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"Marcus Books, named after the political activist Marcus Garvey, should be among the first stops to understand Black history in Oakland and the United States."
Historic Black-owned bookstore specializing in Black authors & culture
3900 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609 Get directions
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Vietnamese restaurant · Merritt
Vietnamese eatery serving pho, bun bo hue, & vermicelli bowls
6 Postcards
Cafe · Piedmont Avenue
Espresso, pastries, cocktails, toasts, and unique community vibes
Coffee roastery · North Kennedy Tract
Organic, fair trade coffee roaster with unique drinks and community focus
15 Postcards
Thai restaurant · Upper Laurel
Bold Thai flavors with Californian twists, creative cocktails
40 Postcards
Barbecue restaurant · Chinatown
Brisket, pulled pork, ribs, hot links, Southern sides
65 Postcards
Wine bar · Piedmont Avenue
French wine bar with Art Deco design, cheese plates, and sandwiches
4 Postcards
Liquor store · Lakeshore
Curated spirits, wine, coffee, tea, and events from diverse producers
8 Postcards
Cocktail bar · Downtown
Tiki bar with strong tropical drinks & bar bites
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Vegan restaurant · Piedmont Avenue
Juicy vegan burgers, decadent milkshakes, and loaded tater tots
11 Postcards
Japanese restaurant · San Pablo Gateway
Japanese izakaya with California spin on ramen & whisky