The Wall Street Journal covered Oakland’s Temescal District in December. It doesn’t surpise me!

Temescal has been up and coming for many years now. There is a certain charm and unpretentious vibe here. It’s nestled below Rockridge and has easy access to key freeways.

The district is home to a few of my favorite spots as well.

• If you want the best strawberry shortcake in town then you must go to Bakesale Betty.
• If you are looking for a great deal on wine of a fun evening of wine tasting then you must stop at The Wine Mine.
• I have also become a big fan of the the taqueria La Calaca Loca. You can get a quick bite to eat while being entertained by the decor.
• And last and but certainly not least, is Genova Delicatessen where you can find a great sandwich. There always seems to to be a wait but the lines move fast and it’s worth the wait.

The line at Bakesale Betty in Oakland’s Temescal District by quanm25

As for real estate, single family homes in Temescal range from $450,000 to $650,000 and condos range from $300,000 to $500,000. See properties for sale here.

Image of Telegraph Avenue in Temescal by jaydoubleyougee