Guidebook for Oakland
Food Scene
They have a great sampler plate -- perfect for trying Laotian food for first timers!
70 locals recommend
Champa Garden
2102 8th AveThey have a great sampler plate -- perfect for trying Laotian food for first timers!
This is a quick stop-n-go spot to pick up a tasty Vietnamese sandwich for $3-4! Favorite drink to pair is a can of soybean milk which you may find in the side fridge.
12 locals recommend
Cam Huong
702 International BlvdThis is a quick stop-n-go spot to pick up a tasty Vietnamese sandwich for $3-4! Favorite drink to pair is a can of soybean milk which you may find in the side fridge.
A great spot to eat a nice brunch in their back patio with a sweet Lake view. Less than a 5 minute walk away!
105 locals recommend
Portal Oakland
1611 2nd AveA great spot to eat a nice brunch in their back patio with a sweet Lake view. Less than a 5 minute walk away!
They have a great chicken salad sandwich and spicy cuban sandwich. Stop by to read the paper and sip on a nice cup of coffee. The employees are always sweet.
31 locals recommend
Woody's Cafe
1841 Park BlvdThey have a great chicken salad sandwich and spicy cuban sandwich. Stop by to read the paper and sip on a nice cup of coffee. The employees are always sweet.
This takes place every Saturday. There are food trucks, fresh produce, flowers, and crafts by local artisans. Bank of America just across the street if you forgot cash.
197 locals recommend
Grand Lake Farmers Market
746 Grand AveThis takes place every Saturday. There are food trucks, fresh produce, flowers, and crafts by local artisans. Bank of America just across the street if you forgot cash.
Homeroom
400 40th StEverything Mac & Cheese. Need I say more?
By far, my most favorite Vietnamese restaurant in Oakland. Their pho and springrolls are my go-to.
8 locals recommend
Tay Ho Oakland Restaurant & Bar
344 12th StBy far, my most favorite Vietnamese restaurant in Oakland. Their pho and springrolls are my go-to.
Aside from baked goods, they also sell thin-slice pizza. Ingredients change by the day and they might throw in an extra baby slice if you're lucky.
198 locals recommend
Arizmendi Bakery
3265 Lakeshore AveAside from baked goods, they also sell thin-slice pizza. Ingredients change by the day and they might throw in an extra baby slice if you're lucky.
Looking for a healthy, but hearty plate of goodness? This is your place. Foods chosen for the benefit of your gastro-microbial needs. Just ask for a regular or large plate, and they'll serve you their day's menu. They also carry organic wine if you feel like wine-ding down.
16 locals recommend
Shangri-La Vegan on Telegraph
4905 Telegraph AveLooking for a healthy, but hearty plate of goodness? This is your place. Foods chosen for the benefit of your gastro-microbial needs. Just ask for a regular or large plate, and they'll serve you their day's menu. They also carry organic wine if you feel like wine-ding down.
This Burmese food is on point! Everyone and their mama orders the Tea Leaf Salad. The waiter mixes it up at your table based on your spice preference and it's so darn good! Get there early if you want to avoid the long lines.
458 locals recommend
Burma Superstar
309 Clement StThis Burmese food is on point! Everyone and their mama orders the Tea Leaf Salad. The waiter mixes it up at your table based on your spice preference and it's so darn good! Get there early if you want to avoid the long lines.
Bustling pizzeria draws crowds with thin-crust pies, seasonal toppings, cocktails & communal tables. They also have a cafe side open in the mornings if you feel like a warm croissant and coffee.
194 locals recommend
Sister
3308 Grand AveBustling pizzeria draws crowds with thin-crust pies, seasonal toppings, cocktails & communal tables. They also have a cafe side open in the mornings if you feel like a warm croissant and coffee.
Parks & Nature
Take a stroll around the lake and check out the bird sanctuary. The perimeter is appx. 3.2 miles around. Be amongst the diversity Oakland is so proud of!
751 locals recommend
Lake Merritt Amphitheater
Lake Merritt BoulevardTake a stroll around the lake and check out the bird sanctuary. The perimeter is appx. 3.2 miles around. Be amongst the diversity Oakland is so proud of!
Less than 5 miles away, these trails offer plenty of shade and a variety of ways to wonder about.
373 locals recommend
Redwood Regional Park
7867 Redwood RoadLess than 5 miles away, these trails offer plenty of shade and a variety of ways to wonder about.
Arts & Culture
Check out their current exhibitions here: http://museumca.org/exhibitions
On Fridays after 6 pm, catch some music, food trucks, good vibes!
547 locals recommend
Oakland Museum of California
1000 Oak StCheck out their current exhibitions here: http://museumca.org/exhibitions
On Fridays after 6 pm, catch some music, food trucks, good vibes!
Every First Friday of the month, catch the more artistic side of Oakland. Open galleries, craft goods, live music, bars, and food trucks line the street. Hit up Korean Plaza (KP) for some street food!
64 locals recommend
First Fridays
2633 Telegraph AveEvery First Friday of the month, catch the more artistic side of Oakland. Open galleries, craft goods, live music, bars, and food trucks line the street. Hit up Korean Plaza (KP) for some street food!
Essentials
Everything you would expect to find in a grocery store is just across the street here at Luckys. Open 6 am to Midnight everyday.
183 locals recommend
Lucky
1750 Fulton StEverything you would expect to find in a grocery store is just across the street here at Luckys. Open 6 am to Midnight everyday.
Conveniently located a block away, this laundry mat is beautifully maintained-- a true neighborhood favorite! Grab a coffee next door at Woody's Cafe while you wait.
31 locals recommend
Woody's Cafe
1841 Park BlvdConveniently located a block away, this laundry mat is beautifully maintained-- a true neighborhood favorite! Grab a coffee next door at Woody's Cafe while you wait.
Walgreens
2801 Adeline StForgot your toothbrush? Hop across the street for any essentials!
Getting Around
Lake Merritt Station
800 Oak StThis is the nearest BART station. Appx 15 min walk away.
Sightseeing
Oakland Temple Visitors' Center
4766 Lincoln AveBeautiful view of Oakland and the Bay Bridge. Perfect at sunset!
Catch a glimpse of the moon and stars through their gigantic telescopes. They're open to the public on certain Friday/Saturday nights, free of charge.
122 locals recommend
Chabot Space & Science Center
10000 Skyline BlvdCatch a glimpse of the moon and stars through their gigantic telescopes. They're open to the public on certain Friday/Saturday nights, free of charge.
Drinks & Nightlife
Great music venue, iconic to the Uptown neighborhood. Catch a show, then hit up the bars next door
264 locals recommend
Fox Theater
1807 Telegraph AveGreat music venue, iconic to the Uptown neighborhood. Catch a show, then hit up the bars next door
Make Westing
1741 Telegraph AveThey've got booze and bocce ball. Need I say more?
Catch the latest game on their outdoor projector. Indoor and outdoor seating. And they serve yummy food!
67 locals recommend
Mad Oak Bar
135 12th StCatch the latest game on their outdoor projector. Indoor and outdoor seating. And they serve yummy food!