Ultimate Oakland Guide: Eat, Drink, Do
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Ultimate Oakland Guide: Eat, Drink, Do
Alexis M.
Oakland is the city east of the SF Bay, often overlooked and misunderstood. It has a deep, complicated history and culture, but I have come to embrace and appreciate Oakland's diversity, where people of all different professions, skin colors, and economic backgrounds live. Not to mention, they have an absolutely incredible food scene, and plenty to see and do – which I have covered in detail in this guide.
As a devoted food enthusiast and a resident of this vibrant city, my expertly curated city guide reveals my top 100 spots in the Oakland area. It covers where to eat, drink, and what to do.
Eat
--Bagels & Bakeries
--High end Dining Restaurants
--Contemporary Casual Restaurants
--Fast Casual Restaurants
--Brunch
--Desserts
Drink
--Boba, Coffee & Tea
--Bars
--Breweries
Do
--Top activities in the Emeryville/Berkeley/Oakland area
Stuck on what to order? I've included by food recommendations for each restaurant. I have already meticulously scrolled through Yelp to recommend you the must-try dishes.
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Bagels & Bakeries
Boichik Bagels
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Ambiance: Sidewalk wait for vegan, kosher, and New York-style bagels that was named one of the best bagels in California by the New York Times,
My recommendation: The Classic on an Everything Bagel
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Poppy Bagels
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Ambiance: Creative and instagrammable open-face bagel sandwiches in an orange accented poppy themed store.
My recommendation: Lox bagel
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Berkeley Bagels
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Ambiance: Counter service bagles that have various options from bagel dogs, bagel sandwiches, sandwiches, salads, fruit, desserts, and espresso drinks.
Tip: Bring cash
My recommendation: The Works Egg Bagel
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Fournée Bakery
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Ambiance: Sidewalk wait for the BEST pastries cooked fresh daily.
My recommendation: Egg & Ham Roll, Chocolate Almond Croissant, Morning Bun (honestly everything is amazing)
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La Farine Boulangerie Patisserie
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Ambiance: Authentic French bakery with an array of aromatic breads, croissants, and dough pastries.
My recommendation: Fruit tarts, morning bun (warmed up)
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Bake Sum
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Ambiance: Asian inspired pastry shop with a monthly rotating menu of innovative pastries.
My recommendation: Okonomiyaki Danish, Croissubi
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Alexis M.
Hello! My name is Alexis and I am based in Nashville, TN although I grew up in the Bay Area, CA. As an eye doctor with a wanderlust spirit, I invite you to discover the wonders of the world through your own eyes. As a seasoned traveler, I seek to immerse myself into the customs, traditions, and histories that shape a place. I have found that this has given me the ability to unearth extraordinary stays, explore local culinary scenes, and unveil the hidden gems and best-kept secrets of each destination.
My travel guides go far beyond the generic tourist hotspots, offering an insider's perspective and granting access to offbeat attractions, authentic local experiences, and lesser-known but captivating locations.
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DESTINATION(S) COVERED
Oakland, CA, USA
Berkeley, CA, USA
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