If you just finished up a round of golf or just want to drink in the sun, drop by the Presidio Cafe.

Tacos Mi Rancho is a permanently parked taco truck near Lake Merritt in Oakland.

Lucky Three Seven is a Filipino spot serving adobo, lumpia, and wings. All dishes are made to-go, but you should absolutely stay awhile.

Vientian Cafe is a neighborhood Laotian, Thai, and Vietnamese spot in Allendale.

Clove and Hoof is a butcher shop and restaurant that does big burgers, big fried chicken sandwiches, and big Philly cheesesteaks.

Casual, welcoming Geta is one of the most affordable sushi spots in Oakland.

Burma Superstar in Oakland’s Temescal makes flavorful Burmese dishes - and a life-changing tea leaf salad.

Aburaya in Downtown Oakland is a punk-inspired space serving excellent Japanese fried chicken.

Reem’s California is a casual Arab bakery in Fruitvale serving pastries, wraps, and an incredible shakshuka on weekends.

Cosecha in Old Oakland’s Swan Market makes excellent tacos on handmade tortillas.

The original Champa Garden in Oakland’s Ivy Hill serves exceptional Laotian, Thai, and Vietnamese specialties.

Shan Dong serves hand-made noodles and exceptional Chinese dishes in Oakland’s Chinatown.

Um.ma in the Richmond is a great Korean restaurant with a huge back patio.

Zuni Cafe in Civic Center is an SF classic that still deserves your attention.

There isn’t a place in SF that’s more classic for dim sum than Yank Sing in SoMa.

Cafe St. Jorge is a great coffee shop for getting work done in Bernal Heights.