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 FoodAIR Modern yet casual, downtown location with a hip and interesting clientele. 492 - 9th St., 510-444-2377, W-Sa 5p-2a Mapquest Map www.airoakland.com   Atrium Lounge Full-service bar in the Oakland Marriott. 1001 Broadway, 510-451-6190, Mapquest Map B Restaurant It's all about fresh and family! California Cuisine - All Organic. 499 - 9th St., 510-251-8770, Tu-F 11:30a-2:30p, 4:30-10p, Sa 5:30-10p, Su 10:30a-2:30p, 5-9p Mapquest Map www.boxedfoodscompany.com  Barnes & Noble Café A book, a latte and a scone — heaven in Jack London Square. 98 Broadway, 510-272-0120, Mapquest Map  Bay Fung Tong Chinese food. 1916 Franklin St., 510-832-3298, Daily Lunch and Dinner. Mapquest Map Bocanova A Pan-American menu that blends culinary currents from Europe and the Americas while using the best and freshest local ingredients. 55 Webster St., (Jack London Square) 510-444-1233 M-Th 11:30-3p; 5:30-10p; Fr & Sa 11:30-3p; 5:30-11p; Su 11:30-3p; 5:30-9:30p. Bar bites daily 3-5:30p. Mapquest Map www.bocanova.com Breads of India High quality ingredients used to create health-conscious classic cuisine from India. 948 Clay St, 510-834-7684, Daily 11:30a-2:30p and 5:30-9:30p Mapquest Map Brek's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge American food, cocktails and live entertainment. 581 - 5th St., 510-839-0633, Tu-Sa 6-10p Mapquest Map     Buffet Fortuna Dim Sum and seafood restaurant offering Cantonese-style dishes. 800 Broadway, 510-839-1688, Daily 9:30a-3p, 5-9:30p Mapquest Map Caffé 817 Simple and elegant-legendary coffees, breakfast and lunch. 817 Washington St., 510-271-7965, M-F 7:30a-4p, Sa 8a-3p Mapquest Map Caffé Verbena Classy after-work bar and upscale California-Italian eatery. Available for special events. Jazz. 1111 Broadway, 510-465-9300, M-F 11:30a-10p, Sa 5p-10p Mapquest Map www.caffeverbena.com Chabot Space and Science Center Premier world-class science center featuring IMAX Theater. 10000 Skyline Dr., 510-336-7300, W-Th 10a-5p, F-Sa 10a-10p, Su 11a-5p Mapquest Map www.chabotspace.org Chef Edwards Authentic Barbecue and Soul Food restaurant. 1915 San Pablo Ave., 510-834-9516, Tu-Th 11a-8pm, F-Sa 11a-10p Mapquest Map www.ChefEdwardsBBQ.com Children's Fairyland Younger children will enjoy this enchanting 3-D fantasy world where popular nursery rhymes come to life. Bellevue Ave & Grand, (Lakeside Park) 510-238-6876, Check website for hours. Mapquest Map www.fairyland.org Chinatown Bustling Asian shopping, dining and cultural mecca. Broadway & Alice, to 7th & 13th sts., Mapquest Map Chop Bar In Oakland's Jack London Square neighborhood serving breakfast, lunch and dinner using the finest ingredients found in the Bay Area. 247 4th St., #111, 510.834.CHOP (2467) M-F 7a-3p, Tu-Th 5:30-10p, F 5:30-11p, Sa 9a-3p & 5:30-11p, Su 9a-3p & 6-8:30p; Happy Hour Tu-F 4:30-6p Mapquest Map www.oaklandchopbar.com City Center Beautiful urban business center featuring shops, restaurants and an extensive events schedule. Broadway & Clay to 12th & 14th sts., 510-628-8490, Mapquest Map www.oaklandcitycenter.com Club 21 Funk, Soul, R&B, Hip-Hop and Latin. Predominantly LGBT. 2111 Franklin St., 510-269-9425 4-8p Happy Hour, Hours vary Mapquest Map www.club21oakland.com/index_main.php Club Anton Oakland's premier Latin club. Tapas and Latin music. 428 - 3rd St., 510-463-0165, Th-Sa 7p-2a Mapquest Map www.clubanton.com Encuentro Cafe and Wine Bar Organic vegetarian and vegan cuisine with organic wine and beer by the glass. 202 Second St., 510-832-9463 M-Sa 5-10p Mapquest Map www.encuentrooakland.com Everett & Jones BBQ Real barbecue, real music, real good time! 126 Broadway, 510-663-2350, M-Th 11a-10p, F-Sa 11-1a, Su 12-10p Mapquest Map www.eandjbbq.com  Fentons Creamery A historic 1920's homemade ice creamery and restaurant. 4226 Piedmont Ave., 510-658-7000, Daily 11a, Su-Th till 11p, F-Sa till 12a Mapquest Map www.fentonscreamery.com Frank Ogawa Plaza Restaurants, shops, public events, historic Oakland City Hall. 14th & Broadway, Mapquest Map Golden Lotus Chinese, Vietnamese, Vegeterian. 1301 Franklin St., 510-893-0383, Mapquest Map www.goldenlotusveggie.com Gourmet Delight Seafood Restaurant Traditional Cantonese food. Listed in the East Bay Express’ “Best of the East Bay” for Liveliest Live Seafood. 701 Webster St., 510-832-7661, M-Su 9a-3p, 5-10p Mapquest Map Grand Lake Theater Modern movie-going in a classic movie palace. Hear the “Mighty Wurlitzer” live before select Friday and Saturday evening screenings. 3200 Grand Ave., 510-452-3556, Daily 12p-12a Mapquest Map www.RRFilms.com Grand Oaks Grill Available for parties. 736 Washington St., 510-452-1258, M-Th 11:30a-2p, M-Sa 5:30-9p Mapquest Map Grand Oaks Grill Full-service restaurant, available for parties. American/California. 736 Washington St., 510-452-1258, M-Th 11:30a-2p, M-Sa 5:30-9p Mapquest Map Hahn's Hibachi Fresh stir-fry hibachi cooking. 63 Jack London Square, 510-628-0717, Daily Lunch & Dinner Mapquest Map Hibiscus Modern Carribean/Creole cuisine 1745 San Pablo Ave., (at 18th St.) 510-444-2626 Su, M, W-Th 5:30-10p; F & Sa 5:30-11p; Tu closed Mapquest Map www.hibiscusoak.com Huynh Vietnamese Cuisine Fine Vietnamese food served in a contemporary setting. 381 - 15th St., 510-832-5238, M-F 11a-3p & 5-9p, Sa 5-9p Mapquest Map www.huynhrestaurant.com Ichiro Japanese Sushi Bar Fresh sushi and sushi combos with miso soup. 412 - 15th St., 510-452-1994, M-Th 11:30a-2:30p & 5-9p, F 11:30a-2:30p & 5-10p, Sa 5-10p Mapquest Map Il Pescatore Ristorante Northern Italian seafood restaurant, and waterfront bar with Estuary view. 31 Webster St., (Jack London Square), 510-465-2188, M-F 11:30a-10p, Sa 11a-10p, Su 10:30a-9p Mapquest Map www.ilpescatoreristorante.com It's A Grind Coffee House Specializing in high-quality coffee and exceptional service in an atmosphere filled with Jazz and Blues. 555 - 12th St. #105, 510-268-9902, M-F 6a-8p, Sa-Su 7a-6p Mapquest Map Jack London Square A dynamic destination buzzing with restaurants, specialty shops, a waterfront hotel, entertainment, recreation and outdoor markets. Check website for events and activities. 98 Broadway Foot of Broadway, 1-866-295-9853, Restaurants M-Su 11a-10p, Stores 11a-6p Mapquest Map www.jacklondonsquare.com Jack London Square Farmers' Market Fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers, baked goods and the Oakland Artisan Marketplace along the waterfront. 98 Broadway Foot of Broadway, Su 10a-2p Mapquest Map www.jacklondonsquare.com Jack London Stadium 9 State-of-the-art, nine-screen movie theater. 100 Washington St., 510-433-1320, Daily 11a-12a Mapquest Map www.Regmovies.com Jahva House Pastries, sandwiches, blended drinks. Spoken Word and Poetry. 1428 Alice St., 510-836-5282, M-F 7a-6p, F-Su 8a-6p, Cash only Mapquest Map Kai's Japanese Great sushi and Japanese cuisine. 801 Washington St., 510-893-5247, Daily Lunch & Dinner Mapquest Map www.oldoakland.org Kimball's Carnival Entertainment, good food and billiards. An appetizer menu featuring Southern classics to satisfy your hunger. 522 - 2nd St., 510-444-6401, Open M-Sa, Hours vary Mapquest Map www.kimballscarnival.com Kincaid's Bayhouse Jumpin' waterfront meeting place. Superb steaks and fresh seafood. 1 Franklin St., (Jack London Square), 510-835-8600, M-F 11a-5p, Sa 11a-4p, M-Th 5-9:30p, F-Sa 4-10:30p, Su 11a-9p, Brunch 11a-2p Mapquest Map www.kincaids.com La Borinquena Mex-icatessen & Specialty Shop A Mexican culinary complex. 582 - 7th St., 510-444-9954, M-Th 9:30a-5:30p, F-Sa 9a-6p Mapquest Map www.tamalegirl.com La Furia Chalaca The food is comfortable and easy! Peruvian Cuisine. 310 Broadway, 510-451-4206, M-Th 11a-3p, 5-10p, F-Sa 11a-11p, Su 11a-9p, F-Sa Latin and Jazz Mapquest Map www.furiachalaca.com Le Cheval Restaurant Fabulous Vietnamese restaurant. 1007 Clay St., 510-763-8495, Daily Lunch & Dinner Mapquest Map Legendary Palace Dim Sum and Seafood Teahouse. 708 Franklin St., 510-663-9188, Daily 8-12a Mapquest Map Liege Spirits Lounge Offering an extensive selection of spirits and brews, specialty crafted cocktails and a unique, regionally inspired menu of tapas and fondues. 481 9th St., in Old Oakland, 510-835-4343 Tu-Fr 4:30p-2a; Sa 6p-2a; Su 6p-1a Mapquest Map www.liegeoakland.com Luka's Taproom & Lounge This hotspot has a full bar with 16 beers on tap and specialty cocktails that will tame your thirst. Rotating art in downtown’s hottest taproom. Restaurant features a menu inspired by the brasseries of France and Belgium 2221 Broadway, 510-451-4677, M-F 11:30-2a, Sa 5:30p-2a, Su 5:30p-12a Mapquest Map www.lukasoakland.com Mama Buzz Café Original coffee house of the Uptown. Breakfast, lunch, bages, Vegetarian. Sustainable, organic and Fair Trade. Beer Patio, Free Wi-Fi, live music and your First Amendment Rights. 2318 Telegraph Ave., 510-465-4073 M-F 7:30a-9p, Sa-Su 9a-9p Cash only Mapquest Map www.mamabuzzcafe.com Max's Diner & Bar Bad place for a diet, a good place for a diet. A great place to share a drink with friends. We have it all! 500-12th St., (City Center), 510-451-6297, M-F 11:30a-7p Mapquest Map Maxwell's A great place for fun! Caribbean and Southern cooking. Martinis & A Movie every W with free movie screening. Live Music F and Club Maxwell Sa. R&B, Jazz, Neo-Soul, World Music. 341 - 13th St., 510-839-6169, W-Th 5p-12a; F-Sa 5p-2a; Sunday Brunch 10a-3p; Sunday Dinner 5-9p Mapquest Map www.maxwellslounge.com Mexicali Rose Great Mexican food. 701 Clay St., 510-451-2450, Daily 10-1:30a Mapquest Map Miss Pearl's Jam House There's always something going on at Miss Pearl's. Cajun-Creole cuisine. 1 Broadway, (Jack London Square), 510-444-7171 Mapquest Map www.misspearlsjamhouse.com/ New Gold Medal Restaurant Extensive Cantonese menu. 389 - 8th St., 510-465-1940, Daily Lunch & Dinner Mapquest Map New World Vegetarian All vegan with respect for life. Free of egg, MSG and animal products. 464 - 8th St., 510-444-2891, Su-Th 11a-9p, F-Sa 11a- 9:30p Mapquest Map Oakland Asian Cultural Center The Pan-Asian cultural center of the Bay Area with rentals for weddings, banquets and meetings. 388 - 9th St. # 290, 510-637-0455, Tu-Sa 10a-5p Mapquest Map www.oacc.cc Oakland Grill Breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch. Voted top 100 restaurants in USA. 301 Franklin St., 510-835-1176, Daily Mapquest Map Oakland Ice Center Public skating, birthday parties, hockey, group events and figure skating. Call for public hours. 519 - 18th St., 510-268-9000, Mapquest Map www.oaklandice.com Oakland Museum of California Devoted to the arts, environment and history of California. Available for private events. 1000 Oak St., 510-238-2200, Hours vary Mapquest Map www.museumca.org Oakland Zoo Home to more than 440 native and exotic animals. 9777 Golf Links Rd., 510-632-9525, Daily 10a-4p Mapquest Map www.oaklandzoo.org Oasis Restaurant & Bar American Lunch, West African Dinner, Reggae, R&B, Funk and House music. 135 - 12th St., 510-763-0404, M-Tu 11a-4p, W-Su 11a-2a Mapquest Map Old Oakland Farmers' Market Farm-fresh produce, specialty foods and baked goods. 9th St., (Between Broadway & Clay), 510-745-7100, F 8a-2p Mapquest Map www.urbanvillageonline.com Old Oakland Historic District A revival of historic 1870s downtown Oakland. Restaurants, shops, nightlife, Friday Farmers’ Market. Broadway & Clay to 7th & 10th Sts., Mapquest Map www.oldoakland.org Ozumo Izakaya Japanese dining with a full Sushi and Robata bar. 2251 Broadway, 510-286-9866, M-Th lunch 11:30a-2p, dinner 5-10p; F lunch 11:30a-2p, dinner 5-10:30p; Sa 5-10:30p. Mapquest Map www.ozumo.com Pacific Coast Brewing Company Oakland's national award-winning pub and brewery. 906 Washington St., 510-836-2739, Daily 11:30-1a Mapquest Map www.pacificcoastbrewing.com Penelope Bar/restaurant with a fine selection of artisanal cocktails, spirits, wines and beers. Full kitchen serving sandwiches and small plate dishes. 555 12th St., Suite 120, (Corner of 11th and Clay St.) 510-834-0404 M-F 11a-2p, 4-11p; Sa 7-11p Mapquest Map www.PenelopeOakland.com Phnom Penh House Family-friendly Cambodian dining. 251 - 8th St., 510-893-3825, M-Th 11a-9p, F-Sa 11a-9:45p Mapquest Map Pho 84 Restaurant Quality Vietnamese food served by friendly, cheerful staff. 354 - 17th St., 510-832-1338, M-F 11a-2:30p, 5-9p, Sa 12-9p, Su 5-9p Mapquest Map Piedmont Cinema First-run movies at a neighborhood arthouse theater. 4186 Piedmont Ave., 510-464-5980, Mapquest Map Preservation Park A lovely collection of historic homes and meeting spaces. 13th & Martin Luther King, 510-874-7580, Mapquest Map www.preservationpark.com Q's Lounge at Everett & Jones Real barbecue, real music, real good time! Neo-Soul, Blues, Jazz and Contemporary. 126 Broadway, 510-663-2350, M-Th 11a-10p, F-Sa 11-1a, Su 12-10p Mapquest Map www.eandjbbq.com Ratto’s Deli and International Market Historic deli and international grocery in business for more than 100 years. Sidewalk seating. 821 Washington St., (Old Oakland), 510-832-6503, M-F 9a-6p, Sa 9:30a-5p Mapquest Map www.oldoakland.org Restaurant Peony Hong Kong-style cuisine including crispy roast duck and live seafood. 388 - 9th St. #288, 510-286-8866, M-F 11a-3p, Sa-Su 10a-3p, Su-Th 5:30-9:30p, F-Sa 5:30-10p Mapquest Map Saigon Restaurant Vietnamese food served in Frank Ogawa Plaza near Oakland's historic City Hall. 326 Frank Ogawa Plaza, 510-465-4545, Daily 10a- 9p Mapquest Map Scott's Seafood Grill & Bar Best seafood restaurant and piano bar in town! Fresh seafood. 2 Broadway, (Jack London Square), 510-444-3456, Daily 11a-10p Mapquest Map www.scottsrestaurants.com/oak_intro.cfm Scottish Rite Center Great historic site for an event. 1547 Lakeside Dr., 510-832-0819, Mapquest Map www.scottish_rite.org Shan Dong Mandarin Restaurant Handmade Northern-style Dim Sum and Mandarin cuisine. 328 - 10th St. #101, 510-839-2299, Su-Th 10a-9:30p, F-Sa 10a-10p Mapquest Map Siam Bay Authentic Thai Cuisine Authentic Thai homemade cooking. 1009 Clay St., 510-452-1499, M-F 11:30a-9:30p, Sa-Su 11:30a-10p Mapquest Map Silver Dragon Cantonese cuisine in the heart of Chinatown. 835 Webster St., 510-893-3748, Open daily 11:30a-9p Mapquest Map Souley Vegan Serving 100% vegan soul food. No animal products or MSG are used. We are proud that we are keeping the soul and reintroducting the food! Aid your body in superior health aid in a superior train of thought! 301 Broadway, 510-922-1615 Tu-Sa 11a-9p Mapquest Map www.souleyvegan.com Starbucks Coffee The finest purveyor of coffee, tea and pastries. 801 Broadway, 510-238-8318, M-F 5a-7p, Sa 6a-7p, Su 6a-6p Mapquest Map www.starbucks.com Suruki's Fresh sushi and more. Dine in or take out. 911 Washington St., 510-452-3167, Daily Lunch & Dinner Mapquest Map Szechwan Restaurant Chinese Mandarin. 366 - 8th St., 510-832-7878, Daily Lunch & Dinner Mapquest Map Tamarindo Small-plate regional Mexican food. 468 - 8th St., 510-444-1944, Daily Lunch & Dinner Mapquest Map www.tamarindoantojeria.com The Den at the Fox Theater Oakland's hottest new bar is located in the historic Fox Theater. Stop by for your favorite beverage and sample tasty treats on our bar menu. 1807 Telegraph Ave., Su, W, Th 5p-12a; F-Sa 5p-1:30a Mapquest Map
The Fat Lady History, charm, food and fun. It's all here! American, Mediterranean. Jazz, Rock and R&B. 201 Washington St., 510-465-4996, Daily Lunch, W/E Brunch, Dinner Tu-Sa Mapquest Map www.thefatladyrestaurant.com The Home of Chicken and Waffles Menu boasts dozens of combination plates with crispy fried chicken and waffles and tasty Soul Food side dishes. 444 Embarcadero West, 510-836-4446, Su-Th 8a-12a, Fr-Sa 8-4a Mapquest Map The Lake Chalet Seafood Bar & Grill Indoor and outdoor dining on Lake Merritt, served with a view. Serving modern American cuisine and seafood. 1520 Lakeside Dr., 510-208-5253 M-Th 11a-10p; F 11a-11p; Sa 10a-11p; Su 10a-10p Mapquest Map www.thelakechalet.com Tony Roma's A place for ribs...and steaks. 55 Washington St., (Jack London Square), 510-271-1818, Daily Lunch & Dinner Mapquest Map www.tonyromas.com Uncle Willie's BBQ and Fish If you want the best ribs, brisket, links, fish and gumbo, come dine with us! Winner of the 2007 Jack London Best BBQ in the Bay Area Cook Off. 614 14th St., 510-465-9200 Tu-Sa 11a-9p Mapquest Map www.unclewilliesbbq.com Vien Huong Restaurant Vietnamese noodles, soup and rice plates. 712 Franklin St., 510-465-5938, Daily 7:30a- 6p Cash only Mapquest Map Yoshi's World Class Jazz House & Japanese Restaurant Featuring new food, wine and sake menus crafted by newly appointed Executive Chef Shotaro "Sho" Kamio at the West Coast's premier jazz club. 510 Embarcadero West, (Jack London Square), 510-238-9200, M-Th 5:30-10p; F & Sa 5:30-10:30p; Su 5:00-9p. Su matinee lunch 12-2p begins Nov. 25. Mapquest Map www.yoshis.com Z Café & Bar American Bistro cuisine amidst an ambiance similar to old Parisian cafes. The wine list features California and international favorites. Al fresco dining is available. 2735 Broadway, 510-663-2905, M-F breakfast from 7-10:30a, lunch 11a-2:30p; Dinner W-Th 5-9p, F-Sa 5-10p; Sunday Brunch 9a-2:30p Mapquest Map |
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