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The San Francisco East Bay's finest independent bookstore. Great place to spend some time if you love new and used books.
37 locals recommend
Walden Pond Books
3316 Grand AveThe San Francisco East Bay's finest independent bookstore. Great place to spend some time if you love new and used books.
Within walking distance just incase you forgot any basics or want to take advantage of one of their regular sales.
6 locals recommend
Gap
3277 Lakeshore AveWithin walking distance just incase you forgot any basics or want to take advantage of one of their regular sales.
Walgreens
2801 Adeline StFor toiletries and prescriptions.
CVS
3236 Lakeshore AveFor toiletries and prescriptions.
Gifts and artwork made in the Bay Area, local souvenirs, art classes, and art supplies.
6 locals recommend
Bay-Made
3295 Lakeshore AveGifts and artwork made in the Bay Area, local souvenirs, art classes, and art supplies.
Everything Else
Need some pampering. The foot spa offers many different treatments including foot reflexology and massage. I love the 75 minute combination - 25 minute foot reflexology and 50 minute full body massge.
8 locals recommend
Kume Spa
614 Grand AveNeed some pampering. The foot spa offers many different treatments including foot reflexology and massage. I love the 75 minute combination - 25 minute foot reflexology and 50 minute full body massge.
This Oakland landmark is absolutely beautiful. Great place to see a movie and a historic venue. Special organ performances before evening weekend shows.
382 locals recommend
Grand Lake Theater
3200 Grand AveThis Oakland landmark is absolutely beautiful. Great place to see a movie and a historic venue. Special organ performances before evening weekend shows.
Sightseeing
Every Saturday until 2 pm enjoy the best Farmer's Market in the bay area. Just a 5 minute walk.
197 locals recommend
Grand Lake Farmers Market
746 Grand AveEvery Saturday until 2 pm enjoy the best Farmer's Market in the bay area. Just a 5 minute walk.
Many different types of rental boating offered at the boat house. There is a 3.5 mile running, biking, walking trail around the lake.
751 locals recommend
Lake Merritt Amphitheater
Lake Merritt BoulevardMany different types of rental boating offered at the boat house. There is a 3.5 mile running, biking, walking trail around the lake.
San Francisco Bay Ferry is a public transit passenger ferry service in the San Francisco Bay. Easy departures from Jack London Square that take you to several destinations in San Francisco and through the bay.
73 locals recommend
San Francisco Bay Ferry station
10 Clay StSan Francisco Bay Ferry is a public transit passenger ferry service in the San Francisco Bay. Easy departures from Jack London Square that take you to several destinations in San Francisco and through the bay.
Space and Science Center, with exhibits, telescopes, a planetarium, and more, in the beautiful Redwoods Regional Park of Oakland.
122 locals recommend
Chabot Space & Science Center
10000 Skyline BlvdSpace and Science Center, with exhibits, telescopes, a planetarium, and more, in the beautiful Redwoods Regional Park of Oakland.
Situated in Oakland along the Oakland/Alameda estuary, Jack London Square is Oakland’s only publicly accessible mixed-use waterfront area and a well-known landmark since the mid-1800s. With its rich history as the heart of Oakland’s Port operations, Jack London Square is a historic working waterfront and is one of the Bay Area’s premier recreational, dining and commercial districts. Jack London Square offers a vibrant hub for outdoor recreation, events and the latest dining and entertainment options.
213 locals recommend
Jack London Square
472 Water StSituated in Oakland along the Oakland/Alameda estuary, Jack London Square is Oakland’s only publicly accessible mixed-use waterfront area and a well-known landmark since the mid-1800s. With its rich history as the heart of Oakland’s Port operations, Jack London Square is a historic working waterfront and is one of the Bay Area’s premier recreational, dining and commercial districts. Jack London Square offers a vibrant hub for outdoor recreation, events and the latest dining and entertainment options.
Essentials
A two minute walk for all of your food, drink, snacks and toiletries.
582 locals recommend
Trader Joe's
3250 Lakeshore AveA two minute walk for all of your food, drink, snacks and toiletries.
United States Postal Service
490 Lake Park AveSafeway
3747 Grand AveNational chain grocery store.
Food scene
Stunning mid century decor, creative menu and graciousn staff.
16 locals recommend
Bardo Lounge & Supper Club
3343 Lakeshore AveStunning mid century decor, creative menu and graciousn staff.
Great cocktails - try the house made tonic. Wonderful, creative small dishes and delicious pizza. Lively and "hip" atmosphere.
194 locals recommend
Sister
3308 Grand AveGreat cocktails - try the house made tonic. Wonderful, creative small dishes and delicious pizza. Lively and "hip" atmosphere.
MAMA Oakland serves a three-course dinner seven nights a week, designed to feel like suppers at your Italian grandmother’s house.
6 locals recommend
Mama
388 Grand AveMAMA Oakland serves a three-course dinner seven nights a week, designed to feel like suppers at your Italian grandmother’s house.
Wonderful Cuban restaurant and cafe with live Salsa band on Sundays.
54 locals recommend
CAÑA Cuban Parlor & Cafe
530 Lake Park AveWonderful Cuban restaurant and cafe with live Salsa band on Sundays.
Shakewell is known for its handcrafted cocktails, tapas style small plates and the wood-fired oven that turns out the fabulous Bomba rice paellas, flatbreads, and whole roasted fish.
73 locals recommend
Shakewell
3407 Lakeshore AveShakewell is known for its handcrafted cocktails, tapas style small plates and the wood-fired oven that turns out the fabulous Bomba rice paellas, flatbreads, and whole roasted fish.
Most delicious, and healthy, Asian fusion food ever tasted. Try the salt and pepper fish and the spicy canton noodles.
21 locals recommend
Lin Jia Asian Kitchen
3437 Lakeshore AveMost delicious, and healthy, Asian fusion food ever tasted. Try the salt and pepper fish and the spicy canton noodles.
Lakeshore Cafe
3257 Lakeshore AveGreat location for breakfast with front and back patio dining.
Wonderful dessert and savory crepes, as well as yummy breakfasts, sandwiches and salads.
15 locals recommend
Rolling Dunes
3331 Lakeshore AveWonderful dessert and savory crepes, as well as yummy breakfasts, sandwiches and salads.
Charming Thai restaurant offering a large menu of classic dishes in a bright-orange dining room.
44 locals recommend
Chai Thai Noodles
545 International BoulevardCharming Thai restaurant offering a large menu of classic dishes in a bright-orange dining room.
Lynn & Lu's Escapade Cafe
3353 Grand AveNice back patio dining area with good breakfasts.
Some of the best pizza around. Try the deep dish cornmeal crust! Also, delicious gluten free crust.
64 locals recommend
The Star on Grand
3425 Grand AveSome of the best pizza around. Try the deep dish cornmeal crust! Also, delicious gluten free crust.
Chipotle is an American chain of fast casual restaurants in the specializing in tacos and Mission-style burritos.
121 locals recommend
Chipotle Mexican Grill
3271 Lakeshore Ave Chipotle is an American chain of fast casual restaurants in the specializing in tacos and Mission-style burritos.
Cafe dishing varied preparations of fried and rotisserie chicken, plus crispy tofu in modern digs. Gluten free options available.
28 locals recommend
Proposition Chicken
3465 Market StCafe dishing varied preparations of fried and rotisserie chicken, plus crispy tofu in modern digs. Gluten free options available.
This outpost of a small chain features a menu of standard Indian entrees in a contemporary space.
7 locals recommend
Punjabi Tarka
3276 Lakeshore AveThis outpost of a small chain features a menu of standard Indian entrees in a contemporary space.
Locally owned and operated, turning out American comfort food, plus cakes and pies, since 1952.
8 locals recommend
Merritt Bakery
3355 E 18th StLocally owned and operated, turning out American comfort food, plus cakes and pies, since 1952.
Intimate and casual with a small outdoor seating are in the front. Try the chilaquiles and french toast.
117 locals recommend
Grand Lake Kitchen - Lake Merritt
576 Grand AveIntimate and casual with a small outdoor seating are in the front. Try the chilaquiles and french toast.
Aisle 5
3320 Grand AveA bustling neighborhood gastropub offering modern American fare, live music and local brews.
Sidebar
542 Grand AveGreat drinks and American fare. Awesome burger and chopped salad.
Popular Japanese eatery serving classic and creative sushi rolls, traditional entrees and bento boxes.
27 locals recommend
Mijori Japanese Restaurant
3260 Grand AvePopular Japanese eatery serving classic and creative sushi rolls, traditional entrees and bento boxes.
Bustling Greek place that prepares classic family-style dishes in a colorful, contemporary dining room.
12 locals recommend
Ikaros Greek Restaurant
3268 Grand AveBustling Greek place that prepares classic family-style dishes in a colorful, contemporary dining room.
The cuisine is California New American, focusing on a seasonality with a market-driven menu. The chef is from Oakland and has created a hip and groovy atmosphere. Beautiful kitchen and bar.
11 locals recommend
Almond and Oak
3311 Grand AveThe cuisine is California New American, focusing on a seasonality with a market-driven menu. The chef is from Oakland and has created a hip and groovy atmosphere. Beautiful kitchen and bar.
This kosher store features a butcher counter, a sizable wine cellar and a cafe serving deli fare.
Oakland Kosher Foods - Serving the San Francisco Bay Area
3419 Lakeshore AveThis kosher store features a butcher counter, a sizable wine cellar and a cafe serving deli fare.
Oldest coop in the country with the best pizza you will ever taste, house made breads and pastries, and daily homemade soup.
198 locals recommend
Arizmendi Bakery
3265 Lakeshore AveOldest coop in the country with the best pizza you will ever taste, house made breads and pastries, and daily homemade soup.
Great place to enjoy Happy Hour on the pier outside the restaurant right on Lake Merritt. Beautiful atmosphere indoors. Food is a bit pricey and not outstanding. You are paying for the view and the ambiance.
136 locals recommend
Lake Chalet
1520 Lakeside DrGreat place to enjoy Happy Hour on the pier outside the restaurant right on Lake Merritt. Beautiful atmosphere indoors. Food is a bit pricey and not outstanding. You are paying for the view and the ambiance.
Bar and Nightlife
A great selection of wines from around the world. Check for weekend special events like Sonoma and Napa vineyards hosting wine tastings.
42 locals recommend
Ordinaire Wine Shop & Wine Bar
3354 Grand AveA great selection of wines from around the world. Check for weekend special events like Sonoma and Napa vineyards hosting wine tastings.
Great neighborhood bar with an outdoor patio in the back. Try the house made tonic!
26 locals recommend
The Cat House
3255 Lakeshore AvenueGreat neighborhood bar with an outdoor patio in the back. Try the house made tonic!
Unique because they are open day and night and cater to an eclectic, diverse crowd.
56 locals recommend
Room 389
389 Grand AveUnique because they are open day and night and cater to an eclectic, diverse crowd.
Cash only, tight seating, friendly regulars. Music starts around 9 pm.
60 locals recommend
The Alley | Piano Bar & Restaurant
3325 Grand AveCash only, tight seating, friendly regulars. Music starts around 9 pm.
The Libertine
3332 Grand AveHip bar with Djs on the weekends.
This fun gastropub has wonderful outdoor seating in the front on Grand Avenue and on the back patio. They specialize in rare wines and beers and American cuisine bursting with international flavors.
15 locals recommend
The Grand Tavern
3601 Grand AveThis fun gastropub has wonderful outdoor seating in the front on Grand Avenue and on the back patio. They specialize in rare wines and beers and American cuisine bursting with international flavors.
This is a hip place with pool, pinball, Ms. Pacman, and a nice outdoor seating area in the back. Cheap beer and drinks.
52 locals recommend
Heart & Dagger Saloon
504 Lake Park AveThis is a hip place with pool, pinball, Ms. Pacman, and a nice outdoor seating area in the back. Cheap beer and drinks.
Coffee
Starbucks
3347 Lakeshore AveNice outdoor seating space in the front.
Berkeley-born chain featuring signature coffee, tea and blended drinks alongside baked goods. Big open space with local art.
259 locals recommend
Peet's Coffee
2124 Vine StBerkeley-born chain featuring signature coffee, tea and blended drinks alongside baked goods. Big open space with local art.
This place has been here a long time and is a community institution, hosting music and community events as well as serving up your favorite coffee drink.
8 locals recommend
The Coffee Mill
3363 Grand AveThis place has been here a long time and is a community institution, hosting music and community events as well as serving up your favorite coffee drink.