Through the years, Michael Wild has kept a close eye on the kitchen, and because he's a duck fanatic, you'll always find several preparations on the menu. The converted house features an expansive outdoor deck and a warren of dining rooms sporting a comfortable Craftsman ambience.
Cuisine: California (Mediterranean) Specialities: Anything with duck: creamy duck liver flan with green peppercorns; cassoulet with braised legs. Seats: 110, including outdoor seating Prices: $16.25-$22 Parking: Street (sometimes difficult) Vitals: 3853 Piedmont Ave. (near 40th and W. MacArthur), Oakland; (510) 655-6004. Lunch weekdays, dinner daily. Beer and wine. Reservations and credit cards accepted.
