Rockridge
Rockridge: A modern Guide to one of Oakland's stylish
neighborhoods.
Food
Noodle Theory (6099 Claremont Ave.)
The hand-wrapped pork and Chinese chive dumplings, Niman Ranch beef udon soup noodle and the grilled salmon over curried sauteed noddles are a must. Located at the corner of College and Claremont avenue, Noddle Theory has been the go to place for locals and tourist.
Ramen Shop (5812 College Ave)
Weekend brunch ranges from a trout- and pungent pickle-laced Japanese breakfast to matcha beignets; uni butter– or Meyer lemon–tinged ramens dominate the dinner menu. The Black sesame ice cream is also one of a kind.
Oori Rice Triangles (6000 College Ave.)
Each little bite of the seaweed-wrapped rice triangles will remind you of the goodness comes packed with protein ranging from short rib to unagi to ume (pickled plum), and plates and salads are also available for diners who don’t want to be reminded of the Pythagorean theorem when ordering.
Oliveto Restaurant and Cafe (5655 College Ave.)
You’d like to start with the house-made pasta (grab the short-rib gnocchi if it’s available) and charcoal grilled meats broken down and cured in-house. The restaurant combines seasonal fresh ingredients on Italian classics.
Philz Coffee (6310 College Ave.) and Smitten Ice Cream (5800 College Ave.)
If you are looking for a solid bay area mainstays these two are a good option. Satisfy your caffeine and Ice cream needs with a one-two mint punch with a mint mojito iced coffee and fresh mint chip ice cream.
Cloting
Lesley Evers (5501 College Ave.)
The shop manages to merge preppy and printed styles for office-appropriate attire. The flattering fits seamlessly transitions from the boardroom to happy hour, and owner Evers prioritizes using real-life women for her online store to illustrate how her clothes look on non-model bodies.
Bella Vita (5511 College Ave.)
Don’t mistake it for just a children’s boutique. Bella Vita also specializes in brightly printed jumpsuits, tops, skirts, and dresses that would make Zooey Deschanel proud.
