Guidebook for Oakland
Food Scene
Chai Thai Noodles
545 International BoulevardThey have amazing food!
Geta Japanese Restaurant
165 41st StSome would argue the best Sushi in Oakland.
Lake Chalet
1520 Lakeside DrGreat outdoor seating on Lake Merritt
Barney's Gourmet Hamburgers
1600 Shattuck AveGreat burgers in cute, downtown Piedmont.
Sol Food
903 Lincoln AveA Puerto Rican restaurant that serves delicious food.
This place has great brunch with a view, live music some nights, tasty happy hours, and good vibes.
105 locals recommend
Portal Oakland
1611 2nd AveThis place has great brunch with a view, live music some nights, tasty happy hours, and good vibes.
The Terrace Room Restaurant
1800 Madison StGreat view from the dining room.
10th & Wood
945 Wood StGreat, local, neighborhood restaurant.
Yoshi's Oakland
510 Embarcadero WestYoshi's is a restaurant with live music by notable musicians.
Grand Lake Kitchen - Lake Merritt
576 Grand AvePopular brunch spot near Lake Merritt.
CAÑA Cuban Parlor & Cafe
530 Lake Park AveBrunch, bar, music, & dancing.
Drake's Dealership
2325 BroadwayOutdoor seating and fire pits, drinks, & good food.
Home of Chicken & Waffles
444 Embarcadero WestOpen until 4 AM
Grand Lake Farmers Market
746 Grand AveA great way to spend Saturday morning.
Lynn & Lu's Escapade Cafe
3353 Grand AveGreat spot for breakfast on a busy weekend.
Drinks & Nightlife
Room 389
389 Grand AveRelaxed and diverse atmosphere.
The Layover
1517 Franklin StRelaxed bar with a dance floor and fun music.
Lost & Found Beer Garden
2040 Telegraph AvenueFood, drinks, games, and cool outdoor space.
Every first Friday in Oakland, Telegraph Ave. is closed off for street vendors, musicians, and artists of all kinds.
64 locals recommend
First Fridays
2633 Telegraph AveEvery first Friday in Oakland, Telegraph Ave. is closed off for street vendors, musicians, and artists of all kinds.
Entertainment & Activities
Grand Lake Theater
3200 Grand AveHistoric theater, $5 Movie Tuesdays.
Getting Around
BART station to take the train to San Francisco (no parking here).
69 locals recommend
19th St / Oakland station
1900 BroadwayBART station to take the train to San Francisco (no parking here).
Lake Merritt Station
800 Oak StTrain to San Francisco, free parking on the weekends.
MacArthur Station
555 40th StTrain to San Francisco, free parking on the weekends.
San Francisco Bay Ferry station
10 Clay StFerry to San Francisco
Parks & Nature
Joaquin Miller Park
3300 Joaquin Miller RdDecent hiking in the redwoods not too far from the city.
Low effort hike for amazing beach and rock cliff views!
103 locals recommend
Tennessee Valley Trailhead
591 Tennessee Valley RoadLow effort hike for amazing beach and rock cliff views!
Stinson Beach
Beautiful drive, relaxing, not too crowded beach.
Alameda Beach
2351 Shore Line DrDecent beach with great view of San Francisco and the Bay Bridge
Lake Chabot Regional Park
17600 Lake Chabot RdMore hiking trails not too far from the city.
Palomarin Trailhead
Beautiful hiking trails.
Lake Anza
Freshwater lake in the Berkeley hills.
Lake Merritt is about 3.6 miles around. It is a beautiful walk and is lined with many bars, restaurants, and shops.
751 locals recommend
Lake Merritt Amphitheater
Lake Merritt BoulevardLake Merritt is about 3.6 miles around. It is a beautiful walk and is lined with many bars, restaurants, and shops.
Morcom Rose Garden
700 Jean StBeautiful Rose Garden right around the corner!
Arts & Culture
Oakland Museum of California
1000 Oak St