Alameda, Alameda County, CA
Places to go in Alameda
39 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
Food & Drink
Pier 29 Waterfront Restaurant & Bar
Steak & seafood star in this family-friendly restaurant with a full bar, patio & waterfront views.
1148 Ballena Blvd, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
Outdoors
Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach
This scenic park features a biking trail, plus areas for picnicking, swimming & water sports.
8th Street, Otis Dr, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
Food & Drink
Scolari's Good Eats
Compact go-to for stromboli, burgers & Buffalo fries with optional delivery to the bar next door.
1303 Park St, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
Shopping
South Shore Center
Vast waterfront shopping complex housing a variety of national retailers & chain eateries.
523 S Shore Center, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
Food & Drink
Southshore Cafe
531 S Shore Center, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
Nightlife
Speisekammer
Quaint German restaurant & bar offering classic dishes, lots of draft beers & occasional live music.
2424 Lincoln Ave, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
Food & Drink
Spinning Bones
A contemporary locale known for rotisserie meats & American sides, plus a few vegetarian items.
1205 Park St, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
Food & Drink
The Hobnob
1313 Park St, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
Food & Drink
The Local
Coffee, tea & sandwiches in a historical structure with Wi-Fi & a friendly neighborhood feel.
1333 Park St, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
Food & Drink
The Park Street Tavern
1901 Park St, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
Food & Drink
The Star on Park
Subs, salads & Chicago-style pizza in airy digs with exposed-brick walls, chandeliers & a full bar.
1400 Park St, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
Food & Drink
Trabocco Kitchen and Cocktails
Stylish, lively restaurant serving locavore Californian & Italian fare & drinks in spacious digs.
2213 S Shore Center, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
Arts & Culture
USS Hornet - Sea, Air and Space Museum
Aircraft carrier that participated in WWII & the Apollo 11 recovery mission now a museum with tours.
707 W Hornet Ave, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
Outdoors
Washington Park
Green space with baseball & soccer fields, basketball & tennis courts, a playground & picnic tables.
740 Central Ave, Alameda, CA 94501, USA
Food & Drink
Wescafe
Cozy coffeehouse featuring baked goods, sandwiches & java drinks plus ample courtyard seating.
1518 Webster St, Alameda, CA 94501, USA