Brazilian sunshine, Victorian charm.
A family-owned café bringing the flavors of the world to downtown Oakland — with a Brazilian accent.
We bring the flavors of the world to you.
Rio California offers fresh continental cuisine with a Brazilian accent, made to delight any appetite. Our menu brings together Brazilian classics like feijoada and coxinhas, Caribbean-inspired jerk chicken, Mediterranean salads and comforting pastas — all made fresh, with generous portions.
We’re family owned and operated, and many of our guests have been coming back for years. Whether you work in one of the park’s Victorian offices or you’re visiting downtown, we’d love to welcome you to our table.
A hidden oasis downtown.
Preservation Park is a tranquil pocket of historic Oakland — a cluster of beautifully restored Victorian homes set among palm trees, gardens and a central fountain. It’s one of downtown’s best-kept secrets, and our house sits right in the middle of it.
Take your lunch out to the patio or porch, listen to the fountain and the birds, and forget you’re just a few blocks from the city center.
What our guests say
“Hidden gem. Located in Preservation Park, the ambience is beautiful and inviting. Lovely Victorian homes, a fountain, birds singing — AND THE FOOD. Consistently delicious. Large portions.”
“I wish I had a photo of the food but it was literally too delicious. 10/10 best food in the area. The jerk chicken is to die for — spicy and juicy and wonderful.”
“This place is so underrated and family owned. Got their jerk chicken and jerk burrito. YUM!”
“Cutest little spot in the historical part of Oakland, Preservation Park, that you must go and visit. Greeted with a smile.”
Lunch is served, Monday through Friday.
Grab a table on the patio overlooking Preservation Park, call ahead for pickup, or order delivery on DoorDash.