I Squared is a charming restaurant offering authentic Persian and rustic Italian dishes. Specialties include koobideh kabaab, chicken kabaab, barg kabaab, ghormeh sabzi, eggplant parmeggiano, linguine vongole, linguine salsa rosa with gamberi, spaghetti with meatballs, fresh salads, and a variety of deserts made daily from scratch. This friendly restaurant has a contemporary dining room filled with "butcher block" tables, open kitchen, and a stainless steel topped bar. Located in the Rockridge district of Oakland, I Squared is the ideal spot for a festive dinner.