Open Test Kitchen is a place for Oakland communities to gather and be themselves.
As a community of chef entrepreneurs, we are always experimenting, always testing. Testing what works for us to make a living, be there for our families and communities, and keep doing what we love, on our terms. For our chef community, Open Test Kitchen is a place to learn from and cooperate with each other. For our neighbors, regulars, and first-time guests, it’s a place to relax, feel good, and find your people. Come on in.
Come visit us!
528 8th St., Oakland, CA (between Clay and Washington St.)
We are open:
Wednesdays: 9AM – 2PM
Thursdays: 9AM – 2PM
Fridays: 9AM – 2PM
+ Events
Check out Open Test Kitchen’s Instagram @otk_eats for updates!
UPCOMING EVENTS AT OPEN TEST KITCHEN
5.09: Día de las Madres with Mecato and Café con Cariño
we are so excited to co-create a space that celebrates and honors our mothers, caretakers, and all the people in our lives who mo…
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5.02: Cafécito and Crafts
Join Oakland’s most relaxed creative experience where coffee culture meets artistic expression. Cafecito & Crafts Club …
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4.25: Spring Mahjong
Open play mahjong, with bolo bao tasting, Qingming dishes and community altar – hosted by The Mahjong Project and Oakland B…
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4.19: Queer con Leche
Dancing Queers: come dance to your fave salsa, bachata, merengue, & cumbia! We’ll have a bachata class, DJ SanaSana, ve…
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4.15: Lunch Fundraiser
Come out and support a special lunch pop-up to support a community member detained by ICE. TSIRI will be offering a special menu …
Read MoreHOST YOUR NEXT PARTY OR EVENT AT OPEN TEST KITCHEN
Daytime dance parties. Mahjong nights. Book clubs. Film screenings. And so much more. Our space transforms every week to bring people together. If you’re looking for a spot for your next party or event, reach out to us!
Complete this form with details of your upcoming event idea, and any catering needs here and we will follow up.
Looking for kitchen rental hours? Email info@oaklandbloom.org for more information.
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Chiricana
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Tsiri
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