Lamplighter Cafe And Lounge - Oakland

First time trying a local place, it was open on Monday. I had the seared ahi tuna tacos, which was a special. It came with 3 tacos but I could barely eat 2. The fish was very bland and very very raw. Another in the group had the cod fish tacos andstated the same, very bland. The tacos did not come with sides, and to get a basket fries would coast another 7 dollars. Whilewe were eating we saw two young girls in aprons walked out to go smoke and we gave them props if they were the cooks but theinexperience left a bad taste in our mouths. Not sure if I'd be ready to go back. It was a cute little place we stayed in thefront and didn't get to check out the back area. A little bummed that they did not offer a children's menu but the service wasfriendly he was very informative.

Just had bad prime rib and bad service. Paid with a business check including a nice tip and was treated like a criminal. Told me to wait until they talked to owner. I don't take orders from children so I offered ID and said I am leaving. 3 people followedme out as I helped my elderly parents to the car and shouted things at us as I helped my parents. I went over to them and toldthem they had just lost a customer forever. Two very young looking girls and a tattooed male persisted to argue . I demandbetter. I will not be talked down to by children. This place use to be really good NOW, in my opinion, the prime rib sucks, thedrinks are bad and clearly the staff are completely un- professional. I WILL NEVER EAT OR DRINK AT LAMPLIGHTER CAFE INOAKLAND. Worst prime rib and worst service EVER.

This food is amazing!! I have lived in Oakland for my whole life and this is the best restaurant we have had in forever! Me and my mom love to eat here on special occasions, plus the staff are always so nice!

Amazing food. Laid back atmosphere and the staff were incredibly friendly!

Really tasty bar food with lots of options. Full bar, beer on tap or by the bottle. Big screens with current sports. Friendly service. Also video poker machines if that's your thing. Open on a Saturday while the other restaurants in town were closed.Recommend trying if visiting Oakland, Or.