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Spinning Bones, Alameda, CA
Award-winning

Spinning Bones

4.6
4.6
315 Reviews
$30 and under
American
1205 Park St, Alameda, CA 94501

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2 people
22:30
Booked 4 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Spinning Bones is a California rotisserie Michelin Bib Gourmand rated restaurant that specializes in roasted meats with bold flavors. The focus of the menu is slow roasted meats: poultry, pork and beef, rotating on spits over high heat, and basting in their own natural juices. The rest of the menu is comprised of shareable appetizers, vegetarian side dishes, and healthier salads with vegan dressings. The principle of the menu is straight-forward: quality products that are prepared minimally and cooked thoughtfully. Spinning Bones is a brunch and dinner spot for Alameda people by Alameda people. It is a casual neighborhood restaurant open 5 days-a-week for sit down dining, take-out, and large party catering. Spinning Bones strives to be a common area for the residents of the East Bay to come together and engage in conversation and camaraderie over great food and drink.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Meat, Rotisserie Chicken
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    Contactless Payment
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Visit https://www.spinningbones.com/catering or Email: catering@spinningbones.com for inquiries
  • Private party facilities
    View website for details
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Area
    Alameda
  • Cross Street
    San Jose Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Intersection of Park St. and San Jose Ave.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 315 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • East Bay

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Spinning Bones shines with "excellent service" and "exceptional food." Known for its flavorful rotisserie meats, especially the "best prime rib," this Alameda gem offers diverse menu options and a welcoming atmosphere. The "corn fritters" and "chimichurri sauce" are standout favorites. Expect creative dishes, friendly staff, and a memorable dining experience.
315 Reviews
  1. Lisa

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service. Food was excellent experience as noted “Check Please.”

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  2. Regina VIP

    Sacramento10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and we were seated immediately for our reservation. Our superb server answered our questions about the specials for today and we were convinced to try the rotisserie prime rib Sunday special. My family and I agreed that was the BEST prime rib we have ever eaten and the creamed corn it came with made it an absolutely delicious paring! The horse radish is top notch! We ordered our usual fav starters of Chix Fat Rice and Corn Fritters. For our other entree, we always enjoy the chicken and spareribs from our double Dutch entree, as these are especially juicy and the spareribs fell off the bone and are packed with flavor! I added chimichurri sauce from the roti that came with the Double Dutch on the chicken and spareribs ribs and this combination was perfection. People kept entering for takeout and to be seated, showing the strong business of Spinning Bones! This is one of our favorite restaurants and we are looking forward to our next visit to try out their specials and our fav items from their menu again!

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  3. Regan

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food combined with excellent, attentive service....dining at Spinning Bones is always a treat and we look forward to our next visit. You could make an entire meal from their small plates and salads options, but for a bigger meal, we like to get a few "combo" entrees and enjoy it, "family-style", when we come for dinner. Previous visits during lunch hours, you can't go wrong with a burger or my favorite, the fried chicken sandwich, BUT, don't forget to first ask for their "specials of the day" or you might regret missing out on some real winners, too!

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  4. Judy

    Hawaii6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent selection of food and reasonably priced. Nice ambience and friendly staff.

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  5. Michael

    San Francisco1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really good food and super nice staff! Will definitely come back.

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  6. Victoria

    San Francisco40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic restaurant! The food was exceptional, the service was great, and the ambiance welcoming. I had the veggie burger—best I’ve ever had. Seriously! I’ll be back, for sure. 🥰

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  7. Bob VIP

    San Francisco18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Celebrated birthday at Spinning Bones, everything was great the food exceptional we had made plans for the house of prime rib but I can say that the quality of the prime rib was better than House. The beef was tender and flavorful medium rare kudos to the chef

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  8. Cynthia

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Surprising that this delicious restaurant isn’t packed every night. Delicious dishes for kids and adults—don’t miss anything rotisserie, plus their chicken tenders, burger and broccolini were amazing! Service was lovely!!

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  9. Michael

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you are thinking about booking a reservation - stop thinking and do it! The food is exceptional across the board, the service is over the top, and the value makes this place a gem.

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  10. Pat VIP

    Gold Coast7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Interesting menu, terrific service, obviously owner/chef really care & committed.

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FAQs

Spinning Bones offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (510) 263-9290.

Spinning Bones is rated 4.6 stars by 315 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
22:30
Booked 4 times today
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1205 Park St, Alameda, CA 94501

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Cross Street
    San Jose Ave.
  • Area
    Alameda
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Meat, Rotisserie Chicken
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Intersection of Park St. and San Jose Ave.
  • Payment Options
    Contactless Payment
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Delivery & takeout
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