Delah Coffee

Outstanding wait service, our Chef Sing Love absolutely amazing, excellent food, with short ribs and potatoes, and the other dish was plantains with beef, incredible. Our service manager brought us the finest Oaxaca Rum, an incredible place to dine in downtown Oakland!

Jen Deal

Beautifully decorated with local Columbian history and traditions on display in a modern, upscale way. Staff is as amazing as the number of times they use the word. Food is craveable and leaves you planning a return visit halfway through the meal. I appreciate when chefs can add a twist to traditional meals without losing the core foundation of it, the essence of the experience and the flavors. So well done, Chef!

Devan

The short rib shareable was incredible. The drinks were good though I didn’t know exactly what I was ordering. The atmosphere was so cool - glad we stumbled upon this place!!

Meagan Lindsay

My socks are all the way in Berkeley because they were KNOCKED off. The depth of flavor and creative surprises of sweet and savory in these dishes was like finding a new religion. A truly joyous culinary experience. Our queen Jackie was so wonderful and served us up some lovely recommendations. Celery root is now a staple in my home kitchen. Thank you. 🙏

Brijet Myers

Absolutely wonderful experience at Parche. First time here, my mom and I came for a late lunch. The owner or manager was at the front, very friendly and sat us and brought water. The wait staff was lovely, explained a few menu items (I'm not super familiar with Colombian food), and gave recommendations. Ordered drinks and entrees - everything was beautiful. From the glassware and dishes to the drink garnish to the plating of the food. Entree sizes were bigger than expected, and we finished every bite - it was all so delicious. Kind, knowledgeable service, cool atmosphere, delicious drinks and food. Will be coming back!

Brittany Roberts

Excellent food, the ceviche is all incredible. They had a huge selection of drinks. It was great to visit in December, they had holiday themed options and we shared an incredible steak.

Luna Salaver

Wow! What a great place to try Columbian food. We had the ceviche, Brussels sprouts and the bisteak on garlic mashed potatoes. ALL excellent! The server was friendly, attentive and responsive. I will be back!

Ashley Hung

Amazing food, amazing ambiance. The ceviche was truly life changing. Trout with squid ink, mango puree, crispy salmon skin + plantains for dipping 😱 textures 10/10. The flavors were tropical like a ceviche should be, but still unique. Best ceviche I’ve ever had. I wish I was kidding but the waiter asked if we were done as I was scraping the plate, plantain in hand. I had to forfeit the remains. Crispy chicharrones were probably my favorite dish. They were paired with quite an acidic sauce and I think it really added depth to the meat. We got into brussel sprouts from teleferic and therefore also have high expectations for them. And parche’s did not disappoint whatsoever. Every single brussel sprout was evenly crispy and caramelized. The posta negra was a braised short rib with the most beautiful sauce combo — some typical sweet meat sauce with yuca-coconut mash???? Hello??? Absolutely insane. Coming from somebody who doesn’t even enjoy coconut. The meat was sooooo tender too oh my god For dessert, we got the oblea Santander which was like a layered cookie with dulce de leche, cherry jam, and cheese (we were feeling experimental). SO GOOD. The cheese was naturally sweet but still a bit savory, balancing the sweetness from the dulce de leche and jam.

Margaret Huang

I’ve eaten here more than 10 times. I’ve never had one bad meal here, not one. I have impressed a lot of people that I have brought here with me from the harden foodie to the person who needs gluten free. Their gluten free menu is spectacular. This restaurant works hard on all fronts. The service is always warm and on point. Periodically, there is a a massive breakout celebration going on for someone’s party. The mood is chill and unpretentious. Do yourself a favor and experience it yourself!

Kavya Nooguri

Great food with good vibes. Loved the fresh ingredient and flavors. Dont miss the chocolate cake dessert and drinks.

Samuel Beall

Outstanding wait service, our Chef Sing Love absolutely amazing, excellent food, with short ribs and potatoes, and the other dish was plantains with beef, incredible. Our service manager brought us the finest Oaxaca Rum, an incredible place to dine in downtown Oakland!

Virginia Orman

Honestly, I was blown away by Parche! A friend had gotten me a gift card for my birthday as I am gluten-free, so I went going in with no expectations and sat with a friend at the bar with no reservations. Our bartender was great! She helped us order and recommended DELICIOUS drinks! Como un lulo and Molienda (We also yapped forever and she refilled our waters and didn't make us feel like we had to leave, although we were more than willing if they needed our seats.) We ordered the Tumaca Ceviche as was the bartender's recommendation and it was so delicious we drank all the broth. The patacones, which came with delicious salsas and sauces, and the Pesca Samira which was sooooo good! We also ordered the Arroz Attollado which actually was way too much even though it was all good so I brought that home for leftovers which which great the next day! We were so full we didn't order dessert! I think the candela would be a better drink with dessert or on its own as the cinnamon was a bit strong with fish, as that was our second drink of the night we probably didn't even need it. Otherwise, no notes! The space was beautiful, the bartender gave great service to us, and the vibes were great! Felt like such a nice Oakland Friday night and such a great surprise.

Sonia Fajardo

This place is amazing! Delicious food, tasty cocktails, and great service. Love de decor and ambience too. Highly recommend this restaurant!

Thibault Mortier

We went because they were featured in the guide Michelin and it didn't disappoint. We had their ceviche (salty and spicy 🔥) with great seasonal cocktails. We tried their traditional dishes which were filling, although I wouldn't consider it refined food their take on it was good.

I had a really great experience at this food place and would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a solid, enjoyable meal. From the moment I arrived, the atmosphere was welcoming and comfortable, making it a great spot to relax and enjoy some good food. The menu offers a nice variety of options, with something for every taste. Everything I ordered was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The portions were generous, and the presentation was appealing. You can tell quality ingredients are used, which makes a big difference in the overall experience. The staff was friendly, attentive, and professional throughout my visit. Orders were taken quickly, food came out in a timely manner, and everything was accurate. The team made sure customers were taken care of without being overbearing, which I really appreciated. The restaurant itself was clean and well-maintained, with a pleasant vibe that made dining in enjoyable. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick bite or sitting down for a full meal, it’s a great place to eat. Overall, this food place delivers exactly what you want: tasty food, great service, and a welcoming environment. It’s clear they care about their customers and take pride in what they do. I’ll definitely be coming back and would recommend it to friends and family without hesitation!

Came here for happy hour and was truly impressed! The cocktails were well made, the food delicious and flavorful and the service was so kind and attentive. Definitely worth a visit especially for the Yuma fries with chicarrón!

1st dining at this restaurant and it was beyond my expectations! Absolutely delicious food, wonderful cocktails, and delightful service. I felt like I was sitting in a restaurant in South America. Do unique layers of flavors of each dish we had was extremely memorable. No one was talking at our table. We were too busy devouring the food in front of us. The only disappointment was the plantain gnocchi was not available so I will come back for sure to try this enticing dish!

Angel Velasquez

I had a really great experience at this food place and would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for a solid, enjoyable meal. From the moment I arrived, the atmosphere was welcoming and comfortable, making it a great spot to relax and enjoy some good food. The menu offers a nice variety of options, with something for every taste. Everything I ordered was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The portions were generous, and the presentation was appealing. You can tell quality ingredients are used, which makes a big difference in the overall experience. The staff was friendly, attentive, and professional throughout my visit. Orders were taken quickly, food came out in a timely manner, and everything was accurate. The team made sure customers were taken care of without being overbearing, which I really appreciated. The restaurant itself was clean and well-maintained, with a pleasant vibe that made dining in enjoyable. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick bite or sitting down for a full meal, it’s a great place to eat. Overall, this food place delivers exactly what you want: tasty food, great service, and a welcoming environment. It’s clear they care about their customers and take pride in what they do. I’ll definitely be coming back and would recommend it to friends and family without hesitation!

Michael Olague

Wow this place is good. The server was incredibly kind and helpful. The food was insanely good. We got one ceviche and one entree each. The server did say that it was a lot, but we were really hungry and they were supportive of the idea. I got the short ribs plate and it was insane--I was curious of the flavor combination because I'm a huge stickler for good short ribs. I was proven wrong--the flavor combinations worked fantastically well. The coconut/yuca mash complimented the rich rib meat amazingly. My fiancé had the mojarra frita and it was also insanely delicious. Full of flavor and cooked beautifully crispy but still tender. The spicy potatoes that came with the dish were to die for. Overall, an absolutely delicious and wonderful experience. Would highly recommend to anyone.

This restaurant is truly a little gem of Colombia in Oakland. The service was genuinely nice and welcoming, even though I could tell they were a bit short staff and they still handled everything with grace. I absolutely loved the presentation and flavor of the salmon ceviche. It was fresh, vibrant, and beautifully plated. I also ordered an espresso martini; it was good, but I personally missed that little touch of Baileys to make it perfect. The décor is colorful, lively, and full of personality it really adds to the whole experience. The only reason I'm not giving five stars is because my steak arrived slightly cold. However, it's nothing they can't improve, and I'm definitely willing to give them a second chance very soon. Thank you, Parche team see you soon!

I have no complaints about the food!! It’s delicious. But the wait time for the food during non rush hour is kind of crazy … it was at least 25 minutes after we placed the order , The area plate had so many butts of the squash, I’m not against being respectful and use everything and every part of the vegetable. But ALL of the squash on my plate were end parts of the squash which was a bit irritating.

Very delicious food! The most yummy shocking surprise was actually the flan. Otherwise the pork belly and pork chop were incredible. Brussel sprouts were what you’d expect. Only disappointment was the drink service was quite slow.

Emma Peng

I have no complaints about the food!! It’s delicious. But the wait time for the food during non rush hour is kind of crazy … it was at least 25 minutes after we placed the order , The area plate had so many butts of the squash, I’m not against being respectful and use everything and every part of the vegetable. But ALL of the squash on my plate were end parts of the squash which was a bit irritating.

Paul Wylie

Very delicious food! The most yummy shocking surprise was actually the flan. Otherwise the pork belly and pork chop were incredible. Brussel sprouts were what you’d expect. Only disappointment was the drink service was quite slow.

Went for lunch. Awesome ambiance, sad I didn’t get to try a cocktail but I bet they’re great! The ceviche was flavorful but it was mostly liquid and had only a ridiculously few small pieces of fish. Also had the short rib sandwich which was delicious. Prices seem high in comparison to the portions but the flavors are good. Service was very friendly but was only offered more iced tea after we paid the check.

Sharon Flynn

Went for lunch. Awesome ambiance, sad I didn’t get to try a cocktail but I bet they’re great! The ceviche was flavorful but it was mostly liquid and had only a ridiculously few small pieces of fish. Also had the short rib sandwich which was delicious. Prices seem high in comparison to the portions but the flavors are good. Service was very friendly but was only offered more iced tea after we paid the check.

Very beautiful restaurant, and maybe I just came in on an off day, but I had this place on my list for a while. The ceviche was nicely presented and the ingredients worked well together, but it was lacking seasoning. I also wasn’t sure if bottled lime juice was used as the base, which gave it a flat taste. After adding some salt, the flavors improved and I enjoyed it more. Then came the chicharrón con yuca. I’ll admit I messed up here—I probably should’ve ordered another entrée instead of trying too much at once. The server explained that their version of chicharrón (pork belly) is intentionally served chewy rather than crispy, but it was far tougher than expected and not enjoyable in texture. I didn’t expect a refund or anything like that, but I do think feedback is important. I truly hope to come back and give this place another try, because I’d love to find some authentic Colombian food in the Bay Area.

Bryan G

Very beautiful restaurant, and maybe I just came in on an off day, but I had this place on my list for a while. The ceviche was nicely presented and the ingredients worked well together, but it was lacking seasoning. I also wasn’t sure if bottled lime juice was used as the base, which gave it a flat taste. After adding some salt, the flavors improved and I enjoyed it more. Then came the chicharrón con yuca. I’ll admit I messed up here—I probably should’ve ordered another entrée instead of trying too much at once. The server explained that their version of chicharrón (pork belly) is intentionally served chewy rather than crispy, but it was far tougher than expected and not enjoyable in texture. I didn’t expect a refund or anything like that, but I do think feedback is important. I truly hope to come back and give this place another try, because I’d love to find some authentic Colombian food in the Bay Area.

Carlos Molano

This place serves good food, but you should avoid avoid ordering the empanada. At the price point of $19 for 2 I was expecting the bigger size you see in Colombia, but they’re not it’s just a regular size empanada. The taste of them were also nothing exceptional, you can easily find better tasting ones elsewhere for $4-6 each. Aside from this the other dishes we ordered were good and somewhat fairly priced.

2nd visit. First time, food was okay but expensive. This evening, food was even more expensive, mediocre at best and they never brought us our ordered entree. For 3 of us, a $100 happy hour quality meal with unorganized service. Brussel sprouts way too sweet. The $21 arepas - tricked out with sauce and beans, a far from arepas we had in Columbia. Can’t comment on the bistec because it never was served to us, and we had to request that the charge be removed from our bill. Clearly a popular place but for us, Oakland residents, there are better alternatives in Uptown. Not going back.