Pican brings smoothness to Oakland

Pican lunch fare
Pican lunch fare
Andouille hushpuppies and smoky succulent ribs with jalopeno cole slaw

OAKLAND -- If restaurants were musical groups, Pican would be Frankie Beverly and Maze.

Not too high, not too low, just a happy feeling.

In a city of extremes from sports to politics to music, owner Michael leBlanc has accurately read his market to create a destination venue which can attract the entire community.

Located at 2295 Broadway, Pican has recently scored a Bib Gourmand rating from the Michelin Guide.  During February, it honored Black History Month with a special menu to recognize Leah Chase of New Orleans' Dooky Chase landmark and brought in Sharon Anderson, formerly of Purple Plum, as a guest chef.

For reservations and menus, visit picanrestaurant.com