Artsy bar with live music. Greyhounds are the house drink--their margaritas are good too. Vodka Greyhounds are the default; if you want gin, you must specify.

Mon 4PM-2AM, Tue-Fri noon-2AM, Sat Sun 6PM-2AM

Cafe Van Kleef

A former movie theatre, the Fox was built in 1928. It closed its doors in 1970 and stood empty until 2009, when it reopened as a 1,500-2,800 seat music venue, following a two-year, $75-million renovation. One block from the 19th St BART stop, it is in the heart of Oakland's Uptown neighborhood, which is also being re-named the Arts and Entertainment district.

Fox Theater

Oakland Symphony Chorus

Pro Arts Gallery

Live performing artists, DJs and readings abound at this venue a stone's throw away from the Financial District.

The New Parish