Grand Lake Kitchen - Oakland

I used to love this place, but my last 3 visits have been very subpar. This trip I had a meatball sandwich. It was fine. Mostly bread, hardly any meatballs or sauce. Served on a white plate with nothing else on it. No side, no garnish. Depressing. For $13 plus tax and tip? Friends salad came dressed when she asked for dressing on the side. Last visit I had the pastrami rueben fries. They were pretty much In edible. The meat was so fatty and the fries were so soggy. Cali mixed plate is usually really delicious, but the last time I had it, the salad was too salty too eat. Too many good places to eat. Three strikes, you’re out for me GLK

Restaurant was smoky. Service was ok. The waiter was very nice, but the service was rushed. Food was just mediocre.

We enjoyed supper here before attending a house concert nearby and found everything great. We'd dine here again, and likely will.

Service excellent. Food was great. We had the scallops and risotto. Very tasty. Good neighborhood place.

It certainly lived up to it's reputation! Food was delicious, everything was super fresh. We had lunch in less than an hour, yet it did not feel rushed at all. Our server was able to make great recommendations on the food and the wine list.