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Why the Oakland food scene is amazing.

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The spots where the locals like me love.
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Sweet

 
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Fancy bougie donuts that will make you fall in love with donuts on another level.
donut savant
 
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Yuzu tart is hands down delish!
Bake Sum
 
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Decadent and a must try
Gregory's Gourmet Desserts
 
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Vegan desserts that will make you doubt it!!!
Timeless Coffee
 
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French style bakery and yummy breakfast.
L'acajou Bakery and Cafe
 
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The hype is real. Amazing creative desserts. Get there early for the best options.
Tarts de Feybesse
 
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Ice cream all year round and the spot to have some classic Oakland fun. There’s other diner classics but the ice cream is delicious. Check out the black and tan ice cream.
Fentons Creamery

Savory

 
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Best grilled chicken, amazing food and great service.
Phnom Penh
 
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Fresh, light and quality ingredients.
June's Pizza
 
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Great cocktails, cute atmosphere and collard greens dip is amazing!
Lucy Blue
 
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Tea leaf salad is a must!!!
Burma Superstar
 
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Great lunch spot for tasty flavors at a decent price.
Vientian Cafe
 
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Must try! Must go!
alaMar Dominican Kitchen - Oakland
 
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Bar has the best drinks… if you don’t know what to order- ask and they will delight you. Food is exactly what you need while enjoying the vibe.
Sobre Mesa
 
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I love the fish tacos, seared perfectly!
Tacos Sinaloa
 
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The fried fish tacos are on another level! They can get busy quick, so grab it and go home and enjoy it
Rico Rico Taco
 
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Burgers for all…even my vegan friends and I can all have a good burger and amazing onion rings.
Park Burger
 
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Great food but also a spot to go work at with your laptop and have bites, hot sips and cool drinks.
Paulista Brazilian Café, Kitchen and Taproom
 
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Sushi spot that I can always find a spot to sit and get fresh fun sushi!
RnR Sushi & Bowls
 
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A good Italian meal that is flavorful and hits the spot.
MAMA Oakland
 
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Flavor bombs on every bite. Get the tostadas!!
Parche

Brunch lovers

 
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Savory or sweet brunch spot with some fun options.
Grand Lake Kitchen - Lake Merritt
 
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Classic casual breakfast spot that you can find your standards. I like to make your own scramble.
Montclair Egg Shop
 
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Hot spot and definitely try the specials.
The Peach
 
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An original Oakland favorite. Get there early so you don’t wait too long.
Oakland Grill
 
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Brings me back to my NY roots. Great bagels and yes very popular.
Wise Sons Jewish Deli
 
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Yes the chicken is good and the waffles don’t disappoint. Lots of other good options on the menu but my kids love the macaroni and cheese.
Home of Chicken & Waffles