I love this place. The food is absolutely amazing and, surprisingly, really affordable! The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable even during the lunch rush. I never feel like I'm inconveniencing them or am being rushed to order. I work at the hospital up the road and know how crazy restaurants can get in Oakland around that time. Not only that, but I know the clientele probably aren't the most patient (most of the people there at that time work in the hospital as well) yet they are all still so friendly! Definitely recommend going, and if I can give a suggestion, the Carbonara with calamari is delicious!!