Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Old Oakland, Oakland

Brian S. • February 12, 2020A double ristretto shot and a tahini chocolate chip cookie for the win.

Brian S. • February 12, 2020Diggin the kale salad and the Big Sur Melt (grilled cheese with gulf shrimp).

Vihang M. • July 17, 2022Outstanding beers! All around amazing Belgians, Sours and IPAs. Couldn’t be happier that they opened up in Oakland!

Joseph B. • July 18, 2018Cookie ice cream sandwich. Guinness ice cream. Cinnamon crunch ice cream.

Kait G. • May 13, 2016Food court / incubator in Oakland. Get the oysters at The Cook and Her Farmer, the split-pea fritters at Miss Ollie's, the wild shrimp tacos at Cosecha, and the matcha affogato at B-Dama.

Jackie L. • May 8, 2016Sandwiches here are worth every penny. I recommend trying out the weekly special if you're ever curious!

Paul G. • October 9, 2016Fish and carnitas! Delicious! Friendly service too.

Derek T. • March 2, 2021Best Detroit style pizza in the Bay Area.

Adrian P. • December 3, 2015Get the fried chicken skillet. The chicken is fantastic & comes with a pretty spicy hot sauce. Also greens and potato salad. The cornmeal fritters are also a sweet and delicious way to start your meal

Austin W. • October 26, 2021Get the spicy fried chicken. So good! Includes a side of ranch for dipping.

Scott R. • December 15, 2016A unique Japanese tasting menu in the heart of Oakland. Not afraid to take risks and surprise you. Fish is flown in from Japan and fresh wasabi grown in Oregon shines.

joanne • July 16, 2017adorable juice bar in the courtyard adjacent to the housewives market. freshly squeezed juices, smoothies, acai bowls, all well priced for the quality. entire shop is free of gluten. awesome folks.

Dorothy D. • July 31, 2020Gorgeous roof top spot that has great views of the old jail, Mexicali Rose and 880! Drinks are pretty good too!

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

Brian S. • October 10, 2022Delicious espresso! A good way to wrap up a big meal at Swan’s market.

josh s. • November 11, 2011Awesome tamales, phenomenal chips and the best chile relleno burrito in the USA. Love it!!

Liz P. • February 17, 2019Perfect little breakfast bites. The homemade jams, giant latte bowls and Eggs Benedict are all good but I think everything is good - it’s hard to choose

Justin S. • September 6, 2015Huge portions. A friendly staff. A great setting on the deck in the shade in Preservation Park. Get there between 11:30 and 12 ahead of the lunch rush.

Fernando Augusto L. • July 11, 2021Can't go wrong with the fat noodles!

Niharika K. • June 7, 2018Best gelatos in town! Try the Creme brulee and white pistachio!

Ryan B. • December 11, 2016Good drinks and small plates. Nice big TVs for sports. I miss the neighborhood style of GO Bar (predecessor), but this place cleans up well.

Ann M. • December 29, 2012Best sparkling wine I've ever had!!

Mario G. • December 22, 2013If you love hip hop... ? Nice intimate spot for music, drinks & socializi

Molly C. • December 27, 2013Chicken tikka masala is delicious! Try it with the chickpea bread!

G Emmanuel H. • August 15, 2019Great curry and onion bread