2. Chai Thai Noodles
8.7
545 International Blvd Ste B (at 6th Ave), Oakland, CA
Thai Restaurant · San Antonio · 41 tips and reviews
SFGate: The restaurant may not look like much on the outside, but with authentic Thai cuisine boasting bold, bright flavors, it's worth a visit. Try the pork leg stew and pork stir-fry. Read more.
Kat Gaines: Absolutely my favorite Thai place, SO good! Curries are amazing.
Cameron W: The Pad Kee Mao and special pork leg stew are delicious. Be careful if you order anything spicy, it is Thai hot here. The sweet sticky rice and mango is a fun dessert treat.
3. Fox Theater
9.3
1807 Telegraph Ave (btwn 18th & 19th St), Oakland, CA
Music Venue · Uptown · 149 tips and reviews
Cristal Fernandez: HH pub crawl quick tips: not the best happy hour in the city..$1off, $2 off certain drinks doesn't do to much for me!..not many ppl.. On the bright side, has a great open space
Fernando Castellanos: Awesome theater definitely the best one that I've seen in the bay area
SFBART: Its easy to get to and from the Fox Theater on BART - the 19th St. Oakland BART Station is less than a block away. Read more.
5. Blue Bottle Coffee
8.9
4270 Broadway (at Mather St), Oakland, CA
Coffee Shop · Piedmont Avenue · 87 tips and reviews
Kevin Pratt: Single origin drip coffee with the Rwanda Kirezi beans is bright and fruity of mouth with strong orange and lemon tones. The wet processing method gives the cup a clean taste and a low or mild body.
Kevin Pratt: Mexican Oaxaca Oliva Gutierrez prepared as a Chemex pour has a delightful aroma and bright mouth of cherry and peanut. The body is captivating as it subtly sets in with roasted candied nut tone.
Annalynn: Three Africans (hot/cold). NoLa iced coffee, cold brew, and mochas are delicious!
6. The Pasta Shop
8.6
5655 College Ave (in Rockridge Market Hall), Oakland, CA
Gourmet Store · North Oakland · 7 tips and reviews
Jeff Wittich: Excellent selection of pre-made foods like rotisserie chicken and large variety of vegetables
Vance Harper: Always the best selection of fine foods from local to global -- particularly olive oil... Ask for a guided tasting by one of the friendly buyers.
Bravo: For those certain food items you just cant find anywhere else, from stocks to gelatin sheets. -Tim Nugent, Top Chef Just Desserts
7. Nomad Cafe
7.1
6500 Shattuck Ave (at 65th), Oakland, CA
Coffee Shop · Bushrod · 11 tips and reviews
Nichola Torbett: Love the bright sunlight and friendly vibe. Great place to get some writing done. Downside: I don't think the outlets work.
Gabriel Serafini: This is an excellent cafe to visit if you are craving some lovely sunlight. Good WiFi, really good Bahn Mi sandwiches.
Stephen Coles: try the Heartachoke Sandwich on their new menu and ask why the hell there's a mocha peanut butter(!) smoothie and not a simple mocha smoothie.
15. Drake's Dealership
9.3
2325 Broadway (at 23rd St), Oakland, CA
Beer Garden · Central Oakland · 95 tips and reviews
Randy Ayento: Obviously beers, ribs, and the pretzel!
Tara Medeiros: Top spot for pizza in Oakland, outdoor space with fire pits and string lights perfect venue for beers with friends.
Mona Al-ghussein: The out door sitting area is cheerful and it's a cool place to hang out with family and friends. The pizzas are original and their Veggie pizza is a delight. The decor is welcoming. I do recommend