Ark Chinese Restaurant

One of America's last great piano bars, going since 1933 near Lake Merritt. Nightly live piano sing-alongs, business-card-covered walls, strong drinks, and classic American fare.

A warm, longtime neighborhood cafe on Park Boulevard serving espresso, smoothies, and made-to-order panini — the spicy Torta Cubana is the local favorite. Free wifi and cozy seating.

Oakland's original Nashville hot chicken, born as a 2017 backyard pop-up. Halal fried chicken from mild to scorching, loaded fries, and late weekend hours near the Fox Theater.

Established in 2018 in Alameda, California, on vibrant Park Street, The Park Street Tavern serves a menu with fresh ingredients influenced by Greek and Italian traditions.

A West Oakland cult favorite serving bike-wheel-sized wood-fired sourdough pizzas. Short menu, big lines, unforgettable crust. Reservations strongly recommended.

Come on by—our krewe is excited to meet you. As we say in New Orleans, laissez les bons temps rouler!