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Dopo in Oakland is a two star Italian restaurant. This place features outdoor dining. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a romantic atmosphere. This restaurant is very affordable. This place features lunch and fine wines. This restaurant is open late and good for groups.
3.0 of 5 stars.
There are a few things you must know before venturing off to DOPO. First off, the host is very attentive. There will always be a line upfront, so if the host puts your name on the list, ask him to...
yelp.com - user review - 10/10/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of those rare time where I wish yelp had half stars. 3 stars for food 1/2 star for service (an dthat is only because the host was so friendly and accomodating.)The menu is very limited,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
been coming to dopo since the restaurant opened..seen this place evolve into one of the best restaurants in the area.great sandwichs pizzas for lunch..dinner is always very good the menu changes.u...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
More like, don't go. We went to support the locals, since we live so close. We were craving good Italian and don't paying a little more for it. Unfortunately what we got was a lot less, portions aside...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I normally would not venture to East Bay as end destination dinner point, but wife and I had massages at Claremont earlier in day so decided to have dinner at Dopo. We arrived early (6:30) and there...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo is my go-to place in Oakland, although a little pricey. They have a very limited vegetarian selection (usually only 1 dish) and that is why I gave it 3 stars. HOWEVER the food is always fresh and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo is a sweet, quaint Italian restaurant on the busy Piedmont Street. It would make an impressive date spot, but not so roomy for your big groups. The hubby took me out for a "just because" date....
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
oy.highly anticipated our visit. we are HUGE thin crust pizza fans. Here is how Saturday lunch went down:* got seated, waited 15 minutes (seriously) for a drink, had to wave down our waiter, while the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Salad was lame -- just baby lettuce with dressing. No tomato, no nuts, not cheese, no onions -- just lettuce.Calzone was amazing -- very flavorful and a hearty portion. It's vegetarian, but my...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
"DOPO" is Dope! On a promenade in "Piedmont" during a quiet week night, my better half and I were lead to this jewel by the candles and dimmed lights of this, at the time, soon to be favorite...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was a really great find. The menu changes with what's in season, so you may or may not be able to get the same things we did, but we were there in time for the chanterelle ravioli with sage and I...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Top-notch Italian eatery in Oakland (Piedmont Avenue).Each night, they have a wonderful assortment of -(i) Pesce Crudo (raw fish) served up in creative Italian flare(ii) Pizzas cooked to perfection...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Today is our friend Valerie's birthday and we wanted to take her out. She lives a block from Piedmont so we decided to have a meal in her area. She had no preference in general. I have been to quite a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
IMPRESSIVE wine list, servers are clearly knowledgeable.the food is good, for sure, but the portions do not check out with the price. it's a lovely environment & a wine snob's spot, but if you want...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I tried. I really did. I wanted to love this place because so many seem to. But no. I am afraid this one left me wanting for....food. Decent food. This is most certainly the case of the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Arrived for a late Tuesday dinner....the restaurant is normally crazy busy and we took advantage of a dead night to try it. We had the duck confit, the smoked trout antipasti, and the buffalo...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Found this restaurant on this site (I love YELP). Our server was not very friendly. The menu is very limited. After giving us water and taking our order, he brought bread, and didn't come back. We...
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The staff at Dopo was very nice. Due to the hot weather they tried to seat everyone they could either outside in front or along the side in a little private alley lined with tables for 2. The alley...
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Charred and thin, the perfect pizza. Just wish the topping options were a bit broader. All in all a great neighborhood place.
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I thought Dopo was delicious. My friends? Not as enthusiastic as me but I think everyone still enjoyed themselves. We shared the salumi plate for 4 and while all of the meats were delicious, I thought...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place serves some of the best food in the Bay Area. The last few times were mediocre at best but about 90% of the time i have a wonderful experience. I will always continue to go. They are always...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've heard so many things about Dopo over the past few years from friends whose opinion about food I trust. Tonight was the first time I ate there and they were on target. The food was very good. I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Italian food like it's supposed to be.Must tries:- salumi/pate sampling ( a plate for 2 can satisfy 4 judicious epicures)- the lasagna (holy OMG!)- any wine recommended by Graham ;)
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Pizza was very good.. we were initially seated outside in the little alley but we didn't like it and moved to the bar. No complaints and the food was very good.
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Four stars. Not five, but not completely their fault. Five, maybe, if the menu wasn't so geared to carnivores (of which I am not). So four. It was time for a special meal. So we drove over to Piedmont...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Finally, an Italian restaurant that makes its own pasta.. Truly delic. I recommend the pigeon pasta and the pancetta pizza.
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
like most places i seem to be encountering lately, they did not have enough vegetarian items. i guess that's to be expected at a lot of italian places, though. however, the pizza and potato dish i...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My lovely sister called me at 4pm on a Friday night and offered to take our kids for a sleepover. Excited, but with no solid plan in hand, my husband and I headed to Piedmont Avenue, hoping to catch...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Despite all the hype around this place (not to mention a friend who knows the owners), I found it disappointing on every level.My girlfriend, her 8-yr old daughter, and I arrived at a little before...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite places since I moved into the neighborhood! They have super-thin crust pizza with quality ingredients for toppings - so delicious! I like them better than Delfina, which is quite...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I went her for lunch the other day and found the food to be very delicious. We shared the tiny gem salad, which is really just a Ceasar Salad by another name, and a couple of panini...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've loved this place since it opened. Interesting appetizers, great (and very reasonably priced) pizzas, oh-so-tempting desserts. Plus they've expanded their menu in the intervening years, now...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just a quick update to say that Dopo still conjures up the most mind-blowing pasta dishes in the East Bay, hands down. For example, just the other night they had on their menu pappardelle with braised...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I used to be OBSESSED with Dopo. They have arguably one of the best thin crust pizzas in the east bay (a little less burnt than Pizzaiolo) and their pastas are always delicious. The only problem with...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
no decor save pics, tables enclose the counter and the open kitchen in the left corner.fine dining:-arancino of beef and pork ragu (@6): deep fried rice balls with beef/pork paste in the center....
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was really good, don't get me wrong, the staff (all of them, the host, the server, the busboy, and the runner) couldn't be any sweeter. My only complaint is the portion to price ratio is a bit off....
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
YUM YUM YUM! I've been here twice in the past few months and absolutely love it. I'd go more often, but feel silly showing up alone to a place like this - anyone interested?The food here is delicious...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I used to buy my christmas tree in the used-to-be-vacant-lot on the corner of Piedmont/Pleasant Valley, where Adesso now takes up shop.I remember when there were TWO rockridge movie theaters - one in...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When I first went to this restaurant years ago, I wasn't that happy. Coming from an off-the-boat Italian family, I felt that my mom's tomato sauce was better, and the portions at Dopo too small. Not...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Finally, after almost two years of forgetfulness and failed attempts, we had dinner at Dopo! Glad we did, too, as it turned out to be a near perfect dining experience after a long & hard work week....
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Eh. Dopo was OK. Went there for the first time on a Monday night. Sat at the bar. The service was fast and attentive. We each had a glass of wine and ordered a couple things, neither of which was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The only reason why I'm giving it 3 stars instead of 5 is because of the service. There were 3 available and we had to wait about 40 minutes to get one (apparently it took very long to put some...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh this place is favoloso! I decided to treat myself to a nice glass of wine and dinner as a celebratory meal.. I walked in and was acknowledged by the owner, then after a brief couple minutes I was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
3 months after my first and only meal here... my dindin buddy and i are STILL talking about the pasta dish with pigeon ragu. pasta chewiness so perfect you thought you would only read about in...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i only go here for the pizza. it's light, crispy exterior and chewy interior, thin crust goodness. some of the best in the bay for sure. the other dishes are hit or miss. but they do serve racer 5 in...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I chose Dopo for my graduation dinner and it did not disappoint.Our party of seven tried almost everything on the menu and ate our meal family style. This was an awesome way to dine at Dopo....
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is an amazing restaurant. Every time we eat here the food is different and simply wonderful. The combinations of flavors are extraordinary. No other chef, that we have tried so far, is able to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
All you reviewers who can't read a simple menu... i just don't know what to say...Dopo's menu isn't more confusing than other menus -- it's not confusing at all. What are you people talking about?...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Their thin crust pizza is so good. It's very simple and tasty. I also tried their lasagna, which they did warn us ahead of time that it would take 20 min to make. It was well worth it. The pasta...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Place definitely has a bent towards older, well-dressed patrons. Younger, casually dressed be prepared for slower, lesser service. Food was decent, dessert was lovely. Would return if convenient, but...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Don't pay too much attention to the negative reviews for this place. I just moved into the area and this is one of the first places I have tried in the neighborhood. It was soooo good. The owner/host...
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The staff are people that love food and not people that just need a job.Stella the waitress is just soothing,and Natalie the other waitress is just so adorable and lovely.The host/impessario just...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Underwhelmed and somewhat disappointed. Like many, I had high expectations after reading the rave reviews on this page and also receiving emails from other sites noting this to be the "it" place for...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
mmmmmm.... dopo.Sooooooo good. REALLY great food. It's totally fresh and seasonal. The menu is small as a result, which I don't really see as a bad thing. Everything on the menu is interesting. The...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This little restaurant on Piedmont got such great reviews and looked so quaint from the outside, I had quite high expectations when dining here.. However, I left Dopo fairly underwhelmed.I went here...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great food and friendly service. Not much else to say here. I actually like waiting for tables, its part of the experience for me and something I rarely get to enjoy in my neighborhood.
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place has great service but the menu is not the greatest. You will need clarification on every single thing on the menu and my girlfriend decided to order cheese pizza after asking ten questions...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yum. If you can get a seat in here, grab it. The food was great and the service was on point. The only negative is how busy and loud this place gets. Note: Don't hesitate to get clarification...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the menu was limited, but the food was good. the menu seemed slightly confusing, but after some clarification, everything came together.
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We live in the neighborhood and were excited about Dopo when it first opened. Over time, however, our enthusiasm waned and after two consecutive mediocre experiences, I can't give Dopo more than two...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My hands down favorite Italian in the Bay Area, far and away better than any other Italian I've tried here, and my #1 favorite restaurant in the Bay Area if I want an elegant but simple meal. I am...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place.. I eat their food, ask them which ingredients they used and try to go home and duplicate it. Sometimes I come close but it is never quite so good as as when I sit down and eat the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Do not bring your in-laws here. In-laws from Ohio do not appreciate confusing menus. They also don't like that you have to pay extra for veggies on the side of your $20 dish. And when in-laws from...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We call this place, perfect Italian, for the gourmet set. I wish the BART line ran through this restaurant. I would go there that often. Why? It's an experience where the food (and wine) takes you...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Our friends gave us a gift certificate for Dopo for our wedding, and we were happy to put it to use. We had been there once before when my mother was in town: sat outside, ordered the salami plate,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food was really good and our server was very informative and made great wine pairings for our dinner. I'd say minus 2 stars because the first time I showed up for dinner, I didn't know where to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Consistently delicious food, good service, and nice atmosphere. The menu changes constantly, but I love their pastas and pizzas. The appetizers are pricey and are small portions, but still dee-lish....
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We decided to try out this place for lunch, and I'm really glad I did. Their menu is concise and everything sounded very appetizing. We had the mozzarella oregano pizza and the tuna open-faced panini...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This is a hard one. The food was very good. I had the seafood pasta and chose it b/c I wanted to order something different and I don't eat red meat or poultry (the menu has more options for real...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here twice, one time back in January for my bday lunch with two girlfriends and the second time with my boyfriend for lunch in February. The first time we went here for my birthday lunch a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
No! Just, no.Extremely negligent and appalling service disgustingly paired with mediocre food resembling concoctions conjured up by merely an inspired but novice Italian food enthusiast.The wine...
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Came here on several occasions and the food always surprised me. The pork chop we had last time was perfect. It's amazing how they can cook such a thick slice of pork chop just right, not too raw and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo gets an automatic 5 stars from me for serving bread with house-made pork-pate. House-made pork pate!?!? Sign me up. The ricotta gnocchi with pork ragu was also exceptional, and my date seemed to...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Small restaurant (though the expansion takes it out of claustrophobia-land) with a limited, seasonally-informed menu. I've eaten here a number of times and quite frankly, I've never had anything I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo is my new favorite local North Oakland Italian eatery. It's a great casual place with tasty, authentic Italian food. The panini sandwiches and pizzas are great for lunch. No wonder why this...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I was really looking forward to eating here. My fiance and I had never tried it but had heard great things about the place. It was a Monday and we got all dressed up for a nice date night out. When...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo is without a doubt, the best restaurant on Piedmont Avenue. Crudo, cured meats, home made pasta's - it doesn't get much better. They even have a very drinkable glass of wine for $5 on the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food is good, and wine selection good. I would give it 3.5 stars, but rounded down because the male owner/host is an obnoxious sycophant I'm sure he's nice if you get to know him. Food small...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Now, I'm not a foodie, by any means. But, I'm not an Olive Garden kind of gal either. I guess I'm somewhere in the middle, wherever that may be. So, I have to admit I was a little intimated by the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ran down to Piedmont Market for some meat. On the way back there happened to be a parking spot right across the street from Dopo, I was hungry (not surprising) So went in for a quick bite. I have been...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's a gem in little piedmont. i gave it 4 stars only because we were seated right in front of the doorway and it became very cold everytime a new patron arrived. we asked to move (only got our water...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My new favorite neighborhood restaurant. The host was incredibly attentive as my party waited outside, keeping us informed and taking our drink orders. The Frito Misto was inventive (I never would...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of the few restaurants I've eaten at more than three times and never had anything I didn't love. Last time it was truffels--served three ways with different kinds of seafood. The pizzas are...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo is a gem, and I'm so glad that a restaurant like this popped up in our neighborhood. My boyfriend and I went there to celebrate our three-year anniversary, and so we planned to stay a while and...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hey, Patrick! Delizioso, my friend! You're doing a fantastic job!!
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome. Awesome food and a great selection of inexpensive Italian wines.
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You ever have one of those days? Today was one for me. Feeling not so great about things and lo and behold, you walk up to Dopo. You're met with a genuine, welcome and instantly made to feel...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The service was great! Nice friendly people that work there. I ordered something to go and did not wait every long. T he food was good I liked it. It was a little pricey but then again you are on...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. Great service, and really delicious food. I like the very short, Italian-only wine list. The pizza is terrific. All the dishes I've had were very good. I often have to Google their...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've heard a lot of great things about this place and finally got the chance to try it out. My girlfriend and I showed up on a Tuesday night and were told our wait would be about 15 minutes. The...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We love dopo. We love it. Before we had our daughter, we were there every couple of weeks. John and Kayda (spelling?) have done a great job in creating a place that serves fantastic food and feels...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had dinner with friends here last Friday and it was quite a surprise. I enjoyed their sampler plates, which included pates and a variety of meats. I had the mushroom and ricotta calzone and it was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If I could give Dopo 3.5 stars, I would. I have a conflicted relationship with Dopo. I like the place, like that it's there. It gives Piedmont Avenue a note of sass and sophistication and therefore...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I finally got the chance to dine at Dopo last night on mother/daughter "date night." It was a Thursday night and we got to the restaurant at 6:45 so I was a little concerned about wait time. We were...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Solid 4 - food here is really fresh and put together well. I love the thin crust pizzas, though at time there's been just a tad too much grease for my taste. Small plates are the general rule - I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Maybe it was simply a magical evening where nothing could go wrong, but I like to think Dopo is simply spot on when it comes to Italian food. My friend and I chanced the crowds and were thrilled when...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
had a lovely date night with miz thing here a month or two ago. it's a fancy kinda place, so the servings were a mite small, but not criminally so--we ended up comfortably full at the end of the meal,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After deciding that we were settling on Italian food for the night, we narrowed our choice down to Dopo's, a trendy Italian restaurant down the street from Fenton's. They don't take reservations and...
yelp.com - user review - 12/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
my boyfriend took me here for my birthday last night! i had been waiting to try this place for SO LONG. finally, now i know what all the rave reviews are about.the place is small and really cute. we...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This was supposed to have been a glorious update to my existing 2007 Dopo review, wherein I bump them from three stars ("cute place, with somewhat brusque service, and incredibly salty food") to four...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I heart this place to the max. Took him here last night for dinner and he's difficult to impress, but he really enjoyed it. He even suggested getting a whole bottle of wine. I was like ooohhhh, I like...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. I even love waiting outside for a table in the cold Oakland air with a glass of wine. My husband and I have eaten here several times and everything we've ordered, each time around,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Along with Flora, this is my favorite restaurant in the East Bay. The salumi platter with pate is the best ever and their pizza is amazing. On top of that, the staff is friendly and knowledgable. I...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We've been going here quite a bit lately and they are really hitting their groove. As a major creature of habit, we generally get a couple of the salumi (delicious), several plates of the perfect...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
For my last day in SF, wanted to cross the bay bridge and check out some good pizza in Oakland. I skipped Zachary's in favor of thin crust pizza. Chowhounders suggested this place. Food roundup:-...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I organized a small birthday dinner for my girlfriend there, as it's one of her favorite restaurants. Despite this fact, I'd never been there before, and had heard it was similar to Pizzaiolo.We had...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Simple fare is an under rated thing.A light thin crust pizza with sausage and bitter greens.Lemony and peppery arugula salad.5 lemon zeppole in powdered sugar.Pared with a good friend, casual...
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I had dinner here once years ago. A friend took me here. It was pretty good and would have been alright except the person I was with was a complete asshole but they paid and I love free food so three...
yelp.com - user review - 11/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food is awesome, but the portion size does not equal the price tag. I ordered the lamb triangolis, they were amazing, but there were 4 raviolis for $18! They were good, but the most expensive...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
really good cozy and simple place. the salumi platter was great. shared a pizza with fennel and calabrian chilis. the crust was thin and crispy which is always a good thing! wine list has a great...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
**Ring Ring**Me: Hello?Date: I'm having a table held for us at 7:00 at Dopo. They don't take reservations, but I know one of the guys and he said he would hold a table for us at 7:00...can you be here...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I tried Dopo for the 1st time yesterday and I would have to say that I've enjoyed my experience there. I thought the staff was very kind and welcoming. FoodWe had the oysters and house bread with the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
we don't get to oakland much, my man went and got himself a case of "white flight", graduated from berkeley and moved in with me, down here to lovely san jose- where we have at least eight chili's and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
To make a long story short, . . .-They were late in opening. -The menu was heavy.-Menu's were not printed by the time we sat down and we had to wait another 10 minutes for them (I was already...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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Dopo celebrates italian food just like you expect in the best trattorias in...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 11/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
All around amazing! Great service (owner/host/wait staff), great atmosphere, tables outside, and the best of all ... great Italian food! Good pizzas, great pasta.. Classic but different from the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ive gone here a few times....neither was planned and both visits left FULLY satisfied. Its a non-assuming restaurant, best descrbed as welcoming and clean. Youll likey have to wait, but not to worry,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food at this place is UNBELIEVABLE!! I am a huge foodie and Italian and have to say Dopo gives my mom a run for her money. I think there dishes are creative, fresh, and all of there ingredients...
yelp.com - user review - 09/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here with my mom when she came to visit. Good simple flavors with perfect portions. My mom loved this place...and my mom isn't too liberal with the word "love." Good food, but i probably...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My Husband and I finally made it in! We just came back tonight and are stuffed! Since it was a nice evening, we thougt we'd skip the gym and have a nice dinner. We discovered this place last year,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
OVER-RATED. I've been here thrice, and with the exception of an incredible Monterey Bay squid dish the first time, I have been none too impressed. Best Italian restaurant in Oakland? According to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo's hours are a mystery to me. They were closed for the 4th of July weekend, they were closed for the Labor Day weekend and they've been closed on three other weeknights when we went hoping to get...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My girlfriends and I came here on a lark last week and were pleasantly surprised at the short wait. I and another member of our dinner party live a couple blocks away and are accustomed to having to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I thought it was pretty good. I have to say, I think I had high expectations and I wish I hadn't. I found it a bit pricey and the pastas were small and salads were quite lightly dressed. The actual...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's never fun sounding like a *real * Party Pooper over a simple restaurant experience. But in the words of Homer Simpson: DOH! (PO) just didn't end up being that great of a lunch experience the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A friend and I were eating dinner at Sea Salt in Berkeley and after the first round of apps (and a bottle of wine) we decided to change venues...we are foodies. She suggested we go to Dopo on...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Go, enjoy, a great well rounded experience.
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Dog friendly.. Service was OK.. My guest was 15 minutes late and the waiter asked if I was "still waiting" so to clam him up I ordered an apatizer. Food was a mediocre blend of flavors.. For the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo, you're such an interesting restaurant. My boyfriend and I decided to sit outdoors since it wasn't extremely cold. I didn't see how the inside of the restaurant looked like. Thank goodness we...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The menu states "bread and ciccioli are available on request." No matter how long your food takes they won't offer bread, because you should have memorized their tiny menu, right? Just forget it,...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We go here a few times a month because they are dog friendly and we like the food. Fresh ingredients and proper preparation. I think the pizza is better then Pizzaiolo. The wines are OK albeit the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The ambiance out on the front patio wasn't terribly great, but still better than most places with outdoor seating. We had a large group and they handled us exceptionally well. We ate lunch there and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Seriously, save some room for the zeppoli. Well worth the wait, especially since the manager/host is the most gregarious man this side of Fantasy Island.
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo is the perfect neighborhood Italian restaurant. If you are a vegetarian you should stay away, because there are no vegetarians in Italy. It's not like you can't have a great meal at Dopo...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wasn't planning on eating here but it just "happened". A parking space opened up and I noticed a healthy crowd of people so I said "why not"? SO glad I did! Dopo is one of my new favorite...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Was initially going to go to the City for Italian but decided to show my friend other neighborhoods of the Bay. Plan was for LoCoCo down the street but they were closed for the July4th holiday...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
great food wine. you can always count on dopo when your in the mood for italian. a bit busy, so go early or late.
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was prepared to be knocked on my ass by the food but it didn't quite happen. Not sure if it was just the night or if it was because I was more entrenched in great conversation. Our waitress was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo is Delicious! There's always something interesting in the ever-changing menu, and don't skip the salads--they are fantastic. If you want to beat the heat, sit outside in the shaded alley...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo is an excellent restaurant. I went with my husband a few weeks ago and the service was excellent from the start. It was a busy Friday night and we had to wait for a table but the very attentive...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2008
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I love italian food. I love good Service. I love Good dinning atmosphere. Everything I just mentioned is at the very high level at Dopo. Me and my girlfriend god hooked after first time we went there. And to...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Incredible & knowledgeable service, the best pizza in the bay area & gorgeous dining environment. Hang outside with a cool glass of prosecco or rosA� while you wait -- believe me its worth the wait!
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
First, all the people who are doggin on the portions should stick with the never ending pasta bowl at Olive Garden. Secondly, the food, the servic at this place is amazing. Stuffed squid (roasted...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Completely awesome. It's a little on the pricey side primarily because you want to eat everything on the menu, but well worth it. Came here with some friends from out town and everything we tried was...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had my second meal here last night, and I would say that our experience last night was perfect. My wife and I are taking some wine courses right now and are a bit overwhelmed by he vast amount of...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Like many of the other reviews of Dopo, I really wanted to like this restaurant. I walk past often on my way to/from Rooz (my favorite cafe in Oakland).My wife and I wanted to go out for a casual...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food was good, really good. we ordered 5 dishes for 3 people and it fed us quite well. I think the dishes are made to share, kinda like tapas, that way everyone can get a piece of the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I eat at dopo all the time, but have yet to write a review.I guess this review is more a retort to those who say the portions are too small.. Ilast nite we had the lasagna which i adore. its just the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
"Where did my food go?!" That's what I've been asking myself since my pathetic excuse for a dinner at Dopo. I ordered tortellini for $14 and there were SEVEN bite sized morsels in a very large dish....
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I really wanted to love this restaurant because of all its great reviews, but I was let down the first (and probably last) time I was there. My friend was visiting from Seattle and I told her I'd...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I live right next to this joint and since it has opened always wondered why it was so damn busy all the time and when they expanded to twice the size and still there were people sitting outside all...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious, fresh ingredients. Kind of expensive, but worth it, I think. Nice sleek decor. Take a date here.
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dear Dopo,Please, please bring back the butter made with clarified pork fat!!! I don't know what it's called and it probably shaved years off of my life, but it is so worth it! Your current pork...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great customer service from the beginning. The owner gave us the wine menu when we were waiting outside for the table. We had wonderful waitress and chef to serve us. The dishes are unique and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i am a self-professed social omnivore (a flexitarian, if you will) and have mixed feelings about pork products... but man. i've been having dreams about the house-cured sausage. and the fried...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've eaten at Dopo twice over the last 3 weeks. The first experience was worth 5 stars, not completely but mostly on the basis of a Ratatouille experience I had that night. Remember, towards the end...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite restaurants anywhere. The pasta dishes are always amazing, you can tell that the pasta is house made, and the sauces are always so good that you need extra bread to get...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I waited for 45min just to get seated. Actually, I think the maitre' d forgot about my party and actually didn't realize it until i was fumming with my empty glass of wine. The food was okay. The...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Best part about the meal was probably the basil burrata mozzarella pizza. Very tasty! Excellent crust and good size for two to share. We also had the raw halibut which I found to be only okay. We...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
after living just a few blocks away from this restaurant and hearing all the mixed reviews, we finally made it! we really enjoyed our dining experience and would definitely come back. although,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I SO wanted to love this place, but was very disappointed! We were sat in the cramped, tented "alley" between buildings. We ordered a glass of wine (the glasses did not seem very clean). They were...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I weally weally weally love the food and the enviroment. Pasta Pomodoro, you are CRAP! Dopo, you ROCK!!!
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food at Dopo is simple, fresh, and delicious. Unfortunately, the portion of gnocchi that I ordered was ridiculously small. I probably should have said something. I mean, I didn't expect a huge...
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I discovered dopo very soon after it opened. I just moved to Berkeley from the east coast and really wanted some authentic Italian food (not ital-american where everything somehow has cream added to...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We'd always meant to try this one, & we finally did. No complaints, really. Great wine, cheese plate, entrees (gnocci w/ lamb ragu, & pancetta pizza), & dessert. It's the ambiance that kind of puts...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
excellent service...our server, Katie was just about the nicest person I've ever met. The food was delcious and the menu changes almost daily. Its our goal now to go there at least twice a month for...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I DO like this place...but it the food can be hit or miss. You can't JUST order pasta here. It's not enough. And some of the items can be a total miss. I had an arancini one time that was big, and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Not only is the food clever, imaginative and delicious, but the service is friendly and efficient. The servers know what they are serving and able to help you decide. I also hear that it is a great...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo is delicious. Wow, delicious. Finely crafted italian cuisine with creative flair and a beatiful presentation. So delicious, in fact, that I am docking them only one star for issues I would for...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Four of us went here last night and found the food to be excellent. The highlight was probably the chantrelle calzone, but the chicken liver pate was also delicious, and I usually am not a pate fan....
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dinner at Dopo last night was sublime. The host walked us through the confusing wine choices expertly. We each chose a different red wine so we could taste 4 in order to hone in on what we wanted a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A little bougie, a little arrogant & extraordinarly tasty.The lasagna that every other Yelper raves about totally measures up. The concoction of noodles, lightly baked cheese & meat sauce was so...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is great. It has a local feel, staff are friendly (although we did witness the staff get a little upset with each other) and the food is wonderful. We shared (2 of us) some meat and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was 9:00 on a thursday night, and so crowded, we still had to wait 20 minutes.hmmm....must be good herethey sat us outside, on the side of the restaurant, where there were a few two tops- totally...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
food was fabulous, really fabulousfood would get 5 starsthe service was cold and arrogant and I personally would not want to endure it againon the way home I was paying the toll for the bay bridgeI...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo has yet to disappoint me. The wait staff is friendly and you never feel rushed or pressured to order more that you want (unlike some other nearby small plate restaurants.) The food is portioned...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
4.5 stars.After our horrible experience at A16 the other night, all I wanted was to go somewhere for Italian food where I knew the meal and service would be great. Dopo does not disappoint. I have...
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There are so many good neighborhood restaurants in Oakland, and Dopo is no exception. I finally had a chance to come here after hearing so many good things. Although this place doesn't have a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
my good friends had been singing the praises of dopo pretty much since it opened, and when i finally got a chance to go with them for the first time it was immediately apparent what all the fuss was...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the best Italian in Oakland in my humble opinion.The space is a little cramped but it doesn't stop the service from being top notch. I came here with a group of 5 at 8 on a friday and never honestly...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For all those eagerly awaiting, it is time to announce the results of a special pizza tasting held by the renowned Ellen Tussman, longtime Bay Area caterer and restauranteur extraordinaire, at her...
yelp.com - user review - 03/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yummers! Loved it. I had a great fennel salad, that makes me drool when I think about it. Our waiter knew his wines too. I ended up with a glass of the most delicious white wine ever - in the whole...
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So many reviews, how will mine stand out? who cares! This place rocks my world! The food is great and simple. They aren't trying to slap a bunch of Hi-Class stuff together to make a trendy new...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had a lamb sandwich and a chicken parmigiana sandwich at dopo and they were delicious. We also had the pisticcio and it was amazing. It was like a pasta pie; it came with some greens with a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2008
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Amazing Pizza, House made Pasta and Italian wines. They are always helpful with picking out a good wine depending on your mood that night! We always start with their mixed greens and soup to share, their soups...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just got back home after a three hour meal at Dopo...my first time there....and baby jaezeesuz was that ever amazing! We did an eight course dinner in three hours. The one thing that really blew me...
yelp.com - user review - 03/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
simple, well prepared dishes made with fresh ingredients have brought me back time and time again to this tiny spot along piedmont avenue. sometimes the wait can be rough, and sometimes you get lucky...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Four and a half stars. The man in my life decided to take me on a fancy date last Saturday (yes!) and we picked out Dopo to try. There was a wait, but when we were seated, it was at one of the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Quite a conundrum....amazing food, bizarre service experience. My friend and I decided to give this place a try to due to the raving reviews I've heard. Another friend was joining us, but running a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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Dopo is the kind of restaurant I could eat at a couple of times a week. Simple, honest, inspired food served in an unpretentious, warm room with an open kitchen is truly inspired and reflects the ideals of...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A simple menu done very well. They offer crudo, salumi, antipasti, pizzas, and a couple of entrees. Their menu appears to change fairly often too. Both times there we ordered the crudo for two,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
high end pizza with a fancy name is aaaaalll the rage these days, right? i know there's lots of good other special food to eat here, but i'm just not 'foody' enough to understand all the Eyetalian...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
a friend & i decided to get some dinner in the piedmont area, and after driving down the street, we were immediately drawn to dopo, the most bustling restaurant on the ave. we didn't even know what...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Pretty good italian. Not spectacular, but very admirable. The restaurant and decor were pleasant enough. The wait staff, not fabulous and the place was busy so I was not that bothered. I was a little...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
It's a good thing for this restaurant that stupid people with lots of money need a place to eat. This review is based on two experiences. Both times, the service was poor, with exception of the host,...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The wait can be brutal on a Friday night, but I always find the host to be such a kind, professional and accommodating person, I'm like, Cool! I'll wait! Bring on the Prosecco! My boyfriend treats me...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
horrible service! our food was overly salted and we were served a sweaty cheese plate. we were not given or even asked if we wanted water or shown the wine list. who leaves an italian restaurant...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I probably wouldn't have eaten at this place if it hadn't been for "The Boltons" getting me a generous gift certificate to this restaurant! Mainly, because i haven't ventured around Piedmont in awhile...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Simply an outstanding evening, with delicious food. Five of us ordered large portions of the menu to share, and we were delighted from start to finish. The maitre'd helped us order wine while we...
yelp.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've eaten at Dopo too many times to count. Love this place, the food is excellent and the chef is a friendly, down to earth good guy - who happens to also be an excellent chef. The menu changes...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
this is a great lunch spot. they have a pretty good parmigiana chicken sandwich dealy which came with a side of a lemon-caper potato salad. my cousins ordered a pizza which had pancetta and oregano...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have to give it only three stars because while the food is wonderful, and it really is wonderful, an experience at a restaurant is about more than just the food. The rest of the experience deserves...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My sweetie and I wandered into Dopo with no reservations and were greeted by a very friendly staff with a highly congested restaurant. ATMOSPHERE:that's right Yelpers, it's one of those where you...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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Wow!! My father-in-law took us here for our first time two weeks ago and I've been thinking about it ever since. He remembered it from about 3 years ago and said it still hadn't lost any charm. We were greeted...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had gone there for the first time for Valentine's Day. The food was very good. The portions were a little small, but it was all very tasty. Nice wine selection! Besides the good food, there is good...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Delfina of the east bay, but not as good. Something was missing. Can't put my finger on it, I'll try it again.
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Judging from the other reviews of this restaurant, I am one of the few people in the bay area that does not love Dopo. In my opinion it was lame-o, not dope.It is a small Italian restaurant that has...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This place is a nice, little Italian restaurant that serves simple, delicious fare. It has the typical pasta, pizza, and appetizer dishes. You think that the servings are too small, but randomly they...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This review is based on my lunch experiences. I have had dinner there once, but honestly was a bit too drunk to really remember the experience. I know that I left smiling, though.For a nice lunch,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo may very well be my favorite Bay Area restaurant. Be prepared to wait, but also be assured that it will be worth it. The pizza is amazing, but it's really all about their fresh pastas. If they...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So, so, so good! We waited a long time to try this place. Had some friends from L.A. in town and decided to try it. We had a bit of a wait, but it was a Saturday night, so it was to be expected....
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo is about fresh, simple and amazing Italian food.My favorite pizza ... crisp and heavenly right out of the oven. Perfection! The red sauce is spicy and flavorful. They do it just right.Everything...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent "bistro" style Italian restaurant with a daily menu! I went with a party of 6 for a late dinner and there was still a long wait at 9pm so reservations are definitely recommended. We shared...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is the best thin crust original pizza in Oakland (and maybe even in the bay area). Their sauce has a little zest-- yum! Good wine and friendly people. Favorite place to sit is outside on the side...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Zeppoles! I'm hooked!...But besides those indescribably delicious fried love balls, the food was fantastic. Great pizza with wild nettles and hot peppers. The pate was all I knew it could be. The...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Easily the most "rip-off" meal I've ever freaking had. I went to this place on the recommendation of a friend corroborated by the generally positive reviews on Yelp! and I'm like, "What the heck is...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I didn't find dopo so dope-o. Our waiter explained to another table that dopo means "after". I think it is called that because you should go there only after you have filled up on something else. The...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not real big on going out for Italian (c'mon folks, it is that easy to make at home), but Dopo is the exception to this rule. A wonderfully diverse and interesting menu with amazing taste treats...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
As a rule, I don't like lasagna. I'm not a cheese fan to begin with, so it seems like lasagna and I were not meant to be.This being said, order the lasagna. Dopo's lasagna is the meal that I crave,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
5:20pm --I walk into DopoG: Can I get a table for 8?Dope (Dopo employee): we only have one table for 8, is everyone in your party here?G: Hell Yes, (really we were only 3 out of 8 who were there)...
yelp.com - user review - 12/25/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I ate here on a Tuesday night on a whim; while the wine-sipping bench outside was full, we were delighted to be seated at the bar after waiting for only ten minutes or so. But had we...
yelp.com - user review - 12/24/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
There are few good restaurants on Piedmont Avenue and Dopo comes highly recommended. Dopo was actually the first restaurant I tried on Piedmont Avenue and it was sooo overrated.Dopo is definitely a...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I ate at this restaraunt twice. I really like their pizza, chewy crust and just the right kind of aroma and flavors on top of the cheese. I also enjoy their pasta, surpisingly good because their...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Fantastic place. I recently dined there for the second time. The food is incredible - considering the reasonable prices at Dopo, it makes it that much of a place I plan to frequent.Last night, the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I found this place very long ago...still one of my fav. place to go. it is truly a hip and very good place to eat. i like the wine selection here too. have had some good night here. you will not...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I gave up on this place for the better part of two years because I could never get a table. I don't mind dinner at 5:45, but most people do, and it was tough to find someone willing to camp out on the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The food was over priced and definitely lacking in flavor. Maybe we ordered the wrong thing or our expectations were too high. Either way, wished that we had tried Lococo's instead. One star for a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo is totally DOPE! Incredible Panini. Probably the best I've had. Tried the calzone and found it to be equally as amazing. The taste of the food provokes one to recognize the difference between...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Long wait out on the sidewalk. When they first opened their doors they seemed sincere and focused. The quality of their food and service has declined. I returned 3 times in hopes they would improve....
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
finally, i ate at dopo. after months of my friend katie--who by the way lives in SF and has eaten at more east bay restaurants than i have and i freakin live here--asking me if i had eaten here yet....
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If my life were a teen movie from the 80's, Dopo would be the hot yet achingly sensitive football hero who took me to the prom and loved me for who I really am even though I grew up on the wrong side...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent food and service. My wife and I are regulars. The pizzas are great. Try to eat it slowly, because you will appreciate the taste of the crust. I love the entrees and the service. The...
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This review is based on a couple of visits here in the last year or so.Came here with my SO for the second time tonight. It was a little after 9pm when we showed up on a Friday night and we were...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
One of the hardest things for a restuarant to do is to shine on an evening where a positive review hits the papers, in this case the Chronicle for great pizza. While normally crowded they staff...
yelp.com - user review - 10/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's not NY pizza, but it's still good! The crust is super thin and light with just the right amount of sauce and cheese. However, the ravioli with butternut squash outshines all the dishes with...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place serves amazing gnocci and pizzas. The pizza crust are crispy and chewy at the same time. Italian wines were delicious and affordable. Outdoor dining is very comfortable with the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'd give Dopo 3.5 stars, mostly because I think it's either overpriced or underportioned for the quality of the food. It's a really neat atmosphere, though, and the service has always been...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Extremely good. I'm not even a huge lasagna fan, but it was the perfect size and not too exhausting to enjoy. Anyway nice environment, worth the wait, and delicious butter. In other words..really no...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo is really the place to go if you are craving that perfect Italian meal. The kitchen kicks out consistent plates of house made pastas. The salumi plate is a must along with the arincini if it's...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
First of all, there is one bad thing about Dopo: It's always busy! But there is good reason for that. Dopo is something as rare as a friendly, casual restaurant with a neighborhood feel that serves...
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. I have a great experience every time I eat here. The pizza is light and very tasty. I particularly enjoyed the raw Ahi tuna appetizer, it was very fresh and the basil vinaigrette...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, okay, I admit, I have a little soft spot for Dopo because of all the things that happen here. My first date with the love of my life? Shared a pizza, some pasta, and a bottle of wine. The last...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm torn on dopo. On the one hand, I loved my appetizer and the antipasti platter our group of three shared, but on the other, I found the portions incredibly small for the price and some of the food...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
WOW. AWESOME SERVICE. why are people here so friendly? My friend and I were just so impressed with how nice the service was here. We even had a discussion on how much a college student should tip...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo's food never disappoints. I've been coming here regularly since moving to the EB a few years ago and nearly every meal has been spot on. I was a little concerned that things might drop off when...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Megan is the coolest server, wears excellent socks, and recited a lengthy description of every single item on the menu, like a Shakesperean soliloquy. That made the dinner worthwhile for me. The...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2007
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Well eating all over nyc at some of the top restaurants it has to offer I found my meal at dopo up there with the best ny has to offer as far as pastas and anti pasto go!!!! The price's are a joke! you get...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Super fresh ingredients from local farms.Authentic, unique, simple Italian dishes: pizzas, capponata, salads, paninis, and funky things you've never heard of before.Cheap!Nice airy vibe. Nice outside...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2007
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Truth: Endless wait out on the sidewalk. No room to stand inside. The wait staff left tables uncleared in full view of people standing in line. Open kitchen. No interaction among the staff...unhappy cooks...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great. The food was awesome. My friend Lisa and I had lunch here today and WOW. We only had paninis but they were SO good. I haven't had the pizzas or pastas here but I heard they are to die for....
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
yum.the food is great, service is a mixed bag.I thought I would hate dopo, too much hype, long lines, yuppies holding copies of the wine spectator talking about their weekend travails at the spa......
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Tons of anticipation over this meal. The word has always been that this is a top, neighborhood spot, that you'd have to fight for a table and attention from the waitstaff, but that you'd be rewarded...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've ridden by and heard accolades of this place for sometime. And even though everyone seems to agree I simply must put down my own experience.My friend and I arrived on the later side and were...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I give this place 3 stars not because of the food. The pizzas and appetizers are wonderful. Normally the service is great as well.However, our friends were treated extremely rudely here one night....
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I love local restaurants. I wanted to like this eatery so much. We waited out on the sidewalk for two hours. Empty tables were cleared at a very slow pace. The Kitchen is open and very visible. Not...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I wish Dopo was in San Francisco so I could eat here more often. The house-cured meats were great, finally a place that will actually give you a real slice of meat, not that tissue paper thin slice...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i go here with grandma l for lunch. she is attached to 90 year old grandpa who enjoys places like trader vics and crogans, so frankly im amazed that they can dine together at all. todays lunch was a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place needs no help. THIS IS one of my favorite spots to dine. Anitpasto Misto - need I say more. Order this ever changing fresh plate, you won't be disappointed. Desserts rock. Not into the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2007
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I am not sure why people like this place so much. The waits are incredibly long, the food is standard pizza, pasta etc, nothing innovative or something you have not had before. Sure the pasta was good, but was...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/04/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I moved to Oakland just a few days before celebrating my birthday at Dopo. Friends from San Francisco were nice enough to drive over take a birthday boy and his date to this place, which they had...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Sat at the bar and had a great time. Expected the food to be great given all the rave reviews, but it far exceeded my expectations. Server had excellent wine recommendations that went well with our...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went with my brother and he likes bar food without drinks. The homemade sausage is supposed to be great, I wish I ordered it because I wasn't blown away, but I will try again.
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love Dopo. We usually come here for lunch when the lines are not so crazy. The pizzas are light and airy, and paninis are great too. The outdoor seating is a perfect place to have lunch on a warm...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
OOoOooo, I love fresh pasta and Dopo delivered with a wonderful lamb ragu dish. My date that evening had the lasagna which was a tad bit salty but otherwise it was delicious too. I've been reluctant...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
bliss!two of us split a pizza (italian sausage with peppers and onions) and an order of pasta (pappardelle with lamb ragu). the pizza was great - traditional thin crust. but the pasta was out of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
holy crap, that's some tasty pasta. get there early though, way too many other people will also be trying to eat there.
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
On Wednesday, 7/11, Lynn and I returned once again to Dopo -- this time with our 12- and 11-year old daughters . . . they just returned from a two-night camp overnight and this is where they wanted to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm moving away from the bay area, and I refuse to leave without eating at Dopo once last time. The pizza isn't really my favorite, but the pastas I've eaten there are unforgettably good and the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I went there for the first time today for lunch. The food was really yummy! He got the tuna, cheese & egg panini and I got the roast beef & watercress panini. The tuna sandwich was a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place was awesome. It's been a year since I ate there and I still remember the wonderful pasta with a fennel infused cream sauce. We had to wait for a bit but it was so worth it.
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have never eaten so much meat fat in my whole life.On purpose.Every delectable morsel of fat, coaxed around tender meaty chunks, pork and beef and salt and goodness. I can't tell you anything about...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
first, I love that it is a negihborhood place with sidewalk dining so we can take our dog. IT's a great place to "cool down" after work. even though there is often a line waiting (on the convenient...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Apr '08 update: LARDO LARDO LARDO. Ask and you shall receive complimentary Acme and housemade LARDO~! How long have they been doing this?That was a hard act to follow, but the fritto misto of...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Give me a moment to clear the cholesterol from my arteries...Good, okay. I hadn't been to Dopo since it doubled in size, and was pleasantly surprised to find the wait was half of that at Lo Coco's...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow. So amazed at how good and fresh the seafood was! My table ordered the oysters, scallops, pizza. Normally, I am not an oyster person. After some urging, I gave it a try. They were very very...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
always great food and wine, and last time i went i sat in the garden (aka converted alley) which is actually quite lovely and perfect for lingering with a bottle of wine.
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I went there for lunch today. It was good. Very good. But it wasn't like themost awesome thing I had ever eaten. Started with the Little Gems Salad (lemon, parmesan, anchovies) and it was really...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The Secret Agent and I had been wanting to check out Dopo for quite a while...like a year. And this past weekend, we finally got our act together and paid them a visit.We arrived on the late side...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great upscale-casual dining experience. I was leery of no reservations, but having a glass of Italian wine, while parking my butt on a bench outside was a pleasant way to pass the understandable wait....
yelp.com - user review - 06/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo gets 5 stars for being review #200 for me. I think. I hope, or I will be editing this s.o.b.So far, I have been lucky, where the wait has not been so bad. But keep in mind that if you are...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My theory on great restaurants is to enjoy them early and often, because they rarely last (in their peak form). Something always fades or the prices go through the roof.I hope that never happens to...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Other than Fenton's, there are few reasons I have to visit Piedmont other than to drive through it. Dopo is one of those reasons. The small menu is inventive and does not disappoint. The wine list...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So...close...to 5 stars. Never have I needed the half star more. The Food....Wow! This was my second time there and they delivered both times. We went with two friends and got the antipasti dish...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
the perfect amount of everything.
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is exactly why I love living in California (well, at least most of the time)...This type of Restaurant serving this type of food...Fresh ingredients, clean presentations, good but not over the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The Hunt for Red Pasta Sauce Part II. On a balmy spring evening, we are in pursuit of Jolly Roger's fancy that night- a red tomato saucy dish. The Scene: A clean, warm and cozy establishment with...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
What wait? Me and the BF got seated right away at the bar. The lambrusco was a great compliment to our dinner of morel mushroom pizza and a yummy salmon appetizer. Our (very) perky and eclectic...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a fantastic neighborhood place - I just wish it were in MY neighborhood. Some nice scores to speak of: SCORE #1 - I went there last night at around 5:30 and there was no wait.SCORE #2 - The...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I can't help comparing Dopo to Oliveto Cafe and Pizzaiolo, two other gourmet pizza places opened by Chez Panisse alums. I just went to Dopo for lunch once, so I should probably go back before fully...
yelp.com - user review - 05/23/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo is my fav Eastbay restaurants. I am so happy they have more space now. My hubby used to feel a little claustrophobic in the smaller space. Now he will dine there with me. The service is...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The food was amazing! I was really impressed with the quality of everything I tried. My husband and I ordered the salami/pate platter for two, and the whole time I was eating it, I couldn't believe...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
pate. wow. so good. loooove the new larger layout with lots more tables, 75X as cozy, and massively improved lighting! hardly any wait when we went as a party of three 8 pm weeknight. affordable wine...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I've only been to this restaurant once and I will never return. The waiter we had was awful. It was taking a really long time for him to come take our order so we flagged him down and asked if we...
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo has awesome hanging floral displays and also outdoor seating. They have Fanny Bay oysters and a great wine list. They're conveniently located next to my fam's place. Overall this is a great...
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
First time here and loved it. Arrived before the dinner rush on a Sat night, so we waited only about 20mins for a table. It was a beautiful day so we waited on the benches in front of the restaurant...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
if you want absurdly good pasta come to dopo. others might say go to oliveto, but don't, just go to dopo and if you go, better order one of the pasta specials, because it is made by hand and made with...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Typically there is a wait but nothing like the 40 minutes for Pizzaiolo. The 20 minutes are worth it... their food is divine. They have a great set of appetizers that they rotate- ahi tuna and quail...
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
If you want Italian, go across the street to Lococo for much better food for less money. It must have been an odd day for them, because nothing about our dining experience was pleasant. We went...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
very tasty food, better than average for sure. the pizza was just okay-too cheesy, ie. soggy, but nice thin crust. excellent green garlic ravioli in some kind of orgasmic cream sauce. the service...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo Dopo Dopo... I had a repeat offender come into the hangar and tell me to check out Lo Cocos' (It is across the street from Dopo- there is also one in Berkeley on Shattuck) She loves their...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I know, I know, folks only rate places they love or hate, but I absolutely adore this place. Not only do I live just a few blocks away, but every single time I go - line-waiting or not - I have the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
a cozy and popular spot on piedmont in oakland. waits are long, even for a late-ish dinner. service was friendly and knowledgeable, though a tad slow at times. their food, however, was amazing!...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Interesting place: well dressed outwardly well-to-do clientele, typically, and shabbily clad and totally chill (or nearly stoned) staff. It's a strange juxtaposition to throw you off course with any...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
My wife and I came here with her mom about 6 months ago. The food was great, but the service was really awful. There was a 45-minute long wait before we were seated, and even after such a long wait...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
UPDATE:Dopo is one of those places that reminds me of the importance of customer service. I've had amazing servers here, and some that made me walk right back out. And each time, my star rating...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great pizza. Not so great service. Cute place. I will return.
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2007
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Have been to Dopo a few times for lunch and dinner and find it to be inconsistent in terms of food and service. The portions tend to be small (very trendy these days) and the menu is limited. They have...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food at Dopo is absolutely wonderful. You won't be disappointed with anything on their menu. It's creative but simple Cal-Ital. The chef really takes advantage of fresh, seasonal ingredients....
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo is truly the bees' knees of Piedmont Ave. (East Bay!?) cuisine. If you're looking for an intimate setting, outdoor seating - or indoor in their newly expanded dining room, greeeaaat wine, and a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Unpretentious restaurant serving killer food. It may say and look Italian, but forget all the heavy sauces and cheeses. A very unique menu. Great appetizers. You could order two or three of these...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Nice atmosphere, okay service. But the food was way too spicy and did not live up to the hype.
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Mmmmm. So good. Loved the lasagna and the antipasti. We had oysters and they were really good too. There was this really rich dessert that was an espresso pudding thing with this whipped creamy foam...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's a little known fact that "Dopo" is Italian for "Dope" and that's what this place is, the dope.Unassuming little place with no atmosphere, a tiny wine list and no pretension. But the food is...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You have to order the meat platter!!!!
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Caveat emptor: Go on the early side and bring lots of conversation. Service: Actual attentiveness of the server may have been lagging, but it went unnoticed by our little group of three with tons to...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We just dined here for the first time. I was expecting something like a San Francisco A16 experience with respect to the food and wine but did not expect the same scene. My appetizer salad was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The evening started out perfect! We were promptly seated, received our menu's as well as our 2 glasses of red wine. We even got a bread basket, too! Our order's were taken -- I ordered the spaghetti...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
it was a while back that i ate here but i felt very positive about the experience, sorry to be vague. good atmosphere, nice music, good wine selection, not too pricey...i should go back soon.
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Its not easy to find places that everything on the menu is always good...but thats probably the reason why the lines still persist even after expanding their operation. Everyone including me wants...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've gone once for lunch, twice for dinner. I have to say that my first lunch experience was far greater than the dinners. Only because the food was just right for an afternoon bite (ha! I rhymed!)...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been curious about Dopo given the mix of very positive and some negative reviews here, so we ate here for the first time last night, and our experience was decidedly mixed.We arrived just before...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo - you are back in my heart. For a while, I wasn't sure - what, with the expansion and the new menu items - I was afraid you had lost it. However, last weekend, my husband and I sat at your...
yelp.com - user review - 01/27/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
this is the fucking place to be in
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It was a notoriously long wait for a table, especially on a Friday. Once it's our turn for seating, we're led into the restaurant's outdoor alley. At a 40-degree weather, and a heater that oscillate...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Worth the wait. Besides, you can drink wine while waiting for your table. The food is great, especially the pizzas. I would give them a 5, except the service varies widely depending on your server....
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i can't gush enough about this place. god bless them for (1) being in oakland (2) excellent food and (3) wonderful service. we ate there for the 3rd time recently, and everything was spot-on: the wine...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I feel conflicted about Dopo. I've been here about four or five times now, with my latest visit after the expansion. Fortunately, I've never encountered bad service. The problem with Dopo is 20% of...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great and consistent. I've been a dozen times and have never been let down. What I feel sets Dopo apart from other great Italian places are the appetizer samplers. Always changing and always a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Believe the hype. A CLASS ACT all round. Creative, affordable food (I ate here at lunchtime). I can't wait to get back.
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food=5 stars.... Employee attitude=0 starsGeesh! What is it with this place? I LOVE their pizzas, lasagne, and everything else they make, but I called recently for a takeout pizza (which their menu...
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2007
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dopo has definitely become one of my favorite restaurants. their pizzas never fail to please--really thin crust, yummy/fresh toppings. pastas are always freshly made and their ragu sauces are flavored...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/31/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wish I could do 4.5 stars here. If I go again (which I hope is soon) and if my experience is just as good. I would give it 5 stars. We were starving so I just want to make sure hunger wasn't...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i give dopo five stars based on what i ordered. to start, i had the sampler plate of salami and chicken liver pate. delicious. i ordered a new belgium beer...i think it was the 1545 or...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I honestly joined Yelp just to write a quick review of Dopo. It is my absolute favroite local restaurant. not only is their pizza prove how authentically Italian this place is, their appetizers are...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, yes, yes! Finally expanded so no more waiting around the clock! I was born and raised in the Piemonte region of Italy and moved to the States in the 1980s, my parents own their own Italian...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Finally stopped by last night for dinner. Initially we were scared about the possible wait as many reviewers eluded to a long wait time due to its limited seating capacity. However, when we stopped...
yelp.com - user review - 10/19/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
yesterday, husband and i were up for trying out a new (to us) oakland restaurant. i didn't know which one so i posted a thread on yelp to see what the awesomepossum yelpers could do to help.i got...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
yes the food is good but a tad overpriced. came here with two girlfriends and had:1. pruschetto and gypsy peppers pizza2. lasagna3. diplomatico4. buttermilk panna cotta with blackberriesDidnt know the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A great local spot to take some friends. Long waits for a table and no reservations means walking down the street to get a drink at Cato's Alehouse. Great service and delicious Italian fare,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Why do people think Dopo is so good?I don't know the answer to that. The first time, I ordered the lasagne and it was just OK. The waitress, while slamming our dirty dishes on top of each other to...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Menu changes daily, fresh, simple, & wholesome local food. Lovely owners, good service.
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite pizzaThin-crust pizzas at their best. On a busy night, you might end up waiting 1.5 hours for a to-go order. The lasagna departs from the typical cheesiness of American versions in a very...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
extremely tiny woodsy cafe with an equally petite menu of yummy options. i feel that the menu is too heavily weighed towards pizzas, but my lasagna was kick-butt. the best thing is that their entrees...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food, yeah, it's good, but to pay $10 bucks for an appetizer consisting of one sausage is just silly. It also gets quite warm inside, so eat outside if you can bear the wait. In fact, put your name on...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2006
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So excellent and right in Oakland. It's a tiny space so you'll want reservations. The menu is concise and perfect for 2. We started with an antipasti which gave us a great tasting of various things, then a...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/17/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We've been going to dopo about once a month for the last year. I have never had a dish I didn't like. The wait doesn't kill us. We put in our names, and if it's more than 30 minutes, we walk to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo is quaint and homey with a modern feel. The food is simple yet sublime. The menu features fresh ingredients and always changes.
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The 4 stars are conditional. I've been here only once, liked it a lot, and plan to return. If it's consistently this good I'll bump up the rating to 5!Friendly and prompt staff, nice setting (small &...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Looking for good Italian?Dopo is a good choice. A small, quaint restaurant with good dishes to taste. The lasagne was a hit...small portions but delicious.The only downfall, is the wait.
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Why is Dopo so good?Passion. Jon, who is the chef/owner is so very passionate about the food he cooks. They keep things simple and coax the best out of every ingredient they use. They have been...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm not sure why I'd never been to Dopo- in fact i used to live right around the corner from it, a couple years back. but last night i went for the first time- well, me and the boy, who had also never...
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2006
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My wife and I had lunch at Dopo on June 15, and we were both very impressed and are ready to return for dinner. The service was attentive by not in your face. The atmosphere was very Italian. The lunch menu,...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/16/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Consistently excellent service and great food, the intimate setting is charming and always the right temperature! I love that the owners are passionate about traveling and food and will chat about...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2006
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We were very excited to try this place because of rave reviews but it was a huge disappointment. Our white wine was luke warm. We got an appetizer sampler. For $25 a plate, you would expect more than wilted...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/11/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Talk about overrated. come on people, this place has good food but it isn't mind-blowing. Throw in the prices, and it is a joke.Started with Mixed Greens for 9 bucks. Now if i'm paying that kind of...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
OK but way overpriced for the portions. $10 for 3 asparagus tips???? The pizza is good (not Great) but it is almost too small for 1 & at $14 it's no bargain.GO TO PIZZIOLA
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So ill admit, I used to have a mental block about the east bay, being a SF/peninsula kinda gal. But, after coming here, and seeing all the adorable fantastic shops that there are on Piedmont ave. im...
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this little place. I love pizza, and I did particularly like the Olivetto pizzas, until I tried Dopo.They "out olivetto olivetto" I love that the kitchen is bigger than the dining area. I love...
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This Oakland eatery has blown this city girl away. It's small but there's seating out in the front and side. It's very charming. You can sit on the bench outside and sip wine while you wait. The...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had heard a lot about this place from co-workers and friends. Never wanted to really try it out though because it is small and always has a line outside. Well before catching that chick flick...
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2006
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I was really disappointed by Dopo, whose name I now say in a stuffy accent. My date and I were looking for an upscale romantic spot, and the menu looked good so we waited patiently for a table, getting...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/03/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OK. What they say is true. If I were Zagat, I'd probably say that:This "fabulous", "cramped" "neighborhood gem" is definitely "worth the wait" to get in to one of their few tables to take advantage...
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Based on Yelper's review, finally got to try out Dopo. Got there early and waited for about 20 minutes and had a glass of wine and finally got an out side table. It was not a good idea. Even though...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2006
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Dopo is an excellent authentic Italian restaraunt located right on Piedmont Ave. Dishes include, pizza, lasagna, pasta, salads, and calzones. Be sure to arrive early, as seating is always scarce.
citysearch.com - user review - 02/25/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
another one of my local fave's. be prepared to wait for a while because this place is tiny... but worth the wait in my opinion! just went here again last night and i think i had the best calzone...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Dopo is delicious, no doubt. I find myself wanting to go there often. I love the simple salad of greens - something about the vinaigrette. The pizzas are always interesting and well executed. It...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best Italian I've had in the Bay Area. For best effect, convince your dining companions to do share plates so you don't miss out on anything. The wait can be long, but that just gives you more time to...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down the best Italian Restaurant I've found in the East Bay, or SF for that matter. I'd suggest either going early or late as it's usually packed, but well worth the wait. The pizza dopo is...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Looks like I'm going to need to go back for the lasagne. I'm just making excuses. This is that little trattoria in the movies, so small, so deliciously perfect. Started with manicotti with...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Located in a tiny little space on Piedmont Ave is Dopo, a restaurant that provides its patrons with good Italian dining. Dining location options include inside where you can watch the chefs in action...
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The wait will be long, so have a glass of wine or three outside until your table frees up.
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2005
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Here's how much the Honey loves Dopo.The Honey works for unnamed local sustainable meat company. She talks food all day long. Meat and Restaurants - what's hot, what's new, etc, etc,Everytime I ask...
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2005
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Dopo is, in a word, delicious. Everything we've had, from the pizza to the lasagna to the dessert has been exceptional. Nice wine choices, too. It's fun to sit at the counter and chat with the cooks, watch the...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/13/2005
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I love that this place has only 8 or 10 tables some bar seating. So comfortable and intimate. The Crostone of Pork was excellent and not your usual crostini appetizer. The pizzas are always just the way I like...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/28/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
too big a fan really to discuss this place objectively, but did want to point out that they've recently added four two-top tables along the side of the restaurant; bumps seating capacity up by about a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2005
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How does Citysearch rate this place a "no" for romantic? My boyfriend and I sat at the bar last night (thursday night-"school night") and enjoyed our time immensely. The cannelini bean puree with squid was a...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2005
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i'll take the wait and likewise the small menu, if the food and/or service can make up for it. the service is a bonus if the food is good. the servers were attentive and genuinely polite. however, the food is...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/25/2005
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This restaurant serves the best crab tortellini EVER!! Food and service are great, but it's a small space. However, we arrived at 7 p.m. midweek and were seated promptly.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/22/2004
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Getting the antipasti is a must! You get a sampling of the appetizers and they are all wonderful. Both of our entrees - handmade porcini tortelloni and proscuitto pizza - were delectable. The wines are all...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/02/2004
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The pizza is simple yet very tasty with a chewy/crispy crust. The pasta dish I tried (with clams) was decent, but didn't come off as anything special. The rich chocolate cake for dessert was excellent, a must...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/16/2004
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as a SF resident, there are a handful of restaurants that merit the drive across the Bay Bridge on even a Tuesday night. Dopo is one of those restaurants. Great food with a changing menu from local producers -...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/03/2004
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if you want to taste some of the best homemade pasta, this is the place! their pizza and appetizers are good too. their small seasonal menu keeps the kitchen in control dishing out perfection with every dish....
citysearch.com - user review - 02/03/2004
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tiny but mighty trattoria...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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thin-crust pizzas anchor the brief daily-changing menu. there are lush pastas, too, like fat tortelloni filled with butternut squash and washed with butter and sage. but the stars of dopo are the appetizers...
sanfran.com - user review
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if freedom of choice is now the opiate of the masses, one look at dopois half-page menu might send you into withdrawal--until you take your first bite. the oliveto-trained chefs at this friendly little...
eastbayexpress.com - user review
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if freedom of choice is the opiate of the masses, a glance at dopo's diminutive menu might send you into withdrawal--until you take your first bite...
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