Comfort Food Restaurants near Alameda, CA

Alameda Cinema Grill American • $$
2301 Central Ave, Alameda

Customers` Favorites

French Toast with Nutella and Strawberries
Great Selection of Beer and Wine
Grilled Shrimp Salad
Cinema Grill Burger
'Land and Sea' Gumbo
Fried Calamari
Lamb Skewers
Mahi Tacos
Fries
Pizza

“Great place to relax and enjoy good music“

3.9 Good162 Reviews
Cali Alley Comfort Food • $$
1012 Grayson St, Berkeley - 6.78 miles

Customers` Favorites

Rice Bowl Marinated & Grilled Tofu
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Plate
Vegan Pork Belly Bao Bun Plate
Fried Chicken & 'SCB' Waffle
Brisket and Short Rib Burger
Garlic Fries with Cheese
The Cali Alley Burger
The Alejandro Burger
The Brunch Burger
French Fries

“My sister and I just had a couple of Cali Alley burgers delivery and these things are good! Next time I'm in Berkeley, I will definately order again.“

4.6 Superb78 Reviews
Homeroom Berkeley Comfort Food • $
1313 Ninth St #130, Berkeley - 8.46 miles

Customers` Favorites

Bacon Brussels Sprouts a D Crab Mac
Macaroni and Cheese
Classic Mac Platter
Chicken Pot Pie Mac
Homeroom Cobb Salad
Gilroy Garlic Mac
Peanut Butter Pie
Mac and Cheese
Brownie Sundae
Vegan Brownie

“I’ve recently cut out all dairy and pretty much all meat, although I will make an exception for special occasions and eat meat seldomly. anyway the options here are delicious if you’re a vegan! Their menu is full of tasty choices. U couldn’t be happier with my recent door dash orders“

4.4 Superb113 Reviews
Zachary's Chicago Pizza Pizza • $$
5801 College Ave, Oakland - 5.63 miles

Customers` Favorites

Spinach and Mushroom Stuffed Pizza w Sausage & Pepperoni
Deep Dish Spinach and Mushroom
Zachary’S Special Pizza
Small Stuffed Zacharys
Chicago-Style Pizza
Zachary's Meatballs
Thin Crust Pizza
Slice of Pizza
Chicken Special
Chicago Pizza

“First time having Chicago style deep dish pizza and it was so tasty. The sauce is so good.“

4.7 Superb205 Reviews
Rob Ben’s Restaurant & Lounge Soul Food • $$
3627 San Pablo Ave, Emeryville - 4.77 miles

Customers` Favorites

Smothered Steak Greens Mac N ' Cheese Sweet Potatoes \u0026 Cornbread
Chicken Wings and Red Beans and Rice with Some Jumbo Shrimp
Catfish Dinner with Red Beans and Rice Grits and Mac Cheese
Smothered Pork Chops Mac and Cheese Yams Cornbread
Fried Prawns Yams Red Beans
Chicken and Fish Combo
Garlic Shrimp & Grits
Breakfast Potatoes
Mac \u0026 Cheese
Fish \u0026 Grits

“Shawny C was an absolute beacon of light from the moment we met her. Her warm personality, genuine kindness, and welcoming spirit made us feel right at home. She didn't just serve drinks—she created an experience that made us feel valued, appreciated, and cared for.

It's rare to meet someone who naturally makes people feel welcomed and loved, but Shawny does exactly that. Her positive energy was contagious, and her authenticity stood out in the best possible way. By the end of our visit, we felt like we'd come back just to see her again.

Rob Ben's Restaurant & Lounge is fortunate to have someone like Shawny representing their establishment. She turned a good visit into a memorable one, and we can't wait to return.“

4.6 Superb130 Reviews
alaMar Dominican Kitchen Seafood • $$
100 Grand Ave #111, Oakland - 3.43 miles

Customers` Favorites

Summertime Dominican Salad
Braised Oxtail Encendido
Roasted Pork Sopes
Tostones
Maduros

“Great Food, Great Service“

4.5 Superb188 Reviews
The Melt - Berkeley Comfort Food • $$
1313 Ninth St #130, Berkeley - 8.47 miles

Customers` Favorites

Double Swiss & Shroom Meltburger

“i came in at 10:25pm (they close at 11) to order takeout. not only was i greeted with the most genuine smile by the person behind the bar, but they were so kind and welcoming. i got the bbq bacon burger sub chicken patty add tomato and lettuce (per their recommendation) and it was SUPERB. chicken? cooked perfectly. bun? doughy and held up throughout the eating of the sandwich. the lettuce was crispy and the bacon was fresh. i also got the garlic parm fries and they were the best ones i’ve had in a long time. after a really long day this was exactly what i needed. thank you very much.“

3.5 Good11 Reviews
Lovely Day American • $$
4629 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland - 5.01 miles

Customers` Favorites

Buffalo Cauliflower
Chocolate Brownie
Brownie Sundae
Polenta Bites
Lemon Custard
Chopped Salad
Almond Cake
The Burger
Apple Pie
Ceviche

“Tummy comfort food in great post-industrial space. Friendly service, craft cocktails. Good menu options and specials. Outdoor tables also available.“

4.6 Superb111 Reviews
Homeroom New American • $$
400 40th St, Oakland - 4.49 miles

Customers` Favorites

Caramel Brownie Sundae with Vanilla Ice Cream and Homemade Salted Caramel Sauce
Grasshopper Pie Without Chocolate Sauce
Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
Gilroy Garlic Mac and Cheese
Buffalo Chicken Mac
Buttermilk Biscuit
Chicken Pot Pie
Jalapeno Popper
Gluten Free Mac
Mexican Mac

“I’ve recently cut out all dairy and pretty much all meat, although I will make an exception for special occasions and eat meat seldomly. anyway the options here are delicious if you’re a vegan! Their menu is full of tasty choices. U couldn’t be happier with my recent door dash orders“

4.5 Superb139 Reviews
Zachary's Chicago Pizza Pizza • $$
3917 Grand Ave, Oakland - 3.68 miles

Customers` Favorites

Small Thin Zachary's Special Medium Stuffed Spinach & Mushroom
Stuffed Pizza Chicago Mediterranean Pizza
Deepdish Carne with Added Olives
Large Stuffed Zachary's Special
Stuffed Chicken Special Pizza
Stuffed Pizza Chicago
Spring Salad Chicken
Zachary's Meatballs
Chicago-Style Pizza
Single Caesar Salad

“First time having Chicago style deep dish pizza and it was so tasty. The sauce is so good.“

4.5 Superb124 Reviews
Desilicious Pakistani • $$
578 14th St, Oakland - 3.32 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Tikka Masala
Simple Basmati Rice
Sabzi of the Day
Chicken Samosa
Dum Biryani
Paratha
Roti

“Falooda and I must say that it was so rich in taste , flavours & very authentic.“

4.7 Superb119 Reviews
ThayirSadam South Indian • $
2379 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley - 7.11 miles

Customers` Favorites

Seasonal Fruit
Protein Blast
Spicy Peanuts
Rice Medium
Oats Medium
Oats Large
Sambharam
Samosa

“Lovely, fresh, cheerful, simple, spotlessly clean, inexpensive South Indian spot on Telegraph. I tried the Idli Vada Combo with sambar and coconut chutney, and a cup of chai. The sambar was nice and everything was so fresh! The vada was extra light and crunchy. I'll be back for the thayirsadam when I'm a bit hungrier! Check it out!“

4.8 Superb80 Reviews
Homeroom To Go New American • $
4007 Webster St, Oakland - 4.52 miles

Customers` Favorites

Crab Chorizo and Buffalo Chicken Mac-N-Cheese
Vegan Mac & Cheese with Mushrooms and Onions
White Cheddar Bacon Mac and Cheese
Classic Mac Gluten-Free
Macaroni and Cheese
Truffle Mac Platter
Jalapeno Popper Mac
Chicken Pot Pie Mac
Gilroy Garlic Mac
White Cheddar Mac

“I’ve recently cut out all dairy and pretty much all meat, although I will make an exception for special occasions and eat meat seldomly. anyway the options here are delicious if you’re a vegan! Their menu is full of tasty choices. U couldn’t be happier with my recent door dash orders“

4.4 Superb121 Reviews
SONS OF LIBERTY ALEHOUSE American • $$
150 W Juana Ave, San Leandro - 5.52 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sola Grilled Cheese \u0026 Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
Sola Grilled Cheese & Creamy Tomato Basil Soup
Drake´S IPA Battered Fish \u0026 Chips
Drake´S IPA Battered Fish & Chips
Poutine Fries with Smoked Brisket
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich
Arugula & Caramelized Beet Salad
Agave Habanero Glaved Pork Belly
Hand- Cut Kennebec French Fries
Blistered Shishito Peppers

“Good food, lively atmosphere.“

4.5 Superb201 Reviews
Bangkok Garden Thai • $
5231 College Ave, Oakland - 4.96 miles

Customers` Favorites

Mango Salad with Shrimp
The Fried Chicken Wings
Roasted Duck over Rice
BBQ Pork Fried Rice
Chicken Larb Salad
Thai Basil Tofu
Papaya Salad
Roasted Duck
Spring Rolls
Yellow Curry

“Really cute little place which actually reminded me of being back in Bangkok! Delicious food, especially their soup which opens the lunch special. Super nice people running the place and serving here and very welcoming to my small dog. I will return!“

4.8 Superb52 Reviews
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Burdell

Burdell American
4640 Telegraph Ave, Oakland - 4.9 miles

Customers` Favorites

Albacore Tartare w Jalapeno & Tomatillo Shaved Ice
Tomato and Fried Oyster Salad
Chicken Liver and Waffle
Pickle Brined Chicken
Devil’S Food Cake
Kungeman Pork Neck
Apple Brown Betty
Little Gem Salad
Cat Head Biscuits
BBQ Whole Shrimp

“Outstanding in every possible way. Best fried fish I’ve ever eaten, and everything on the tasting menu was excellent: the corn bread, salad, boiled peanuts, shishito peppers, hushpuppies and beans and rice. So much care has been put into the details, from the food to the atmosphere to the lighting.“

3.8 Good507 Reviews
Cam Huong Vietnamese • $
702 International Blvd a, Oakland - 2.08 miles

Customers` Favorites

Vegetarian Bahn MI and Sesame Ball
Thick Rice Noodle w Pork Seafood
Bún Bò Huế Spicy Beef & Pork
Rice Sheets w Assorted Toppings
Assorted Vermicelli Noodle Bowls
Pork Shrimp Spring Rolls
Pork Rice Noodle Roll
Teriyaki Chicken
Banh MI Chicken
Pork Sandwich

“BBQ pork and shrimp chips!

This is the best bahn mi in town in my opinion. A beloved establishment in Little Saigon, I’m grateful it’s been around for so many years, and the quality has always been top notch through and through.“

4.4 Superb83 Reviews
Rudy's Can't Fail Cafe Diner • $$
4081 Hollis St, Emeryville - 5.15 miles

Customers` Favorites

Challah French Toast with Powdered Sugar and Toasted Almonds
Corned Beef Hash and Eggs
French Toast Deuces Wild
Down with Denver Omelet
Combat Mac and Cheese
Monte Cristo Sandwich
Breakfast Burrito
Eggs Benedict
French Fries
Hash Browns

“Best diner food in the East Bay. Live music on second Friday of the month 6 to 8:30pm.“

4.5 Superb147 Reviews
Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que Barbecue • $$
790 W Winton Ave, Hayward - 10.65 miles

Customers` Favorites

Bacon Cheeseburger and Fries
Family and Friends Feast
Cornbread Muffins Dozen
Dave's Sampler Platter
All-American BBQ Feast
Dave's Sassy BBQ Salad
St Louis Style Ribs
Southside Rib Tips
Ribs and Brisket
Mashed Potatoes

“Had the brisket sandwhich based on a recommendation. Not bad. Fries and slaw good too. Glass of soda was huge. we'll eat it again, maybe try dinner.“

4.4 Superb251 Reviews
Southside Station Sandwich Shop • $
2504 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley - 6.95 miles

Customers` Favorites

Crispy Chicken Sandwich and Curly Fries
Sautéed Organic Brussel Sprouts
Jumbo Thai Fried Chicken Wings
Combo Fried Chicken Sandwich
Garlic Noodle Hot and Fresh
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
4 Chicken Satay Taco
Thai Chili Wings
Brussels Sprouts
Chicken Combo

“Everything is so good here. Freshly made and delicious“

4.5 Superb95 Reviews
Elios Family Restaurant Family • $$
260 Floresta Blvd, San Leandro - 6.99 miles

Customers` Favorites

Vielle Cutlet with Eggs and Country Potatoes
Pancakes Scrambled Eggs and Bacon
Breakfast Plate the Kitchen Sink
The Kitchen Sink Keto Omelet
Chicken Fried Steak & Eggs
Chicken Fried Beef Steak
Bacon and Cheese Omelet
House Garden Salad
Blueberry Pancakes
French Dip Sandwich

“Menu selections are varied and excellent. The minestrone is a very good specialty. Portions are generous. Steaks are excellent and generous in portion size. Breakfast and egg dishes are always consistent. Service is cheerful. Salads are great especially with an Elio’s Greek style dressing..“

4.4 Superb128 Reviews
Sideboard Lafayette American • $$
3535 Plaza Way, Lafayette - 11.03 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fried Brussels Sprouts Lemon Aioli
Bucket of Fried Chicken
Breakfast Mac N Cheese
Breakfast Pudding
Huevos Rancheros
Breakfast Burger
Chicken Sandwich
Breakfast Salad
Grilled Chicken
Eggs Benedict

“Loved my evening here whilst over from England visiting friends . Live music was great!“

4.4 Superb127 Reviews
The Arlington Cafe • $
269 Arlington Ave, Kensington - 9.82 miles

“Good people, good food, easy going place ... what's not to like about it?“

5 Superb18 Reviews
Zachary's Chicago Pizza Pizza • $
1853 Solano Ave, Berkeley - 8.96 miles

Customers` Favorites

Zachary’S Special Stuffed Pizza
Zachary’S Special Thin Pizza
Chicago Style Deep Dish Pizza
Small Stuffed Zacharys
Thin Crust Cheese Pizza
Large Stuffed Zacharys
Single Caesar Salad
Spinach & Mushroom
Thin Pizza Blanca
BBQ Chicken Pizza

“I'd say the pizza is pretty darn good. And the service was excellent also. I had a plain cheese pizza then style done extra well done. My friend had a barbecue chicken. Both were outstanding. Service was also top-notch. Dining room is clean and comfortable. Bathrooms are also clean. Convenient free parking on a Saturday evening at 8:00 p.m. All around a positive dining experience. Also note, although not this particular Zachary's, but the Oakland Zachary's provided pizza for a recent work event. Pizza was fantastic. Everyone loved it.“

4.3 Superb113 Reviews
Dough Zone Dumpling House Berkeley Chinese • $
1912 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley - 7.63 miles

“Had a great dining experience here food was amazing and the customer service was even better Clarence the server had a great attitude let us stay and eat our food a whole 30 minutes after closing. The affordable pricing is just a cherry on top. Big fan of this place for sure will come again.“

4 Good25 Reviews
Open Test Kitchen (OTK) Cuban • $
528 8th St, Oakland - 3.18 miles

“One community advocate. Great cause.“

5 Superb6 Reviews
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Demiya

Demiya Food Court • $$
5959 Shellmound St, Emeryville - 5.97 miles

“I often order the curry udon with chicken katsu from here and find the quality consistent and delicious, and the service good. Demiya does lack a personal touch by having an order kiosk rather than someone to help up front, but the staff do still step in if it looks like someone is having trouble.“

4.2 Good18 Reviews
Happy Lemon Bubble Tea • $
4214 Piedmont Ave, Oakland - 4.36 miles

Customers` Favorites

A4 Roast Oolong Tea w Salted Cheese
Puff Cream Milk Tea w Boba
Okinawa Fresh Milk w Boba
Chocolate Waffles

“Very clean and open space. I ordered the grapefruit tea with lychee jelly which was delicious but also too sweet so next time I will tweak my order to have less sugar. My daughter ordered the milk tea with boba and puff cream (I think that is what it was). She loved it! We received our drinks promptly. Located near Fenton's“

4.1 Good22 Reviews
Vault Cafe American • $
3250 Adeline St, Berkeley - 6.05 miles

Customers` Favorites

Classic Charbroiled Cheese Burger
Pancake Combo Blueberry Pancakes
Hashbrowns with Poached Eggs
Cinnamon French Toast
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
Scramble with Bacon
Pancake One or More
Tuna Melt Sandwich
Fruit Smoothies
Turkey Sausage

“Good food and excellent service ! We will be back in our next trip to Berkeley for sure .“

4.1 Good73 Reviews