![]() Taava offers Indian, Pakistani and halal choices with flavorful, modern and creative touches - think shareable plates and finger foods, such as tandoori hot wings with jalapeno dip. (at Lawton), Oakland Taava Kitchenħ.26.23: Oakland community space Forage Kitchen has a new tenant. The menu appears similar if not the same as before the restaurant was refreshed, to include those rich curries diners have been missing. (between 44th and 45th streets), Oaklandħ.06.23: In a long-anticipated reopening, Oakland’s 10-year-old Sukho Thai is back in business after nearly a year of renovations (and concerned regulars of the Rockridge staple hoping for news). Pixiu Mala Hongtang, 4419 Telegraph Ave. The restaurant specializes in spicy Korean-style malatang - and heat lovers are flocking to give the spicy soup a try. Nova’s Pizza and Edible Happy Pizzeria, 1438 Broadway (between 14th and 15th), Oakland Pixiu Mala Hongtangħ.31.23: As reported first in the Mercury News, Korean-Chinese fusion hot pot chain Pixiu Mala Hongtang, based in Los Angeles, opened in Temescal at the end of July. Fun fact: This Broadway eatery was the former Oakland location for Shiba Ramen, a closure we missed in 2022, whose flagship inside the Public Market Emeryville remains open and busy. For formerly Berkeley-based Nova’s classic pies, we recommend ordering online as the phone number it inherited in 2022 still seems to lead to West Coast Pizza’s endless hold loop. (at Fruitvale Avenue), Oakland Nova’s Pizza/Edible Happy Pizzeria Oaklandħ.26.23: Two pizza businesses, one location: Both Nova’s and Edible Happy pizzerias are now operating in tandem in Oakland, according to a staffer at 1438 Broadway, providing the community with large, affordable, party-ready and late-night pizza pies, salads and cheese bread (and in Edible Happy’s case, sandwiches, chicken wings, and even burgers). Early reviews also mention above-average customer service. (between Washington and Broadway), Oakland Mohka Houseħ.26.23: Comfortable couches, an intricate and enchanting mural, sweet treats, and rich Yemeni coffee and tea mark Mohka House, now open inside the former Hive, The Place to Bee in Oakland’s Dimond District. Seriously, we look forward to first reports from fans. “Allow us to serve you stories and memories, all wrapped in the embrace of extraordinary burgers, uniquely crafted in the inimitable style of chef Matt Horn.” Stories and hugs from a hamburger? Sign us up. As with his Oakland success stories Horn Barbecue and Kowbird, Horn’s upscale-nostalgic diner - first announced in 2021 - promises big things, especially on the restaurant’s Tock page: “Immerse yourself in the thoughtful brilliance of our menu, where the traditional American burger is transformed into a testament to gastronomic artistry,” it says. (between Madison and Oak streets), Oakland Matty’s Old Fashionedħ.06.23: Chef Matt Horn’s long-awaited burger restaurant softly opens July 7, as announced on Instagram, and should be a meaty treat for those who can secure a reservation. (Check out the fried chicken sandwich.) The bar might even serve brunch in the coming months. Blake’s co-owner Chris Parks is now GM at Mad Oak, and together with Mad Oak chef Eleazar Prieto and Blake’s Grillery co-owner Mario Camargo, has launched a menu of bigger plates out of the bar’s kitchen. (near Webster Street), Oaklandħ.26.23: Mad Oak and its roof deck’s many, many fans have probably already spotted the appealing new food options on the Oakland bar’s brand-new menu, and might also know that the good people behind pandemic pop-up darling Blake’s Grillery are behind the changes. The bar, opened July 13, also features a short menu of wine-friendly snacks, and runs Thursday through Sunday nights. (between Franklin and Webster streets), Oakland Jelly Bean The Wine Barħ.26.23: As announced, chef Imana reopened her closed Hi Felicia space last week as sultry, speakeasy-like wine bar Jelly Bean. The small, friendly, fast-casual Mexican eatery and bar features tacos, empanadas, burritos and platos, and is now open in the former Rotisserie Deli space in downtown Oakland. (between Webster and Valdez), Oakland Almaħ.19.23: Handmade tortillas, fresh ingredients, margaritas and vegan-friendly options mark some of new taqueria Alma’s appeal for lunch and dinner. ![]() alaMar Dominican Kitchen, 100 Grand Ave. ![]() Slushy, boozy cocktails make for welcome pairings. Opened June 30, the restaurant features modern riffs on classic dishes from German’s heritage and upbringing in the Washington Heights neighborhood of New York City - mofongo, sancocho, pernil and Dominican-style sides such as stewed beans, adobo fries, plantains and chenchen (grits). Donate New Oakland restaurants alaMar Dominican Kitchenħ.06.23: As promised, Nelson German has revamped and reopened his former seafood restaurant alaMar into new concept alaMar Dominican Kitchen, complete with energetic new murals celebrating Dominican culture. ![]()
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