Located on one of Oakland's hippest strips of concrete, Piedmont Street, Commis Restaurant is one of the Oakland's hottest and most-ground breaking eateries to surface in the last ears. Under a crisp white awning this sleek dining space features an exposed, galley-style kitchen lined in stainless steel with glass refrigerator facing a six-seat bar usually packed with solo diners and those that couldn't score a reservation. Also check out the CDP Bar for a more casual gourmet experience.
The Food
Chef James Syhabout is one of California’s most accredited chefs, training at Los Gatos 2-star Michelin Manresa following stints at Spain’s El Bulli and England’s top gourmand Fat Duck. The result is a menu of Ling Cod with sweet corn curd, seared duck with sugar plum condiment and sirloin grilled with wild anise and parsnip. Surprisingly affordable for a high-end and surely pre-Michelin gourmand, a 3-course prix fixe menu is priced at $59 with $29 wine course add-on.
Last Word
Michelin-rated chef finds foodie home in the heart of hipster Oakland.
