Guidebook for Oakland
Food Scene
Stay Gold Deli
2635 San Pablo AveAMAZING BBQ and sandwiches. Also great music and pinball
Top notch Mediterranean. Great veggie and non-veggie menu.
38 locals recommend
Wally's Cafe (Emeryville)
3900 San Pablo AveTop notch Mediterranean. Great veggie and non-veggie menu.
Carlos swears by this place—as do the lines of people every weekend. Awesome BBQ & sides!
21 locals recommend
Horn Barbecue
2534 Mandela ParkwayCarlos swears by this place—as do the lines of people every weekend. Awesome BBQ & sides!
Doyle Street Cafe
5515 Doyle StOur favorite brunch spot!
Aunt Mary's Cafe
4640 Telegraph AvenueOur second fave brunch spot - big wait on weekends, though -
Burma Superstar
4721 Telegraph AveSo, so, so good! Famous for their tea leaf salad
Twins Halal House & Bakery
2608 Market StTasty takeout
Millennium
5912 College AveVegan fine dining
Great reviews for the food & service at this local spot! Check the hours, though!
Magnolia Street Wine Lounge & Kitchen
3443 San Pablo AvenueGreat reviews for the food & service at this local spot! Check the hours, though!
The Wolf
3853 Piedmont AveFor a more upscale experience…
Palmetto
1900 Telegraph AvenueSpinning Dough
2935 Market StLanesplitter Pizza & Pub
2033 CA-123Zachary's Chicago Pizza
5801 College AveDelicious Chicago style deep dish & thin crust
Roam Artisan Burgers
1785 Union StSuper yummy burgers, sides & salads
Public Market Emeryville
5959 Shellmound StGiant food court
Honor Kitchen & Cocktails
1411 Powell StGreat local comfort food