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Citron


3.5 of 5 stars 30 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: French, Mediterranean, Californian
  • Neighbourhood: East Bay
  • 5484 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618
  • (510) 653-5484
  • Price range: £16-62 ($25-$100)

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1 of 5 stars
los angeles
16 Feb 2009

I went there wtih my boyfriend for Valentine's Day. We had reservations--which didn't seem to matter. When we walked in to the very small room, there were already four couples huddled by the door, and I felt like I was on top of one couple that was sitting down having their meal. No one acknowledged us for at least five... more

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3 of 5 stars
17 Mar 2008

Best cocktail with fig liqeur. more

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3 of 5 stars
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12 Mar 2008
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Great pastry chef. Execution can be hit or miss on entres. I LOVE the brunch, though. more

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4 of 5 stars
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17 Feb 2008

pleasant and reliable more

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3 of 5 stars
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2 Feb 2008

Unimaginative, solid food. more

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5 of 5 stars
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1 Feb 2008

3/4/5 course pre-fixe / taster menu is the way to go. pair with wine and love life. we had such a pleasant experience. they couldn't have been nicer or more down to earth. more

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3 of 5 stars
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28 Jan 2008

A quaint place that was creative in using a drape to partition off this very cozy restaurant for our party of 25. The passed hors d’oeuvres and tasting menu were enjoyable, but not spectacular. My favorite were the home-made garlic croutons w/the cesaer salad. Service was pleasant; however, there might have been a wine spilling gremlin because wine and champagne... more

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4 of 5 stars
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24 Dec 2007

The staff is extremely accommodating. The menu is interesting and the cuisine tasty. more

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4 of 5 stars
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17 Dec 2007

Wonderful service! more

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Citron Address

5484 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618
Tel: (510) 653-5484 Fax: +1 510 653 9415
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.