Kitchen Story: Your Go-To Spot for New American-Asian Fusion in Oakland

Kitchen Story is a great spot for brunch, offering delicious food and generous portions. However, reservations can be hard to come by, and if you walk in, be prepared for a potentially long wait. The food quality is excellent, and the menu features a variety of tasty options to satisfy different cravings. The outdoor seating is a nice bonus, especially on a pleasant day, providing a relaxed dining experience. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, making it a perfect place to catch up with friends or enjoy a leisurely meal. Despite the wait, it’s definitely worth a visit for the fantastic food and vibe!

One of our fav special occasion breakfast spots. Delish fusion brunches, their marscapone stuffed brioche waffle is fire! The millionaires bacon is a bit too sweet for our tastes, but everything else has been great. Only demerit is they don't use real maple syrup!! For the price and quality of their food, dumping corn syrup sludge on there is a crime! Expect a wait without a reservation, crowded on weekends, service is ok.

Solid brunch spot in a great location right on College Ave! I've been to this kitchen story location twice now and would happily come back again. The first time I came in, I had the chicken and waffles which was really great. This most recent time, I had the Big Hass Scramble which was pretty good, but I would say that I probably preferred the chicken and waffles. My girlfriend had the gogi bowl which I thought was decent, but I thought it could have used some spice (maybe some gochujang flavor?). Overall, this place is solid and I'll likely be back again soon.

Go-to for a solid breakfast or brunch! So many tempting choices on the menu that it’s hard to decide. The food always comes out fresh, fast, and looking great.

Phenomenal brunch flavors are worth the wait (and sore bum)! Kitchen Story is an epic brunch spot. If you're planning a weekend visit, I definitely recommend making a reservation, or be prepared for a bit of a wait. I met a friend here for Sunday brunch, and we ordered an assortment of plates and beverages to share. Everything was delicious and repeatable, but here's my order of personal preference for the food: Korean FC Wings: Crispy, flavorful, and absolutely standout. Lemon Ricotta Pancakes: Perfectly fluffy, and bright flavors on perfectly prepared pancakes. Goji Bowl: A solid, satisfying savory option. For beverages, the Ube Latte and the Millionaire's Bloody Mary were the stars of the show. Their house coffee and unsweetened passion fruit iced tea were good, but fairly standard. My only suggestion for management would be to invest in more comfortable seating, but honestly, it was worth the sore bum to enjoy all those delicious flavors! I will definitely be returning and recommending to friends.

The melding together of American breakfast and brunch favorites with a Korean twist is a match made in heaven. Korean fried chicken is married to Belgian waffles in one of the best chicken and waffle breakfasts I’ve ever had. Their millionaire bacon, creamy but also crispy potatoes and Benedict’s should not be missed either. If the weather allows, eat on the sidewalk or in the parklet. Excellent!

Yummy yummy food! I split the chicken and waffles as well as the salmon benedict on a date and it was sooooo tasty. We also ordered the matcha tea latte and a lychee tea. The drinks were yummy and well presented! The fried chicken was crispy, but light and delicious. The waffle was yummy too. I loved the syrup as well. The salmon benedict was absolutely super delicious. The freshness of the fish and the lemony undertone was to die for. Would definitely come again!

Kitchen Story is one of those places that keeps you coming back. Their food is the perfect mix of comfort and creativity. The Millionaire’s Bacon is simply spectacular—thick, crispy, and with just the right balance of sweet and savory. Their brunch never disappoints, with generous portions and flavorful dishes. The atmosphere is cozy and modern, making it a great spot to go with friends or for a casual date. There’s sometimes a wait to get a table, but the service is friendly and efficient, so it’s definitely worth it. Easily one of my favorite brunch spots in Oakland!