We had an Amazing time walking and talking. We finally got…read moreto visit Tokyo Market. 10/10 would recommend. Lots of cool vendors. From nails that designs were outstanding. To lemonade drinks Permanent jewelry it was a nice vibe.

Bay Street is making a comeback! There's been a flood of new stores coming into Bay Street that…read morehave reinvigorated the shopping area. Most notably is Tokyo Central. Ever since Tokyo Central opened about a month ago, this mall has been significantly busier. Other anchor stores are the Apple Store, Sephora, H&M, Uniqlo, and of course, Fogo de ciao. The top deck of the area across from Tokyo Central is filled with eateries. These are now thriving and get quite busy on Thursday Friday and Saturday nights. The main drawback of the mall is the parking. You do have to pay for parking if you stay more than 30 minutes. They built a new parking lot above Tokyo Central, but that has the same policy. there's a small amount of parking that is metered along the main street.

Great place to come and get all of your seafood and vegetables, especially if you're making a…read moreinternational dish, the ingredients are here

This spot has several nice places to eat. Most are somewhat inexpensive. I have eaten at this…read morecenter several times over the years and was only dissatisfied once. That place closed. There is a large Asian themed grocery and several small shops as well The only negative about this mall is the public restroom. The Men's restroom is usually a bit filthy with an unflushed toilet and a broken seat or two. They may need to hire a punk patrol officer to help the maintenance people stay on top of the riffraff.

Fourth Street is a lovely and affluent shopping district in Berkeley, in which this complex, which…read moreis situated on far end of the retail district, is located. The current tenants in this space include: + CB2 + California Closets + Ingram Books + Booksmith + Publishers Group West + Avalon Travel + Seal Press + Pomegranate Press + Moon Travel Guides There is a dedicated parking area for this shopping complex, as well as metered street parking.

East Bay Bridge & Bridgecourt is located on the border of Emeryville and Oakland near three…read morefreeways: 80, 880, and 580. Therefore, there are a LOT of shoppers who frequent the 21 storefronts in this major shopping center. You can find anything that you need in this retail center from furniture to home goods to electronics to clothing to beauty to coffee to food! The complex is massive so there is a TON of parking that is easily available in front of any one of the stores. The tenants include: + Home Depot + Target + Pak N' Save + Michaels + Best Buy + Office Depot + Ulta Beauty + Nordstrom Rack + Ashley Home Furniture + Panera Bread + Babies R Us + Starbucks + Baskin Robbins + Smashburger + Subway + Taco Bell + GNC + Little Caesars Pizza + Panda Express + Mattress Firm + Sally Beauty Supply

Very large shopping center near bart. Great mix of stores and great neighborhood…read more Macaroni Grill, Sees candies, grocery store, junky retal store - Ross. Mostly I remember hanging here with the kid brother when he lived a few blocks away. Starbucks and such. Good neighborhood. No crazy like in lesser cities.

Great atmosphere to shop, few good places to eat, farmers' market on the weekends are epic! Great…read moreway to pass the time & soak up the sun! It's easily accessible both by private & public transportation! I would recommend this place to pass the time on a Sunday.

The Oakland City Center is always super clean!!…read more The 12th Street Bart Station is located just down the stairs, and this place is right in the middle of Downtown Oakland. Old Oakland and Oakland Chinatown are just a few blocks away. Lots of small places to eat here, although most are closed during the weekend. You can tell this is a major lunch area during the week for businesses located here and the surrounding area. I think if they promoted this place a little better, it has the potential to be a very popular place, mostly because it is so aesthetically pleasing!!

A nice plaza just outside the 12th Bart station. It's just across the federal building and other…read moregovernment offices. It's very clean and well maintained. Plenty of benches to sit on. Lots of beautiful plants in flower beds and more in big pots. Very cool fountain adorned with a colorful sculpture. Security guard on duty to maintain peace and order. Pretty good selections of shops for your coffee runs or quick bites. Many restaurants to choose from. It gets quite busy though during lunchtime. I saw long lines in subway, Popeyes, Panda Express and Starbucks. Looks like these are the go to places for employees on their lunch breaks. I didn't dine here but I had a cupcake which I enjoyed while sitting in the patio in front of the water fountain. Had a quick chat with the security guard. Overall, nice ambience and atmosphere in here. I don't mind hanging around again when in the area.

Jack London Square is one of my favorite places to slow down and enjoy the day. There are great…read morerestaurants and cafés, a pet store, a candy shop, and a store for water sports and outdoor gear. It's also just a short walk to World Market, a nearby movie theater, and downtown Oakland. If you're driving, there's a convenient parking garage. What I love most is that you don't have to spend any money to enjoy yourself. You can sit under the trees, watch the boats, stretch out on the grass, listen to live music, and simply enjoy the waterfront. The square itself is pedestrian-friendly, so you can relax without traffic rushing by. Sundays are especially enjoyable with the farmers market and live performances. Today I'm listening to the talented musicians from the Oaktown Jazz Workshops, who also have a home right here in Jack London Square. Every now and then, you'll hear a train passing by, which somehow adds to the character of the place. I'm really going to miss The Plank. It was such a fun community gathering spot and a place where I often came just to unwind. Another bonus is the free shuttle from Alameda, which makes getting here easy and enjoyable. Whether you're looking for a meal, a movie, a waterfront stroll, or simply a peaceful no cost place to sit and recharge, Jack London Square is well worth a visit.

Ah, it has been awhile since I was last at Jack London Square. It was a nice tourist area for their…read morefarmer's market, food trucks, biking, walking, restaurants, sightseeing, ferry, etc. Though, I know they were hit hard by Covid/pandemic which closed a lot of businesses and the hotel. It's still a nice place to visit during the day. Support your local businesses.

We stopped in on Saturday with our toddler! Mirarose got their last Paladin's Sword and although…read moreit's for dogs, she absolutely loves it!! Their Meditating Squids are for a present for an avid squid collector! Think it would make an excellent desktopper! Games of Berkeley has been in business since 1980! They have game rooms and sell lots of board games, card games, dice, plushies, toys and more! Sweet and helpful staff and gorgeous mirror/rainbow ceiling! SYOY! :-)

One of my favorite game stores and essential to stop at if you're on Telegraph. It may not have the…read morebiggest selection, but it is varied and more organized than most gaming stores. It is welcoming and inclusive with reasonable prices. The clerks are friendly and helpful.