Guidebook for Oakland

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Guidebook for Oakland

Food Scene

Not just because Anthony Bourdain (RIP) said it was the best fried chicken he had ever tasted, but because the food IS outstanding and the vibe transports you to the tropics. Order the, creole salad, fried chicken and creole doughnuts. And if you're a cocktail drinker, ask for the drum & bass.
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Miss Ollie's
901 Washington St
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Not just because Anthony Bourdain (RIP) said it was the best fried chicken he had ever tasted, but because the food IS outstanding and the vibe transports you to the tropics. Order the, creole salad, fried chicken and creole doughnuts. And if you're a cocktail drinker, ask for the drum & bass.
Because it's slightly different from the normal Thai menu. Try the panko fish or the seabass. Actually everything is good!
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Summer Summer Thai Eatery
5885 Hollis St
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Because it's slightly different from the normal Thai menu. Try the panko fish or the seabass. Actually everything is good!
Their hours have changed a bit so best to check their website. But these are the best waffles I've eaten (cornmeal, which makes them lighter and flakey). http://www.brownsugarkitchen.com/
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Brown Sugar Kitchen
2295 Broadway
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Their hours have changed a bit so best to check their website. But these are the best waffles I've eaten (cornmeal, which makes them lighter and flakey). http://www.brownsugarkitchen.com/
Happy hour on the lake!
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Lake Chalet
1520 Lakeside Dr
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Happy hour on the lake!
They are one of the tasty food, late night spots. Korean BBQ just as you expect it.
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Dan Sung Sa Restaurant
2775 Telegraph Ave
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They are one of the tasty food, late night spots. Korean BBQ just as you expect it.

Shopping

Many of the popular shopping mall stores can be found here. As well as a large AMC theater.
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Bay Street
Bay Street
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Many of the popular shopping mall stores can be found here. As well as a large AMC theater.
3 quick train stops away in SF. Everything you expect is there + another large multi-theater cinema.
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Westfield San Francisco Centre
865 Market St
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3 quick train stops away in SF. Everything you expect is there + another large multi-theater cinema.

Essentials

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Trader Joe's
3250 Lakeshore Ave
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One of the best grocery stores in the bay! From bulk foods to a huge variety of produce, to healthy beauty products to beautiful fresh flowers, this is a one stop shop.
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Berkeley Bowl West
920 Heinz Ave
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One of the best grocery stores in the bay! From bulk foods to a huge variety of produce, to healthy beauty products to beautiful fresh flowers, this is a one stop shop.

Arts & Culture

Friday nights at Oakland Museum. Food trucks and music and free admission to the main portion of museum. Small fee for special exhibits.
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Muzeum Kalifornie v Oaklandu
1000 Oak St
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Friday nights at Oakland Museum. Food trucks and music and free admission to the main portion of museum. Small fee for special exhibits.

Getting Around

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West Oakland station
1451 7th St
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MacArthur Station
555 40th St
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Drinks & Nightlife

Cocktails and bites are delicious. Crowd is mixed all around. Typically there is no cover to chill down stairs and have drinks & food. And upstairs events include karaoke, dj nights and various performers. My favorite drink is the DJ Rita.
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Starline Social Club
2236 Martin Luther King Jr Way
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Cocktails and bites are delicious. Crowd is mixed all around. Typically there is no cover to chill down stairs and have drinks & food. And upstairs events include karaoke, dj nights and various performers. My favorite drink is the DJ Rita.

Parks & Nature

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Amfiteátr Lake Merritt
Lake Merritt Boulevard
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Joaquin Miller Park
3300 Joaquin Miller Rd
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