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The 5 best New American spots in Oakland

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Published on September 11, 2019
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Looking to satisfy your appetite for New American fare?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top New American spots around Oakland, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture when cravings strike.

1. Marica

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Topping the list is Rockridge's Marica. Situated at 5301 College Ave. (at the intersection of Bryant and College avenues), Marica is the highest-rated New American spot in Oakland, boasting 4.5 stars out of 1,896 reviews on Yelp.

2. Wood Tavern

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Up the street at 6317 College Ave., you'll find Wood Tavern. Yelpers give the spot 4.5 stars out of 1,913 reviews.

3. Mua

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Mua, a bar and restaurant in Waverly, is another high-traffic go-to, with four stars out of 3,326 Yelp reviews. Head over to 2442 Webster St., Suite A, to see for yourself.

4. Commis

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Over in the Piedmont Avenue neighborhood, check out Commis, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 983 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Michelin Starred restaurant at 3859 Piedmont Ave. (between Rio Vista Avenue and Montell Street).

5. Southie

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And then there's Southie, a Rockridge favorite with 4.5 stars out of 751 reviews. Stop by 6311 College Ave. to hit up the pub and restaurant next time the urge strikes.


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