The best restaurants Oakland

In the heart of Jack London Square, this American-style restaurant offers burgers, pizzas, tacos and its famous tater tots (potato croquettes). It's also a sports bar , with screens showing game broadcasts. Outdoor games such as corn hole and bocce ball (similar to petanque) are on offer, while bowling and arcade games are available on site. The outdoor beer garden is also very pleasant. It offers a choice of 48 beers on draught. Accessible only to those aged 21 and over after 9pm.

This Italian deli has been in existence since 1897 and has been run by the same family for four generations! You can find in this grocery store products from Italy, and you can make yourself a sandwich from the cheeses, cold cuts and breads displayed in the window. You can also taste soups and salads at low prices. The tables on the terrace are often occupied by locals who like to come to Ratto's for its products and its atmosphere. Live jazz sessions on Saturdays.

This Vietnamese sandwich shop in the Rancho San Antonio district of downtown Oakland doesn't look like much. However, it's worth the detour for its flagship Vietnamese street food sandwiches - chicken, pork or vegetarian - which are renowned throughout the city and unbeatable value. Ready-to-eat dishes that just need reheating are also available. Proof that you shouldn't be fooled by appearances: even the most unattractive storefronts can hide real treasures!

Oakland, like its neighbor Berkeley, has a large Vietnamese community, which is reflected in the city's choice of restaurants. This restaurant serves authentic, high-quality Vietnamese cuisine at an affordable price. Located in the heart of downtown, it's often busy with locals and Asians alike, who appreciate the tasty flavors of the dishes. With hearty portions and delicious pho and bo bun soups, you won't be disappointed. The room is very pleasant, recently renovated, a far cry from boui boui, and the dishes well presented.

One of Oakland's oldest restaurants is a real institution that locals love. Famous for its brunch and soul in a dinner decor. Specialty: the Reggie Jackson Special.

This Mexican taqueria is a true delight, as it handles the art of tacos, burritos and other Mexican delights... but only with vegetables: it's entirely vegan. Specialties include "impossible" vegetarian steak, which imitates meat very well, as well as black bean, potato and chickpea compositions. You'd expect bland dishes, but everything is tasty and perfectly balanced. Reasonably priced, with fast service, this is a great place to stop for lunch in Oakland.

A quintessential Californian address that only exists in Oakland, with character. Serving both fine cocktails and Mexican-influenced gourmet plates. It's a busy restaurant by day and a lively bar by night. We love the floor, the refreshing chick-yellow and water-green colors, and the sunny bay windows. The à la carte menu features simple, affordable dishes, with veggy, vegan and gluten-free options, prepared with a variety of toppings (seeds, etc.). Brunch at weekends.