Suggestions for Trendy places near Oakland

Emmy A. • March 21, 2013Fun trendy spot with rich, creamy foods and urban art. We had cheeseless mac n cheese, crab cakes, lettuce wraps, and calinari... All yummy. Nice ambience.

Dave Z. • January 4, 2019The fried rice is surprisingly good, and comes in app and entree portions. All of the ramen is tasty (and overpriced), but it’s a fun atmosphere with great drinks and a hip vibe.

J T. • April 25, 2017Pretty hip vibe. Not the best place to work, but it's still a nice place to hang out for a conversation or so some reading.

Mika • January 17, 2017Surprisingly trendy and great pastries

Maddie Mae • August 22, 2014Go now before it gets too trendy.

SFGate • January 21, 2015You won't find typical tacos and enchiladas on the menu, but the food is soulful and comforting -- every element is considered. The interior is plain, but stylish.

Frances R. • June 4, 2017Nice beer garden. Mac & cheese burger is delicious. They also make a solid tuna melt.

Barak • September 16, 2014Fantastic restaurant. Ordered the Forbidden Black Rice Cake as entree. Hip place with amazing vegan food.

Barry R. • October 14, 2016Goat cheese and herb omelet was outstanding! And, good coffee.

lorraine d. • October 13, 2013Hip place with great coffee - all shots are double and a cool barber shop, jewelry stores, crafts, and touch of Berkeley. Love it here!

Emmy A. • June 19, 2013Trendy, diverse crowd. The margaritas are too sour but the mojitos are perfect. Ambient, groovy DJ on Tuesday, usually some noms to be had. Great week night meet-up spot overall.

SherryJoon • June 12, 2013Food & service were great. I loved the fried dough pizza ..delish! Try all the desserts. You can't go run.

Ashley M. • October 24, 2015The coffee is alright. They use pacific almond milk, which tastes horrible. They use sight glass and serve vegan pastries. They're hip, so I can't really complain.

Silpa S. • November 4, 2017Everything! Went here with a group & we had a blast. Favorite things: ceviche, fries with curry, whole fish fry and spicy tofu. I didn't try the meatballs but other people were raving about it.

Melon L. • April 15, 2017Trendy and cute but food is underwhelming and perhaps under salted.

Bommy • September 30, 2018Try every taco. Fish taco and carne asada tacos are the best. Don't forget to get the really fresh-tasting guacamole! Recommend sitting in the rear outdoor patio.

Tyler T. • March 4, 2019Very cool patio area with the Redwood tree. Cool bar!

Todd B. • May 6, 2017A fantastic Tapas restaurant. Excellent food, wine and service.

Bob T. • August 21, 2018Great coffee and super customer service. The location in a modern shipping container makes Equator Coffee a trendy addition to Oakland. Look for Equator Coffee in SFO too.

Joseph P. • November 5, 2009Do yourself a favor and book a counter seat by the open kitchen. It makes for a great date night to watch their craft in action while enjoying the results!

Jane • February 27, 2011Order crabballs and split crab and meatballs. Awesome surf and turf.

Angie C. • March 14, 2021Bun Lo Lac Aka Hue Dumplings have an amazing texture and flavor

Keith S. • February 18, 2019Great drinks! Fun neighborhood type bar

Mrs. F. • April 15, 2014District is: Sexy. Urban. Hip. Loungey. Chic. Comfy. Welcoming. Groovy. Well-appointed.

Melz C. • January 19, 2016Best Asada in Oakland