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Calabash, Oakland, CA

Calabash

4.1
4.1
76 Reviews
$30 and under
Jamaican

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 3 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
  • Good for groups
Like its namesake, Calabash—restaurant, market and bar in Uptown Oakland—is a place of global innovation; a home for creative local chefs and producers to bring the uniqueness of their culture and flavors to The Town.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Jamaican, Home cooking, Caribbean
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (510) 844-4631
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Collection of chefs

Offers

  • Local's Night Out 10% Off

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 9:45 AM - 1:45 PM, 3:00 PM - 8:15 PM,Thu - Sat - 9:45 AM - 1:45 PM
    Wednesday is Local Night Out at Calabash ALL DAY - Come Join Us! 10% off all food and nights and music by DJ Hendoc

    Local's Night Out 10% Off Photo

What 76 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1
4.1 based on all time ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Calabash offers a vibrant dining experience with "fabulous jerk chicken" and "tender roasted beef." Known for its "great Jamaican dishes," the restaurant receives praise for its "attentive service" and lively atmosphere. While some brunch reviews were mixed, many highlight it as a "local fun spot" worth visiting, especially for its community focus.

76 Reviews
  1. William

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Friendly people working. Great cocktails and wine. Get the oxtails!

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  2. Kasey

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was great and so was the food. It’s a lovely place that we knew nothing about. We just took a chance and we’re glad we did.

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  3. Danielle

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Calabash was AMAZING. I was with a large group and the owner and staff still made it feel like each person mattered. The food was great, had the oxtails, pasta and plantains. Some of the best oxtails I have had. It was great to meet the owner and to realize this place is not just a restaurant it is a hub for the betterment of the community. I will be back EVERY time I am in Oakland!

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  4. Crystal

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you haven’t been to Calabash before, make it a point to do so and than add it to your dining list.

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  5. Brandi

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I had a reservation for 1pm, I was running behind and tried to call but no one answered and the Sunday hours were posted as 10-3. I got there just before 2 and it was closed.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Generous portions of tasty food, and great attentive service! My kids and I had dinner here before a show at the Fox Theater, and we all loved it. We will definitely be back. The jerk chicken was fabulous, and the 10 hour roasted beef was so tender it melted in the mouth. Thanks Calabash!

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  7. UrbanFoodie

    San Francisco

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on June 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great local fun spot. Food is good, staff is attentive in a fun atmosphere. Karaoke on Friday nights is a blast!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 7, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and the overall vibe is great. I highly recommend this for great Jamaican dishes.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is great. We were lucky enough to be seated on a love seat (regular tables are available, but this made it more intimate). Highly recommend the chicken wings and to drink the oakland drop. Our waiter was wonderful. highly recommend for both small and large parties.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    13 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Had really high hopes for this spot. The menu sounded delicious. But the food missed the mark. The oxtails were underseasoned and had no vegetables in them (carrots/potato/butter bean) The beef patty wasn’t fully heated through and also lacked flavor. The jerk chicken didn’t even have a hint of spice. My search for good Caribbean food in the bay continues. Had I known this restaurant was affiliated with Kingston 11 I would’ve tempered my expectations.

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FAQs

Calabash is rated 4.1 stars by 76 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for Calabash

2300 Valdez St Ste A, Oakland, CA 94612-3127

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Oakland
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Jamaican, Home cooking, Caribbean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Collection of chefs
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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