Pros: variety of restaurants, no crowds Cons: bring a jacket
Review Topic: I'll have to admit that the first time I stepped foot in Jack London Square I thought it was just another horrible Bay Area tourist trap of chain restaurants and shops. After a few more trips and some investigating, I...
Pros: not toursity Cons: can get crowded with locals
Review Topic: Sights & Attractions
Whenever someone talks about Chinatown, you can almost guarantee that they're referring to the one on the other side of the Bay, San Francisco's Chinatown. Well, nestled in downtown...
Pros: Impossible to navigate ... Cons: Impossible to navigate ...
Shortly after former Governor Jerry Brown returned from his spiritual journeys and took over as mayor of Oakland, the historic Oakland Tribune tower put up a new flag. In simple black-on-white lettering, it simply said: "THERE".
Pros: Lots of selling activities; Very ethnic Cons: Crowd at times
This is a story about an Asian(Hmong) family from the San Joaquin Valley who works hard together, goes back home, continues to work and dream together. The Chao family works to take care of their needs. This story takes me to their leased farms in the...
Pros: Superb French cuisine in a warm setting Cons: A bit pricey but well worth it
UNFORTUNATELY, THIS PLACE HAS CLOSED AND IT IS NOW THE NEW, PEASANT AND THE PEAR. IT IS A SHAME BECAUSE IT WAS AN EXCELLENT FRENCH PLACE. I'VE LEFT THE ORIGINAL REVIEW SO YOU CAN SEE WHAT YOU MISSED! Danville is not Oakland but it is in the ...
Pros: delicious food, reasonable cost, Cons: service could be better, plain decor in main room
Craving kalbi/galbi/Korean short ribs? Or perhaps you love those marinated bean sprouts as I do, asking for second and even third servings of this “panchan” (Korean side dish). Then it’s time to head to a Korean restaurant! One of my favorite Korean...
Pros: No crowds, mostly locals, low-key and unpretentious class Cons: Parking is sometimes hard to come by unless you know where to look
A well-kept secret treasure lies along the waterfront in Oakland--Jack London Square. In fact, there are lots of secret treasures in Oakland that many overlook in lieu of the enticing lights of the city across the bay. However, Jack London Square, in...
Pros: New construction updates this older zoo Cons: lots of hills to climb and descend.
When I visit family in the San Francisco Bay Area, my daily goal for my 2 year old remains: Do whatever it takes to get him worn out so he will nap in the afternoon. Since my membership in the Oregon Zoo in Portland qualifies me for entrance to over...
Pros: Ship in Excellent condition Cons: Not many aircraft displays yet.
How do you lose a 35,000 ton aircraft carrier??!!
I had been driving around Alameda Ca. for about 45 minutes looking for a trace of the Hornet. I knew it was berthed on the Northwest corner of the "island", but I hadn't seen...
For many people when they hear the word "Oakland" they associate it with high crime or a city with a poor public image. However, I am telling you that Oakland is on the upswing and Jack London Square is proof of it. In the last 10 years or...
Pros: A full night's fun for five bucks Cons: Might have to shell out five bucks to panhandlers before the show
Downtown Oakland is not exactly the place you'd expect to head to reminisce about the good old days, unless your idea of the good old days is smoking a ten rock with a pay-by-the-hour honey while trying to stick it to the man. So it's quite surprising...
Pros: EASY access, great trails, super views, you can get away from it all Cons: sometimes crowded on a nice weekend day, but go deeper in the park and you won't find anyone.
WHO should read this:
People (hikers, trail runners, mountain bikers, dog owners, nature lovers, overworked stressed out rat racers) living in San Francisco and the East Bay who think “getting away from it all” requires going to the Santa...
Pros: Costs, many places are walkable, BART to San Francisco, diverse city Cons: Not enough motels, getting around the city can be confusing
When coming to the Bay area, our minds turn towards the city of San Francisco. To be sure, San Francisco is a beautiful city, blessed by its relationship to water. It is also an expensive place. I have traveled to the Bay area many times over several...
Pros: Unbelievable pizza, good salads, cold beer, nice service Cons: No reservations, crowded area, parking can sometimes be tough
On College Street in the Rockridge district of Oakaland stands one of the finest eateries in all of the Bay Area. Its food is reasonably priced and no one ever leaves hungry. The serving staff is hip and friendly. And the pizza --- oh YES YES ---- is...
Oakland Athletics Game Day Pouch Jersey Material in official team colors and features your favorite team logo Zipper closure 20" Drop length nylon strap
Oakland Athletics New Era MLB Meshin Cap The MLB Meshin by New Era features an embroidered team name and logo on the front, MLB Logoman on the back along with the New Era flag on the left wea...
MLB Oakland Athletics Frost Fleece Sport your Oakland pride with this frost fleece pullover. The brushed-back jersey micro-fleece provides the perfect amount of protection with long sle...
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