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Bocanova, Oakland, CA

Bocanova

4.7
4.7
43 Reviews
$30 and under
Latin American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
Bocanova is a Pan-American Grill & Restaurant celebrating new world ingredients, many of which are often associated with the old world because of their heavy influence on our favorite European cuisines.

Where would Italy be without corn (polenta) and tomatoes, or Ireland without potatoes, or France without haricots vert and pole beans all of which originated in the new world. What would Asian cuisine be without peppers and rice and this is just the tip of the iceberg. We aim To celebrate the bounty of New World ingredients through the creative interpretation of indigenous dishes from South, Central and North America.

To provide a casual environment that encourages our guests to nourish both body and soul through the sharing of meals with friends and family.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Peruvian, Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00 Sat, Sun 12:00–16:30 Dinner Mon–Fri 15:00–20:30 Sat 16:30–20:00 Sun 16:30–19:00
  • Phone number
    (510) 497-1111
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Rick Hackett
  • Private party facilities
    We have a semi private events space in our Atrium adjacent to the main dining room that sits up to 55 guests, for more information please contact martin@bocanovaoakland.com.
  • Area
    Oakland
  • Cross Street
    11th Street
  • Parking details
    For Parking please head over to the valet parking at the Marriott Hotel and mention that you are dining a Bocanova and show them your receipt when picking up for a flat $20 parking fee.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

Offers

  • Happiest Hour in Town at Bocanova

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 15:00 - 18:00
    Happy Hour every day from 3-6pm in the Bar and Front Patio. Enjoy a selection of our craft cocktails and delicious appetizers at exclusive prices. Whether you're looking to unwind after a long day or catch up with friends, our Happy Hour is the perfect opportunity to savor great food and drinks in a relaxed atmosphere and the best part it is available on Saturday and Sunday too! Happy Hour Highlights: Ceviches - Raw Bar Argentinian Empanadas Assorted Tacos and Freshly made Guacamole Cocktails Broadway: Bourbon and Passion Fruit Mezcal and Tequila Margaritas 3 options of house wines 6 Beers on draft

    Happiest Hour in Town at Bocanova photo

What 43 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bocanova in Oakland offers a "fantastic" dining experience with a menu featuring highlights like ceviche, scallops, and the must-try Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding. Guests rave about the "attentive service" and "delicious" food, making it a perfect spot for gatherings. The vibrant atmosphere, enhanced by stunning murals, consistently delights patrons.

43 Reviews
  1. gayle

    San Francisco

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always order their delicious deviled eggs…superb! Had the Sunday Supper. Appetizer, main course and dessert for only $40. A delicious bargain! Bocanova is an Oakland treasure. We have fewer and fewer of such gleaming stars in our beleaguered city. Let’s be sure to support them!

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  2. RICHARD

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great, the construction noise going on next to the restaurant not so good. But overall, without the construction noise, the experience was great.

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  3. Maya

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow this was such a wonderful experience! Food is amazing just as service! We’ll be back

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  4. Helena

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Martin is a wonderful host! Patio seating was lovely.

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  5. Margaret

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious. The waitress was very helpful answering all of our questions.

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  6. Mary

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere and delicious food. Service was good. Would definitely recommend.

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  7. Melanie

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Francisco was great! Try the ceviche verde, deviled eggs, and shrimp po boy.

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  8. Joseph

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Lobster Cioppino excellent!! and got us in and out quick so we could make it to opening night at Oakland Symphony

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  9. Paula

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 15 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food. Excellent welcoming service and a comfortable environment conducive for having great conversations. I look forward to returning to Bocanova soon.
    BocanovaResponded on 19 October 2024
    Thanks for the feedback, Paula! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and found our service to be welcoming. It's always our goal to create a comfortable environment for our guests to enjoy great conversations. We're delighted that we could provide you with a memorable experience. We look forward to welcoming you back to Bocanova soon!

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  10. Eric

    San Francisco

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 13 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's a great space that's really open with all the windows. Our food was excellent, and the service was very nice. We'll be back.
    BocanovaResponded on 19 October 2024
    Thanks for visiting us, Eric! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the open space and found our food to be excellent. It's wonderful to hear that our service met your expectations. We're always striving to provide the best for our guests, and your feedback is invaluable to us. We're looking forward to your next visit to Bocanova.

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FAQs

Bocanova is rated 4.7 stars by 43 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Bocanova

1111 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94607

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    11th Street
  • Area
    Oakland
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00 Sat, Sun 12:00–16:30 Dinner Mon–Fri 15:00–20:30 Sat 16:30–20:00 Sun 16:30–19:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Latin American, Peruvian, Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    For Parking please head over to the valet parking at the Marriott Hotel and mention that you are dining a Bocanova and show them your receipt when picking up for a flat $20 parking fee.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Rick Hackett
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
    (510) 497-1111
  • Private party facilities
    We have a semi private events space in our Atrium adjacent to the main dining room that sits up to 55 guests, for more information please contact martin@bocanovaoakland.com.
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