Any place that has a Digital Underground poster hanging on it’s wall deserves respect. Hawker Fare serves up Southeast Asian…
Bustling pizzeria draws crowds with thin-crust pies, seasonal toppings, cocktails & communal tables. Hours Cafe Tue-Fri: 7am-2pm Sat & Sun…
So long Fillmore, all your shows are moving to the East Bay. The Fox Theater originally opened it’s doors in…
Tamarindo is a colorful restaurant in Old Oakland serving antojitos (small cravings) with an emphasis on traditional Mexican values of…
The Trappist serves up Belgian & specialty beer, plus meat & cheese plates, in a snug space in an 1870s…
Bakesale Betty serves up the best buttermilk chicken sandwich with a spicy slaw… and that’s pretty much it. Betty does…
You haven’t seen Oakland until you go to a raiders game. Also, did you know you can bring your dog…
The Oakland Metro Operahouse is a black box theater and performing arts center. I saw Black Flag there and got…
Opened in 1883 by Johnny Heinold as J.M. Heinold’s Saloon, this Historic Landmark looked much then as she does today….
Formerly a brothel, the Fat Lady offers an ambience that is warm, intimate and unique to the Bay Area. Their…
Pizzaiolo is a great choice for Italian. The lines can be long and reservations are recommended but the food is…
You may know it from San Francisco but we have one, too. Be sure to try the tea leaf salad….
Ben ‘n Nick’s Bar & Grill focuses on great pub food, local and hard to find beers & well-crafted cocktails….
Toast is a modern restaurant great for soaking in some afternoon sun over a flight of wine. They’re located within…
DUENDE is a collaboration between Chef Paul Canales and impresario Rocco Somazzi, born from a common passion for creative soulful…
Lake Merritt was the United States’ first official wildlife refuge, designated in 1870, and has been listed on the National…
Oakland’s very own tiki bar with custom blowfish lights and a great eclectic jukebox. Try the Kona Mai Tai or…
The Oracle Arena is the home of the Golden State Warriors and located in the Coliseum Industrial area. It was…
Looking for a delicious greyhound cocktail? A great place to spend time with good people and listen to good music….
NIMBY is an industrial workspace where artist and hobbyist can work on their own projects or collaborate with others. A…
Dry Ice Inline hockey Arena opened on December 11, 1995 to provide the Bay Area with a friendly place to…