Where to Eat in Jack London Square

With a culinary scene heavily anchoring Oakland's consecutive titles as the #1 Best Food City in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler readers, Jack London Square packs a lot of flavor onto the estuary. You can jump from a century-old dive bar to innovative, worker-owned cafes and waterfront seafood icons in the span of a single block.

Updated as of June 2026.

• Jack London Square Farmers’ Market — Operating year-round every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., this waterfront market doubles as a major outdoor brunch / lunch destination. Alongside the traditional grocery stalls, the market highlights an array of hot food vendors, local trucks, and pop-up stands. Find ready-to-eat street eatsfrom fresh tamales and hot-off-the-griddle savory snacks to artisanal sweet pastries and more.

• Reem's California / 85 Webster St. — A highly anticipated return to Oakland for chef Reem Assil's celebrated Arab street food concept. Operating as a vibrant waterfront cafe and wholesale commissary under a worker-owned cooperative model, this spacious flagship serves up signature flatbread wraps, fresh dips, and creative pastries that fuse Middle Eastern flavors with a distinct California touch.

• The Fat Lady / 201 Washington St. — Owned by the same family since 1970, this art-nouveau-inspired restaurant has been a local hot spot for more than 50 years. Come for the cocktails, steaks, and seafood, stay for the happy, familial atmosphere.

• Yoshi’s / 510 Embarcadero West — Originally a small sushi bar in North Berkeley, this jazz club and Japanese restaurant expanded to a 17,000-square-foot space in Jack London Square and earned a reputation as one of the world’s best jazz venues. Reserve a table at the restaurant to sample their Japanese and fusion-style menu, or book tickets for a show in their 310-seat venue.

• Noka Ramen & Bar / 90 Franklin St. — Using their signature Hakata Tonkotsu-style ramen broth and house-made noodles as a base, this Japanese eatery takes ramen to another level. Local favorites include Lobster Shio Ramen, featuring a 1.5-pound Maine lobster, and the Ikari Steak Ramen, with slow-cooked beef-rib confit.

• Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine / 336 Water St. — Situated directly on the waterfront, this indoor-outdoor restaurant specializes in highly visually styled, and spice-forward Thai comfort food. The menu features family-style platters, regional specialties like Khao Soi, and a prominent craft cocktail program.

• Bellanico Restaurant & Wine Bar / 4238 Park Blvd. — Tucked away in Oakland's charming Glenview neighborhood rather than the busy marina, this cozy dining spot centers on seasonal, rustic Italian fare. It features an array of house-made fresh pastas and a popular weekend brunch, alongside a heavily curated wine list highlighting distinctive, Old World bottles from across Italy.

• Scott's Seafood Grill & Bar / 2 Broadway — A true Jack London Square landmark that has anchored the waterfront for decades. This classic, upscale dining institution offers a refined atmosphere with great floor-to-ceiling views of the estuary, focusing on timeless seafood staples like fresh-shucked oysters, Dungeness crab cakes, and rich clam chowder.

• Souley Vegan / 101 Broadway — A famous plant-based pioneer originally established in Oakland in 2009. While its original storefront closed down, the brand recently made a triumphant return to the neighborhood, bringing its celebrated vegan interpretations of Southern comfort food—including plant-based fried "chicken," dairy-free mac and cheese, and seasoned greens—to a new home in Jack London Square.

• Everett & Jones Barbeque / 126 Broadway — A legendary, multigenerational family business serving the East Bay since 1973. This classic barbecue destination remains an essential stop for slow-cooked meats, highlighting oak-and-hickory smoked beef brisket, tender ribs, and house-crafted hot links drenched in their famous sweet and smoky sauce.

• Xingones / 190 4th St. — Located on the ground floor of the Fourth Street East apartments, this Latin- and women-owned restaurant combines Mexican street food with Southern comfort classics. Moving from a nearby sports bar into its own permanent space near Fourth Street East Apartments, the kitchen serves a menu ranging from street tacos to fried chicken and waffles.

• Odin Mezcalería / 444 Oak St. — Run by the team behind NIDO, this Mexico City-inspired cantina focuses on regional agave spirits with a selection of over 300 varieties of mezcal, tequila, and raicilla. The drink menu pairs with house-made botanas and street-style tacos.

• Citizen Pizza / 292 4th St. — Operating nightly as the resident kitchen inside Original Pattern Brewing Company, this setup serves long-fermented, Neapolitan-style pizzas. The menu features classic options alongside distinct toppings like tater tots and roasted shishito peppers.tions topped with tater tots or roasted shishito peppers.

• Seabreeze on the Dock / 31 Webster St. — Located on te marina, this casual seafood spot serves sustainably sourced items on its outdoor patio. The menu centers on classic coastal dishes, including clam chowder, seafood boils, and lobster rolls.

• ButtercuP / 229 Broadway — An East Bay diner tradition, this family-owned restaurant serves classic American breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The menu focuses on large portions of comfort food, including pancakes, burgers, and house-made pies, in a casual space. The capital "P" at the end of ButtercuP explicitly stands for Pie.

• Cenaduría Elvira / 468 3rd St. — Transitioning from an acclaimed backyard pop-up to a permanent brick-and-mortar space in early 2026, this Latina-owned restaurant brings the flavors of Jalisco to the neighborhood. The concise menu focuses on traditional regional comfort food, led by its signature thin and extra-crispy tostadas raspadas, pozole, and crunchy tacos dorados.

• Nation's Giant Hamburgers / 317 Broadway — A long-standing Bay Area chain, this casual diner has been operating a location near the waterfront since 1970. The straightforward menu centers on counter-service breakfast, oversized burgers with distinctively heavy toppings, and a wide selection of house-made pies by the slice or whole.