Obelisco Restaurant

3411 E 12th St #110, Oakland
(510) 534-3752

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A life changing experience! Alain and his mother have created something magical in my favorite neighborhood. Ever since having a home cooked meal in Guadalajara some 8 years ago, I've dreamt of that culinary indulgence. Tonight I relived that taste adventure at Obelisco (colloquial in Puerto Vallarta for Hibiscus).

The food shines in magnificent simplicity. My mother (visiting from Colorado) and I shared the Chile Relleno and Pollo en Mole dishes recommended...
It was such an honor to be invited to the friends and family opening night at Obelisco, and I’m incredibly grateful to have been part of such a special evening. The hospitality was heartfelt, the space was beautiful, and the food—absolutely phenomenal.
The carnitas were tender, flavorful, and perfectly crisped on the edges—everything you want in a classic dish done right. The chicken mole was rich, deep, and beautifully balanced, with that complex, velvety sauce...
We stumbled upon this new spot on Lakeshore and were greeted by “Align”, the kindest host who shared the story of his mom opening their first restaurant in Fruitvale and now here. The food blew us away—mole, flan, salsa, guacamole—all homemade with natural, fresh ingredients. The drinks were chef’s kiss!

The chef (mom) even stopped by our table, and you can feel how intentional she is about every dish. The staff was warm, attentive, and made the whole...

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