Coffee shop · Downtown
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"This women-owned coffee shop has quickly expanded across downtown Oakland, thanks to the winning combination of quality coffee, well-designed spaces, and free wifi where busy workers need it most." - Ellen Fort, Eater Staff
Mexican restaurant · Rockridge
La Esquinita is a cozy taqueria in Rockridge serving mouthwatering tacos and burritos made with fresh ingredients, including their standout al pastor and fish tacos.
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Donut shop · Allendale
At Donut Savant in Allendale, delight in perfectly sized, flavorful mini donuts and crave-worthy cronuts that keep locals returning for more.
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Mexican restaurant · Fremont
Taqueria El Paisa@.com serves no-frills, authentic Mexican tacos with a standout selection of tender offal and a fiery salsa bar in East Oakland's lively Fruitvale.
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Bar · Trestle Glen
Step into The Cat House, a stylish cocktail lounge where expertly crafted drinks meet vintage charm, making it the perfect cozy spot to unwind with friends.
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Mexican restaurant · Dimond
Tucked into a charming former firehouse, Bombera offers upscale Mexican cuisine and a relaxed patio vibe, showcasing vibrant dishes crafted with local ingredients and house-made masa.
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Pizza restaurant · Old City
Graffiti Pizza is your late-night haven in Old Oakland, serving award-winning, New York-style pizza by the slice or whole pie, with a cool vibe and a bar to boot.
Coffee roasters · North Kennedy Tract
Red Bay Coffee is a vibrant, Black-owned roastery in Oakland's Fruitvale, famed for its unique drinks and community-focused vibe, complete with a lush plant mural and ample space for gathering.
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Mexican restaurant · Old City
Nestled in Swan's Market, La Guerrera's Kitchen serves up cozy, Guerrero-style Mexican dishes crafted by a talented mother-daughter duo, offering everything from tender tamales to zesty tacos—all while keeping the vibe casual and the flavors vibrant.
Environmental engineer · Mcclymonds
O2 Artisans Aggregate is a vibrant eco-industrial hub in West Oakland where local artisans collaborate on sustainable projects, all while serving up great pizza.
Sandwich shop · Temescal
Oakland’s Temescal gem whips up legendary buttermilk fried chicken sandwiches with zesty jalapeño slaw and standout pies and cookies.
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