tables. Expert sushi chefs create sushi and sashimi to order either in the restaurant or in the jazz house. Start the evening in the cocktail lounge before dinner or have a nightcap after taking in a show in the jazz house.

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9. Grand Lake Kitchen - Dimond

4.6

Exceptional(273)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Oakland

Booked 20 times today

May and David Wasem's second Grand Lake Kitchen location offers the same uplifted American classics and warm hospitality as you've come to expect from the original but in a larger, more accessible and central location of the Dimond District in Oakland. An all-day cafe specializing in brunch and dinner! Maximum party size for regular reservations is 15. GLK Dimond houses a spacious dining room, full bar, two outdoor patios (dog friendly), private dining room, take-out counter, and retail wine and gift store

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10. Top Hatters Kitchen & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(639)

££££Price: Expensive

• Global, International • San Leandro

Booked 22 times today

Top Hatters Kitchen and Bar is a modern neighborhood restaurant, that has secured a place on the SF Chronicle's top 100 list and has been honored with a Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition. We serve an eclectic mix of rustic made-from-scratch dishes, celebrating the wonderful textures that make up our neighborhoods. We offer a mingling of small and large plates, meant to be shared, always nuanced and inspired by what we harvest from our neighboring small farms. Our food is approachable, eschewing complicated names, and bohemian in spirit as we are nonconforming and unconventional—sophisticated only in the way we can weave different ethnic influences and ingredients together.

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Updated on 14/03/2025

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Janette
Orlando / Central Florida East •4 reviews
5.0
Dined today
It was my first time here, and Italian food is one of my favorite or to say top of my list when it comes to dining, I really liked the place, I seated by the bar love the vibes so cozy.
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Paradiso - San LeandroPrice: Expensive• Italian• San Leandro
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food, as always was fantastic. Our waitress, Greta, made our evening even better with her sincere dedication to her profession; you should most certainly dine here.
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TraboccoPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Alameda
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4.8
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LaurenB
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 Mar 2025
10/10 service!!! The staff was absolutely incredible! Good was great but fairly pricey. We will definitely go back for special occasions.
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Jo's Modern ThaiPrice: Expensive• Thai• Oakland
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4.7
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SusanVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •83 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 Mar 2025
Alwys a fun experience. Food is somewhat bland and more side option swaps should be available for the price of entrees. Servers and staff friendly and good.
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SpeisekammerPrice: Moderate• German• Alameda
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4.7
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Eric
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on 10 Aug 2024
Phenomenal! The food is really authentic! Definitely worth the trip to Oakland.
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CocoBreeze Caribbean Restaurant and BakeryPrice: Moderate• Caribbean• Oakland
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