Guidebook for Oakland
Food Scene
Arizmendi Bakery
3265 Lakeshore AveIconic ice cream that inspired the movie "Up" :)
129 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fentons Creamery
4226 Piedmont AveIconic ice cream that inspired the movie "Up" :)
A16
2355 Chestnut StHomestead
4029 Piedmont AveGourmet mac n' cheese!
Wood Tavern
6317 College AveI've had a lot of pho in my life... and I confidently declare this my favorite place for pho...IN THE COUNTRY. Note to the wise, order an extra side of brisket. They'll give it to you in the original fatty broth that it's cooked in.
16 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Phở Ao Sen Restaurant
1139 E 12th StI've had a lot of pho in my life... and I confidently declare this my favorite place for pho...IN THE COUNTRY. Note to the wise, order an extra side of brisket. They'll give it to you in the original fatty broth that it's cooked in.
Dan Sung Sa Restaurant
2775 Telegraph Avethe wings...
Parks & Nature
Anfiteatro Lake Merritt
Lake Merritt BoulevardOakland's crown jewel
My fav hiking trail in the area. This is a strenuous hike, but totally worth the view. You'll see the entire Oakland/SF area from the GG bridge all the way to parts of Redwood City.
35 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Claremont Canyon Regional Preserve
My fav hiking trail in the area. This is a strenuous hike, but totally worth the view. You'll see the entire Oakland/SF area from the GG bridge all the way to parts of Redwood City.
Essentials
The quintessential California produce buying experience at reasonable prices. You'll find every variety of fruit and vegetable EVAR.
371 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Berkeley Bowl West
920 Heinz AveThe quintessential California produce buying experience at reasonable prices. You'll find every variety of fruit and vegetable EVAR.
Drinks & Nightlife
Amazing outdoor beer garden with firepits. Amazing place to hang out in the evening. Weekends are crowded so be warned.
165 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Drake's Dealership
2325 BroadwayAmazing outdoor beer garden with firepits. Amazing place to hang out in the evening. Weekends are crowded so be warned.
District Oakland
827 Washington StSwanky place for drinks