Brigid's Guidebook

Brigid
Brigid's Guidebook

Food scene

Everything. And I mean everything. Is SO GOOD here. Particularly fun for the palate seeking new flavors- all of their soups and seafood dishes are fantastic!
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Phnom Penh
3912 MacArthur Boulevard
51 locals raden deze aan
Everything. And I mean everything. Is SO GOOD here. Particularly fun for the palate seeking new flavors- all of their soups and seafood dishes are fantastic!
Cronuts, mini cronuts(!) delicious items made from scratch! Impeccable service. There is often a line on the weekend but it moves fast!
14 locals raden deze aan
Donut Savant
3000 38th Avenue
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Cronuts, mini cronuts(!) delicious items made from scratch! Impeccable service. There is often a line on the weekend but it moves fast!
For extra spicy opt for “Laotian hot”! This has been a favorite to-go spot for us since we moved to Oakland!
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Vientian Cafe
3801 Allendale Ave
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For extra spicy opt for “Laotian hot”! This has been a favorite to-go spot for us since we moved to Oakland!
Offering easy-to-heat meals made from scratch, this place is perfect to pick up a nice heathy dinner or lunch. To offset the healthfulness of many items, try their deviled eggs! They offer high quality wines at budget friendly prices (for the Bay Area that is). Around $22 for a proper Rosé or $18 for a red Rhône blend. You won’t be disappointed by their options!
35 locals raden deze aan
Communitē Table
4171 MacArthur Blvd
35 locals raden deze aan
Offering easy-to-heat meals made from scratch, this place is perfect to pick up a nice heathy dinner or lunch. To offset the healthfulness of many items, try their deviled eggs! They offer high quality wines at budget friendly prices (for the Bay Area that is). Around $22 for a proper Rosé or $18 for a red Rhône blend. You won’t be disappointed by their options!
Solid BBQ right off of the High Street 580 exit! Get the spicy BBQ chicken dinner!
21 locals raden deze aan
Everett & Jones BBQ
4245 MacArthur Blvd
21 locals raden deze aan
Solid BBQ right off of the High Street 580 exit! Get the spicy BBQ chicken dinner!
This place is beloved in the Laurel District for a reason! Home made breads, amazing seasonal hashes, the top quality coffee and juices we hope for but rarely find. Cute little spot that has a serious line most days so plan accordingly
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Sequoia Diner
3719 MacArthur Blvd
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This place is beloved in the Laurel District for a reason! Home made breads, amazing seasonal hashes, the top quality coffee and juices we hope for but rarely find. Cute little spot that has a serious line most days so plan accordingly
This amazing new spot in the Laurel, just two doors down from Sequoia, boosts an esteemed Chef with an incredible colorful and authentic expression of Thai cuisine. A little pricey but well worth the indulgence. Try their famous Phuket Fizz, a purple cocktail uniquely balanced with Mezcal, coconut, and the mysterious sweet pea tea that turns everything it touches purple.
11 locals raden deze aan
Jo's Modern Thai
3725 MacArthur Boulevard
11 locals raden deze aan
This amazing new spot in the Laurel, just two doors down from Sequoia, boosts an esteemed Chef with an incredible colorful and authentic expression of Thai cuisine. A little pricey but well worth the indulgence. Try their famous Phuket Fizz, a purple cocktail uniquely balanced with Mezcal, coconut, and the mysterious sweet pea tea that turns everything it touches purple.

Sightseeing

We love the water, being near the water, and the juxtaposition of industrial meeting old school Oakland!
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Jack London District
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We love the water, being near the water, and the juxtaposition of industrial meeting old school Oakland!
A beautiful place to spend a morning walk or sunset! Local food trucks often available and plenty of to go options nearby!
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Lake Merritt Amphitheater
Lake Merritt Boulevard
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A beautiful place to spend a morning walk or sunset! Local food trucks often available and plenty of to go options nearby!
Beautiful trails galore and plenty of open space, unique buildings and surprising structures. Stunning views of the Bay Area!
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Joaquin Miller Park
3300 Joaquin Miller Rd
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Beautiful trails galore and plenty of open space, unique buildings and surprising structures. Stunning views of the Bay Area!
While generally a cooler temperature beach, you can still enjoy the beauty of the Alameda shoreline, just 15 minutes or so from our Fairfax neighborhood!
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Alameda Strand
2351 Shore Line Dr
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While generally a cooler temperature beach, you can still enjoy the beauty of the Alameda shoreline, just 15 minutes or so from our Fairfax neighborhood!

Stadsadvies

Cultuur en gebruiken

Tailgating and Aggressive Drivers

Unfortunately one thing Oakland is known for is some aggressive drivers on the road. Sometimes it’s best to pull over or avoid cars driving fast- especially High Street or any high traffic road you come across!
Vervoersmogelijkheden

Parking & Auto theft

Please keep in mind that there is a lot of auto theft and damage seen everywhere in Oakland. It’s a major issue so be extra careful -don’t leave valuables in your car at all, ever! Try not to even leave spare bags on the seat or in plain sight. International and High street have the bulk of incidents near our neighborhood.