World Famous HotBoys Chicken

An all-day Brazilian cafe, kitchen, and craft beer taproom in the Glenview District serving coxinhas, açaí bowls, empanadas, feijoada, and RedBay coffee.

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.

Oakland's beloved Temescal mac and cheese specialist since 2011, with a dozen-plus made-to-order varieties, from Mexican Mac to truffle — plus vegan and gluten-free options.

A short walk up the Embarcadero, Ramen Station serves eight-hour tonkotsu with house-made chashu via a fun self-serve, train-station-themed kiosk. Bay views, easy parking, open daily.

Flaky, baked-to-order Argentine empanadas on Market Street, plus dulce de leche alfajores and house chimichurri. Dog-friendly parklet seating out front.

Voted Best Beer Bar in California, The Monk's Kettle in Rockridge pairs an exceptional craft beer list with upscale, from-scratch pub fare worth the trip up the hill.