I have always enjoyed the food and service here and today was no exception. Took a friend there for lunch by accident, sort of. I thought I was making a reservation @ Westlake Joe's as we go for their fish & chips because they are FAB and more than plentiful. But I made a reservation here and we went for the F&C's, and they were GREAT and 3 nice size pieces, cooked perfectly, not greasy and HOT. Killer fries and sad no coleslaw but a decent little salad w/decent bleu cheese dressing, $21. Service was great, very attentive, but not intrusive. Because the space is so large it can be rather loud and off putting, but it did quiet down after a bit. Our reservation was for 12:30, uh, lunch time on a Friday. But honestly, I will always return for the food, price, portions and service. The bar is much quieter, by the way.
Shanea OConnor
�We live not far from the Boulevard Cafe and have enjoyed many meals there since they opened. It’s always been a reliable standard for our family. So it’s very disheartening and frustrating to experience such poor customer service from Boulevard Cafe staff on this occasion when it’s always been great.��Normally we don’t go out for Thanksgiving. But we have multiple older family members who have difficulty getting up and down stairs. So going out to have a Thanksgiving lunch seemed like the easiest way for everyone to gather together. My mother called on Friday 11/21/25 to find out if they were open that day and what times were available to reserve a table for ten people. After conferring with our family, my mother called back an hour later and booked a reservation for 12pm. On 11/23, she called back to ask a question and confirm that the reservation was still on.��The staff member on the phone informed her that there was no reservation and asked if we were given a confirmation number. My mother told this person that she wasn’t given one and asked what could be done to resolve this situation. The staff member said there was nothing to be done. They didn’t attempt to offer another day and time or provide any other resolution to try to fix the problem. This person just kept reiterating that it wasn’t their fault.��Holidays are always hard to book for at restaurants. But this restaurant has been around for many years and it’s equally hard to believe that the Boulevard doesn’t have a good reservation system and policy in place, especially for busy times of the year like the holidays.��If this staff member had shown an ounce of empathy and attempted to fix the problem by trying to find an alternative day/time or tried to help correct this issue, this review wouldn’t exist. But it is apparent that the Boulevard takes its customers for granted and doesn’t think that having front of house staff that can actually provide customer service matters. Do better.�
Tony Oates
This is a busy diner type restaurant. Expect a line at peak times. Menu is quite large. Good breakfast selection as well as lunch and dinner. Service is quite efficient and the servers are friendly. Food quality appears to be good. I tried the souvlaki, which was large and tasty 😋. Nice artichoke dip appetizer and a delicious chocolate cake dessert with ice cream. They have beer too 🙏. It’s California so it’s not inexpensive.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Zamira Tursunboyeva
Food was great. From server Arnulfo the best service ever
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marcela Ma
We came as a family of four and didn’t have to wait long for a table. The food was exactly what you’d expect from a classic diner! The service was friendly, and the entrance and cozy diner booths added a nice touch. We had the chicken tenders, country fried steak, and huevos rancheros — all tasty and satisfying!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Rony Ruiz
Great place, great food and friendly services
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ms. Bui-Bernheim
The staff got our ridiculous to go order ready correctly and quickly . It’s a cute and clean place with lots of natural lighting . The parking isn’t great and I’m between some really busy streets . I feel like their menu has a lot of choices and they’re willing to accommodate any dietary restrictions . The chicken was moist and flavorful . My Sonoma salad was excellent . Great place for a second date or if u need to break up with someone in a safe well lit public venue .
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
lily phan
Always good here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dragonflyhearts24
Awesome old school kind of diner. Their scrambles are amazing & the employees are always friendly. I wish there was a Boulevard in Oakland!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Travis Bohrer
My wife and I were visiting family and friends on a Saturday night.
My wife had a Blue Moon and I had a Maker's Mark with a Coke. Both drinks were delicious.
My wife had a meatball sub sandwich and I had fish and chips served with house salad. Both meals were very delicious.
For dessert my wife had a slice of cheesecake and I had apple pie a la mode. Both desserts were delicious and not too sweet.
It was busy for a Saturday night. And our party had some of the food come out before our drinks.
I have always enjoyed the food and service here and today was no exception. Took a friend there for lunch by accident, sort of. I thought I was making a reservation @ Westlake Joe's as we go for their fish & chips because they are FAB and more than plentiful. But I made a reservation here and we went for the F&C's, and they were GREAT and 3 nice size pieces, cooked perfectly, not greasy and HOT. Killer fries and sad no coleslaw but a decent little salad w/decent bleu cheese dressing, $21. Service was great, very attentive, but not intrusive. Because the space is so large it can be rather loud and off putting, but it did quiet down after a bit. Our reservation was for 12:30, uh, lunch time on a Friday. But honestly, I will always return for the food, price, portions and service. The bar is much quieter, by the way.
�We live not far from the Boulevard Cafe and have enjoyed many meals there since they opened. It’s always been a reliable standard for our family. So it’s very disheartening and frustrating to experience such poor customer service from Boulevard Cafe staff on this occasion when it’s always been great.��Normally we don’t go out for Thanksgiving. But we have multiple older family members who have difficulty getting up and down stairs. So going out to have a Thanksgiving lunch seemed like the easiest way for everyone to gather together. My mother called on Friday 11/21/25 to find out if they were open that day and what times were available to reserve a table for ten people. After conferring with our family, my mother called back an hour later and booked a reservation for 12pm. On 11/23, she called back to ask a question and confirm that the reservation was still on.��The staff member on the phone informed her that there was no reservation and asked if we were given a confirmation number. My mother told this person that she wasn’t given one and asked what could be done to resolve this situation. The staff member said there was nothing to be done. They didn’t attempt to offer another day and time or provide any other resolution to try to fix the problem. This person just kept reiterating that it wasn’t their fault.��Holidays are always hard to book for at restaurants. But this restaurant has been around for many years and it’s equally hard to believe that the Boulevard doesn’t have a good reservation system and policy in place, especially for busy times of the year like the holidays.��If this staff member had shown an ounce of empathy and attempted to fix the problem by trying to find an alternative day/time or tried to help correct this issue, this review wouldn’t exist. But it is apparent that the Boulevard takes its customers for granted and doesn’t think that having front of house staff that can actually provide customer service matters. Do better.�
This is a busy diner type restaurant. Expect a line at peak times. Menu is quite large. Good breakfast selection as well as lunch and dinner. Service is quite efficient and the servers are friendly. Food quality appears to be good. I tried the souvlaki, which was large and tasty 😋. Nice artichoke dip appetizer and a delicious chocolate cake dessert with ice cream. They have beer too 🙏. It’s California so it’s not inexpensive.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was great. From server Arnulfo the best service ever
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We came as a family of four and didn’t have to wait long for a table. The food was exactly what you’d expect from a classic diner! The service was friendly, and the entrance and cozy diner booths added a nice touch. We had the chicken tenders, country fried steak, and huevos rancheros — all tasty and satisfying!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Great place, great food and friendly services
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The staff got our ridiculous to go order ready correctly and quickly . It’s a cute and clean place with lots of natural lighting . The parking isn’t great and I’m between some really busy streets . I feel like their menu has a lot of choices and they’re willing to accommodate any dietary restrictions . The chicken was moist and flavorful . My Sonoma salad was excellent . Great place for a second date or if u need to break up with someone in a safe well lit public venue .
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always good here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Awesome old school kind of diner. Their scrambles are amazing & the employees are always friendly. I wish there was a Boulevard in Oakland!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My wife and I were visiting family and friends on a Saturday night.
My wife had a Blue Moon and I had a Maker's Mark with a Coke. Both drinks were delicious.
My wife had a meatball sub sandwich and I had fish and chips served with house salad. Both meals were very delicious.
For dessert my wife had a slice of cheesecake and I had apple pie a la mode. Both desserts were delicious and not too sweet.
It was busy for a Saturday night. And our party had some of the food come out before our drinks.
Nice family style atmosphere though.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Great chicken and waffle.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time here, food was delicious, chicken was very tender, will definitely be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was ok service slow, expensive for what you get. Crowded
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Food was great, large portions, strong coffee, delicious mimosas, and a great server! I'll be back the next time I'm in the San Francisco area
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always a great diner
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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