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The Fat Lady

4.5

About this business

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.
4.51,947 reviews
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Kam Eng-Chew 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

service was excellent. good food portions . always support small businesses 

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Marc Rivard 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Awesome food and atmosphere! I go here every time I am in Oakland! 

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Barbara Nichter 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

The Fat Lady Restaurant is a very unique restaurant in Oakland. The interior is cozy, dramatic and over the top with holiday decorations. They have an extensive menu with options for every taste, and great cocktails to go with. Always a treat to go there. 

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Lisa Rene'e Miller-Zulli 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

great server Adele, great atmosphere & great food. 

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Norma Leonardo 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

like the service. people are friendly. it's cozy 

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Marisol S Arce 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Wonderful , very friendly server , I Love ❤️ this place 

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Made N Mexico 
5 years ago

No! We were being rushed and Alice was not friendly at all towards us. They should learn more about service and how to treat a client. 

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Kathy Kugler 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Amazing burger. Love the decor and ambiance 

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Sara Lunson 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Lively place for dinner. Fun decor that changes. Food is always spectacular 

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How is The Fat Lady rated?

The Fat Lady has a 4.5 star rating with 1,947 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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