Guidebook for Oakland
Food Scene
This popular bagel spot features wood fired montreal style bagels, bagels sandwiches, and espresso drinks. We promise the line is worth it!
122 locals recommend
Beauty's Bagel Shop
3838 Telegraph AveThis popular bagel spot features wood fired montreal style bagels, bagels sandwiches, and espresso drinks. We promise the line is worth it!
The exposed brick interior and dimmed lighting makes this the perfect place to grab a cocktail and dig into refined Italian fare. Great for groups and families, Pizzaiolo excellently celebrates California's freshest flavors. On Wednesday nights in the summer, they screen classic movie nights until late in the evening.
237 locals recommend
Pizzaiolo
5008 Telegraph AveThe exposed brick interior and dimmed lighting makes this the perfect place to grab a cocktail and dig into refined Italian fare. Great for groups and families, Pizzaiolo excellently celebrates California's freshest flavors. On Wednesday nights in the summer, they screen classic movie nights until late in the evening.
Cholita Linda
4923 Telegraph AveGreat place to grab quality Mexican fare - great atmosphere!
Dona Tomas specializes in Mexican flavors from the Oaxaca region. It also has it's own bar where one can choose from an array of tequila and mezcal offerings. Their outdoor patio is a great way to spend a summer evening.
74 locals recommend
Doña Tomás
3770 Piedmont AvenueDona Tomas specializes in Mexican flavors from the Oaxaca region. It also has it's own bar where one can choose from an array of tequila and mezcal offerings. Their outdoor patio is a great way to spend a summer evening.
With it's outdoor patio facing the lake, Portal is a great place to enjoy classic American fare brunch.
105 locals recommend
Portal Oakland
1611 2nd AveWith it's outdoor patio facing the lake, Portal is a great place to enjoy classic American fare brunch.
Shakewell
3407 Lakeshore AveLively atmosphere with mediterranean flavors and interesting cocktails
Drinks & Nightlife
Thriving bar with large outdoor space and iconic Oakland redwoods. Lively crowd and great drink selection.
34 locals recommend
The Double Standard
2424 Telegraph AveThriving bar with large outdoor space and iconic Oakland redwoods. Lively crowd and great drink selection.
The Kingfish is an institution and a great place to watch a Warriors game. Grab a cheap beer and a bowl of popcorn and hang out for the rest of the night.
67 locals recommend
Kingfish Pub & Cafe
5227 Telegraph AveThe Kingfish is an institution and a great place to watch a Warriors game. Grab a cheap beer and a bowl of popcorn and hang out for the rest of the night.
The Avenue is funky and full of characters - great place to grab shots and some cheap beers.
18 locals recommend
The Avenue
4822 Telegraph AveThe Avenue is funky and full of characters - great place to grab shots and some cheap beers.
Fauna
1900 Telegraph AveThis Art Deco Bar is beautiful and serves well curated cocktails
If you're a beer aficionado, this is the place for you. Featuring 3 bars full of beer offerings from all around the world. Bartenders will chat all night about the alkaline and hop content. In the heart of beautiful old Oakland.
86 locals recommend
The Trappist
460 8th StIf you're a beer aficionado, this is the place for you. Featuring 3 bars full of beer offerings from all around the world. Bartenders will chat all night about the alkaline and hop content. In the heart of beautiful old Oakland.
Parks & Nature
Right up the street, grab a blanket and enjoy a picnic in this local park.
15 locals recommend
Mosswood Park
3612 Webster StRight up the street, grab a blanket and enjoy a picnic in this local park.
The lake is a popular spot to spend a weekend afternoon. A perfect 5k, it's great for a walk or a run with friends. Or simply grab a bottle of rose and enjoy watching the crowds go by.
751 locals recommend
Lake Merritt Amphitheater
Lake Merritt BoulevardThe lake is a popular spot to spend a weekend afternoon. A perfect 5k, it's great for a walk or a run with friends. Or simply grab a bottle of rose and enjoy watching the crowds go by.
Arts & Culture
The Oakland Museum features interactive California based exhibits and is a great place for children and adults. They also have a rather impressive modern collection. Adjacent to the lake and Oakland chinatown.
547 locals recommend
Oakland Museum of California
1000 Oak StThe Oakland Museum features interactive California based exhibits and is a great place for children and adults. They also have a rather impressive modern collection. Adjacent to the lake and Oakland chinatown.
Essentials
Walgreens
2801 Adeline StEntertainment & Activities
The New Parkway is a speakeasy style movie theater- playing new releases and classics, they serve quality bites and microbrews, all while allowing you to relax on couches and lazy boys.
156 locals recommend
The New Parkway Theater
474 24th StThe New Parkway is a speakeasy style movie theater- playing new releases and classics, they serve quality bites and microbrews, all while allowing you to relax on couches and lazy boys.