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Oliveto Cafe & Restaurant, Oakland
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510-547-5356  Make a reservation  |  Website  | Send Directions
5655 College Ave Oakland, CA 94618
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Oliveto Cafe & Restaurant's Food - Select Comments

The wine ( which I knew ) was wonderful ( a Montefalco dell ` Umbria ) if totally overpriced, the lamb on polenta was truely exceptional, the accompanying asparagus, ordered upon recommendation of the Chef, unfortunately less so - the cooks were much much faster than us. more»
Despite a rather abbriviated wine list ( at least with respect to affortable wines ) the wines they do offer are excellent. more»

Oliveto Cafe & Restaurant's Service - Select Comments

We always find this restaurant welcoming , the food delicious , the service excellent , and we appreciate the generous spacing between tables that makes it possible to have a conversation without straining. more»
Service was good , but I would have liked to see them check in more often ; our waiter did n't bother to offer me another latte once I had finished. more»

Oliveto Cafe & Restaurant's Ambiance - Select Comments

More than 20 years after it opened , and several chefs later , Oliveto remains one of the finest tables in the Bay Area , demonstrating why people care about carefully-sourced , unusual raw materials , careful preparation , a friendly and knowledgeable atmosphere. more»
wonderful rustic italian with added special plates ; staff really helpful at guiding you through the menu and pointing out specials ; warm and friendly atmosphere more»

Top Sentiments among Oliveto Cafe & Restaurant Reviewers

Recommend dinners Wonderful meat dishes
EXCELLENT red wine Bold autumn menu
Memorable salad dressing Great homemade pasta
Fabulous apricot dessert Fresh ingredients
Excellent wine list Pricey entrees

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