Sun Moon Studio
Sun Moon Studio is a Michelin-starred, farmer- and producer-driven tasting-menu restaurant in West Oakland from co-chefs and co-owners Alan Hsu and Sarah Cooper. Its four-table dining room—two two-tops and two four-tops—feels closer to a private dinner than a conventional fine-dining room; full buyouts accommodate up to 14 guests.
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- Address
- 1940 Union St STE 21, Oakland, CA 94607
- Website
- sunmoonstudio.com
- Directions
- Get directions
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A Four-Table Dining Room in West Oakland
Sun Moon Studio occupies a discreet room on Union Street in West Oakland, but it is not a chef’s counter. The dining room has four tables: two two-tops and two four-tops. With the open kitchen and service area only a few steps away, the experience feels closer to dinner in someone’s home than a conventional fine-dining room.
Co-Chefs Alan Hsu and Sarah Cooper
Co-chefs and co-owners Alan Hsu and Sarah Cooper lead the restaurant together. Their farmer- and producer-driven tasting menu follows Northern California seasons while drawing on personal references that can include Taiwanese sausage, Shao Xing wine, soy milk tofu, nori, shiso, and miso. The Michelin Guide recognizes Sun Moon Studio with one star and highlights the chefs’ technically precise, product-focused cooking.
What to Expect
The fixed tasting menu is served at tables and typically lasts about two to two and a half hours. The small scale keeps service unusually personal: guests remain face to face with their own party while still feeling connected to the kitchen and every member of the team.
Reservations, Dietary Needs, and Private Dining
Reservations are released six weeks ahead at noon Pacific through OpenTable. Standard reservations are available for parties of up to six. Groups of seven to 14 require a full-restaurant buyout, and the Studio’s maximum capacity is 14 guests. Many, but not all, dietary restrictions can be accommodated when disclosed during booking. There is no waiting area, so plan to arrive close to the reservation time.
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
James Beard Award Nominee
James Beard Award
James Beard Award Semi Finalist
James Beard Award
Michelin 1 Star
Michelin
San Francisco Chronicle Top 100 Bay Area Restaurants #5
San Francisco Chronicle
Bon Appétit The 20 Best New Restaurants #20
Bon Appétit
Michelin 1 Star
Michelin
New York Times America's Best Restaurants
New York Times
OpenTable Top 100 Restaurants
OpenTable
Michelin Plate
Michelin
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At a Glance
- Intimate
- Modern
- Minimalist
- Special Occasion
- Date Night
- Open Kitchen
- Extensive Wine List
- Farm To Table
- Local Sourcing
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- 5–9 PM
- Friday
- 5–9 PM
- Saturday
- 5–9 PM
- Sunday
- 5–8 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Industrial dining room with high ceilings, white hanging cloths, and nicely spaced wooden tables behind a rolling garage door.