Neeharika's Guidebook
Food scene
This is one of our go to’s! It’s a unique blend of Korean and Mexican food and the Cali burrito (with Habanero sauce I’d you can handle the spice) is def the go to!
32 locals recommend
Belly
1901 San Pablo AveThis is one of our go to’s! It’s a unique blend of Korean and Mexican food and the Cali burrito (with Habanero sauce I’d you can handle the spice) is def the go to!
Plenty
1825 San Pablo AveYummy salads and sandwiches do try for lunch!
Hip coffee house wirh amazing chocolate chip cookies and mochi donuts 🍩 !!
55 locals recommend
Farley's East
33 Grand AveHip coffee house wirh amazing chocolate chip cookies and mochi donuts 🍩 !!
The best bakery and breakfast spot in the hood. The chocolate eclairs, morning bun, and Gruyère pretzel bomb (ask for it heated) are all bomb. Also recommend their home fries and avocado toast!
25 locals recommend
Firebrand Artisan Breads
2343 BroadwayThe best bakery and breakfast spot in the hood. The chocolate eclairs, morning bun, and Gruyère pretzel bomb (ask for it heated) are all bomb. Also recommend their home fries and avocado toast!
The best green beans and hand pulled noodles in town — Chinatown to be more specific. This is a must try!
71 locals recommend
Shandong Restaurant
328 10th StThe best green beans and hand pulled noodles in town — Chinatown to be more specific. This is a must try!
Shinmai
1825-3 San Pablo AveShinmai had yummy ramen and is a hip scene with great drinks too!
One of the most iconic Oakland restaurants. Great for big groups and it’s cool bc it’s an old car dealership expertly converted into a beautiful courtyard with trees and fireplaces. Try the beer and fontina cheese pizza pie. Both are amazing.
165 locals recommend
Drake's Dealership
2325 BroadwayOne of the most iconic Oakland restaurants. Great for big groups and it’s cool bc it’s an old car dealership expertly converted into a beautiful courtyard with trees and fireplaces. Try the beer and fontina cheese pizza pie. Both are amazing.
Traveler advice
Getting around
Bart is the best way to get around, esp to SF & Berkeley
The Bart platform is just 3 mins door to door, making Bart one of the best ways to get around. Get a clipper card and keep reloading it via the app as you need. Recommend going to the real time departures website for the most up to date timing information. Remember Bart doesn’t go too late like other cities, with the final Bart being around or before midnight.