Sobre Mesa

Sobre Mesa is a restaurant in Oakland, CA, specializing in Afro-Latino cuisine and craft cocktails. The establishment offers a curated menu featuring tapas and small plates such as suya beef empanadas, jerk gambas, stuffed sweet plantain, and braised pork shoulder, alongside seasonal dishes like raw local oysters and citrus slaw. Its cocktail program highlights inventive drinks like the Sobre Mesa, Zombie Reviver #2, and Caribbean Pineapple Old Fashioned, inspired by Dominican roots and African ancestry. The venue serves as a gathering space for intimate events and private parties, with a focus on conversation and connection after the meal. Located on Franklin Street, it is situated about a block from the AC Transit office and within walking distance of the StopWaste facility, Envision Academy of Arts & Technology, The UPS Store, and several public artworks, including the Town Crier and Begeron's Mural. The restaurant is known for its vibrant atmosphere, refined cocktails, and seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.