Resy Spotlight

Why Burdell’s Debut Is So Special and Inspiring — Especially For Chefs

James Syhabout is an Oakland native who is also the chef-owner of Commis, which holds two Michelin stars. His words…

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The Bay Area’s Newest Restaurant Openings, Now on Resy

The dining room at Snail Bar.

Dish By Dish

The Perfect Order at Oakland’s Snail Bar (Drink Pairings Included)

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The 10 Restaurants That Defined Bay Area Dining This Year

We asked our contributors to the Resy Hit List to share their top dining experiences in their cities this year — 10…

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Dish By Dish

What to Order on the Menu at Oakland Standout Popoca

Say hello to Popoca, the new Salvadoran restaurant from chef Anthony Salguero, now open in downtown Oakland, across the street…

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Guides

The Resy Guide to 2023 San Francisco Bay Area Michelin Winners

Bibendum is back in the Bay, bestowing Michelin stars and more. Below are the Northern California restaurant honorees from the…

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Guides

The Resy Guide to Pasta (and Noodles) in San Francisco Bay Area

There’s something so simple about pasta, something so satisfying and comforting. Noodle pulls are neat and all, but what’s even…

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Guides

Where to Drink in the Bay Area Right Now

Hey, you — you look like you’ve been working hard. You must be thirsty. You could probably use a drink.…

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The Classics

Passing It Down: On Lois the Pie Queen and Soul Food Generations

Lois the Pie Queen just might be the oldest Black-owned restaurant in California. These days, it’s run by Lois’ son,…

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Dish By Dish

Five Must-Order Dishes and Drinks at Oakland Standout Odin

Odin Mezcalería opened earlier this year in the former Nido space near Jack London Square in Oakland. The owners, wife-and-husband…

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Dish By Dish

A Guide to Downtown Oakland’s Sobre Mesa, in Six Cocktails

If you haven’t already, say hello to Sobre Mesa, one of the most stylish and energetic bars to hit Downtown…

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Dish By Dish

The Twists on Modern Mexican at Bombera in Oakland, in Five Dishes

Bombera is Chef Dominica Rice-Cisneros’s sophomore restaurant, which opened in May last year for indoor and outdoor dining in Oakland’s…

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The Rundown

Five Things to Know About Jo’s Modern Thai, Now Open in Oakland

Before you go to a restaurant, what do you want — or need — to know most? In our series, The…

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