East Bay 101
By Citysearch Editors, East Bay
Get the basics on the East Bay experience, from Angel Island to Jack London Square.
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Chez Panisse
1517 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA
Birthplace of California cuisine carries on with renowned chef Alice Waters. -
Cesar
1515 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA
Inventive Spanish tapas and broad bar selection ensure this cafe lives up to its Gourmet Ghetto pedigree. -
Dona Tomas
5004 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA
Inventive Mexican food fuses with a California sensibility at this bright, bold restaurant. -
Zachary's Chicago Pizza
1853 Solano Ave, Berkeley, CA
Even Windy City natives will revel in the deep-dish at this East Bay pizza mecca. -
A Cote
5478 College Ave, Oakland, CA
A Mediterranean small-plates restaurant with big personality.
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Yoshi's Jazz House & Restaurant
510 Embarcadero W, Oakland, CA
A world-class jazz venue showcasing legends at their zenith and young turks on their way up. -
Conga Lounge
5422 College Ave, Oakland, CA
Tangy island concoctions and exotica tunes evoke tropical paradise at this East Bay tiki bar. -
Pacific Coast Brewing Co
906 Washington St, Oakland, CA
A good time is always on tap at this downtown bar that offers handcrafted ales, live music and upscale pub grub. -
Beckett's Irish Pub
2271 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA
Charming pub serves Irish beers, ales and food to a neighborhood and college crowd. -
The White Horse Inn
6551 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA
East Bay's landmark gay bar attracts both genders with theme nights and games.
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Claremont Resort & Spa
41 Tunnel Rd, Berkeley, CA
Live the privileged life at this posh resort that offers a full-service spa and plenty of recreational activities.
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Waterfront Plaza
10 Washington St, Oakland, CA
Charming hotel overlooks Oakland Harbor and provides easy access to San Francisco. -
Berkeley City Club
2315 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA
Historic community meeting place with intricate architecture hosts out-of-town guests in downtown. -
Marriott Oakland At City Center
1001 Broadway, Oakland, CA
An executive-friendly high-rise in Oakland's thriving business district.
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Spa Claremont
41 Tunnel Rd, Berkeley, CA
This small, cozy oasis is replete with cascading waterfalls, herb-infused bathtubs and awesome bay views. -
Azul Spa
889 Ensenada Ave, Berkeley, CA
North Berkeley retreat for the mind, body and soul offers specialty baths, facials and massages. -
Miracullum Spa
1355 North Main St, Walnut Creek, CA
Spa specializes in Botox, microdermabrasion and laser hair removal, among the usual body treatments and massages.
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Jack London Square
311 Broadway, Oakland, CA
Oakland's retail-entertainment mecca is a treat for shoppers and history buffs. -
Telegraph Avenue
Between Bancroft Ave and Parker St, Berkeley, CA
Creative vendors, street performers and artists showcase the vibe that put Berkeley on the map. -
Angel Island State Park
San Francisco, CA
Intriguing history and diverse wildlife make this island hillock in the San Francisco Bay a prime attraction. -
Paramount Theatre
2025 Broadway, Oakland, CA
An exquisitely maintained art-deco performing arts theater in downtown Oakland. -
Oakland Zoo
9777 Golf Links Rd, Oakland, CA
Animal lovers and children enjoy a variety of habitats at this zoo nestled in the Oakland Hills. -
McAfee Coliseum
7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland, CA
With a corporate sheen, this stadium hosts Oakland's home teams.
