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The Fat Lady

4.5

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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.
4.51,947 reviews
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LaVerne A. Hill 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

An old Oakland historic “saloon” 1800’s - today a well known restaurant in the Jack London/Port of Oakland area. Tasty food and beverages. 

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Emma Louise Ni Ruaidh 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Love the fat lady!! The vibes the music the food the drinks! Ahh I could have breakfast lunch and dinner here every day. 

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Roger Crater 
6 years ago

Excellent 

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Lisa Hellgren 
6 years ago
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Jeff Hanson 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Great Cocktails and excellent bartenders. A very good place to start the night. 

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Laura Goldberg-Callis 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Very classy spot! Great atmosphere for a date. The service was first class! 

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Sheldon Helms 
6 years ago

This is a small, quirky restaurant with style and a bit of class. A total whore house vibe, to be certain, but nothing too over-the-top. You could bring a date or your grandma, and not feel weird about it. The food is very good, and the staff are extremely friendly without being fake. Prices are a bit on the high side, but correlate well with the quality of the food and the ambiance. Definitely one of Oakland’s little treasures. 

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Marci Martinez 
6 years ago

Always a fun place to go when I’m in town. Good food, good drinks, great ambiance. 

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Marci Martinez 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Always a fun place to go when I’m in town. Good food, good drinks, great ambiance. 

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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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