Guidebook for Oakland
Essentials
247 E 18th St
247 East 18th StreetSupermarket
Great Organic fruits and vegetables, large selection of staples and gourmet items. And yes, they have 2 Buck-Chuck (Very good low priced wine)
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Trader Joe's
3250 Lakeshore AveGreat Organic fruits and vegetables, large selection of staples and gourmet items. And yes, they have 2 Buck-Chuck (Very good low priced wine)
Everything Else
301 E 18th St
301 East 18th StreetPharmacy, also drive through. 510-271-0103
3348 Lakeshore Ave
3348 Lakeshore AvenueBank
ATM
504 Lake Park AveBank of America
211 Foothill Blvd
211 Foothill BoulevardClosest Laundramat
1841 Park Blvd
1841 Park BoulevardLaundromat with adjacent cafe with Wifi
1301 Clay St
1301 Clay StreetDowntown Post Office.
490 Lake Park Ave
490 Lake Park AvenueBranch of Post Office.
Drinks & Nightlife
Good food, opened late, custom beers and family friendly, lots of vegetarian choices, nice outdoor seating with heat lamps and lake view. Closed Mondays.
1611 2nd Ave
1611 2nd AvenueGood food, opened late, custom beers and family friendly, lots of vegetarian choices, nice outdoor seating with heat lamps and lake view. Closed Mondays.
Food Scene
Perfect 15 minute stroll to a fancy dinner or deluxe drinks on the lake. Don't miss Taco Tuesdays!
1520 Lakeside Dr
1520 Lakeside DrivePerfect 15 minute stroll to a fancy dinner or deluxe drinks on the lake. Don't miss Taco Tuesdays!
446 E 12th St
446 East 12th StreetAll local sporting events on all the time. Great Mexican food and good margaritas.
290 E 18th St
290 East 18th StreetClosest Subway sandwiches
Cuban cafe and parlor. Jammed all weekend with live music and dancing!! !510-832-1515
530 Lake Park Ave
Lake Park AvenueCuban cafe and parlor. Jammed all weekend with live music and dancing!! !510-832-1515
They are there when you need them. Not healthy, but Delicious, and always crowded. Get the plate with rice & beans, 11 am till LATE!
1414 1st Ave
1414 1st AvenueThey are there when you need them. Not healthy, but Delicious, and always crowded. Get the plate with rice & beans, 11 am till LATE!
Rockin Crawfish
211 Foothill BlvdLouisiana Style with an Oakland Vietnamese twist!
Really good coffee, just a block away! Friendly, family run place.
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Akat Cafe Kalli
1603 2nd AveReally good coffee, just a block away! Friendly, family run place.
Sightseeing
Beautiful art-deco movie house with cool historical projectors on display. An independent movie house treasure.
3200 Grand Ave
3200 Grand AvenueBeautiful art-deco movie house with cool historical projectors on display. An independent movie house treasure.
Interactive California history and science museum, along with excellent art museum. Just a 10 minute stroll from my studio.
1000 Oak St
1000 Oak StreetInteractive California history and science museum, along with excellent art museum. Just a 10 minute stroll from my studio.
568 Bellevue Ave
568 Bellevue AvenueRent paddle boats, sail boats, or kayaks.
2121 Harrison St
2121 Harrison StreetOakland cathedral of the Roman Catholic Church. Stunning modern architecture.
666 Bellevue Ave
666 Bellevue AvenueA seven-acre collection of themed gardens, opened daily 9am - 5:30pm.
Shopping
238 E 18th St
238 East 18th StreetFun thrift store
1601 2nd Ave
1601 2nd AvenueReally cute vintage and vintage-style treasures.
Entertainment & Activities
699 Bellevue Ave
699 Bellevue AvenueThe first themed amusement park in the US, for young children.