An Alameda burger favorite on Park Street with Food Network cred, serving East Coast-style burgers on challah, Nashville hot chicken, and a chopped NY hero — with a bar next door.

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 warm, family-run Nigerian spot in East Oakland serving smoky jollof rice, egusi soup with fufu, suya, and oxtail — with a buffet and many vegetarian options.

A warm, community-rooted coffee bar in Old Oakland with in-house roasted coffee and generously built sandwiches — the pulled pork is the local favorite.

A short drive across the estuary, Ark Chinese Restaurant in Alameda serves outstanding hand-pulled noodles, xiao long bao, and authentic northern Chinese and Cantonese favorites.

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.