Guidebook for Alameda
Food Scene
Cafe Jolie
1500 Webster StPerfect place for Sunday brunch.
Great for a sandwich or just a cup of coffee. Cozy outdoor seating area in the back away from the street.
26 locals recommend
Wescafe
1518 Webster StGreat for a sandwich or just a cup of coffee. Cozy outdoor seating area in the back away from the street.
Best ice cream in the world? Why don't you go there and find out! This is a must-go place if you are an ice cream lover visiting Alameda.
31 locals recommend
Tucker's Super Creamed Ice Cream
1349 Park StBest ice cream in the world? Why don't you go there and find out! This is a must-go place if you are an ice cream lover visiting Alameda.
Drinks & Nightlife
Hip place to get a drink or a beer. Opens up to the street on warm days for people watching. Quirky events, including Karaoke if that is your thing.
30 locals recommend
Fireside Lounge
1453 Webster StHip place to get a drink or a beer. Opens up to the street on warm days for people watching. Quirky events, including Karaoke if that is your thing.
If you are a Tiki enthusiast you probably already know about this place. If not, it's still worth a visit to check out the decor and have a Rum drink.
71 locals recommend
Forbidden Island
1304 Lincoln AveIf you are a Tiki enthusiast you probably already know about this place. If not, it's still worth a visit to check out the decor and have a Rum drink.
Parks & Nature
Playground for the kids. Short walk to the beach with stunning views of the Bay and The City from the "other" side.
9 locals recommend
Washington Park
740 Central AvePlayground for the kids. Short walk to the beach with stunning views of the Bay and The City from the "other" side.
Shopping
Shopping center with a little bit of everything, Target, Safeway, pet shop, restaurants, ice cream. And In'n'Out Burger!
10 locals recommend
Alameda Landing
2600 – 2700 Fifth StShopping center with a little bit of everything, Target, Safeway, pet shop, restaurants, ice cream. And In'n'Out Burger!
Getting Around
Ferry to San Francisco and Pier 41 (next to Pier 39...)
By far the most enjoyable way to go from Alameda to downtown San Francisco or Pier 39. There is also a ferry to AT&T Park on game nights. Super convenient and you avoid the parking craze (and fees!) at the park. Be sure to check out the schedule since there is only one departure per night. https://sanfranciscobayferry.com/route/alameda/ballpark
41 locals recommend
Alameda Main Street station
2990 Main StFerry to San Francisco and Pier 41 (next to Pier 39...)
By far the most enjoyable way to go from Alameda to downtown San Francisco or Pier 39. There is also a ferry to AT&T Park on game nights. Super convenient and you avoid the parking craze (and fees!) at the park. Be sure to check out the schedule since there is only one departure per night. https://sanfranciscobayferry.com/route/alameda/ballpark