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Written by Tristin Coffman
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Many visitors find themselves in Oaksterdam to run an errand or shop
during their lunch hour or on the way home after work. But that doesn’t
mean you need to miss a meal.
Dozens of small restaurants dot the streets and
neighborhoods, offering a broad assortment of foods when lunch crowds
come out to eat.
One lunchtime favorite, Lana’s Chinese food, 435 19th St., has an
unassuming exterior but quality fare within. The Bay Fung Tong Tea
House, 1916 Franklin St, is another option with reasonable prices.
For people on the go, there’s nothing like a trip to the Hot Dog
Stand at 1637 Telegraph Ave. to bring back fond memories and take care
of those munchies at the same time. Be sure to say hello to its amiable
proprietor Adam Lerch. Another place to go for the beef is the Burger
Gourmet, 351 19th St. Traditional and haute American fare can be found
at the Off Broadway Cafe, 416 15th St., and there’s also Togo’s at 344
20th St.
Feel like south of the border food? Head over to La Salsa
Burritos, 501 14th St., or else try Juanita's, 1734 Webster. Both have
good food and reasonable prices.
Sabina Indian, 1628 Webster St., might curry your favor, or try
something Ethiopian at Asmara, 1537 Telegraph Ave., for exotic food
with many vegetarian dishes.
When you have a yen for Japanese food, Ichi Japon, 382 17th St.,
has a good reputation, or walk over to 420 15th St. for some sushi —
then cross the street to the Oaksterdam Gift Shop, 405 15th St., to buy
a few souvenirs to take home.
As evening descends, the options are reduced, but there are glimmers of good food for the discerning diner.
More on that in our next issue.
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Volume One 
