Lani Conway
Senior Editor, Expansion
Lani covers restaurants in the Bay Area, Barcelona, Paris, Mexico City, Madrid, and more.
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Bar Shiru is a Tokyo-inspired listening bar we head to with anyone who complains that there are no fancy date-night bars in Oakland. It’s low-lit and moody thanks to a sound system playing tunes that oscillate between sultry and jazzy. Everyone is here to lounge at one of the round tables and drink highballs, Japanese whisky, or their favorite shaken drink while feeling hot, so it’s the move for date night or times you want to have some eyes on you. Arrive early for a seat or prepare to get on the waitlist.
Unrated: This is a restaurant we want to re-visit before rating, or it’s a coffee shop, bar, or dessert shop. We only rate spots where you can eat a full meal.
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