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Restaurant in Oakland, California

What should I order at Marica Restaurant?

4.6 544 reviews 12 skippers

What to order

  1. 🥇

    Seafood Stew

    One of the most frequently praised dishes; reviewers repeatedly call it a must-try, saying it is velvety, smooth, full of seafood, and consistently delicious with bread.

  2. 🥈

    Mussels

    Mentioned many times as fresh, delicious, and served with an especially memorable sauce or broth; several reviews say they are a must-order appetizer.

  3. 🥉

    Chocolate Soufflé

    Highly recommended for dessert because it is described as hot, light, flavorful, and incredible, with multiple reviewers specifically calling it out as a standout.

  4. 4

    Oysters

    Frequently recommended for being very fresh and a great seafood choice, with one review noting they are especially good and affordably priced.

  5. 5

    Scallops

    Praised for being cooked beautifully and served with rich butter sauce; reviewers call them a favorite and one of the best seafood dishes on the menu.

  6. 6

    Korean Ribs

    Recommended for their flavorful gochujang/bbq sauce and overall taste; several diners singled them out as a must-try meat dish.

  7. 7

    Salmon

    Repeatedly praised for being soft, moist, and well-prepared, often served with flavorful sauce or as part of a standout platter.

  8. 8

    Crème Brûlée

    Mentioned multiple times as an excellent dessert, with reviewers describing it as delicious and one of the best they have had.

Details

Location

5301 College Ave, Oakland, California, 94618, US

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Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 5:30 to 9 PM
Wednesday 5:30 to 9 PM
Thursday 5:30 to 9 PM
Friday 5:30 to 9 PM
Saturday 5:30 to 9 PM
Sunday 5:30 to 9 PM

About Marica Restaurant

Carefully presented dishes like twice-cooked Maine lobster are served in a warmly lit dining room.

Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Frequently asked

What is Marica Restaurant known for?

Marica Restaurant is best known for its seafood stew, which reviewers repeatedly call a standout for its rich broth and long-cooked flavor. Lobster dishes, especially the twice-cooked Maine lobster, and fresh mussels are also among the most mentioned specialties.

What dishes are most recommended at Marica Restaurant?

The most recommended dishes include the seafood stew, PEI mussels, lobster combo or lobster dishes, seared scallops, and the chocolate soufflé or crème brûlée for dessert. Reviewers also mention Korean ribs, salmon from the prix fixe menu, and calamari as strong picks.

What is the atmosphere like at Marica Restaurant?

The atmosphere is cozy, intimate, and small, with a warmly lit dining room and a very cute interior. Reviewers say it works well for casual date nights, special occasions, and group dinners when you make a reservation, since the space can fill up quickly.

Is Marica Restaurant good value, and what is the price range?

Reviewers describe good value through details like $8 happy hour cocktails, 1.50 oysters, and a cash discount of around 10 percent. The menu also includes a 3-course prix fixe special before 6:30, which makes it a practical option for a nicer seafood dinner in Oakland.

Do I need a reservation at Marica Restaurant, and when should I go?

Yes, reservations are recommended because reviewers say it gets busy and the dining room is small. One review noted that popular dishes such as chili crab and shoestring fries can sell out by around 7:20 pm, so an earlier seating is safer if you want the full menu.

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