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Enoteca Molinari, Oakland, CA

Enoteca Molinari

4.7 (614)
$31 to $50
Italian
5474 College Ave., Oakland, CA 94618

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Enoteca Molinari is an Italian restaurant & wine bar (with heated outdoor seating) that specializes in house-made pasta and Italian dishes using local and seasonal ingredients. Enjoy our all Italian wine list and don't forget to try some dessert.

Please make sure to give us 24 hours of notice if you can't make your reservation.

Thank you for your understanding!

Grazie mille!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Oakland
  • Cross Street
    Taft Ave
  • Parking details
    Street parking or try the lot at the corner of Kales & College Ave (1 block south of Enoteca Molinari).
  • Public transit
    3 blocks south of Rockridge BART next to À Côté (cross street is Taft Ave).
  • Entertainment
    Take a seat at the wine bar to view the open kitchen.
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 614 people are saying

Enoteca Molinari reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • East Bay

    Neighbourhood gem

  • East Bay

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Enoteca Molinari is a neighborhood gem offering "delicious, homemade pastas" and a creative Italian menu. Guests rave about the "excellent, friendly service," and the extensive wine selection, including exquisite Nebbiolo. The ambience is cozy, perfect for leisurely dining. Despite occasional noise, it remains a top choice for authentic Italian dining experiences.
614 Reviews
  1. Catherine VIP

    San Francisco65 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fabulous Swordfish! Thanks Angelo1 Interesting and delicious asparagus and burrata appetizer. Interesting wines to choose from and Joe knows his business.

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  2. Joshua

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 17 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food in a lovely intimate atmosphere. Service was excellent.

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  3. Kathleen VIP

    San Francisco11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it. We dashed out before dessert because a very loud group of 5 that were obnoxious within 5 minutes of arriving.

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  4. Susan VIP

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food and wine and service. Just a plus that the noise level is such a decent conversation ispossible.

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  5. Jana VIP

    San Francisco102 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 4 May 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Love this restaurant. Come here for special occasions for great food, service and leisurely meal. Love that they don't hurry or push us out.

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  6. Dan VIP

    San Francisco44 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 30 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food -- very creative Italian menu. The staff is professional and helpful. But I wish they would hire more staff!

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  7. Donna

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Homemade pasta,. We had the special of the day, beet ravioli, it was delicate complex and delicious. The Sicilian appetizer was also outstanding! My Italian dinner guest was happily impressed as well.

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  8. Sean VIP

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time visiting the restaurant, and we will definitely be back. The food and wine was excellent. We sat at the bar and enjoyed chatting with both the owner and chef.

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  9. Susan VIP

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is a gem: great good, excellent, friendly service. A go-to place.

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  10. Beatriz

    San Francisco16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 28 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good service, great Italian wine selection, ok food. It is a lovely neighborhood place.

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FAQs

Enoteca Molinari does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Enoteca Molinari also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (510) 428-4078.

Enoteca Molinari is rated 4.7 stars by 614 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Enoteca Molinari

5474 College Ave., Oakland, CA 94618

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Taft Ave
  • Area
    Oakland
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking or try the lot at the corner of Kales & College Ave (1 block south of Enoteca Molinari).
  • Public transit
    3 blocks south of Rockridge BART next to À Côté (cross street is Taft Ave).
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Take a seat at the wine bar to view the open kitchen.
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
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