Josephine R.
10/24/2025
5 STARS! Chef Smelly's is THAT spot! I was just walking to grab lunch when the signs out front caught my eye -- and wow, BEST decision ever! Tried the catfish po'boy on my first visit and it...
Chef Smelly's
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2430 Broadway
Oakland, CA 94612
Chef Smelly's is a cozy restaurant in Oakland, CA that offers a unique dining experience.
Specializing in fusion cuisine, Chef Smelly's menu showcases a creative blend of flavors and ingredients.
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4.0679 reviews
Chris C.
10/16/2025
Outstanding Experience All Around! From the moment I walked in, I was welcomed like family. The chef, Smelly, truly went above and beyond I was lucky enough to win one of his Instagram contests...
Ray B.
10/12/2025
I visited on a Saturday evening and managed to get a window bar seat. Both the food and service were good, and the portions were generous. Running a business in Oakland these days comes with its...
Ashley C.
11/18/2025
Chef Smelly's was okay. It's certainly an upscale feeling for a dining experience, but I did not love our Mac and cheese and the fried fish was just okay. The Mac and cheese tasted kinda grainy,...
Kimberly C.
10/31/2025
Before you place your order, you wait outside, which I did not care for. There was only 1 waitress taking orders Togo and covering the tables inside. They did let us sit at the bar waiting on the...
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