I'm a baller on a budget and I totally take advantage of $5 movie nite at ALAMEDA THEATER…read more OK it's now $6 movie nights Anyway I always park here in this garage It's safe and clean Electrical charging available Garage is literally next door to the theater

This place may have been 5 stars in the past, but today it is not…read more As of this review, the 3rd floor is a homeless camp. Littered with trash and multiple tents. This is visible from the CVS parking lot. In another corner of the garage was someone I believed to be dead, or dying from an overdose, until they noticed me and began moving. Sights like these always break my heart. Although this is very sad, it is also very unsafe. There is no security at this location, so definitely park AT YOUR OWN RISK.

Mostly I am just posting to combat the ridiculous commentary about this library that is dropping…read moreits rating. It is small and old school. It is what it is... and that is fine. It doesn't need to have a huge catalog. When I go there, I'm not looking for something specific. I see what finds me. I quit streaming movies a few months ago. Every time I pop in on my early evening walk they have something interesting on disc. Same with books. I've been introduced to a ton of interesting stuff by being restricted in my choice. To me, that's a good thing. If you need something specific you can head over to the main branch. And comments on it being "old and musty" -- omg, I'm not even going to comment on that. I'm grateful to have this branch in my neighborhood!

I typically have a great experience at this library. There is a librarian who works here who wears…read moreglasses and has shorter hair. She's very kind and has helped me as a regular patron and as a teacher patron. Today I went with a friend and her toddler. Mind you, the library is outfitted with tons of accommodations for toddlers. You can't have toddler toys, toddler books, toddler attractions in GENERAL be irritated when a toddler acts like a toddler. My friends son was excited, and playing with toys. This is only his second time in a library. Instead of coming to us, and supporting him in his second visit, this old horrible man (who may be a librarian or library tech)walked up and told us we need to restrain her child or leave. Honestly, it felt racially motivated, as we are all black. I am trying to figure out who to contact about this, because I am very angry.

I used to take BART to OAK but since moving further out in the East Bay, it just takes forever and…read morefeels less safe these days. I've used Park N Fly 3 times in the last year for trips ranging from 1 day to 5 and have had a good experience each time. Twice, I was traveling alone and retuning after 10 at night. Their gated facility and shuttle right to your actual parking spot made me feel safe when I returned. Online reservations recommended and you can often get some pretty good rates for mid-week travel. Shuttles run pretty regularly and it's a short trip over to the airport. The shuttle driver writes your parking space down on a card, which you hand to your return driver. For some reason their bar code scanner never works right at entry but there's a gate attendant to assist. They even offered me bottled water when I exited-nice touch! Safe faculty and reasonable parking prices, as well as the big convenience factor make this a new favorite option for OAK parking.

The app"s Fast Exit never works in Oakland, but always works at SFO. They need to fix this, I hate…read morefumbling for a credit card while behind the wheel. Also, there are never bar codes to tip the drivers. Why can't I just add a tip in the app, it knows what shuttle I'm on. So close, but frustrating.

Easy to find Easy and quick shuttle to terminal…read more Courteous and helpful driver, handled our luggage.

It was easy to book on SpotHero but I would also book directly if they have a good price. I had to…read moreleave my car there an extra 4 days, and they only charged me $30 extra. Anywhere else would have been crazy priced. The parking lot is safe and secured. They have an on demand shuttle that we did not have to wait on at all. We pulled up and he pulled right up to our car as we were unloading. The service was great. I will definitely be using them whenever I have to park at OAK.

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.

I moved to Alameda almost 3 years ago and desperately needed a parking spot by Fruitvale Bart…read moreStation as I commute to SF for work. I put myself on the Bart waitlist but was 300+ on the list (3 years later I'm still on the waitlist at number 76!). I knew it'll be forever before I can get a spot through Bart so I scoped out the area to see if there's any alternatives and I noticed a large banner by a small parking lot across the street from Guadalajara Restaurant that read "Monthly Parking" on E 10th and Fruitvale. I immediately called and Walter said I was in luck as he just had a cancellation! Our stars aligned!!! Thrilled at the opportunity I signed up immediately and was able to park there the very same day! Payment was arranged through autopay via PayPal. They were cheaper than Bart's parking lot. The location was perfect because it was out in the open, surrounded by businesses so I felt more safe! I've heard lots of cars getting broken into at Fruitvale Bart's parking lot. I've been with Fruitvale Parking for almost 3 years and never had any break-ins. It might be because there's a bunch of cops who dine at Guadalajara's daily so thieves won't dare to break into cars in this lot! I generally arrive at Fruitvale Parking between 8:30am and 9:00am and have never had any issues finding a spot. However, I think some have complained about availability so management recently installed parking poles to block unauthorized parkers. Each member gets a key and can lock and unlock the poles to park. This should solve the complaint issues others had about availability but again, I've never had any issues myself. Walter has been amazing to work with. Every time I needed something (i.e. I lost my parking pass and needed a replacement), he responded immediately and has been so easy to work with. I HIGHLY recommend Fruitvale Parking! When the time comes and I'm offered a spot at Fruitvale Bart's parking lot, ill gladly give away my spot and stay with Fruitvale Parking because Walter has been amazing, pricing is very affordable and it's safer! In case you're wondering why I'm still on the waitlist with Fruitvale Bart... I just want to see how long it actually takes to get a spot... just for shits and giggles!

There's not always a space available, even at 9:30AM, which means you're paying for nothing…read moresometimes. I don't think they understand what the word "reserve" means. Their phone number is just an answering machine.

Ah, it has been awhile since I was last at Jack London Square. It was a nice tourist area for their…read morefarmer's market, food trucks, biking, walking, restaurants, sightseeing, ferry, etc. Though, I know they were hit hard by Covid/pandemic which closed a lot of businesses and the hotel. It's still a nice place to visit during the day. Support your local businesses.

A frequent ferry passenger, I would be remiss if I didn't give Jack London Square at least five…read morestars. It's a lovely place to stroll by the water or check out the weekly farmers market during the day. Everyone is friendly. There's also a small but delish selection of restaurants to choose from and most menu prices aren't as sky high as elsewhere. Definitely a part of Oakland worth noting.

I wrote a review earlier this morning in response to Tetra Tech's involvement with the Hunter's…read morePoint Shipyard and encourage anyone who stumbles on this review to check it out, as Tetra Tech apparently has also been involved with work at the Alameda Naval Air Station. There was a related May 23, 2018 article entitled "Navy says Alameda development site safe, but others worry." As with the previous review, I'm unsure as to where this is in the process or whether concerns have been answered to satisfaction. Please feel free to email me with questions, concerns, or knowledge of developments. Thank you for your time and consideration. https://www.sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/Redevelopment-begins-worries-mount-at-Alameda-12938676.php

I grew up in Alameda, I was here when Alameda NAS was an active duty base. It's been closed for…read morenearly 30 years, and now it's called Alameda Point. Area wise, Alameda Point covers about 1/3 of the island, so there's alot of land to develop. The peaceful Alameda of today, is not the same as when the base was open. Navy jets would do laps over the island daily. The jet engine tests would make the ground shake and the roar would wake you from a light nap. In the early 1970's a jet from the Central Valley crashed into an apartment building. My Dad and I ran outside just in time to see a fireball rise over the houses. But the base was a great source of revenue for the city. When a carrier or carriers were in port, Webster Street would be gridlocked with traffic. Traffic couldn't get out of the Tube. That's why they built the Constitution Way flyover ramp. It's to divert traffic away from Webster, and onto Lincoln Avenue. Webster St became a ghost town when the base closed. I had a high school friend who was a Navy Captain's son. He would take us on base and give us tours. The base was well maintained when sailors and airman were there. When they left, it became abandoned and ugly. When I was in College Army ROTC we launched an airmobile operation from the NAS. 65 armed troops in combat gear, boarding a Chinook helicopter to conduct a raid on an imaginary target 300+ miles away. During Desert Storm, jets flew airstrikes from the NAS. Very few people knew that. It has a rich history, and it shouldn't be forgotten. I regret I didn't take a picture of the East Gate before they tore it down.

Garage is great for people trying to get to work in the city and wish to take the ferry. My only…read moreissue is that you cannot use the restrooms if you decide to pay for parking at this location. The large sign saying restrooms this way is very misleading as asking to use it is frowned upon.

Free parking when you ride the ferry. Validation at the dock or onboard. Your car is safe!read more