Guidebook for Oakland
Food Scene
Opened in 2017. Huge local beer selection and delicious, affordable food. Fun atmosphere
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Paulista Brazilian Kitchen and Taproom
4239 Park BlvdOpened in 2017. Huge local beer selection and delicious, affordable food. Fun atmosphere
Really good wine and high-end food
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Bellanico Restaurant and Wine Bar
4238 Park Blvd Really good wine and high-end food
One of my favorite local spots. Fantastic, very affordable wine list and a great atmosphere.
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Marzano Restaurant And Bar
4214 Park BoulevardOne of my favorite local spots. Fantastic, very affordable wine list and a great atmosphere.
Park Burger
4218 Park Blvd Voted best burger in SF area
I love sushi and have tried 10+ places in the Bay Area. This is still my favorite.
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Sushi Park | Japanese Restaurant
4209 Park Blvd I love sushi and have tried 10+ places in the Bay Area. This is still my favorite.
Blackberry Bistro
4240 Park BlvdDiggery Inn
4212 Park BlvdLa Farine
3411 Fruitvale Ave A neat spot, and they do a lot for the local community
Ultimate Grounds Et Al
4225 Park BlvdBanana Blossom
2353 East 12th StreetSouthern Café
2000 MacArthur BlvdFlower Lounge Restaurant
2033 MacArthur BlvdAbsolutely delicious. Lunch line is always out the door.
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Taqueria Los Comales
2105 MacArthur Blvd Absolutely delicious. Lunch line is always out the door.
Dimond Slice Pizza
2208 MacArthur Blvd Vegetarian and vegan pizza spot
Hive
2139 MacArthur BlvdThe Veg Hub
2214 MacArthur BlvdDimond Cafe
3430 Fruitvale AvePeet's Coffee
3401 Fruitvale AveRamen and Sushi (nama Japanese Cuisine)
3400 Fruitvale AveShakewell
3407 Lakeshore AveLa Hacienda Restaurant
2045 MacArthur Boulevard Authentic as it gets
Rolling Dunes
3331 Lakeshore AveEthiopian, slightly off the beaten path. Absolutely delicious
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Cafe Romanat
462 Santa Clara AveEthiopian, slightly off the beaten path. Absolutely delicious
Penrose
3311 Grand AveGreat vibe
Sister
3308 Grand AveGo to the back bar--tucked away
Great dinner spot, really well done decor and feel
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The Star on Grand
3425 Grand AveGreat dinner spot, really well done decor and feel
Grand Oaks
3701 Grand AvenueEnssaro Ethiopian Restaurant
357-A Grand AveFamous indoor/outdoor restaurant in downtown Oakland
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Drake's Dealership
2325 BroadwayFamous indoor/outdoor restaurant in downtown Oakland
Lakeside dining on their private dock. High end--this is great for a special occasion. The food is incredible.
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Lake Chalet
1520 Lakeside DrLakeside dining on their private dock. High end--this is great for a special occasion. The food is incredible.
Parks & Nature
Dimond Park Playground
Dimond Canyon Trail
Dimond Canyon TrailOnly a few minutes away--a great trailhead!
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Skyline Gate Staging Area
8490 Skyline BlvdOnly a few minutes away--a great trailhead!
Inspiration Point
Inspiration PointPerhaps my favorite trail in the East Bay
Scotts Peak Trail Head
You'd never know about this unless a local told you. Worth the hike up here for the views and the fact that it's an iconic part of the Berkeley/Cal campus!
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Big C
You'd never know about this unless a local told you. Worth the hike up here for the views and the fact that it's an iconic part of the Berkeley/Cal campus!
I-Tilden Nature Area
1500 Central Park DriveAlvarado Staging Area
5845-5967 Park AveA hidden gem for some really good hiking and mountain biking
One of my favorite parks in the Bay Area. The terrain is unique and very cool.
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I-Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve
One of my favorite parks in the Bay Area. The terrain is unique and very cool.
Richard C. Trudeau Conference Center
11500 Skyline BlvdGreat trails start here
Hidden gem--not many know about this trailhead. Hike up a bit for amazing views on both sides of this crest trail.
Bort Meadow Staging Area
Redwood RoadHidden gem--not many know about this trailhead. Hike up a bit for amazing views on both sides of this crest trail.
Clyde Woolridge Staging
Hiking/running/biking around this is beautiful!
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Lafayette Reservoir
Hiking/running/biking around this is beautiful!
Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach
Otis DriveEntertainment & Activities
Lions Pool at Dimond Park
3860 Hanly RdDimond Recreation Center
3860 Hanly RdStable Core Pilates + Physical Therapy
3215 MacArthur BlvdTwo sheets of ice and affordable rentals. A must if you like to skate!
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Oakland Ice Center
519 18th StTwo sheets of ice and affordable rentals. A must if you like to skate!
Many restaurants along this beautifully restored waterfront
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Jack London Square station
245 2nd StMany restaurants along this beautifully restored waterfront
Essentials
Savemore Market
4219 Park BlvdSafeway
3550 Fruitvale AveFarmer Joe's Marketplace
3501 MacArthur BlvdPostal Plus
4200 Park BlvdOak Hillside Cleaners
4208 Park BlvdLe Soleil Day Spa
4211 Park BlvdLa Nana salon & flowers
4224 Park BlvdGlenview Shoe Renew
4193 Park BlvdDimond Station Oakland Post Office
Taza Market
2207 MacArthur BlvdArts & Culture
Woodminster Amphitheater
3540 Sanborn DrEast Bay Dance Center
1318 Glenfield AveFox Theater
1807 Telegraph AveThe one and only! Famous Oakland landmark
Shopping
Oaklandish
3419 Fruitvale AvePaws & Claws: A Natural Pet Food Store & Grooming Spa
3436 Dimond AveDrinks & Nightlife
Iconic piano bar. It's a must-see if you're here on a weekend night.
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The Alley | Piano Bar & Restaurant
3325 Grand AveIconic piano bar. It's a must-see if you're here on a weekend night.
Heart & Dagger Saloon
504 Lake Park AveRoom 389
389 Grand AveLove this spot--great cocktails and cozy feel
The cocktails are delicious, the atmosphere is dark and smooth
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Dogwood
1644 Telegraph AveThe cocktails are delicious, the atmosphere is dark and smooth