Dining and Accommodations

B Restaurant
B embodies the great qualities of Oakland: unpretentious, friendly, and creative. The food is seasonal and fresh—with personality. The pizzas cooked in the brick oven are delicious!
499 9th Street, Oakland
510.251.8770

Chez Panisse
Alice Waters ignited a culinary revolution when she opened Chez Panisse. Organic, locally grown ingredients are highlighted in this superb example of California cuisine. A fixed-price menu which changes daily is featured in the more formal downstairs dining room (reservations are required). The upstairs café is lively and much more casual.
1517 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley
510.548.5525

Tamarindo
Hand-crafted, modern interpretations of traditional Mexican cuisine. Flavors are bright and just spicy enough. The menu includes small plates and entrees, and the Sangria is refreshing and packs a punch. Don’t miss the housemade corn tortillas.
468 8th Street, Oakland
510.444.1944

Le Cheval
One of the best Vietnamese restaurants in the Bay Area, Le Cheval has become a local favorite of The Focal Point. The calamari and salty prawns are out of this world. Large, bustling restaurant with attentive and fast service. Great for take away.
1007 Clay Street, Oakland
510.763.8957

Max’s Diner
Casual and traditional American diner known for big sandwiches and matzo ball soup. Seth gives a hearty endorsement. Lunch and dinner with a full bar.
500 12th Street, Oakland
510.451.6297

Breads of India
A family-run joint with outstanding Indian food, and renowned for their delectable breads. No set menu, as it changes daily. Quality ingredients are always fresh. You'll often find Jeremy Young enjoying a garlic naan here. Cash only.
948 Clay Street, Oakland
510.834.7684

À Côté
This casual, hip restaurant in Oakland's Rockridge district specializes in small plates of seasonal Mediterranean cuisine. Dubbed “the best place for cocktails in the East Bay” by Oakland Urban Guide.
5478 College Avenue, Oakland
510.655.6469

Garibaldi’s
Located in Oakland’s Rockridge neighborhood, Garibaldi’s is a chic and friendly restaurant serving California and Mediterranean inspired cuisine. Start with the house marinated olives and save room for the chocolate budino.
5356 College Avenue, Oakland
510.595.4000

Oliveto Cafe & Restaurant
Oliveto Café serves informal, great tasting foods and is open all day, every day. The fine dining restaurant (upstairs) is known for its traditional Italian dishes made from local, seasonal products. The chocolate desserts should not be missed!
5655 College Avenue, Oakland
510.547.5356

Oakland Marriott City Center
Centrally located with convenient access to The Focal Point office (2 blocks), BART, and the Oakland Airport. Impressive views. Walking distance to great restaurants.
1001 Broadway, Oakland
510.451.4000

Waterfront Plaza Hotel
Located on the Oakland Harbor, in the heart of historic Jack London Square. A three-minute ride to downtown Oakland with the complimentary daily shuttle service.
10 Washington Street, Oakland
510.836.3800

The Claremont Resort & Spa
Historic hotel and resort, refined and classically elegant. Perched up in the Berkeley Hills with awesome views of the Bay. Enjoy live jazz four nights a week at The Paragon Bar & Café, a lively, casual dining spot.
41 Tunnel Road, Berkeley
510.843.3000

Mandarin Oriental Hotel, San Francisco
Located in the heart of San Francisco’s financial district. Three blocks from BART, two stops from Oakland City Center.
222 Sansome Street, San Francisco
415.276.3700

Hotel Vitale, San Francisco
New boutique hotel on San Francisco's waterfront. One block to BART, two stops from Oakland City Center. Americano Restaurant & Bar’s patio on the Embarcadero comes to life at night.
8 Mission Street, San Francisco
415.278.3700

St. Regis Hotel, San Francisco
Modern hotel, located in the vibrant SOMA area. One block from BART. Elegant American cuisine, complemented by a 300-bottle list of handcrafted wines, at AME resturant.
125 3rd Street, San Francisco
415.284.4000

Four Seasons Hotel, San Francisco
Distinctive hotel in the Yerba Buena cultural district. Two blocks from Union Square. BART on the same block, three stops from Oakland City Center.
757 Market Street, San Francisco
415.633.3000