Our favorite spot in Oakland for (natural) wine.

Really in Berkeley, but close enough - Family vibe cafe, lots of friends have worked there and still go back for coffee, toast, and cookies which says a lot.

Wins the award for brightest coffee shop. Also good for a cup on the way into or coming from San Francisco.

Favorite Chinese spot. Everyone agrees - best homemade noodles.

One of our favorite breakfast spots.

Line out the door, but worth it for the chicken sandwich and shortcake.

Non-traditional, beautiful space with thoughful work.

Surplus of everything - if you're looking for new speakers, scrounging for art supplies/materials, or building a house they have what you didn't realize you were looking for.