Bagel shop · Temescal
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"Poppy Bagels was founded by Reesa Kashuk, a New Yorker who moved to California and started baking New York–style bagels during the pandemic. The shop offers traditional bagels that remind her of the ones she grew up with."
Barbecue restaurant · Santa Fe
Feast on classic BBQ plates and sandwiches, plus homemade pies, at this cozy Berkeley spot with outdoor seating and a friendly vibe.
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Restaurant · Temescal
Fermentation-fueled spot in Oakland’s Temescal serves playful, vibrant small plates and natural wines in a cozy, disco-lit setting.
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French restaurant · Produce and Waterfront
This stylish outpost of Chef Roland Passot’s Left Bank Brasserie in Jack London Square serves up delicious Southern French cuisine with a lively atmosphere and dog-friendly outdoor seating.
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Filipino restaurant · Sausal Creek
Casual East Oakland joint serving bold, hearty Filipino eats like oxtail kare kare, jumbo lumpia, and the iconic crispy-sweet G Fire wings.
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Italian restaurant · Adams Point
Mama Oakland serves seasonally inspired, three-course Italian dinners in a cozy spot with thoughtful wines and a warm, stylish vibe.
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Corporate office · Edgewater
Roli Roti is a beloved Bay Area rotisserie truck, serving up juicy chickens and legendary porchetta sandwiches that keep foodies flocking to local farmers markets.
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Ice cream shop · Fruitvale Station
Nestled in Oakland's Fruitvale Public Market, Nieves Cinco de Mayo serves up delightful, artisanal ice cream and unique treats like their famous mangonadas—perfect for a sunny day.
Afghan restaurant · Rockridge
Saffron Kitchen blends Afghan and Mediterranean flavors in a cozy spot with standout kebabs, dumplings, fresh breads, and vibrant cocktails.
American restaurant · Piedmont Avenue
Chow is a vibrant American eatery and gourmet market on Piedmont Avenue, offering a delicious comfort food menu and a cozy kid-friendly vibe.
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Chinese noodle restaurant · Chinatown
Oakland’s Classic Guilin Rice Noodles nails authentic, hearty Chinese rice noodles with tender meats and bold, herby flavors in a casual Chinatown spot.