Red Bay Coffee is one of The 15 Best Bright Places in Oakland.

1. Red Bay Coffee

8.0
3098 E 10th St, Oakland, CA
Coffee Shop · San Antonio · 5 tips and reviews

cami j.cami j.: the space is beautiful and bright, and the coffee and espresso are delicious. i’m a fan of the africano and i always love a good cold brew.

Bobbie M.Bobbie McLellan: Solid coffee options. But limited seating.

Dilek U.Dilek Unar: Delicious oat milk latte and great atmosphere! Definitely recommended!

Chai Thai Noodles is one of The 15 Best Bright Places in Oakland.

2. Chai Thai Noodles

8.7
545 International Blvd Ste B (at 6th Ave), Oakland, CA
Thai Restaurant · San Antonio · 41 tips and reviews

SFGateSFGate: 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 G.Kat Gaines: Absolutely my favorite Thai place, SO good! Curries are amazing.

Cameron W.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.

Fox Theater is one of The 15 Best Bright Places in Oakland.

3. Fox Theater

9.3
1807 Telegraph Ave (btwn 18th & 19th St), Oakland, CA
Music Venue · Uptown · 149 tips and reviews

Cristal F.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 C.Fernando Castellanos: Awesome theater definitely the best one that I've seen in the bay area

SFBARTSFBART: 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.

Cholita Linda is one of The 15 Best Bright Places in Oakland.

4. Cholita Linda

9.3
4923 Telegraph Ave (at 49th St), Oakland, CA
Latin American Restaurant · Temescal · 96 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: A bright and pleasant spot for crispy and fresh fish tacos.

Brian S.Brian Strauss: What a Mexican restaurant in Cuba might feel like. Maybe the East Bay's best fish taco. Killer gauc. Can't wait to come back for the pressed sandwiches and plantains.

John B.John Bobeldyk: Drink a massive agua fresca on the back patio and eat pollo el pastor tacos or baja fish tacos.

Blue Bottle Coffee is one of The 15 Best Bright Places in Oakland.

5. Blue Bottle Coffee

8.9
4270 Broadway (at Mather St), Oakland, CA
Coffee Shop · Piedmont Avenue · 87 tips and reviews

Kevin P.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 P.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.

AnnalynnAnnalynn: Three Africans (hot/cold). NoLa iced coffee, cold brew, and mochas are delicious!

The Pasta Shop is one of The 15 Best Bright Places in Oakland.

6. The Pasta Shop

8.6
5655 College Ave (in Rockridge Market Hall), Oakland, CA
Gourmet Store · North Oakland · 7 tips and reviews

Jeff W.Jeff Wittich: Excellent selection of pre-made foods like rotisserie chicken and large variety of vegetables

Vance H.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.

BravoBravo: For those certain food items you just cant find anywhere else, from stocks to gelatin sheets. -Tim Nugent, Top Chef Just Desserts

Nomad Cafe is one of The 15 Best Bright Places in Oakland.

7. Nomad Cafe

7.1
6500 Shattuck Ave (at 65th), Oakland, CA
Coffee Shop · Bushrod · 11 tips and reviews

Nichola T.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 S.Gabriel Serafini: This is an excellent cafe to visit if you are craving some lovely sunlight. Good WiFi, really good Bahn Mi sandwiches.

Stephen C.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.

Rockridge Market Hall is one of The 15 Best Bright Places in Oakland.

8. Rockridge Market Hall

8.5
5655 College Ave (at Shafter Ave), Oakland, CA
Market · North Oakland · 22 tips and reviews

Jen B.Jen Beauregard Shah: The quiches & homemade pasta are consistently awesome. And the fresh pasta

Vance H.Vance Harper: Best cheese counter and selection of fine food in the Bay Area. Ask for samples... of ANYTHING!

PaulinaPaulina: This market place has all your expensive and local food needs.

Hapuku Fish Market is one of The 15 Best Bright Places in Oakland.

9. Hapuku Fish Market

8.0
5655 College Ave (in Rockridge Market Hall), Oakland, CA
Seafood Restaurant · North Oakland · 7 tips and reviews

Brian S.Brian Strauss: Nice boutique fish market. Helpful staff and a section that goes way beyond salmon and tuna.

PaulinaPaulina: Oysters are $1.50. Add an extra $.50 if you want them shucked. Yum yum.

Valerie A.Valerie Aldobrandischi: Fresh, quality fish choices.

Sweet Maria's is one of The 15 Best Bright Places in Oakland.

10. Sweet Maria's

7.9
1115 21st St (at Adeline), Oakland, CA
Coffee Shop · West Oakland · 3 tips and reviews

càfescapecàfescape: Try the Sampler, you'll get to try beans from all 4 different regions.

Emilie R.Emilie Raguso: THE SPOT for home roasting. Amazing selection and friendly knowledgable staff!

Sherri C.Sherri Cruz: Great place to buy the best coffee beans, both green and roasted! Incredible selection.

Parlour Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Bright Places in Oakland.

11. Parlour Restaurant

8.0
357 19th St (at Webster St), Oakland, CA
American Restaurant · Oaksterdam · 9 tips and reviews

__: Chitarra carbonara and marigold pappardelle are a must! Pasta here is amazing. If you're getting the pizza, add an egg. Wash it down with an old Cuban.

natalie k.natalie kay: Cocktails are awesome and pastas are handmade heaven.

Ryan B.Ryan Block: Italian food. Dates. Nice lighting.

The Fat Lady Bar & Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Bright Places in Oakland.

12. The Fat Lady Bar & Restaurant

8.4
201 Washington St (at 2nd St), Oakland, CA
American Restaurant · Jack London Square · 38 tips and reviews

Jason D.Jason Derevitsky: Great bloody Mary's! Love the history of this place. Great atmosphere. Great service. Mixed with great company equals a great brunch.

dan t.dan tamura: Used to be a brothel in the late 1800s. Now you can grab a nice Sunday brunch there!

DreDre: Ask for Joe!!

The Barrel Room is one of The 15 Best Bright Places in Oakland.

13. The Barrel Room

7.7
5330 College Ave, Oakland, CA
Wine Bar · Rockridge · 9 tips and reviews

Stephanie W.Stephanie Wu: Ask the bartender for a rec. He'll find the perfect wine to suit your tastes. Food-wise I recommend the paella!

Nancy B.Nancy Bryan: Great wine flights!

Marshall S.Marshall St. Clair: Fantastic food and great wine

Marica Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Bright Places in Oakland.

14. Marica Restaurant

8.2
5301 College Ave (at Broadway), Oakland, CA
Seafood Restaurant · North Oakland · 35 tips and reviews

Kirke C.Kirke Curtis: Prix fixe menu was fabulous food and great deal. Filet mignon was larger than I expected and was melt-in-your mouth tender and tasty!

Nikole P.Nikole Pagan: If you pay cash, they give you 10% off the bill total. No credit card processing = no fees for banks!

Stephen L.Stephen Lau: Corn soup. Corn soup. Corn soup. You HAVE to get the corn soup.

Drake's Dealership is one of The 15 Best Bright Places in Oakland.

15. Drake's Dealership

9.3
2325 Broadway (at 23rd St), Oakland, CA
Beer Garden · Central Oakland · 95 tips and reviews

Randy A.Randy Ayento: Obviously beers, ribs, and the pretzel!

Tara M.Tara Medeiros: Top spot for pizza in Oakland, outdoor space with fire pits and string lights perfect venue for beers with friends.

Mona A.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