Encuentro

Encuentro means “to meet, gather, encounter” and encuentro embodies exactly that — a neighborhood and destination restaurant featuring an eclectic mix of organic/sustainable wines from small, local and old world vintners. Our menu highlights simple, flavorful, organic and local, vegetarian and vegan cuisine, hearty salads, local cheeses, plates to share and entrees. Our desserts are housemade. We utilize seasonal and market driven ingredients. In addition to an extensive wine menu, we serve small brewery beers, organic teas, coffee and artisanal non-alcoholic beverages. We are conveniently located 2 blocks from the Alameda Ferry Terminal, a short walk from the 12th Street BART station and just a few blocks from highways 880, 980 and 580. Parking is easy in the evenings with a full parking lot in the rear of the building. encuentro is a great place to grab a drink, have a meal or order something delicious, organic and healthy to enjoy at home.