Resort hotel · Waverly
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"Occitania, chef Paul Canales’s restaurant located inside the Kissel Uptown Oakland hotel, shuttered as of Friday, March 10." - Paolo Bicchieri
Restaurant · Waverly
Lovely’s serves up crave-worthy smashburgers and crispy fried chicken in a lively Uptown courtyard, perfect for pairing with a cold brew.
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Wine store · Produce and Waterfront
Minimo is a vibrant tasting bar and wine store in Jack London Square that champions sustainable, small-batch wines, perfect for sharing with friends at an inviting communal table.
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Restaurant · Old City
Step into Binny's in Old Oakland for a cozy Art Deco vibe, where crafted cocktails and Southern-inspired bites collide for a relaxed night out.
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Thai restaurant · Upper Laurel
Jo’s Modern Thai in Oakland’s Laurel District serves inventive Thai-Californian dishes—like brisket drunken noodles and coconut cakes—in a lively, modern spot with a tropical patio vibe.
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Laotian restaurant · Allendale
Tucked away in a residential Oakland neighborhood, Vientian Cafe is a cozy family-run spot serving vibrant Lao, Thai, and Vietnamese dishes, but don’t miss their standout Lao specialties.
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Meat processor · Coliseum Industrial
At Cream Co., the Bay Area's go-to for premium, sustainable meats, you'll find a mouthwatering selection of responsibly sourced beef, pork, chicken, and lamb, all delivered with quality and care from their Oakland butchery.
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Night club · Northgate
Thee Stork Club: a retro-cool Oakland dive with live shows, kitschy cocktails, velvet art, and rooms for chilling, gaming, and grooving.
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This casual spot in Uptown Oakland serves up heaping plates of buttery garlic noodles, blackened shrimp, and Creole dishes, drawing loyal lines for its soul food.
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Diner · Upper Laurel
Bright, retro-style café serving housemade sausages, breads, jams & pastries with a cozy, lively diner vibe.
Seafood restaurant · Embarcadero
Queen’s Cajun Seafood serves up hearty Cajun and Creole-inspired seafood dishes in a casual setting, where you can enjoy flavorful fried fare and comforting stews.