Photo by Dana Plucinski, courtesy of Sobre Mesa

Sobre Mesa

Oakland

Caribbean Restaurant

$$$$

Available for Reservations

1618 Franklin St

Oakland, CA 94612

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Feb 14, 2022

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This swanky, tropical Afro-Latin lounge from Top Chef alum Nelson German became an instant destination for people seeking creative cocktails and Afro-Latin-inspired bites when it opened in March 2020 and, lucky for us all, it is still open and thriving. The indoor and outdoor areas are once again full of people enjoying all aspects of the chef-driven bar concept, including specialty cocktails like the signature drink (Mosswood light rum blend, Dominican rum, Sobre Mesa mamajuana mix, lime, grapefruit) which you can also get by the pitcher, cheese empanadas, roasted and stuffed plantains, Red Stew Chicken Skewers, and more. Not drinking? There are also a couple of fancy “Stay Sobre” drinks on the list. Go on Saturdays at 9 pm to enjoy the live DJ.
How to enjoy: Walk-ins are welcome and you can also make reservations online.

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1618 Franklin St

Oakland, CA 94612

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