This place is always sooooo busy! I also think bc it's located in a busy plaza…read more You def have to wait on weekends and evenings. Most people aren't waiting in their cars as they are roaming the stores within the plaza so turn around time is slower than other locations. Just a busy parking lot in general at it's located in South shore

South Shore Center Tesla charging station…read more 523 S Shore Center W Alameda, CA 94501 United States There are 12 super chargers located in the Shore Center parking lot. This is an open air charging station you do not have to pay a fee to park. Pros : 12 superchargers Free parking Safe lot Lots of lighting night charging feel safe Fast charging Lot security guards Busy location, not isolated Convenient food, options while waiting (five guys chipotle Panera are the closest) Convenient grocery shopping while waiting (Safeway and Trader Joe's) near Walgreens Starbucks and Jamba Juice! Extremely close to Ulta great for you. Bad for your wallet. cons: Charging spaces are at back of lot, a not convenient walk for people with disability who might be charging. Could definitely use more charging stations in the vicinity. Pro tip: Restrooms available in Chipotle, Ulta, Safeway, Old Navy, and Panera. Overall, 10/10 would recommend this location although it is only 12 stalls it is by far the best safest, East Bay supercharge, charging station in the Oakland Alameda area.

Two out of six chargers out of order. Yet another example of one of the worst companies in the…read moreUnited states. Equipment is unreliable in the services of warrant.

UNSAFE!!!!!! No organization, no marked lines, total chaos. Have been in several situations at EA…read morewhere "line cutters" started fights with others; mosts recently an incident escalated into someone pulling out a gun. I believe your company has a responsibility to implement basic safety and organizational measures at your stations. I strongly urge you to: Employ attendants to oversee operations at busy stations Install security cameras and post clear signage indicating the area is under surveillance Add visible signage and permanent cones or markings to designate the correct waiting queue Customers should not have to risk their safety to access the services your company provides--especially when these stations are located in high-traffic areas without adequate oversight. I hope you will take this issue seriously and prioritize customer safety by making the necessary changes as soon as possible.

Needed to install a charger for a new EV, and was told by two electricians that I required more…read morerobust service, that is, a new panel, that would cost anywhere from $6 to $8 thousand, which took some of the joy of not paying $5.50 a gallon. EV Charger Expert proposed installing a smart plug that would monitor demand, and should demand overtax the existing service, throttle back demand from the car charger. That cost $1550 plus a $600 smart plug. The work was done quickly and it worked for Night One. I'm happy.

Worked with "EVCharger Expert" to install a 240V outlet for an EV charger in my garage and a…read morededicated 20A outlet for an over-the-range microwave. Overall, the job was completed successfully, passed inspection, and avoided a costly panel upgrade. But there were also a few areas where the process could have been handled more proactively. What I appreciated: * Technical expertise & cost savings: My service panel is limited (90A), and other contractors immediately suggested an expensive underground service upgrade. Kirill performed load calculation and recommended using an Emporia Pro charger with dynamic load management. That solution allowed me to safely add both the EV charging outlet and the microwave circuit without upgrading the service panel. * Permits & documentation: They provided the required licensing, insurance documentation and handled the city permitting and inspection process. The final inspection passed without issue. * Responsiveness: Communication was generally clear via email regarding quotes, scheduling, and permit updates. Where I believe the process could improve: We encountered a major obstacle when it was discovered that the crawl space was blocked by a concrete foundation wall, preventing wire routing as originally planned. Initially, there wasn't a clear alternative proposed. I ended up suggesting routing the wiring through the ceiling instead. While the team evaluated and successfully implemented that solution, I would have preferred if alternative routing strategies had been proactively identified earlier in the process. I also want to acknowledge Erin's craftsmanship. When we ultimately routed the wiring through the ceiling, he carefully navigated around existing plumbing lines and made precise cuts to minimize disruption. The finish work was clean and well executed. In the end, the installation works well, passed inspection, and achieved the primary goal of adding EV charging without a major panel upgrade. I would recommend them for homeowners with limited electrical capacity, especially if dynamic load management is needed.

If you visit South Shore Center, Modern Mouse is the absolute best reason to go. It's such a hidden…read moregem! It feels like a little slice of Japantown right here in Alameda. They have so much cool stuff from local artists, SO MANY stickers, stationery, artist prints, blind boxes and Pokémon cards. Great for gifts, and especially a good spot if you're visiting from out of town looking for unique local finds The owners and the staff are incredibly sweet and welcoming. Shop is right across from FAAS, so a perfect chance to visit the kitten room too or pet some adorable bunnies. Also huge shoutout to South Shore Cafe for one of the best breakfasts on the island. Staff also is incredible and always a 10/10. Support local!

This is for Santa on Xmas Eve 2025 - we arrived at 230p and stood in line until 4p and were the…read morefirst ones in line before they cut it off bc they closed at 4p. The female worker at the cashier wanted to get her family in (they were right in front of us) and lied to the rest of the line that was in the building already they it would be fine. Her family was the only family that was allowed to take professional photos with Santa before security came to cut the line off. Nepotism at its finest despite the fact it was already 4p. Common sense and common courtesy was lacking in Christmas spirit today. Luckily, Santa had the Xmas spirit and took selfies with the rest of us in line (the long line outside, I'm not so sure). The employees need to be trained in managing the line better and cutting it off before people stand in line for over an hour. Thanks, Santa! Next year they should have two monitors - one to take the photos and the other so people can select. Then all the employees can be doing something useful at all times to keep the line moving along. Otherwise, it was the same person - the photographer taking the photos, helping choose the photos, explaining the packages, etc. Super inefficient when there is a line - you could tell they weren't used to it.

Great location for a charging station as its convenient to some restaurants, a coffee shop and a…read moregrocery store - - and its super close to where I live but every time I go the charger is down. The last two times I visited here I was at 3% - its not fun. They put this snail or turtle on the dash - and you get this message - something like - you don't have as much power. I once tried to merge onto the highway with this snail on the dash and my little rocket had less power than a 1984 240d - and if your not sure what that is - only thoughts and prayers can get you up to speed in those. Great for IG photos and for looking at on the driveway - but not that pleasant of a daily. I like the Raley's grocery store and there is a coffee shop inside that overlooks the little moat beteween Alameda and Oakland - its a fine place to hang for 45 minutes while it charges - that is if it worked. The last two times the broken charger was of course open and the other working one taken. I think there are only two chargers. Some can charge two cars at one time but I don't think these.... I'm not exactly sure though since it was down each time I went. There was a sign on the broken EV charger. Read something like they knew that it was down and they were fixing it. There are so many private EV chargers on the map - and when you are low with range anxiety and the snail its not a good place to be. That night I ended up going home and getting 15% over night - something that could be done here in 6 minutes if it worked. That 15% did get me the next day to a working charger a bit more away in the Alameda landing shopping center.

The chargers are located just off the freeway so it's really convenient. Pricing is better than…read moremost even during peak times. There's fast food and a fitness place within the same lot for convenience. Everything is great here except: - Smells of urine - Trash discarded all around the stalls - Unhoused people roaming around And despite all of that, I still return to this charger when I go to this side of the bay.

It's like no one care anymore in Oaktown. I'm not sure of another supercharger more dirtier than…read morethis one.

Great location for charging as there are many nearby points of interest. Also police parking next…read moredoor = as safe as Oakland gets. Fat Lady, Jack London Square - endless bars. Check the EVgo app before you come. Make sure that there are open working chargers. The EV technology and cars today have come a long way. 45 minutes on a fast charger can last you all week.

Nice to have more options for ev charging... however many of these stall do not work…read more Also not compatible for Tesla's even with the adapter. There are 8 stalls but only a few work.

Awesome friendly place. Great place to watch a game and hang with some good people. Friendly staff,…read moreand good drinks at a reasonable price

Amazing drinks and amazing staff! Great setting inside with tons of fun bar games definitely a…read morestaple in alameda!

Gracie Joy Jitsu in Alameda has been a game-changer! The kids' Bully Proof program is absolutely…read morephenomenal. Coach Chelsea, Coach Mark, and Coach Travis create such a safe, positive, and fun environment where kids not only learn self-defense but also build confidence, discipline, and respect. They teach practical skills in a way that's engaging and empowering for kids, helping them know how to handle tough situations without ever promoting aggression. You can tell each coach genuinely cares about the kids--they're patient, encouraging, and great at connecting with every student. If you're looking for a program in Alameda that helps kids stand tall, stay safe, and believe in themselves, Gracie Joy Jitsu's Bully Proof class is the perfect choice!

While in from out of town for work, I was warmly welcomed to join a Combatives class. Chelsea Burgo…read morelead the class with deep technical and teaching skills. Fellow students were good training partners and all about improving each other as a community. Highly recommended!