Guidebook for Oakland
Food Scene
Go for an easy lunch or dinner- counter service with a cute outdoor dining space. Must try the amazing fish tacos, guacamole, and fried yuca fries!
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Cholita Linda
4923 Telegraph AveGo for an easy lunch or dinner- counter service with a cute outdoor dining space. Must try the amazing fish tacos, guacamole, and fried yuca fries!
Great food- wood fired pizzas and handcrafted cocktails with a cool Oakland vibe
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Pizzaiolo
5008 Telegraph AveGreat food- wood fired pizzas and handcrafted cocktails with a cool Oakland vibe
Drake's Dealership
2325 BroadwayGood beer, casual dining and cozy outdoor firepit seating
Delicious ramen and cocktails.. It's worth it to have a cocktail and relax for the hour+ wait- the food is really that good!
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Ramen Shop
5812 College AveDelicious ramen and cocktails.. It's worth it to have a cocktail and relax for the hour+ wait- the food is really that good!
Good coffee. Nice place to work on your computer with relaxed neighborhood vibe!
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Hive
2139 MacArthur BlvdGood coffee. Nice place to work on your computer with relaxed neighborhood vibe!
Arizmendi Bakery
3265 Lakeshore AveGreat pastries, bread and pizza of the day
Hopscotch
1915 San Pablo AveGreat dinner spot with delicious food and artisan cocktails
Great brunch spot in the Laurel( 5 mins away) note there is usually a wait of at least 30 mins
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Sequoia Diner
3719 MacArthur BlvdGreat brunch spot in the Laurel( 5 mins away) note there is usually a wait of at least 30 mins
Parks & Nature
Tilden Regional Park
2501 Grizzly Peak BlvdFor kids- the carousel, Little Farm and the Steam Train
Beautiful walking trails surrounded by Redwood trees, less than 10 min drive from the house.
Redwood Bowl Staging Area
Fern Ravine TrailBeautiful walking trails surrounded by Redwood trees, less than 10 min drive from the house.
Joaquin Miller Park
3300 Joaquin Miller RdHiking and walking
Shopping
Great shopping for local and unique homewares. They have a curated selection of textiles, pillows, candles, and handmade light fixtures.
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Good Neighbor
4200 Piedmont AveGreat shopping for local and unique homewares. They have a curated selection of textiles, pillows, candles, and handmade light fixtures.
Temescal Alley
Temescal AlleySmall collection of cool local shops, coffee and ice cream
Drinks & Nightlife
Locals and hipsters alike frequent this spot for the eclectic vibe, occasional live music and energetic atmosphere. To drink: A greyhound with fresh squeezed grapefruit juice is the go- to drink of choice. Located close to the Fox Theatre and walking distance to other bars and restaurants in Uptown Oakland.
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Cafe Van Kleef
1621 Telegraph AveLocals and hipsters alike frequent this spot for the eclectic vibe, occasional live music and energetic atmosphere. To drink: A greyhound with fresh squeezed grapefruit juice is the go- to drink of choice. Located close to the Fox Theatre and walking distance to other bars and restaurants in Uptown Oakland.
Arts & Culture
Friday nights at the museum are a great way to experience the local area- live music, food trucks and museum access.
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Oakland Museum of California
1000 Oak StFriday nights at the museum are a great way to experience the local area- live music, food trucks and museum access.
Essentials
Farmer Joe's Marketplace
3501 MacArthur BlvdEverything Else
Saturday morning farmer's market with loads of fresh produce, food vendors, flowers, meats, handmade goods.
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Grand Lake Farmers Market
746 Grand AveSaturday morning farmer's market with loads of fresh produce, food vendors, flowers, meats, handmade goods.