Renaissance is a huge Russian spot in the Richmond that’s great for big groups.

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

Farmhouse Kitchen in Oakland’s Jack London is a festive Thai restaurant perfect for birthdays and large groups.

You’ll want to take your time eating fried chicken and waffles, beignets, and mimosas at Brown Sugar Kitchen in Oakland.

Enssaro is a busy Ethiopian restaurant in Adams Point serving spiced, simmered, and sautéed meats and vegetables.

Kingston 11 in Uptown Oaklan is a lively Jamaican restaurant that’s great for groups.

Order rum cocktails and skillet-fried chicken at this laid-back Caribbean spot in Old Oakland.

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.

This Korean pub is open until 2am, so come here for late-night soju, BBQ, and chicken wings.

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

Nari is a Thai restaurant in Japantown with a breathtaking dining room and food worth traveling across town for.

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

Dear Inga in the Mission serves incredible Eastern European comfort food in a beautiful space that looks straight out of a magazine.

Westwood is a Marina bar that turns into a party every weekend. Ride the mechanical bull at your own risk.

Fentons Creamery is an over 100-year-old ice cream shop serving sundaes, banana splits, and shakes in Oakland.