Guidebook for Oakland
Food Scene
Ramen Shop
5812 College Ave1 block to the best ramen; expect a wait, but it's worth it.
Highwire Coffee Roasters
2049 San Pablo AveGood coffee, good people--in Market Hall
Pizzaiolo
5008 Telegraph AveBeautiful pizza and pasta. Not cheap but delicious.
Mmmmm, sandwiches. Great lunch spot. Same owners as Wood Tavern, next door.
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Southie
6311 College AveMmmmm, sandwiches. Great lunch spot. Same owners as Wood Tavern, next door.
Homey food with a Japanese twist + warm service and delicious cocktails. One of my favorites.
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Hopscotch
1915 San Pablo AveHomey food with a Japanese twist + warm service and delicious cocktails. One of my favorites.
Don't be intimidated by the line down the block, it moves fast and the fried chicken sandwich is worth it.
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Bakesale Betty
5098 Telegraph AveDon't be intimidated by the line down the block, it moves fast and the fried chicken sandwich is worth it.
Everything Else
Temescal Alley
Temescal AlleyFun super hip hidden shopping area.
European-style market: produce, butcher, cheese, wine, flowers. :)
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Market Hall Produce
5655 College AveEuropean-style market: produce, butcher, cheese, wine, flowers. :)
Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy
925 Cole StPharmacy nearby, just in case.
Essentials
Trader Joe's
3250 Lakeshore AveAlways good to have a TJ's a block away.