Portal Oakland

5 reviews$$Closed11am - 2:30pm, 5pm - 9pm
American RestaurantDayDrinkingOutdoorDiningGroup HangoutDate NightCasual

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With its charming backyard patio overlooking Lake Merritt, no visit to town would be complete without enjoying Oakland’s favorite hangout for Brunch, Burgers & Beer! Featured in the New York Time’s travel section, Portal’s eclectic menu is crowned by their famous Garbage Bread, a grilled Stromboli Oaklanders rave about. Treat yourself to one of their imaginative Burgers and wash it down with a local craft beer. Did we mention their Brunch? Hometown favorites include Stuffed French Toast, Chicken & Waffles, and Mango-CranberryMimosas! After brunch, take a leisurely walk around the lake, a wildlife refuge established in 1870.

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