Restaurant
Spices 3 Restaurants
17 locals recommend,
Why locals recommend it
My favorite restaurant, no matter what the occasion. The no-frills, brightly lit, family-run, all-day restaurant in Oakland’s Chinatown serves satisfying Sichuan and Hunan dishes, including many vegan options. If you can handle some heat, this place will make you very, very happy. My go-to is the silken tofu bowl with flaming red oil—a huge dish of soft tofu in a savory broth, topped with chile oil and cilantro, and hiding a bounty of tender greens.
Marie
January 23, 2017
Tips from locals
Sarah
September 1, 2021
One of the best food options in the the Bay is Szechuan, and Spices 3 is a fantastic option in the East Bay. Try the Won Tons in Red Oil and the Salt + Pepper Calamari.
Zachary
September 23, 2014
Authentic Szechuan food; if you've never had food from this part of China, you're in for a spicy treat. Cash only.
Sophie
April 7, 2015
HOT food- i love it- bit of a dive- but the real deal!
Jennifer
November 5, 2011
The keyword is "spices" - lotsa spicy (and non) options on their extensive (and super cheap) menu. Recommended.
Brad
April 1, 2019
Authentic Szechuan style for adventurous eaters - very spicy, 'stinky tofu', etc.
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Location
370-372 12th St
Oakland, CA
Downtown Oakland