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The Cook and Her Farmer
Oysters, grilled favorites, and eclectic bites in Oakland.
4.6
Restaurant
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Oysters, grilled favorites, and eclectic bites in Oakland.
Located at 510 9th St in Oakland, The Cook and Her Farmer serves seafood-forward bites and eclectic cafe fare. Highlights include an oyster poboy and a grilled cheese with shrimp and arugula. Reviews praise streamlined ordering, helpful staff, and a private outdoor dining area, with comfortable indoor/outdoor seating and thoughtful beverage pairings, including an IPA recommendation.
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A signature sandwich featuring fresh oysters, praised as one of the best in the West Coast.
Artisanal grilled cheese options, including variations with shrimp and arugula for a gourmet twist.
A hearty seafood stew made with fresh mussels and other local catches, perfect for sharing.
Juicy burgers served with crispy fries, a crowd-pleaser for meat lovers.
Curated selection of IPAs and other beverages recommended to complement your meal.
Ample indoor and outdoor seating available for small to large groups, ideal for team meetings or gatherings.
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Overall rating
Chris Pankey
Damn this place is excellent! The best oyster bar in town, the best Oyster Poboy on the West Coast and possibly in the US, and the best grilled cheese sandwiches ever...anywhere. Really, you have to try 'em to believe it, and your response may very well be, "Damn, he was right!" The burger is outstanding, as was the bread pudding. And yes,, I ate it all ...so what! When the food is that good, it's hard not to indulge! If you haven't tried this place yet, you're missing out. Check it out! REMEMBER TO PATRONIZE SMALL BUSINESSES!
NEQUARNDA DAWSON
I have never eaten an oysters poboy before but if I tell you this one was the absolute best when I visit Oakland again I'm definitely going back to get another one. My mom had the burger and fries she loved her food as well
JM Galeano
Such a gem! The ordering system is streamlined, and the cashier was incredibly helpful, even describing the dishes to help me decide. The grilled cheese with shrimp and arugula was so flavorful, the cheese perfectly melted and the arugula added a fresh bite. They even recommended an IPA that went perfectly with the flavors. loved the private outdoor eating area; the weather was perfect for it. If you're looking for a delicious spot in Oakland, this is it!
Khoi Pham
Came here a bit before closing time as a group of 5 and enjoyed the dishes we got, which were mostly seafood but also some non-seafood ones. I particularly enjoyed the Fisherman's Stew. Overall, a good spot with communal seating shared by other restaurants too.
Helen Karadsheh Levinson
Nice cafe with fresh oysters, mussels and other menu items. Visited with a group after a team meeting. There is plenty of indoor / outdoor seating for small to large groups. Waitstaff are friendly and service is quick. This place sits adjacent to an Asian cafe, Cupcake station and meat / Sausage stand. Eclectic makeup of food offerings.
