Grand Lake Kitchen - Lake Merritt
$$ • American, Pet Friendly, New American
Hours:
576 Grand Ave, Oakland
(510) 922-9582
About Grand Lake Kitchen - Lake Merritt
Customers' Favorites
Recent Reviews
we love the vibe, service and menu at GLK on Grand and have been going there for years. On our last visit we were surprised by how salty the food was. I think the cooks are overly generous with salt. Both our brussel sprouts and the scallops were really over salted. Next visit we will be sure to order low/no salt, and send back anything that's too salty.
In town for the weekend and this lovely spot was recommended by a good friend. He was not wrong. Excellent service, excellent food, excellent atmosphere. Chelsea was my server and she rocked it. 100% recommend
I’m letting this place become my Sunday brunch spot!! Cecilia Miller
Ratings
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 9AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 9AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 9AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 9AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 9AM - 9PM |
| Saturday | 9AM - 9PM |
| Sunday | 9AM - 9PM |
Grand Lake Kitchen, located near the beautiful Lake Merritt, provides a cozy and welcoming atmosphere with friendly staff and delicious food. The menu offers a variety of tempting options, including the well-loved matcha latte made with real matcha and the polenta bowl with apple sausage and crispy potatoes. Customers have also highlighted the standout French Dip sandwich.
The dining experience is consistently enjoyable, with the restaurant earning praise for its fantastic food. Guests particularly enjoy the tasty BLT salad, Reuben fries, and the savory French toast, which is noted as a must-try. The staff is recognized for their great service and personable approach, making it a favorite among locals and visitors alike.
Recent reviews emphasize the delicious food, with customers raving about the Chilaquiles Verde with poached eggs, the mushroom risotto with scallops, and the flavorful polenta with goat cheese. One customer described the arugula salad with avocado and hummus as an ideal accompaniment. The kindness and accommodation of the staff are also praised, with one guest calling their server the best they've ever encountered. The restaurant's location across from Lake Merritt Park is frequently noted as a positive aspect of the dining experience, even though it can get busy and noisy during peak times.