Guidebook for El Cerrito
Everything Else
This is the closest BART station from the house within walking distance.
89 locals recommend
El Cerrito Plaza station
6699 Fairmount AveThis is the closest BART station from the house within walking distance.
Tilden Park Merry Go Round
Lake Anza RoadWhat's not to like about a merry go round?
If you are visiting on a Sunday, I would recommend stopping by this neighborhood gem. Fresh flowers, prepared food and local produce. You may get lucky with local honey!
22 locals recommend
Kensington Farmers' Market
379-389 Colusa AveIf you are visiting on a Sunday, I would recommend stopping by this neighborhood gem. Fresh flowers, prepared food and local produce. You may get lucky with local honey!
Drinks & Nightlife
Mel-O-Dee Cocktails
240 El Cerrito PlazaFun location for Karaoke
A super local Italian style gem, on the water. Happy hour is nice there as well as the home made lasagne.
14 locals recommend
Salute e Vita Ristorante
A super local Italian style gem, on the water. Happy hour is nice there as well as the home made lasagne.
Essentials
Trader Joe's
225 El Cerrito PlazaSelf explanatory - easy for food and quick bites, new foods to try.
Food Scene
Just a short walk down the hill, to this great hidden gem of a place. I like to get the soft tacos, and the regular Chicken Burritos, with a Jarritos drink
Best Burritos
10390 San Pablo AveJust a short walk down the hill, to this great hidden gem of a place. I like to get the soft tacos, and the regular Chicken Burritos, with a Jarritos drink
In the old Ford Motor plant. Food and drink are great, plus the historic area adds to the locale.
28 locals recommend
Assemble Restaurant
1414 Harbour Way SIn the old Ford Motor plant. Food and drink are great, plus the historic area adds to the locale.
We love Yammy because the fish is fresh and service is great. Its close and usually can sit right away.
Yammy Sushi
195 PlazaWe love Yammy because the fish is fresh and service is great. Its close and usually can sit right away.
If you like Mexican eats, this is a must try. Order food at the counter and they bring it to your table. You won't regret this trip.
45 locals recommend
Picante
1328 Sixth StIf you like Mexican eats, this is a must try. Order food at the counter and they bring it to your table. You won't regret this trip.
An nice local neighborhood location to grab breakfast or coffee and a pastry.
19 locals recommend
FatApple's El Cerrito Restaurant and Bakery
7525 Fairmount AveAn nice local neighborhood location to grab breakfast or coffee and a pastry.
If you are on foot, stop by this location for a toasted bagel and a latte to go.
17 locals recommend
Well Grounded Tea & Coffee Bar
6925 Stockton AveIf you are on foot, stop by this location for a toasted bagel and a latte to go.
Sightseeing
The most beautiful, private location for a serene walk to see reflecting ponds, and the local flora. There are full time gardening staff usually working at maintenance on the property. Weekdays only
16 locals recommend
Blake Garden
70 Rincon RdThe most beautiful, private location for a serene walk to see reflecting ponds, and the local flora. There are full time gardening staff usually working at maintenance on the property. Weekdays only
Arts & Culture
Nothing like a bucket of beer and a bucket of balls to hit at the driving range.
495 locals recommend
Tilden Regional Park
2501 Grizzly Peak BlvdNothing like a bucket of beer and a bucket of balls to hit at the driving range.
This movie theater is more on the lounge side of comfort and watching a movie approach. Grab something to eat and enjoy a glass of wine or a beer here.
12 locals recommend
Cerrito Speakeasy Theater
10070 San Pablo AvenueThis movie theater is more on the lounge side of comfort and watching a movie approach. Grab something to eat and enjoy a glass of wine or a beer here.