Occitania - Oakland

"I have a few thoughts to share: the waitress approached our table six times to ask if everything was okay, which felt excessive. On a positive note, the appeti... read more "I have a few thoughts to share: the waitress approached our table six times to ask if everything was okay, which felt excessive. On a positive note, the appetizers were fantastic. However, the veal dish I ordered was some of the most tender yet bland food I've ever had at a restaurant."

Four of us dined on Saturday night and were extremely pleased with our experience. Everything was fantastic—the service was warm, friendly, and attentive; the c... read more Four of us dined on Saturday night and were extremely pleased with our experience. Everything was fantastic—the service was warm, friendly, and attentive; the cocktails were fresh, creative, and tasty; and the food was exceptional, with highlights including the wobbly soup, poulet, and steak frites. The atmosphere was also a standout, featuring a stylish decor and a fun, lively vibe that was energetic but not overly loud.

We visited to celebrate my man's birthday, and we were both extremely pleased with the overall experience. Everything was spot on. read more We visited to celebrate my man's birthday, and we were both extremely pleased with the overall experience. Everything was spot on.

We have promised ourselves to return soon! read more We have promised ourselves to return soon!

Wait staff surly. Unapologetic breaking of dropped glass right at our table. Salad was just wrong! …v salty. Starters and main dishes meh. Myer lemon dessert un... read more Wait staff surly. Unapologetic breaking of dropped glass right at our table. Salad was just wrong! …v salty. Starters and main dishes meh. Myer lemon dessert uninteresting. The room is cavernous..lobby like…not cosy at all. Check was brought to us as if staff wanted to go home. Expensive. I’m a big Paul Canales fan….expected more. Sigh.