I had some meat at home and needed carbs but didn't want to cook anything. Luckily, saucy was nearby and garlic noods just happen to be the perfect base for my meat. Got there around lunchtime and I noticed there was a large group of at least 12 people who had just placed an order. The kind gentleman who took my order told me it was gona be about a 20 minute wait just for noods because of the large group. I hesitated a bit, cue sad face, I said it was ok I'd wait. I guess the chef heard and quickly yelled at "Just garlic noodles? I can whip that up real quick first!". The Chef Gods were present that day let me tell you. Five holy stars for these saucy mf. You are appreciated!

Good spot for happy hour in downtown Oakland! I recently visited Saucy Oakland with a friend, and overall, it was a pleasant experience. Happy hour is offered Tuesday to Saturday from 5-6 pm. We came on Friday evening around 5:45 and we were the first ones there, though it was full by the time we left around 7 with some folks waiting. The restaurant is on the smaller side, but the decor is charming and inviting. The happy hour menu includes both drink and food specials. We were planning to hit up a brewery afterwards, so we skipped the drinks and stuck to the food items only. We tried:: - hamachi spoon for $4 each - amazing one bite - the pork belly lettuce wrap for $12 - our favorite item, we could've eaten a lot more of these! - popcorn shrimp for $13 - fried well but a bit bland - garlic noodles with tofu for $14 - noodles were delicious, but I found the tofu to be lacking in flavor The service was professional and attentive, with staff checking in on us frequently to ensure we were enjoying our meal. Overall, I would recommend Saucy Oakland for a fun happy hour with cute ambiance in downtown Oakland.

Saucy opened where Tamarindo Antojeria was. Decor is laid back. Seating is spread thruout the interior. Offerings: "experiences", lunch sets, happy hour. Quick/spicy bites, shareables, rice bowls, dinner entrees. Order at counter, pay, pick food at counter when ready. About 10 minutes. Eats: popcorn shrimp lunch set (18) -mixed green with artisan dressing fresh, yummy. -kimchi fresh, semi spicy. Steamed rice fresh, moist -edamame surprisingly tender, fresh tasting -shrimp chips had lots shrimp & other flavas. -10+ popcorn shrimps unami flavored with mix of honey mustard, thai chili sauce, togarashi sesame. Shrimp itself was moist, crunchy. Didn't taste natural juiciness. Not the usual shrimp. Looked rock shrimp. 4.5 stars: great value. Didn't have time to explore. Just happen to discover Saucy on a walk by.

Cute vibrant little eatery with a modern and inviting interior, pan-Asian fusion cuisine, and warm service! We opted for the pineapple pickles, mustard Brussels sprouts, basil chicken with jidori egg sunny-side up, and my favorite, hamachi-kama. The pineapple pickles were sweet, tart, and a touch spicy - perfect as an appetizer especially since you get a dose of healthy probiotics and bromelain enzymes to help digest the rest of your meal, ha! Mustard Brussels sprouts were on point, grilled perfectly with crisped leaves and the zing of mustardy goodness. The basil chicken was my favorite comfort food - served with a side of fragrant rice and gorgeous jidori over-easy egg. Hamachi Kama, another favorite of mine, was massive here - literally twice the usual size! Tons of healthy omega fatty acids. If you love Asian food, want to eat healthy, or you have two or more picky-eaters then this is your place because there's something for every taste here! Menu is small but healthy and well-curated, worth a try! And the pandan crème brûlée was a delicious twist on the classic dessert, served with a dollop of berry compote and whipped cream. The warm service sets this little eatery apart from most Asian places lol. This place is a winner!

I visited Saucy Oakland for Oakland Restaurant Week, and the special Restaurant Week menu was an amazing value that let us sample all of the greatest hits. We began the meal with succulent pork belly, followed by the hamachi spoons and duck spring rolls. By the time the pumpkin tofu curry arrived as the main course, I was quite full. The meal was rounded out with delicious pandan bread pudding a la mode (with ube ice cream). The highlight of the meal for me was the pumpkin tofu curry; everyone at my table commented on how lovely it smelled. I could probably have gone without the duck spring rolls, which were a bit dense and dry; however, I really enjoyed the multi-course tasting experience overall. The restaurant atmosphere was upbeat yet intimate - perfect for a dinner with friends. We found parking at a lot right next to the restaurant, which was extremely convenient.

Recently tried saucy Asian during Oakland restaurant week. We ended up going with the pre-fixe menu that offered a few different options. I ended going with the garlic noodles with beef, saucy wings, and pork belly wraps. Everything was DELICIOUS. The garlic noodles were very flavorful and there was a generous serving of beef on top. The wings were crunchy and well seasoned while the pork belly wrap was a great starter. The passion fruit cocktail we ordered was also super tasty. The servers were very friendly and helpful. They even brought out a little chili oil for me. Overall, this place has great food and good vibes. Highly recommend.