Bistro Punahele Tonnelier - Oakley, California

Jemellee M.

We’ve been trying to eat at this place and it’s either they were closed that day or we didn’t make it on time. Today it was fate. We finally made it. There was a little
bit of a wait but not too long. Considering the place is small. Maybe 12 tables inside at most I can’t be sure. A few more outside but I don’t know if they’re serving outside.

The ambiance is beautiful. It brings a bit Hawaii. The music and the food was giving me the island feels. The food we ordered was delicious and the price was not too bad. We ordered the Aloha tower, Loco Moco Fries, and Egg Benedict Salmon. For drinks we had delicious mimosas.

I wish they were open more than three days a week. I really liked the food and the vibe of the place. And it look like there were some regulars that come often. As a bonus, we met the owner of the restaurant which rarely ever happens at a place. She’s very nice.

FYI, about the bathroom, it’s outside around the corner. It’s attached to the building you just have to walk out of the restaurant. Don’t worry it’s nice clean.

Brendan

Upscale Brunch spot with a unique wood stained ambiance and plenty of unique Hawaiian themed dishes. The mimosas are top notch here. They have plenty of steak, spam, and ground beef based dishes here. The coconut rice here is good, maybe a tad on the salty side but worth trying if you like fried rice. Overall the dishes were well presented and tasty.

Be prepared to wait in line a while if you come during prime hours due to limited seating and staff. We found the wait worth the meal but will plan on coming much easier next time. Parking is easy to come by. The area is safe and near a police station.

Brittney W.

Just ate here for the first time and the food was outstanding. The portion sizes that you get for the price are awesome, the corned beef hash plate could feed an army by itself. The most impressive part of our experience was our waitress! We didn’t catch her name but she has red hair and was holding it down by herself like a trooper. Obviously awesome work ethic and she handled the rush with grace and a smile. We will absolutely be returning!

Corey S.

I've only gone one time so far, but this place has rocketed to the top of my list of breakfast places in the area (as in within ~45 min drive of Tracy). The service was great, everyone was super friendly. The food was awesome and I wanted to try a bunch of stuff. I ended up with the Montecristo and it was a nice portion with plenty of meat and lots of flavor. I also got the Caramel Apple beignets, and they were tasty (though I wouldn't call them beignets). My wife got a rice dish, which she loved, other people are our table got the Garlic Prawns, a stuffed crepe and the French Toast. Everybody agreed it was excellent.

F

Food was terrible. Ordered a burger with fries. It was greasy and the toppings fell off. Burger was supposed to be medium and it was beyond well done. So dry and burnt up patty. Fries were basic, like movie theater or hs football game fries. Also, they forgot my drink. I tried to call three times to give them a chance, no answer. Heard this place was good but the food was down right awful.

Giavanni S.

My first time out since giving birth due to postpartum, I have a 1 month old baby and was stopped at the door by a young curly hair kid with glasses saying I can't bring my stroller in. How He expected me to eat and hold a newborn was beyond me.
I would understand if it was busy but it only had a large party with kids against the wall and two couples. No arguments I obligated. After putting the stroller away one couple leaving even apologized for the host saying they thought it was unnecessary and even rude to stop me from coming in. Put me in tears. Postpartum sucks. I brought my car seat in to prop up on a chair but lost my appetite by then so I only ordered Fry's for aesthetics; which had a good quantity and thick cut, don't recommend the ranch with them personally, but My little sister did love the kids Loco Moco, My Step mom enjoyed her meal and loved the Mimosa with the juice flight. Our server was nice, she checked in reasonably. Whoever the host was who seated us was just so rude and embarrassed me so bad I wouldn't recommend this spot honestly. I didn't even want to spend my money. For that experience and prices on the menu weren't worth it.

LBF L.

Amazing food!! If you want a top rated experience and food that will keep you wanting more then make the trip to Bistro Punahele Tonnelier in Oakley, CA! You will mark this as one of your favorite places to eat. No doubt!

Tom N.

Great little breakfast spot! Fantastic food, excellent service, and quite possibly the best french toast I've ever had. We'll definitely be back.