Gold Palm
Bar · Downtown
1900 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94612
Highlights
Pakistani small plates, creative cocktails, and a chic, airy vibe
Pakistani small plates, creative cocktails, and a chic, airy vibe
"A new place to party by the Bar Shiru team has sprung up in Gold Palm. The formula for a great time here: stellar cocktails, local wines, and a menu of Pakistani snacks. Gold Palm is our new favorite spot to kick off a night out with friends. But if you want to hunker down and soak in the Art Deco vibes and relaxed atmosphere—the projector showing the Warriors game will encourage that—go for the jalapeño-packed chili cheese toasty to go alongside the masala-rubbed fries, chicken skewers, and a daal chaat (get it “the works”-style, topped with cucumber slices, fried onions, and chili crisp). Once you’re ready, make your way to their “secret bar” through the back door for martinis and music pumping through a fancy sound system." - julia chen 1, lani conway
"The same brain behind Bar Shiru opened a spot just up the street back in October and locals have been flocking ever since. Specialities include low ABV cocktails that promote drinkability and effervescence, like the Disco Nap with a house bitter aperitivo, a variety plum wine called umeshu, and sparkling wine. The ambience is light and welcoming, as well as a back bar focused on the collection of West Coast spirits." - Nico Bianchi
"Many beautiful restaurants once called this lively street corner home, and Gold Palm upholds the tradition. With its sultry bar, arched neon lights, abundant greenery and checkered floors, this Pakistani-inspired, elevated bar guarantees a chic night out after a concert at the nearby Fox." - Flora Tsapovsky
"A new place to party by the Bar Shiru team has sprung up in Gold Palm. The formula for a great time here: stellar cocktails, local wines, and a menu of Pakistani snacks. Gold Palm is our new favorite spot to kick off a night out with friends. But if you want to hunker down and soak in the Art Deco vibes and relaxed atmosphere—the projector showing the Warriors game will encourage that—go for the jalapeño-packed chili cheese toasty to go alongside the masala-rubbed fries, chicken skewers, and a daal chaat (get it “The Works”-style, topped with cucumber slices, fried onions, and chili crisp). Once you’re ready, make your way to their “secret bar” through the back door for martinis and music pumping through a fancy sound system." - Lani Conway
"Shirin Raza and Daniel Gahr of Bar Shiru took over this corner space in the Floral Depot building and installed Gold Palm, a restaurant that serves what the couple dubbed “Pakistani party food.” Diners can tuck into chicken samosas, salads, or the chile cheese toasty, a cheddar- and Gruyere-laden grilled cheese with jalapeño inside. If there’s time, see if there’s room to dip into the attached speakeasy Moonglow for drinks, although be aware that visitors are prohibited from taking photos and videos inside." - Dianne de Guzman
