Audrey Jones

I had a wonderful time at Rob Ben's. Here were six people in my party. Parking was very convenient. Upon entering, we heard the sound of R&B music playing in. The background. The server, Serena, met us with a smile. We were seated within minutes. At the time, Serena advised us that she was the lone server. She took our drink orders, and then she assisted other customers. It wasn't long before she returned with drinks. She then took our food order. After maybe 15-20 minutes, our food arrived. We were pleased to see the generous size portions of each meal. The food was seasoned well. Not too much, but just enough to taste the flavor. My entire party had to go bags. We took a group picture and included a picture with Serena. She is now our honorary sister. The food was delicious and priced appropriately. The service and atmosphere were great. I highly recommend Rob Ben's and give it two 👍.

Brandon Strogen

The BEST soul food ive had since moving to The Bay Area. EVERY other place ive tried has been horrible, for real. So, when Kecia asked when i was coming i was very skeptical. They absolutely crushed it! We had smothered porkchops, greens, and mac n cheese and Fish n Grits. Very well seasoned, greens were cooked like back home (Texas), mac n cheese was hot and cheesy, good cornbread, creamy and savory grits. Oh and the drinks! Great selection! Please understand when they name a drink BeastMode, there's meaning! 🤣

January 1stlady

While visiting Oakland I heard about this restaurant and had to go. Everyone there was warm and welcoming, especially the owner/chef Kecia. Thanks for sharing your stories and journey on how Rob Bens came to be. But getting to the best part Kecia feed my soul. The food was so delicious I had the Yams, Fried Chicken and GREEN BEANS. Don't sleep on those green beans had to order extra to go. I'm from the soul but she gave was a run for our money 💰. There was a sitting of Marcus Peter's while I was there. Always good to see talent in the building but many Thanks again for the West Coast Hospitality and Wonderful Food! My Soul was truly blessed to experience this place and the people in this establishment. 🙏🏽

David S

Went for the first time and it was really good. We had the opportunity to speak with the owner Kecia who is wonderful. Our waitress (she was so busy I didn’t get her name but she took care of us) was great. Thank y’all for everything. Tried the fried oysters, prawns and fish and it was really good. Also had the yams, greens, Mac and cheese and had the Hennessy cake for dessert. Everything was great, I will definitely be coming back every time I’m in the area.

B Williams

We arrived just as they were opening on a Friday afternoon. I could smell the aromas as we approached the restaurant!! We ordered the Mama lynch that came with fried fish, fried pork chops, and chicken wings.... Our side selections were the red beans and rice, mans and cheese and an extra side of yams... OMG.. the flavors were smacking.. delicious... flavors popping. So good.. our waitress Shawnee , sorry if I misspelled or got your name wrong, was very polite and attentive. She shared that she made the Mac and cheese and red beans and rice with love and that's exactly how the food tasted, loved Five stars so delicious . When we return to the area, we will be back.

Etecia Burrell (Letthemflourish)

The food was excellent! We had the honey mustard wings, they were sticky and yet crispy. The red beans and rice is flavorful like it has been stewing all day. The fried shrimp were huge and juicy and well seasoned with a crunchy cornmeal coating. The yams were seasoned to perfection. The mac and cheese makes you close your eyes and let out a deep sigh of sweet joy. The fish was crispy and flavorful and fresh tasting. The serving size was huge. We also had a pineapple Ciroc cosmopolitan and a Bush Rod with whiskey instead of Hennessy. Both drinks were Spirit forward and not too sweet. We were able to watch the NCAA women’s final four game and Lakers game at the same time. The servers were kind and our food didn’t take long to come out at all. We are definitely going to make this our new go to spot.

Tyler Clemons

This is my first time at Rob Ben's. My wife and I highly recommend. The Mac and cheese, greens, yams, and my fish sandwich where AMAZING 😍. I will definitely be back. Our drinks were really good too. I had the Skittles and my wife had the kool-aid. The staff is friendly and you can tell that the community loves the place.

Meghan

Came in right before breakfast ended-like 12:15pm lol. The ladies working were so nice, sat us right away and took out order right away. They didn't rush us at all, which can happen. Three food was super good and fresh. Pancakes were hella fluffy and the breakfast potatoes are fire. Mimosas was on point too.

+2

Chidera Nwadike

I was shocked to see the amount of fish I got, it was so yummy, Prefectly soft inside and very crunchy outside. The cook gave me sample of the cake and I just had to add it to my take out order. The red beans and rices were so good and soft. The garlic green beans were too soft and the free corn bread was too sweet for my liking. The service was amazing, it feels like I’m dropping by a family’s house when I stop at Rob Ben’s! Thank you!

Tamera Shakir

The food was very good. The prices were very reasonable. Our waitress was great. The only reason they got 4 stars instead of 5 is because they were sold out of my first two desert choices. So I had to settle for number 3. Atmosphere inside was fine, but neighborhood leaves a bit to be desired. Maybe it was just my timing.

Empress Love

The entrance way is tiny. The older woman that is supposed to greet customers is not that friendly and came off a little rude. She told me they can’t take my order because they may not have enough food to fulfill it. The bartender was nice and the reason my order was placed. The atmosphere reminds me of a juke joint and that was kool. Good music! The fried chicken was fried to perfection but wasn’t seasoned. The greens could have been cooked a little longer. The yams had a different taste than what I’m used to the Mac n cheese was ok but has a garlic hint of flavor , not a huge fan . Also this meal was expensive. I did have cocktails ( on the high end) will I come back? Probably not but it was an experience. So I went back lol and I regret it! I got 2 oxtail plates and the oxtail were undercooked tuff and burnt, I shouldn’t have gone back !

+4

Braids by Darlene Braids by Darlene

The fish was not good. Tried it twice. The greens were lukewarm the sweet potatoes had too much sugar. The muffin was good. Outta lots if dishes so get there early. Beans n rice good. Pork chops always good. Cocktail weak on alcohol. Brown sugar drink weak and not good. Service not great. But i tip well only because its black owned and i wanna support the staff. Only 1 waitress . Pro. Wont go again.

Chanel Alston

My food made me sick..which I had chicken wings and mac&cheese with a little yams . I brought the food home just made sure I wasn't wrong I ate the chicken and vomited all day. So I don't know what was wrong with it. The mac&cheese was ok yams was ok...they tasted good together. Had one staff member was responsible for doing everything. She was good . It was wrong for them that day to have one person waiters, bartender, cooking and whatever else you may needed. She served you with a beautiful smile.