Welcome to Au Lounge
Located in downtown Oakland, Au Lounge is a trendy, casual spot known for its upscale yet cozy atmosphere. The chef, affectionately known as Chef Smelly, pours love into every dish, creating a memorable dining experience. With a blend of delicious food, friendly service, and a relaxing ambiance, Au Lounge is a go-to spot for foodies and those looking for a great time. Enjoy a range of tasty dishes, excellent cocktails, and a welcoming staff that goes above and beyond to ensure your visit is unforgettable. Don't miss out on the best nights - Thursday, Friday, and Saturday - for a night of good food, drinks, and dancing at Au Lounge.
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2430 Broadway Oakland, CA 94612 Hotline: (510) 893-1411
Welcome to Au Lounge, a trendy and casual lounge located at 2430 Broadway in Oakland, CA. This unique establishment offers a variety of amenities, including outdoor seating, a full bar, a pool table, and even Wi-Fi for your convenience. Whether you're looking to dance the night away on Thursdays, Fridays, or Saturdays or simply relax with a group of friends, Au Lounge is the place to be.
But what really sets Au Lounge apart is the love and care that Chef Smelly puts into the food. Customers rave about the delicious dishes, from the fried chicken to the blackened shrimp, accompanied by sides like Mac n cheese and green beans. The atmosphere is described as upscale yet welcoming, with white tablecloths and friendly staff who make you feel right at home.
From the moment you enter, you'll be greeted by the welcoming hostesses and bartenders who are ready to assist you with your order. While some customers have mentioned minor issues with service, the overall experience at Au Lounge is one of enjoyment and satisfaction.
So whether you're looking for a quiet spot for a date night or a lively venue for a night out with friends, Au Lounge offers the best of both worlds. Stop by, grab a drink, and indulge in the delectable dishes that have earned this lounge a loyal following in Oakland.
This is my #1 GO-TO spot whenever I come to OAKLAND. The lounge setting has an upscale with an AT-HOME feel. The service is A1 bc of the love Chef Smelly puts into the food. Depending on the day, it's best to make a reservation or be prepared to wait. Either way, you won't leave disappointed. The delightful staff I've encountered has been his wife, hilarious son, dope ass security, and daughter whip'n up the tasty desserts. (I have YET to try) If you're a foodie like me, its best to ck out their social media page. They have delicious items on the low. Holla plates. Only when posted tho. The most recent visit was 5 Sept 24. Surprised I never left a review until now. I will be back.
Great service really amazing atmosphere on this hot day. Please have grace with people in the back in the kitchen because it is truly a scorching day and probably will be for the next couple weeks.
The food, service, and ambience was amazing! Reservations were required. Parking was a little challenging.
Excellent food excellent service good atmosphere enjoyed my Dining experience with AU
I really love this quiet spot located in downtown Oakland. All the food is cooked by the first business called, Smelley's. The food is very delicious and the tables are all dressed with white tablecloth as well. I would describe the ambiance friendly and relaxing; soft music in the background; very friendly hostesses as you enter; spacious seating for singles, small groups and very ideal for late evening dates. And I must also mention that even though this lounge operate under two separate businesses, the bar area and staff which operate as the second business really take care of you. The drinks are reasonable and you can always ask for their assistance to order your food. You may sit and eat at the bar and watch the large TV screens for sports and entertainment. I give them four stars.
Au Lounge was pretty good if you're in the neighborhood. The ambiance and food are great, the service was eh. We sat at the bar and the bartender was on his phone with ear buds in and I had to beg him to take my order. Asking about refills never happened or "would you like another drink?" The food was great. We had the fried chicken and the blackened shrimp with Mac n cheese and green beans. All of which was wonderfully flavored and tasted like it was cooked by someone who knew what they were doing. The service just needs a tune up.
Had a great time at Au Lounge. Nice ambience, great music, and good service. Thanks for a great time!
The ambiance is nice, as is a restaurant that transforms into a nightclub/lounge after hours. My family attended the restaurant, and i must say it is really nice, quaint, and very intimate. We texted ahead of time for availability, and were promptly responded to. While it is a little pricey, the food was Great. The customer service, is where it is. As I've complimented everything up until this point, I sing praises on the service. Quick seating, all done with a welcome greeting and a smile, and EVERYONE is helpful. My only qualm about this place is, they didn't have the chicken waffle cheesecake I saw advertised online. BUT IT IS COMING. All in all, a great experience, in a great location, with delicious food, how can they not WIN WIN WIN NO MATTER WHAT!
Located in the end corner of 25th and Broadway is the nice AU lounge. Comfortable and close. Eclectic crowd and a great selection of music, art and good drinks for decent prices; stronger if you tip your bartender (wink). Parking is ok on the street, not too far of a walk. Private parties and events allowed with proper consultation.