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The Fat Lady

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The legend of this popular Victorian bar and restaurant dates back to its construction in 1884. The story goes that the "Fat Lady" was a madame who ran the busiest brothel on the Oakland wharf and that Jack London may have been a customer. The decor at this family-run place is lavishly Victorian. On weekend nights the salon-style bar is filled with locals enjoying the live music. During the workweek, it is popular with professionals. The menu features an electric mix of steaks, seafood, chicken, pasta, burgers, salads and mo... read more

Location details

201 Washington St, Jack London Square, Oakland, CA, 94607, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
MonClosed
Tue11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Wed11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Thu11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Fri11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Sat11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Sun11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
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Deborah Klug 
8 years ago

Always fabulous. Had a great brunch. I get breakfast my Honey gets lunch. Drinks are special Beer is Ice cold. Service is super. We ate at a back room table this time but I kind of prefer the Bar or the little table by the Bar but it was very busy so we are lucky to get one of the last seats at 12 noon on a Saturday. Stephanie was very nice and served us with a smile. Love that they have brunch Saturday and Sunday's. 

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Joyce Anne Ferrer 
8 years ago

At first . I arrived early yesterday the eve of Easter . I didn't know that the dinner starts at 5 pm . So decide to sit in the bar . Waiting for the bartender to welcome me . I don't have any clue how they welcome a guest or customer but not really welcoming but I understand maybe she is about to go home . To make my story short . In general Customer Service or Customer Relation is 2 1/2 only . Food is good 3 rating cause the price don't match for what I was expecting . Overall impact I could say . If I will bring my friend... read more

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Marybeth Ley 
8 years ago

It was amazing and the food was delicious....every course was well executed and the service was professionally done but with friendly smiles....highly recommend 

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David R. Soja 
8 years ago
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Erich Rech 
8 years ago
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Tina Schmidt 
8 years ago
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Mark Turrell 
8 years ago

Great food, great cocktails, great ambiance. What more could you ask for? 

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Kellie Varma 
8 years ago

We had the Risotto with scallops. We also had the seafood chowder.. Devine. Wine was also very good. We thoughally enjoyed it. The ambience was interesting. Sheet music on the ceiling. Fun place. 

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Brett Pferschy 
8 years ago

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How is The Fat Lady rated?

The Fat Lady has a 4.5 star rating with 1,948 reviews. 

When is The Fat Lady open?

The Fat Lady is closed now. It will open at 11:00 a.m. 

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