GO! NORTHSHORE TRAIL GUIDE TO DINE, DRINK, STAY, PLAY & SHOP!
Land in NorthShore on the Bay! With Beautiful views of the shoreline along San Pablo Bay & the Carquinez Strait waterways 50+ Restaurants and Cafes and 90+ ways to play!
Dine & Drink
Happy Ramen & Sushi1907 San Pablo Ave, Pinole 510.255.3888 |
Cafe Tapioca1581 Sycamore Ave #9, Hercules: Wonderful breakfast & lunch sandwiches (get one on a croissant or bagel!), fresh donuts and pastries daily, coffee, boba drinks, juices, and much more. Fans rave about the warm welcome from the owners and staff! Daily 7a-7p. 510.799.4154 |
The Dead Fish20050 San Pablo Ave, Crockett: Dungeness crab, prime rib, pastas, and skillets. Great outdoor seating! Bar and private room available. Try one of their specialty cocktails in the bar looking out at the water. Lighted outdoor patio. Daily 12 noon-8:30p. 510.787.3323 |
Won Thai Cuisine844 Willow Ave #A1, Hercules 510.799.6800 |
Cabalen Filipino Cuisine1572 Sycamore Ave #F, Hercules. Filipino Cuisine. Weekend breakfast. They keep it fresh with great discounts an hour before closing. M-F 9:30-5; Sa&Su 8a-4p. 510.799.6783 |
Jumping Spoon1375 Sycamore Ave, Hercules: Korean Cuisine. M&W-Sa 11a-8p; Su 12noon-8p. 510.417.2603 |
Chang Thai Cuisine2229 Dover Ave, San Pablo: Try their Papaya Salad, Spring Rolls or Thai Boat Noodle Soup. Daily 11a-9p 510.235.9999 |
La Strada2215 Church Ln, San Pablo: North Beach vibe; Italian comfort food. Classic cocktails. Featuring 10 California wines. Great service. Large patio dining space w/heaters. Try the Ciopino or Veal Marsala. M-F 11:30-9p. 510.237.9047 |
D’s Giant Burger358 Parker Ave, Rodeo: Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner in a friendly, laid-back family oriented 50’s diner-themed restaurant for over 40 years. Featuring Super Omelettes & Western Cheeseburger. Beer, wine, mimosas. Preserved as a historic building w/Elvis & Crow painting on the exterior. Private event space for 35. Outdoor dining available. M-Sa 8a-7p. 510.799.0800 |
Leila by the Bay1991 Railroad Ave, Hercules: Healthy, fresh (homemade from scratch) California cuisine, from Blackened Salmon to Shitake Mushroom Risotto, you?ll wish you could order everything! Full bar, draft beers, artisanal cocktails & wine menu. Bottomless Mimosa all day F-Su. Breakfast, lunch & dinner. Outdoor dining patio with romantic SF Bay view. M-F 11:30a-2:30p; HH 3:30p-5:30p; 4:30p-9p; Sa & Su 9-2:30; HH 4p-5:30p; 4p-9p. 510.741.5580 |
Shop Local!
Crockett Fiber Arts Studio1322 Pomona St, Crockett: Classes in all things fiber arts, knitting, spinning, yarn, crochet, weaving, felting. 1-on-1 instruction by arrangement. Friendly & relaxed atmosphere. Th-Su 11a-5p. 510.455.9028 |
Holm Patches & Hats513 1st St, Rodeo 510-799-4656 |
Theatre of Dreams11 Canyon Lake Dr, Port Costa. Assortment of whimsical, handcrafted decor items, wares & gifts. F-Su 11a-5p. 510.787.2164 |
Gallerie Valerie628 2nd Ave #203, Crockett: Art Gallery & Exhibitions. 510.990.2505 |
The Trend Area2352 San Pablo Ave, Suite B, Pinole. T-shirts, vintage collection, print on demand custom printing, consignment shop. Tu-Sa 12noon-5p. 510.275.9412 |
Port Costa Mercantile17 Canyon Lake Dr, Port Costa: Hats, antiques, soda fountain & treasures waiting to be found. F & Sa 11a-9p; Su 11a-5p. 510.691.8038 |
Four Fools Winery13 Pacific Ave, Rodeo: Wine bar & tastings overlooking the beautiful San Pablo Bay. Stunning sunsets! Bring a picnic! Event venue w/full kitchen & band stand. Fri. 3p- 8p & Sa-Su 1p-6p. Call ahead for Food Truck schedule. 510.978-9705 |
Funky Frog1314 Pomona St, Crockett: Handmade Gifts including jewelry, baby gifts, crochet, t-shirts; carrying Crockett Souvenirs, Pepper Jelly, helium balloons. Th-Sa 12noon-6p; Su 1p-5p. 707.479.2427 |
Lety’s Flowers1500 Sycamore Ave #B11, Hercules 510.964.4681 |
Flowers Fresco628 2nd Ave #204, Crockett: Floral arrangements, fresh bouquets, and locally grown houseplants. A wide selection of botanical goods and live plants. Personalized service for special occasions. Th-Su 12 noon-5p. 510.505.2600 |
Stay & Play
Foxboro Park & Tennis Courts1025 Canterberry, Hercules |
Fernandez Park595 Tennent Ave, Pinole |
Franklin Canyon Golf CourseHwy 4, Hercules: 18 Hole par 72 facility with a full size driving range & stocked pro shop. Canyon Grill and Tap House w/12 beers on tap. Event venue. 510.799.6191 |
Alvarado Adobe Museum & Blume House Museum13831 San Pablo Ave, San Pablo 510.255.7488 |
Pinole Art Center Gallery1360 Fitzgeral Dr, Pinole: Pinole Artisans provides an exciting forum to promote the arts, bring the art community together, and host exhibits, talks & classes related to the arts. A welcoming, peaceful space features dynamic new shows by emerging & established local artists every 2 months. Variety of fine art, jewelry & crafts attracts a worldwide audience. W-Su 12noon-4p. 510.724.2008 |
Epperson Gallery1400 Pomona St, Crockett: Ceramic Arts Gallery showcasing exhibits of the works of well-known Bay Area and Northern California sculptors and potters. A big bright environment to enjoy the ceramic art of the region. Gallery also hosts workshops and events. Fun, friendly, educational. Founded in 1996. Located in historic downtown Crockett and home to 7 artist studios. F-Su 11a-5p. 510.787.2925 |
Carquinez Model Railroad Society645 Loring Ave, Crockett. 510.787.6703 |
Duck Pond Park997 Sycamore Ave, Hercules |
Pinole Dog Park1263 Adobe Rd, Pinole |
Refugio Valley Park1515 Refugio Valley Rd, Hercules. Playground, tennis courts. |
Frog Pad Park1000 Willit St, Hercules: Children?s playground; strolling path. |
AMF Bowling Alley1580 Pinole Valley Rd, Pinole. 510.724.9130 |
Alexander ParkRolph Ave & Pomona St, Crockett |
Crockett Historical Museum900 Loring Ave, Crockett. 510.787.2178 |
Carquinez Toy Train Museum645B Loring Ave, Crockett. 925.228.7233 |
Four Fools Winery13 Pacific Ave, Rodeo: Wine bar & tastings overlooking the beautiful San Pablo Bay. Stunning sunsets! Bring a picnic! Event venue w/full kitchen & band stand. Fri. 3p- 8p & Sa-Su 1p-6p. Call ahead for Food Truck schedule. 510.978-9705 |