In true Oakland fashion, shopping in The Town is always original. Ambitious entrepreneurs are creating pop-up shopping neighborhoods and artisan alleys full of locally made products. Looking for something a little more classic? Rockridge and Piedmont Avenue are home to some of the best vintage digs in the area. Along Temescal Alley, Bohemian boutiques ranging from horticulture havens to Southwestern jewelry designers are creating a national buzz. Oakland even has a few national retailers in the mix to round things out.
COVID UPDATE
Even during these times, there are plenty of ways to safely shop local in Oakland! Stores have clear protocols and distancing rules to ensure you can shop with ease. Additionally, many shops are now online, so if you want to buy local from home, you can do that as well! Oakland small businesses are regularly updating their hours of service, reservation requirements, and offerings. We recommend calling ahead to get the latest details from each business.
