Originally Posted by
lhrsfo
I had a superb lunch the other day at Nido Kitchen and Bar, less than 10 minutes' drive from the airport. It describes itself as Farm to Table Mexican and it was one of the best Mexican meals I have had - plus great atmosphere which is so often lacking.
Nido is excellent. I'd allow 20 minutes drive time each way, as that stretch of freeway can have unexpected horrible traffic at pretty much any time of day. Right around the corner is Dashe Cellars, which produces some of the most delicious and refined Zins you'll ever drink.(Dashe open Thurs-Sun.) (Nido closed Monday.)
Note that when I just passed through OAK, I saw the Norwegian sign said the ticket counters open 4 hours before flight time, so if you need any services and that's who you're flying, they will be available when you first arrive OAK.