Spinning Bones

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Spinning Bones - Alameda's Award-Winning California Rotisserie Restaurant in Oakland

Spinning Bones

Spinning Bones is a California rotisserie restaurant in Alameda, a short drive from Oakland, that has earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand for its good quality, good value cooking. The restaurant’s focus is straightforward: quality products prepared minimally and cooked thoughtfully. Meats—poultry, pork, and beef—rotate slowly on spits over high heat, basting in their own natural juices. The menu also includes shareable appetizers, vegetarian sides, and salads with vegan dressings, making it a well-rounded spot for both brunch and dinner.

The restaurant describes itself as a casual neighborhood spot “for Alameda people by Alameda people,” open five days a week for sit-down dining, take-out, and large party catering. It aims to be a common area where East Bay residents gather over great food and drink. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, reflecting the community it serves.

Standout dishes from the menu include the Koji Chicken, a half chicken with tare, orange salt, and roti; the Black Pepper Beef tri-tip with chimichurri; and the St. Louis Pork Ribs with yellow curry salt. The menu also features a variety of sandwiches, like the Tsukune Sando and the Fried Chicken Sando, plus a selection of sides such as Corn Fritters, Rotisserie Cauliflower with miso butter, and Chix Fat Rice with garlic schmaltz and crispy chicken skin. The beverage program includes a thoughtful list of beers, wines, sakes, and cocktails, with non-alcoholic options like house-made sodas and pour-over coffee with condensed milk.