Suggestions for Casual places near Oakland

X • August 15, 2018Awesome music!! Pinball machines, nice laid back place👍

Joshua • March 7, 2014The folks at bicycle coffee are awesome. Super chill, good spirited, and the medium roast kills it. Worth the 1.5 minute trip past blue bottle everytime

Vansi • April 1, 2016It's loud and takes a while to get a table on the weekend. But the beers decent and it's a nice place to chill.

cami j. • March 13, 2020chill vibes great beers. what’s not to like?

Frank K. • June 6, 2015Nice and chill bottleshop bar with a nice selection of draft craft brews.

Clinton W. • August 31, 2018Good wings. Chill patio area. Beer on tap

Liz P. • August 5, 2018In Oakland for First Friday and hungry? Skip the overcrowded food stalls and restaurants right near the action. Swan’s Market a 15 minute walk - good options and space to sit and chill with friends.

John W. • December 31, 2017Blackwater Station reborn with a 9-cocktail menu (3 on draft!) & Michelin man James Syhabout’s casual menu of Hainanese chicken & fried chicken sandwich. Chicken broth & chick fat rice sides are great

Jeff K. • August 17, 2013Excellent! Great casual comfortable atmosphere. Everything our group ordered was yummy! Get the New Orleans coffee!

Gene W. • May 1, 2011Great place to chill, read a book or run.

Fernanda A. • August 17, 2014Amazing place to relax, read a book or just watch the squirrels and roses!

Megan Allison • January 27, 2022Like Arizmendi pizza but bigger and with meat options. Get the spicy ranch. Delicious. Chill vibes.

Anna L. • March 15, 2017Chill staff and great chai tea lattes

Brook S. • December 2, 2018Tasty cocktails and a chill outdoor patio.

Rob • November 10, 2018Lovely relaxed vibe and great tunes, the coffee is pretty solid too.

Craig V. • August 12, 2016Fish tacos, guac and chips, agua frescas. All tasty. Casual, colorful dining & take out.

Brian S. • September 7, 2016Very good espresso and a relaxing spot to sit for a spell at the Hive.

Brook S. • December 1, 2018Great sushi and a chill vibe. This place is kinda small, but its low-key nature belays the amazing food quality.

Mortiche W. • May 17, 2014Great roasted veggies in the chill case, organic meats in their sammies, and the cookies always sell out fast.

Charlotte C. • December 24, 2017Perfect for a cheap casual bite

S • August 23, 2015Homemade biscuits and pastries are amazing.

Brian S. • October 17, 2016Love the chill evening vibe here on the weekends. Great multicultural Oakland crowd. Definitely feels like home. Good cocktails.

Angelica D. • July 13, 2016Lounge furniture, TVs, and fries make this a chill spot for sports fans or happy hour groups.

Phillip W. • August 8, 2014Great specials, artisan food, craft beers, and low key atmosphere.

James S. • December 7, 2016Decent coffee. The highlight for me are the bagel sandwiches, relaxed environment, and great location.

Chiara • June 16, 2015Staff are super friendly. Chill place to go...

Swan D. • November 13, 2015Great drinks! Good beer selection. Amazing empanadas!!

Kjell K. • July 12, 2018Oakland Chill, great!! And super friendly owner!

Ryan B. • August 2, 2016Yum! Custom ice cream cookie sandwiches with delectable ice cream. Cookies not required, although highly suggested.