Best Restaurants for Quiet Conversation in Oakland

Likely the best Indian food we’ve ever had! I especially loved the curried chicken and vegetable tandoori. Even the raita was a cut above. And such a lovely ambience. We will return.

Everything about our meal was amazing, appetizers to dessert. The sea bass in particular was terrific — as was the quiet, professional service and very comfortable booth. Kokkari never disappoints!

The food was decent quality and very reasonably priced. What I enjoyed most about this restaurant was its cleanliness, simple menu and spacious dining. Plus, the ambience was quiet with low-volume Christmas music in the background. Zino's was truly the best restaurant choice in which to celebrate my UC Berkeley graduation directly after the ceremony ended. The staff had a lovely sense of humor and even wished me congratulations.

Friendly, neighborhood restaurant. Great cocktails. Well- prepared food but I miss the old menu which had deviled eggs, fritters for happy hour menu and meatloaf. A while back there was the most delicious pork chop with a creamy mushroom sauce. I still think about it. Nicely decorated with beautiful, lit wreaths for the holidays. The staff go out of their way to check in with you for drinks, etc

A great location to meet friends for breakfast! We had a small, more private area as a party of 8. We were able to enjoy each other's company and spend time with each other before traveling home. Food was excellent, service was outstanding.