Pyeong Chang Tofu House is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Oakland.

1. Pyeong Chang Tofu House

8.8
4701 Telegraph Ave (at 47th St.), Oakland, CA
Korean Restaurant · Temescal · 49 tips and reviews

Kelly .Kelly 🍰: Most authentic Korean food in the Bay area. The best banchan ever. Must get the flat fish and soon dubu combo for $15.99

Fred S.Fred Stevens-Smith: Clearly one of the most authentic Korean restaurants in the Bay Area. Korean approved. Ignore the basics.

Eugene K.Eugene Kim: Favorite soondubu in the east bay. Good side dishes and authentic taste!

Zachary's Chicago Pizza is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Oakland.

2. Zachary's Chicago Pizza

9.1
5801 College Ave (at Oak Grove Ave), Oakland, CA
Pizzeria · Rockridge · 152 tips and reviews

Victor S.Victor Stuber: Stuffed pizza is pretty authentic and so good. I'm pretty sure they spray their pizza smell within a 2 block radius to lure you in.

SarahSarah: V authentic deep dish with a west coast flair. The carnitas pizza is sooo good.

Ally M.Ally M: Reminds me of Chicago! Authentic deep dish pizza - delicious! Be prepared to wait in line though

Cholita Linda is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Oakland.

3. Cholita Linda

9.3
4923 Telegraph Ave (at 49th St), Oakland, CA
Latin American Restaurant · Temescal · 97 tips and reviews

Mike W.Mike Winston: This place serves up an outstanding cubano sandwich. Tender meat, pressed nicely and spot on, authentic flavors. WinstonWanders.com

ClareClare: Super hipster, don’t go expecting anything authentic. The flavor was great. I tried one of every taco and don’t think I can pick a favorite but the tofu was cooked perfectly for the tofu tacos.

BommyBommy: Try 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.

Dareye Cafe is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Oakland.

4. Dareye Cafe

8.2
2504 Telegraph Ave (25th), Oakland, CA
Ethiopian Restaurant · Central Oakland · 7 tips and reviews

Lemat E.Lemat Ethiopia: Excellent customer service and authentic Ethiopian deliciousness! Love this place!

Tejash S.Tejash Shah: The most authentic and inexpensive Ethiopian food in the Bay Area!

Inderpreet S.Inderpreet Singh: Excellent vegan combo. They have the half plate during the First Friday's as well.

Chai Thai Noodles is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Oakland.

5. Chai Thai Noodles

8.7
545 International Blvd Ste B (at 6th Ave), Oakland, CA
Thai Restaurant · San Antonio · 41 tips and reviews

SFGateSFGate: The restaurant may not look like much on the outside, but with authentic Thai cuisine boasting bold, bright flavors, it's worth a visit. Try the pork leg stew and pork stir-fry. Read more.

Ashunda W.Ashunda Williams: Everything is fresh, delicious, and authentic. Try the pad kee mao. The flavor is amazing!

whitney N.whitney Nguyen: Shrimp And squid app is delicious light on the batter :)

Seoul Gom Tang is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Oakland.

6. Seoul Gom Tang

8.2
3801 Telegraph Ave (W. Macarthur Blvd.), Oakland, CA
Korean Restaurant · Mosswood · 27 tips and reviews

JonJon: Their kimchi (side dish) are really authentic!

Alyssa W.Alyssa W: delicious, authentic food all across the board. the bone broth soups were fantastic.

Dayyan L.Dayyan Lord: Super authentic!

Nido is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Oakland.

7. Nido

8.8
444 Oak Street (5th Street), Oakland, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Produce and Waterfront · 71 tips and reviews

Two B.Two Billz: Authentic Mexican fair. Enjoyed tostadas with a Victoria beer. Worth a visit.

Susy G.Susy García: El sabor es auténtico, los chilaquiles ricos y el huarache delicioso! El agua del día es muy buena también y el banco y negro (agua de horchata con cafe)

Eulalia S.Eulalia Stephenson: Delicious barbacoa tacos and quesadilla yummy! Service is always pleasant.

Duende is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Oakland.

8. Duende

8.1
468 19th St (at Broadway), Oakland, CA
Tapas Restaurant · Uptown · 50 tips and reviews

Keith S.Keith Smith: Any paella is good! Authentic and filling. Great tapas too - lived the cheese plate.

Tom A.Tom A: Paella! But try as many tapas as u can. They are authentic and delicious. Raw scallops in a pepper sauce drizzled with fried ? Delicious.

Tom A.Tom A: Every tapa we ate was delicious. Tried the vegetarian paella and we all we pleased

Beauty's Bagel Shop is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Oakland.

9. Beauty's Bagel Shop

9.0
3838 Telegraph Ave (btwn W MacArthur Blvd & 38th St.), Oakland, CA
Bagel Shop · Mosswood · 118 tips and reviews

Alan P.Alan Pursell: The best chicken apple sausage even if it's not authentic Montreal.

FM I.FM Islandgirl: Clean,well thought out space friendly staff.Now for the bagels: Finally!..the closest to a fresh, chewy and flavorful bagel right here! Mushroom breakfast topped lox&everything bagel. Get some to go!

Laughing SquidLaughing Squid: A much-anticipated Montreal style bagel shop. Well worth the wait...we've has their bagels and they are hands down the best around these parts. Say hi to Amy for us! Read more.

Tacos Mi Rancho is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Oakland.

10. Tacos Mi Rancho

9.2
1434 1st Ave (at 1st Av Pl), Oakland, CA
Food Truck · Merritt · 71 tips and reviews

Francisco N.Francisco Noriega: The tongue and carnival tacos where the best. I'm from Mexico, lived there most of my life, and these are pretty authentic! And they pretty cheap! Definitely recommend recommend!

Mr. IbeabuchiMr. Ibeabuchi: Great tasting asada and veggie tacos well seasoned and prepared.

Andrew H.Andrew Hao: Ask for the red AND green salsa, chips, and carrots and jalapeños. Otherwise you won't get it. Seriously, ask and ye shall receive.

Vientian Cafe is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Oakland.

11. Vientian Cafe

8.6
3801 Allendale Ave (at 38th Ave), Oakland, CA
Thai Restaurant · Allendale · 26 tips and reviews

Brian S.Brian Strauss: That is some authentic spiciness!

LJ Y.LJ Young: After coming here a few times I'm definitely hooked. Papaya Salad Lao Style medium is the way to go. Nam Kao is my all-time favorite! Sticky rice which you eat with your hands is a must!

Alex T.Alex Tenette: Really good kapiak esp if you're sick

A16 is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Oakland.

12. A16

8.2
5356 College Ave (btwn Bryant & Manila), Oakland, CA
Italian Restaurant · Rockridge · 29 tips and reviews

SFGateSFGate: The second outpost of Marina favorite A16, this Oakland spot is serving up a similarly excellent menu, including authentic Neapolitan pizzas, plus an amazing Italian wine list. Read more.

SherryJoonSherryJoon: Food & service were great. I loved the fried dough pizza ..delish! Try all the desserts. You can't go run.

Debbie L.Debbie Lee: fried dough pizza (need I say more?) with added pancetta and fried egg is a serious must! these people are pros :)

Arizmendi Bakery is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Oakland.

13. Arizmendi Bakery

9.3
3265 Lakeshore Ave (at Lake Park Ave), Oakland, CA
Bakery · Lakeshore · 74 tips and reviews

Amy B.Amy Bue: The corn cherry scones are one of the top bakery goods in the whole Bay Area. Not to be missed!

Rich N.Rich N.: Call ahead for your light bake pizza and finish it at home.

Alex R.Alex Roselle: grab a slice or four of their amazing pizza - different ingredients every day!

Telegraph Bar and Beer Garden is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Oakland.

14. Telegraph Bar and Beer Garden

8.9
2318 Telegraph Ave (at 23rd St), Oakland, CA
Beer Garden · Central Oakland · 43 tips and reviews

Frances R.Frances Rabbitt: Nice beer garden. Mac & cheese burger is delicious. They also make a solid tuna melt.

Joey C.Joey Combs: Ask yourself, do you like any of the following things: California beers on tap, bacon burgers, a place to play pool, and Star Wars Episode 1 Monopoly. If yes to any, you're in the right spot.

Jeanine S.Jeanine Shimatsu: Somehow always end up here at the end of first Friday. And the next day I always get messages on OKC telling me they saw me there..

i-Tea Bubble Tea & Smoothie is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Oakland.

15. i-Tea Bubble Tea & Smoothie

7.9
388 9th St #125A (at Webster St), Oakland, CA
Bubble Tea Shop · Chinatown · 22 tips and reviews

Josh W.Josh Wentz: best, authentic, bubble tea in oakland -nick lucid

Kaylen P.Kaylen Parker: White peach oolong tea was fabulous. The tapioca was made very well.

michael y.michael yang: State of the art and high quality, with large serving size. A little slow when they get crowded.