Opening hours
Closed · opens 11:00 AM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Local time in Oakland: 8:31 AM (PST). Holiday hours may differ.
About Swahili Spot
Looking for a Tanzanian restaurant in Oakland? Swahili Spot is at 1327 Peralta Street, Oakland, California. Our Oakland guide covers 620 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Swahili Spot is open 3 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM (closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday).
You can visit for takeout and dine-in.
Quick facts
- Category
- Tanzanian Restaurant
- Address
- 1327 Peralta Street, Oakland, CA
- Hours
- Open 3 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM (closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday)
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 12 PM on Saturdays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for Restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Swahili Spot’s weekday schedule with 20 other Restaurants in Oakland. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, close to the local norm of 11:00 AM and closes at 5:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 9:00 PM).
In total it is open about 18 hours a week, 43 hours fewer than the local median of 61. 90% of Restaurants in Oakland open on Sundays, and Swahili Spot is one of them.
Compared with 20 other Restaurants in Oakland that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for Restaurants in California
Based on 463 menus with 27,954 priced items from Restaurants in California, the median menu item costs $12.99, and half of all items are priced between $6.95 and $18.50.
We don’t have Swahili Spot’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what Restaurants in California typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| French Fries | 13% | $4.99 |
| Huevos Rancheros | 11% | $15.95 |
| Breakfast Burrito | 11% | $13.97 |
| Caesar Salad | 10% | $12.00 |
| Coffee | 10% | $3.50 |
| Onion Rings | 10% | $8.00 |
| Cheeseburger | 8% | $13.22 |
| Rice | 8% | $4.00 |
Calculated from 463 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Swahili Spot there are 11 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 23 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (5), Burgers & Fast Food (5), Bars & Pubs (3), and Bakeries & Desserts (2).
Swahili Spot is the only Tanzanian restaurant within a mile (29 within three miles). The next closest is Open Test Kitchen, 1.2 mi away.
5 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Burgers & Fast FoodFast Times0.3 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeHighwire Coffee Roasters0.3 mi
- Asian & PacificFOB West0.3 mi
- ItalianFatto a Mano Alimentari0.3 mi
- ChineseFortune Cookie0.5 mi
What to expect at a Tanzanian restaurant
General restaurants are places that do not fit neatly into a single cuisine: family restaurants, grills, bistros, eclectic kitchens and multi-cuisine menus. They are often local favorites that serve a bit of everything, from breakfast plates to steaks and seafood.
What to order
- House specialties – what regulars come back for
- Daily specials – often the freshest dishes
- Local dishes – anything named after the town or region
Good to know
- Check the latest hours before you go – independent restaurants change them more often.
- Weekend evenings are usually the busiest time.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard in the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Swahili Spot's opening hours?
Open 3 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM (closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: Closed; Friday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Is Swahili Spot open on Sunday?
Yes, Swahili Spot is open on Sundays: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Where is Swahili Spot located?
Swahili Spot is located at 1327 Peralta Street, Oakland, CA.
Does Swahili Spot offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Swahili Spot, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeout and dine-in.
Is Swahili Spot open late?
No, Swahili Spot usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Swahili Spot?
There are 23 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Swahili Spot. Nearby options include Fast Times (0.3 mi), Highwire Coffee Roasters (0.3 mi), and FOB West (0.3 mi).
Are there other Restaurants near Swahili Spot?
None within a mile. The closest is Open Test Kitchen, 1.2 mi away.
How much do Restaurants in California cost?
Based on 463 menus with 27,954 priced items from Restaurants in California, the median menu item costs $12.99, and half of all items are priced between $6.95 and $18.50.
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