Portal – American
Portal serves as a high-energy gateway to elevated comfort, where the clinking of glasses mingles with the irresistible scent of golden-fried Brussels sprouts and savory, dough-wrapped "Garbage Bread." This lively haunt transforms familiar favorites into indulgent art forms, from the crunch of perfectly seasoned chicken and waffles to the smoky char of roasted cauliflower. It is a place where bold flavors and a spirited atmosphere converge, inviting guests to linger over shareable plates and vibrant conversation long after the last bite.
1611, 2nd Avenue, Oakland, 94606 https://www.portaloakland.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, lectin-free, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Portal
Dairy-Free at Portal
Portal in Oakland has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fry Basket, Beef Patty (Dog) and Chips & Salsa. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Portal
Portal in Oakland has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fry Basket, Beef Patty (Dog) and Portal Plate. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Portal
Portal in Oakland has 17 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Classic Caesar, French Fry Basket and Chips & Salsa. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Portal
Portal in Oakland has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fry Basket and Surf & Turf Brunch. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Portal
Portal in Oakland has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fry Basket and Puppy Scrambled Eggs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Portal
Portal in Oakland has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Corned Beef Hash, French Fry Basket and Puppy Scrambled Eggs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Portal
Portal in Oakland has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including French Fry Basket. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Portal
Portal in Oakland has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fry Basket, Chips & Salsa and Brunch Potatoes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Portal
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Surf & Turf Brunch | 5.6 g | 42.1 g |
| Classic Caesar | 61.1 g | 36.1 g |
| Unbeetable Burger | 43.1 g | 29.1 g |
| Cobb Salad | 43.9 g | 28.2 g |
| Chilaquiles | 46.5 g | 26.1 g |
| The Moon is Made of Cheese Burger | 118.7 g | 21.2 g |
| Chicken & Waffles | 40.3 g | 21 g |
| Willie's Rodeo Burger | 4.3 g | 18.2 g |
| The Blazing Henhouse | 33.3 g | 17.8 g |
| Garbage Bread | 16.7 g | 16.9 g |
| The Cowboy | 23.2 g | 15.7 g |
| French Fry Basket | 0 g | 13 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
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- Garbage Bread - $17.75: House Made Stromboli stuffed with Pepperoni, Italian Sausage & Cheese, with Marinara Available at: dinner, lunch
- Farmer's Garbage Bread - $17.75: Fresh Mushrooms, Brussels Sprouts, Pesto and Mozzarella served with Marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fry Basket - $7: Original Lightly Kosher Salted Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Salsa - $7.25: Tomato Salsa & Tomatillo Salsa Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Portal Twists - $10.5: Garlic Mozzarella Bread Twists with House Marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Brussels Sprouts - $13.75: Fresh Cut Cabbage, Honey, Lime, & Chili Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charred Cauliflower - $12.75: Queso Fresco, Chipotle Lime Aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings (6 pc) - $9.75: Hot or Barbecue Available at: dinner, lunch
Brunch Specialties
- Chicken & Waffles - $18.25: Buttermilk Belgian Waffle with Fried Chicken Breasts, Whipped Butter and Warm Maple Syrup Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Portal Plate - $16: 2 Eggs Any Style, crispy Brunch Potatoes, Choice of Bacon, Ham, or Spicy Chicken Sausage Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chimichurri Steak & Eggs - $28.75: 2 Eggs Any Style with Sliced Grilled Steak topped with House Chimichurri and served with Brunch Potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chilaquiles - $17.75: 2 Eggs Scrambled, Roasted Tomato Salsa, Tortilla Chips, Queso Fresco, Salsa Verde, Salsa Fresca, Black Beans, Green Onions and Sour Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Portal Benedict - $17: Two Poached Eggs, Grilled Polenta, Tomatoes, Hollandaise, Basil, Brunch Potatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Corned Beef Hash - $16.25: Two Eggs Any Style Dietary tags: Low-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Stuffed French Toast - $16: Challah stuffed with Caramelized Fruit & Ricotta Filling with Seasonal Fruit, Whipped Cream, Butter & Maple Syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Gravy Covered Chicken & Biscuit - $18: Housemade Biscuit with Fried Chicken, Mushroom Gravy, 2 Eggs Any Style, & Brunch Potatoes Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Cowboy - $16.25: Two Eggs Any Style over Grilled Polenta, Black Beans, Queso Fresco, Green Onions, Tomato Chili Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Surf & Turf Brunch - $36.75: Choice Filet Mignon, Two Eggs Any Style, Grilled Shrimp, Asparagus, Purple Potatoes & Hollandaise Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Farm Fresh Greens
- Classic Caesar - $15.25: Fresh Cut Romaine, Croutons, Parmesan, Anchovies Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prosciutto Brunch Salad - $17.25: Thinly Sliced Aged Prosciutto, Frisee, Arugula, Crispy Cheese, Pomegranate Seeds, Bacon Vinaigrette & Poached Egg Available at: brunch, lunch
- Summer Greens - $15.25: Watermelon Radish, Grape Tomatoes, Candied Walnuts, Croutons & Orange Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cobb Salad - $17.5: Grilled Chicken Breast, Cherry Tomatoes, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Boiled Egg, Bacon, Avocado, Romaine, House-Made Tortilla, Blue Cheese Dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
Craft Burgers
- Portal Burger - $14.75: Half Pound Angus Beef, Aged White Cheddar, Grilled Onions, Lettuce, & Portal Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Unbeetable Burger - $14.25: Roasted Beet Patty with Grains, Garlic, Spices & minced Walnuts, Arugula, Onion, Vegan Aioli, Vegan Bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Willie's Rodeo Burger - $11.25: Angus Beef, Smoked Cheddar, Crispy Shallots & BBQ Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Moon is Made of Cheese Burger - $11.5: Angus Beef, Blue Cheese, Mixed Greens, Bacon Jam, and Crispy Shallots Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Blazing Henhouse - $11.5: Crispy Fried Chicken Breast in Buffalo Wing Sauce, Butter Lettuce, Tomato, Butter Pickles and House Ranch Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Pub Favorites
- Grilled Fish Tacos - $17: Grilled Tilapia, Mango-Lime Salsa, Fresh Cabbage, Grilled Jalapenos, Chipotle Aioli, Chips, Queso Fresco & Salsas Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish & Chips - $17.75: Beer Battered Tilapia, Fries, Jalapeno Slaw, Tartar Sauce and Malt Vinegar Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta al Pomodoro - $16: Rigatoni Noodles with Roasted Ricotta Tomato Sauce, Garlic, Basil & Parmesan with Garlic Bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Happy Hour Pub Bites
- Beer Mac & Cheese - $5: Three Cheese Sauce with Fat Tire Ale and Bacon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Wings (4 Pieces) - $5: Spicy chicken wings Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Pickle Spears - $5: Breaded and fried pickles Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Angus Beef Slider - $5: Mini beef burger Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carne Asada Quesadilla - $5: Steak and cheese quesadilla Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides & Breads
- Brunch Potatoes - $9: Crispy Russet Potatoes, Bell Peppers and Onions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bacon, Sausage, or Ham - $5: Choice of breakfast meat Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Biscuits & Gravy Side - $8.5: Housemade biscuit and mushroom gravy Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
Beverages
- Happy Hour Pints - $5: Ales, Lager & IPAs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Bloody Mary - $12: Classic brunch cocktail
Puppy Chow Menu
- Beef Patty (Dog) - $5: 5 ounce Angus Beef Chopped Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Puppy Scrambled Eggs - $5: Two Scrambled Eggs Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Portal
- Is Portal dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Portal has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fry Basket, Beef Patty (Dog) and Chips & Salsa.
- What can I eat at Portal on a dairy-free diet?
- French Fry Basket, Beef Patty (Dog) and Chips & Salsa carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Portal have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including French Fry Basket and Chips & Salsa.
- Is Portal gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Portal?
- Surf & Turf Brunch, at roughly 42.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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