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Tay Ho Is a Vietnamese Treasure in Oakland Chinatown

Tay Ho Is a Vietnamese Treasure in Oakland Chinatown With cocktails, a fresh aesthetic, and a focus on unusual regional dishes, the family-run restaurant stands out from the pack. April 25, 2018

Soba Ichi Serves Impressive Handmade Soba Noodles — but the Setting Complicates Things

Soba Ichi Serves Impressive Handmade Soba Noodles — but the Setting Complicates Things At the Ippuku team's entry into West Oakland, find subtle flavors, remarkable craftsmanship, and long waits. August 15, 2018

Restaurant Guide

Restaurant Guide September 26, 2017

Recent Articles

Special Sections, The Nightlife Issue Jan 23, 2019
Comedians on Comedy Nights

We asked Bay Area comedians where they like to go out for a night of laughs in the East Bay.
- By Janelle Bitker
- Tags: The Nightlife Issue

News & Opinion, Feature Dec 19, 2018
The Year in Music: New Sounds. New Venues. New Festivals

The East Bay music scene saw plenty of action in 2018.
- By Janelle Bitker and Azucena Rasilla
- Tags: Feature

News & Opinion, Feature Dec 4, 2018
New Year's Eve Guide 2018

The best places to nosh, dance, party, hear music, and watch the balloons drop this year.
- By Azucena Rasilla, Janelle Bitker, and Katherine Hamilton
- Tags: Feature

Music, Nov 27, 2018
The Changing Sound of the Chapel of the Chimes

The Oakland mausoleum is leaving its annual jazz series behind in pursuit of more musical variety.
- By Janelle Bitker
- Tags: Music

Special Sections, Holiday Guide Nov 21, 2018
Relaxing, Mood-Lifting Cannabis Gifts Made in the Bay Area

Consult this list whether you're shopping for seasoned or new cannabis users.
- By Janelle Bitker
- Tags: Holiday Guide, Holiday Guide 2018

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Mobility and Equity

How Oakland is getting scooter regulation right — and changing the complexion of urban transportation.
As Housing Crisis Rages, Hayward City Council Prioritizes Large Estates

Plus, Alameda could push back against grand jury, and Swalwell reportedly saw the writing on the wall.
At Cam Anh, Banh Mi Dreams Come True

Owner Anh Nguyen dreamed of owning a banh mi shop one day, and 28 years later, her dream has become reality.
Criminalizing the Unsheltered is Not the Solution to Oakland's Housing Crisis

When city employees came to remove our community, they didn't even give us time to pack.
Berkeley City Council Bans Natural Gas Hookups in New Construction

As expected, council unanimously approves Councilwoman Kate Harrison’s ordinance, the first of its kind in California.

That Old Gas Stove Is Not Your Friend

Berkeley to consider another environmental first with proposed ordinance banning new natural gas hookups.
At Daryoush Persian Cuisine, the Saffron Shines Brightly

It’s in the kababs, the stews, the desserts, and even the tea.
This Is Not An Emergency — It's Just Oakland 911

The city's 911 system can leave callers waiting for more than 120 seconds before an operator ever answers.
Flipper’s 40 Years of Rhythm and Noise

The beloved "band you love to hate" reassembles for an anniversary tour.
A Place to Eat With Your Papaito and Friends

San Leandro's Papaito Rotisserie draws from the cuisines of Guatemala, Mexico, Colombia, Costa Rica, and more.

That Old Gas Stove Is Not Your Friend

Berkeley to consider another environmental first with proposed ordinance banning new natural gas hookups.
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Fires, Refugees, Traffic, Gentrification ... So Why Isn't Anyone Talking About Population?

Even though population trends lie at the very heart of our national politics, the topic is oddly absent from our contemporary conversations.
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The Next Generation of Cell Towers Has a Next Generation of Deregulation

A 2018 FCC rule that weakened the power of cities to regulate 5G networks could end the ability of cities to even notify their residents about forthcoming installations.
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Mobility and Equity

How Oakland is getting scooter regulation right — and changing the complexion of urban transportation.
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Criminalizing the Unsheltered is Not the Solution to Oakland's Housing Crisis

When city employees came to remove our community, they didn't even give us time to pack.
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