Elaine's Alameda Guidebook

Elaine
Elaine's Alameda Guidebook

Sightseeing

This beach has everything you can ask for - picnic area, BBQ grills, dog park, little garden, kite surfing, and right next to Washington Park
106 residents recomanen
Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach
Otis Drive
106 residents recomanen
This beach has everything you can ask for - picnic area, BBQ grills, dog park, little garden, kite surfing, and right next to Washington Park
One of the biggest parks in Alameda that is part of a continuous stretch of land to the beach. There’s a baseball field, basketball court, play structure, dog park, several small ponds where you’ll see cute ducks and amazing views of San Francisco.
9 residents recomanen
Washington Park
740 Central Ave
9 residents recomanen
One of the biggest parks in Alameda that is part of a continuous stretch of land to the beach. There’s a baseball field, basketball court, play structure, dog park, several small ponds where you’ll see cute ducks and amazing views of San Francisco.
Less than 10 minute walk from the property! You can even see great views of San Francisco’s skyline from across the Bay.
38 residents recomanen
Platja d'Alameda
2351 Shore Line Dr
38 residents recomanen
Less than 10 minute walk from the property! You can even see great views of San Francisco’s skyline from across the Bay.
This USS Hornet aircraft served in WWII and the Vietnam War before docking for good as a floating museum. This historical landmark is packed with nostalgia you don’t want to miss.
88 residents recomanen
Museu USS Hornet - Mar, Aire i Espai
707 W Hornet Ave
88 residents recomanen
This USS Hornet aircraft served in WWII and the Vietnam War before docking for good as a floating museum. This historical landmark is packed with nostalgia you don’t want to miss.
There's a sense of tranquility that lingers here.
63 residents recomanen
Crab Cove Visitor Center
1252 McKay Ave
63 residents recomanen
There's a sense of tranquility that lingers here.

Food scene

Most of these recommendations are in Alameda with a few from Oakland that I must include :)
Order their signature waffles by dining in this famous old school diner since 1927!
30 residents recomanen
Ole's Waffle Shop
1507 Park St
30 residents recomanen
Order their signature waffles by dining in this famous old school diner since 1927!
Known for its famously stacked cheeseburgers
39 residents recomanen
Scolari's Good Eats
1303 Park St
39 residents recomanen
Known for its famously stacked cheeseburgers
“Life is uncertain. Eat dessert first.” An Alameda favorite since 1941.
31 residents recomanen
Tucker's Super Creamed Ice Cream
1349 Park St
31 residents recomanen
“Life is uncertain. Eat dessert first.” An Alameda favorite since 1941.
Local favorite to get fancy cocktails and great Mexican food!
33 residents recomanen
La Penca Azul
1440 Park St
33 residents recomanen
Local favorite to get fancy cocktails and great Mexican food!
Located on the West End of Alameda (also another downtown area), Cafe Jolie has the best brunch options!
40 residents recomanen
Cafe Jolie
1500 Webster St
40 residents recomanen
Located on the West End of Alameda (also another downtown area), Cafe Jolie has the best brunch options!
Some top faves: disco fries, shrimp garlic noodles, salt and pepper wings, mango and guava margarita
12 residents recomanen
Monkey King Pub & Grub
1315 Park St
12 residents recomanen
Some top faves: disco fries, shrimp garlic noodles, salt and pepper wings, mango and guava margarita
I personally love all of their special rolls. Whenever my family and I eat Sushi House, we almost always order the Sashimi Boat!
41 residents recomanen
Sushi House
2375 Shore Line Dr
41 residents recomanen
I personally love all of their special rolls. Whenever my family and I eat Sushi House, we almost always order the Sashimi Boat!
Move over Popeyes, and gimme some HOTBOYSSS!! Best chicken sandwich ever! (located in Oakland)
7 residents recomanen
World Famous HotBoys
1601 San Pablo Avenue
7 residents recomanen
Move over Popeyes, and gimme some HOTBOYSSS!! Best chicken sandwich ever! (located in Oakland)
Located right inside South Shore Center, this ;ovely Italian restaurant has such a beautiful ambiance and great for special occasions!
71 residents recomanen
Trabocco Kitchen and Cocktails
2213 S Shore Center
71 residents recomanen
Located right inside South Shore Center, this ;ovely Italian restaurant has such a beautiful ambiance and great for special occasions!
There's a bunch of KBBQ establishments in Oakland but I'm really glad there's one in Alameda now!
Ohgane Alameda
2211 South Shore Center
There's a bunch of KBBQ establishments in Oakland but I'm really glad there's one in Alameda now!

Craft Beer & Spirits Scene

Great vibes in this spacious barn-looking-warehouse with awesome selection of beers. Group/kid/dog-friendly!
19 residents recomanen
Almanac Barrel House, Brewery, and Taproom
651 W Tower Ave
19 residents recomanen
Great vibes in this spacious barn-looking-warehouse with awesome selection of beers. Group/kid/dog-friendly!
Located in what used to be a navy base. Great alternative if you don’t want to make the drive to Napa. Great views of San Francisco especially during sunsets.
56 residents recomanen
Rock Wall Wine Company
2301 Monarch St
56 residents recomanen
Located in what used to be a navy base. Great alternative if you don’t want to make the drive to Napa. Great views of San Francisco especially during sunsets.
Alameda literally has everything, including it’s very own tiki bar! They serve top-notch tropical cocktails and flaming punch bowls!
71 residents recomanen
Forbidden Island
1304 Lincoln Ave
71 residents recomanen
Alameda literally has everything, including it’s very own tiki bar! They serve top-notch tropical cocktails and flaming punch bowls!
Within walking distance from the property, AIBC is on the main street of Alameda. They have several beers on tap. If you’re hungry, you can get Monkey King next door and even ice cream from Alameda Scoop!
20 residents recomanen
Alameda Island Brewing Company
1716 Park St
20 residents recomanen
Within walking distance from the property, AIBC is on the main street of Alameda. They have several beers on tap. If you’re hungry, you can get Monkey King next door and even ice cream from Alameda Scoop!

Things To Do

This 1932 Art Deco theater had its curtains closed for nearly 40 years until it reopened in 2008. Today the cineplex draws moviegoers with its historic neon sign, ornate lobby, and dining options.
87 residents recomanen
Alameda Theatre & Cineplex
2317 Central Ave
87 residents recomanen
This 1932 Art Deco theater had its curtains closed for nearly 40 years until it reopened in 2008. Today the cineplex draws moviegoers with its historic neon sign, ornate lobby, and dining options.
Fellow pinheads: this museum features upwards of 90 fully restored machines all set for free play (except a few coined games in the front lobby)
68 residents recomanen
Pacific Pinball Museum
1510 Webster St
68 residents recomanen
Fellow pinheads: this museum features upwards of 90 fully restored machines all set for free play (except a few coined games in the front lobby)
Level up at High Scores, where $6 gets you an hour of free play on dozens of classic arcade games, Donkey Kong and Galaga included.
18 residents recomanen
High Scores Arcade
1414 Park St
18 residents recomanen
Level up at High Scores, where $6 gets you an hour of free play on dozens of classic arcade games, Donkey Kong and Galaga included.
AMF is now called Bowlero Alameda and it's located right across the street from Alameda Beach and South Shore Center.
10 residents recomanen
AMF Southshore Lanes
300 Park St
10 residents recomanen
AMF is now called Bowlero Alameda and it's located right across the street from Alameda Beach and South Shore Center.

Boba or Bubble Tea

I feel like it's appropriate to have a boba section considering how much boba culture have grown ;)
Yifang Taiwan Fruit Tea
409 South Shore Center
Ding Tea
1342 Park Street
iTea Alameda
1626 Park Street
T4
4532 Lone Tree Way
13 residents recomanen
Gong Cha
110 S B St
13 residents recomanen
Raretea
2670 5th Street
Top Up Tea
650 Central Avenue
Happy Lemon