Oakland Guidebook
Food scene
Incredible sushi. The chef is insanely talented. Nothing fancy, but highly recommend.
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Kakui Sushi
2060 Mountain BlvdIncredible sushi. The chef is insanely talented. Nothing fancy, but highly recommend.
Our local favorite date night spot - the pork chops are to die for.
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Perle Fine Wines & Cocktails
2058 Mountain BlvdOur local favorite date night spot - the pork chops are to die for.
Excellent Thai food (voted best in the Bay Area)
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Daughter Thai Kitchen
6118 Medau PlExcellent Thai food (voted best in the Bay Area)
Yummy local spot for delicious wines and cheeses from all over the world
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Farmstead Cheeses & Wines Oakland
6218 La Salle AveYummy local spot for delicious wines and cheeses from all over the world
Highwire Coffee Roasters
2049 San Pablo AveGreat local coffee spot
Michelin Star restaurant and amazing bar 10 minutes away. The restaurant requires reservations, the bar is first come first serve.
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Commis
3859 Piedmont AveMichelin Star restaurant and amazing bar 10 minutes away. The restaurant requires reservations, the bar is first come first serve.
Famous Michelin Star restaurant in Berkeley, only 10 minutes away.
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Chez Panisse
1517 Shattuck AveFamous Michelin Star restaurant in Berkeley, only 10 minutes away.
Comal
2020 Shattuck AveDelicious Mexican food in Berkeley, only 10 minutes away.
Homeroom
400 40th StMac & Cheese everything.
Fun brunch or lunch spot, especially when it's sunny outside.
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NIDO's Backyard
104 Oak StFun brunch or lunch spot, especially when it's sunny outside.
Plan a day sampling delicious spirits including single malt whiskey, absinthe, and several gins, vodkas, brandies, and liqueurs. (The Gin is our favorite)
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St. George Spirits
2601 Monarch StPlan a day sampling delicious spirits including single malt whiskey, absinthe, and several gins, vodkas, brandies, and liqueurs. (The Gin is our favorite)
Almond and Oak
3311 Grand AveGreat brunch spot
Sister
3308 Grand AveCute dinner spot
Belotti Ristorante E Bottega
5403 College AveMägo
3762 Piedmont AveFriends & Family
Swanky date night spot (we love sitting at the bar)
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Bardo Lounge & Supper Club
3343 Lakeshore AveSwanky date night spot (we love sitting at the bar)
Bombera
Cute, Stylish Mexican Food Spot
Sightseeing
Cute walk to downtown Montclair + the Farmers Market
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Montclair Railroad Trail
1901-1903 Asilomar DrCute walk to downtown Montclair + the Farmers Market
Bridgeview Trail & Monterey Boulevard
Another great local redwood hike
Another great hike, with pretty valley views
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Skyline Gate Staging Area
8490 Skyline BlvdAnother great hike, with pretty valley views
If you're in town the first Sunday of the month, this is a real treat. You'll find amazing antiques and can explore for hours.
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Alameda Point Antiques Faire 1st Sunday Every Month
3900 Main StIf you're in town the first Sunday of the month, this is a real treat. You'll find amazing antiques and can explore for hours.