I have been delighted to shop here during the pandemic and cannot express how pleased I am that…read moreMarket Hall limits entrance to 10 customers at a time max. Everyone has been super polite, customers and staff, and the management watches the line closely, as soon as the queue builds up, another register is opened. Thank you Market Hall for such a pleasant shopping experience and for your delightful, high quality foods. * I am so weak for your fresh pappardelle and prosciutto tortellini, learned today that the meat pastas are made with house cured Belotti meats!

This market sells all kinds of things- produce, spices, fresh meat/ seafood, a wine shop, cheese,…read morerefrigerated already made food, and a bakery. Pretty pricey though. Bought some sausages from the butcher and it was $13 for a little package of 4. At the bakery, we bought a slice of chocolate mousse cake, a slice of princess cake, a slice of lemon cheesecake, mini fruit tart, a loaf of sourdough bread, and challah bread- total was a little over $50+. The service was amazing. My husband was inquiring about how an almond cookie tasted like and they took one out of the case and cut it so we could taste it. Everything else we ordered though was delicious. Cheesecake was rich and creamy, the princess cake was moist, the mini fruit tart was fresh, and the chocolate mousse was rich. The challah bread was soft and you can't taste the good quality olive oil that was used. Added bonus is there is a free parking lot in the back. Free parking in Oakland?!? Heck yea!

Love that they have such a massive variety of items from hair care, dental care, laundry, cleaning,…read morefeminine hygiene, shower & bath, storage bags & containers, nuts, dried fruits, and all sorts of food ingredients! Love that they are non-toxic and even some are organic. I recently started my non-toxic journey and Re-Up is definitely a great place to start. Tips for if you've never shopped at a refillery: they have scales so you can weigh the container (either that you buy from them or bring in your own empty or not empty), stick a piece of tape to container and wright the weight (before you fill their products). This way, when they weigh the container at checkout, they will subtract the weight you wrote down so you only pay what you filled there. If you are at their spice and powdered items, they have clean scoops you can use and make sure to place them in the used spot after use. Below the scale next to that spices and powdered area, there are rags you can use to clean up your container or counter if you spilled anything. There are actually 3 scales around the stores. And they have a rewards program where you can get a card that the cashier can mark every time you make a purchase.

I stumbled upon here randomly, and I was happy that I got the chance to browse. They have every…read morehousehold item for you to refill your product on. From dish soap to detergent to cooking oil and spices. There is a wide range of everything. I was curious about the oils they had there. Everything is priced per weight. You can bring your own container. Love the idea of this place to help the community go green.

I LOVED the Berkeley location! But they closed :( this location seems a bit larger and in a more…read moretransit area next to bart. Still offers same high end food and snacks. A variety of groceries and prepared food are both found here and you can't go wrong. No pets allowed either. Fun place to buy Christmas gifts. The Berkeley staff was super friendly, I can't say I know the Oakland staff but I'm assuming some of the same people transferred over which means same friendly staff as always.

Conveniently located right on College Avenue, across the street from the Rockridge BART station…read more This small and cozy grocery mart has a nice selection of specialty foods snd pantry items that are either made locally/on-site (like fresh pasta and hot deli foods), or imported from Spain, Italy, etc. Prices are at midrange to higher premium because of this. I love their cured meats and cheese sections. Both have a quality selection and solid varieties to choose from. I also like how they will cut fresh pasta for you too. The hot foods in the deli section also looked really good, and there's a bakery with freshly made sweet/savory goodies as well as a changing pizza special every other day. Every section seems to always have a line in their cozy space, so it can sometimes be hard to navigate around to shop. You will need to take a number ticket at each station that you want service from (bakery, hot deli, butcher, etc). The bakery has their own cashier, but the other sections all seem to be paid at 2 registers at the end of the small market hall.

All. The. Spices! I…read moremay have temporarily lost my sense of smell while so, so excitedly sniffing ALL the scents, but I finally made a decision (with a little help from the nice employees). My favorite so far is the smoked salt because it's so versatile! I also bought a guava jam that looked so divine, but sadly the airport trashed it (I am convinced they just ate it because again...it looked so yummy), so maybe one day I'll try again! I will be back next time I'm in the bay to stock up on more spices.

You'll know you're right at home as soon as you walk through the door. For anybody that's wondered…read morerows of disorganized shelves of stuff all over the place or spots that are less than well kept, look no further. Oaktown Spice Shop is immaculate, well organized, and staffed with folks that are quite passionate about the goods! Also helps that it smells amazing, but it really speaks to the quality of their stuff. If you had any doubts about them, put that to rest and just visit or use their online store! Any foodie worth their salt (hah get it) will be able to appreciate what this place has to offer.

Sfizio serves up incredible homemade pasta with a wonderfully straightforward menu. It has been…read morepopular since day one, and luckily, we live close by! The Wait and Drinks: We arrived around 6:30 PM on a Friday evening and joined the line. Even with 4 to 5 small groups ahead of us, the queue moved quickly thanks to the incredibly efficient staff working hard to get tables ready. To pass the time, we each ordered a low-alcohol cocktail while waiting: SFIZIO: Made with amaro, mazzura, and tonic lime. It was surprisingly flavorful! NEGRONI SBAGLIATO: A delicious blend of mazzura, vermouth, and prosecco. SONOMA ROSÉ: A refreshing mix of rosé aperitif, strawberry, soda, and mint. When we reached the front, we placed our order for appetizers and pastas right before being led to our table. The food arrived the fast. The Appetizers: GRILLED SUMMER SQUASH (cherry tomatoes, yogurt, za'atar oil) - The flavors were perfectly balanced. The herby notes combined with the sweet summer veggies made this very enjoyable. GRILLED SHRIMP + MELON (adobo, cucumber, mint) - A standout dish! I absolutely loved the adobo sauce with the shrimp, and the sweet, ripe melon paired beautifully with it. The Pastas: (Full disclosure: I forgot to take photos for pasta dishes because we dove right in, but they tasted amazing!) SPAGHETTI (tomato sauce, basil, grana, and meatballs) - This is a staple on their permanent menu for a reason. Always reliable, always good. TAGLIATELLE (morel mushrooms, fresh corn, crème fraîche) - Absolutely sublime. The seasonal ingredients really shined here. CASARECCE (basil-walnut pesto, green beans) - Divine. The pasta had a perfect, chewy texture, and the subtle pesto flavor wasn't overwhelming. Pro-Tips for Customers: Keep coming back: Their menu changes every 2 to 4 weeks, so there is always something new and seasonal to try alongside their staple dishes! Don't fear the queue: Don't let a line outside scare you off. Their ordering system and staff are so efficient that you'll be sitting down with hot food in no time.

Sfizio is a very cute spot that is perfect for small groups of 4 or less. Much larger groups can be…read moreaccommodated outside. Our pastas came out within minutes of ordering. The pasta was the perfect al dente and each dish we ordered was very well rounded in flavor. I especially loved my corn and scallion oil pasta. The service is very fast. They were quite attentive to ask whether my friend was ready for another refill on his beer. The staff was also attentive on clearing empty plates. However, once 2 of my friends were finished with their meal, they stopped paying attention to our table for water refills. It was very apparent they were focused on turning tables which is fair since there are only so few tables inside. During my visit, Sfizio did not give the sort of ambiance of being the place to have a thorough sit down dinner. It is definitely was the spot to eat dinner rather quickly to pop over to the next destination of our night.

Super cute shop with really unique sugars, salts, and spice blends! Very kind store owner and…read moreemployees who helped me find what I was looking for.

Without a doubt, this is one of the more "fun stores" to shop at. The first time I was here I was…read morejust walking by, I came back to really go through the items. I don't know how much time I spent going through the shelves here but it was substantial. I had a great time and came away with fun items but was restricted do to the fact that I was traveling. Good thing for on-line stores. The venue is just so comfortable. It is decorated very well for a very comfortable location. It was a great idea to offer samples of many of their products and that alone helped me pick two of the three items I purchased. The problem was that after tasting, I wanted it all. Again, good thing that there is an on-line presence to purchase items. A couple of my personal favorites were the fish seasoning and anything mixed with salt. (lol) This shop is definitely and plus for the shopping experience. I had an opportunity to speak with the owner, Monique. Such a delightful individual. She was very Helpful and extremely personalble. KUDOs to the team at Old Salt Merchamts

$7.72 Margherita: the fluffiest most delicate focaccia ever. This was very unique; I really liked…read moreit. Despite being full from already having eaten a lunch, I almost wanna go back and grab a second slice of this.

I was around the area, had done quite a bit of walking, and wanted something light that wouldn't…read moreleave me feeling too heavy. I came across Casa Barotti on Yelp, saw the photos, and it immediately caught my attention. The moment I walked in, the atmosphere reminded me of a calm little lounge. The music and overall vibe made it a really relaxing place to sit and eat. I was greeted and welcomed by one of the staff members, and since it was my first time, he was very patient and helpful when I had questions. After ordering, I sat by the wall and noticed some of the little details around the restaurant. They were pretty creative, even using an empty tomato can to hold the utensils and everything you need to eat! They also had pepper and chili oil available on the side. I wouldn't have minded having some extra seasonings like dried oregano, but that's just a small preference. I ordered the classic Margherita pizza and the mushroom & leek pizza. The presentation was beautiful. Both pizzas came out fresh from the oven on wooden boards, and they even sliced them up. The crust had the perfect crunch, and the Margherita was simple but incredibly flavorful without feeling too heavy. But if you're feeling adventurous, I'd definitely recommend trying the mushroom & leek. It was absolutely mouthwatering and had so much flavor. Overall, this was a really enjoyable meal with a great atmosphere, beautiful presentation, and delicious pizza. I'd definitely come back again

We had an 8 PM reservation and had to wait a little bit, but the food came out quickly and…read moreeverything was delicious. Our favorite was actually the house-made vanilla ice cream in the affogato. Shoutout to Paige for answering all our questions and being so patient with us. We've been here several times now and the food and service have always been great. Sitting out on the patio was nice for these summer nights. Definitely a place we'll keep coming back to for date nights and special occasions!

my uncle recently treated us to a nice meal here in Belotti…read more Can't tell you enough how authentic this meal was The ambience was an indoor and outdoor seating italian restaurant! The food here was great. The service was awesome.

Yasai is conveniently located close to Philz, Safeway, La Farine, Wisteria, and other dining…read morelocations. It's very organized and offers many options for fruits, vegetables, fresh noodles, Asian snacks, Asian sauces, drinks, and dried goods. While small, many options are available. When there was a shortage of Sriracha, Yasai was the one spot I could find large bottles of it. They offer fresh, in-season produce and keep it maintained well-- while I was there, one of the employees refreshed vegetables as they needed re-filling.

Yasai is a wonderful corner market that fills the gap for an Asian grocery store in the south…read moreBerkeley area. I come here regularly to stock up on Japanese snacks, green tea, kimchi, napa cabbage, and mushrooms that I can't find at Safeway or Trader Joes. Thank you Yasai for your reliability and community feel!

Belotti Bottega does it again! This has become my go-to spot for authentic Italian food in Oakland…read more The pasta is always fresh and so good. They also sell fresh pasta and some of their sauces to take home. The restaurant itself is small and cozy, with a great selection of Italian dishes. I've tried quite a few Italian spots around the Bay, and some have been hit or miss, but Belotti is consistently good. I always leave happy!

I bought the authentic Italian hype. Big time NO. Spaghetti pomodoro was soggy, not al dente…read more Tomato sauce could have been brighter. Also how hard is it to put a basil leaf on it? Anchovy pasta had good flavor and fortunately wasn't too salty, as anchovy pastas tend to run the risk of. But the bottom of the bowl had about a 1/3 cup of oil left. Basically so much oil that the sauce had separated. It was off-putting. I felt like it was some kind of college student takeout food. Which is fine, just price it accordingly. IMO this is too pricey for what you get. And not worth the calories.