Bushrod neighborhood guide
Food scene
The best pizza around and only a short walk from our place.
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Nick's Pizza and Bakery Made in Oakland
6400 Shattuck AveThe best pizza around and only a short walk from our place.
Alchemy Collective Cafe and Roaster
1741 Alcatraz AveBest latte around.
This farmer's market meets on Tuesdays 2 - 6:30pm.
There's all sorts of fresh produce, as well as baked goods and ready made food. We recommend Andy & Cindy's thai food.
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South Berkeley (Tuesday) Farmers' Market
63rd StreetThis farmer's market meets on Tuesdays 2 - 6:30pm.
There's all sorts of fresh produce, as well as baked goods and ready made food. We recommend Andy & Cindy's thai food.
Parks
Plenty of open space a block and a half from our home. Bring your soccer balls, frisbees, basket balls, or tennis rackets.
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Bushrod Park
560 59th StPlenty of open space a block and a half from our home. Bring your soccer balls, frisbees, basket balls, or tennis rackets.
This park has an edible garden around the outside. It's a popular spot for all ages, with a play area and lots of grass to picnic on.
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Dover Park
5707 Dover StThis park has an edible garden around the outside. It's a popular spot for all ages, with a play area and lots of grass to picnic on.
Walks
Great for a walk any time of day, from 61st st all the way down to 55th st and beyond. Many locals stretch their legs along this safe streets stretch.
Dover Street
Dover StreetGreat for a walk any time of day, from 61st st all the way down to 55th st and beyond. Many locals stretch their legs along this safe streets stretch.