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As the national brand arrives, Port celebrates 2025\u2019s SB 304, which expanded opportunities for diverse and community-focused businesses<\/p>\n
Oakland, Calif. \u2013 May 4, 2026: Today, the Port of Oakland celebrates the opening of Dave & Buster\u2019s at 55 Harrison Street in Jack London Square. This is an important milestone in the district\u2019s revitalization. Dave & Buster\u2019s will attract a diverse range of visitors and serve as a catalyst for ongoing enjoyment at this iconic waterfront space through dining, entertainment, and sports viewing.<\/p>\n
In 2025, the California Legislature passed SB 304 to jump-start the revitalization of Jack London Square. This bill lifted restrictive maritime and visitor-serving rules on waterfront, Port-owned properties.<\/p>\n
Starting in 2026, the Port now has new flexibility to fill waterfront spaces with local-serving businesses such as grocery stores, salons, gyms, and makerspaces. These everyday community amenities will sustain steady, year-round foot traffic, support local entrepreneurs, and keep visitor excitement high.<\/p>\n
Port of Oakland Executive Director Kristi McKenney said, \u201cToday\u2019s celebration is a milestone for building the future of Oakland\u2019s waterfront. Dave & Busters will increase the opportunities to attract new investment and jobs, and help transform the properties back into a lively, inclusive area that reflects the energy and diversity of Oakland and the surrounding communities.\u201d<\/p>\n
Current anchor and popular tenants at Jack London Square include Plank, a large waterfront bar, restaurant, and bowling\/arcade venue; Scott\u2019s Seafood, a long-established bayfront seafood restaurant; Yoshi\u2019s, the renowned jazz club and Japanese restaurant; Rosenblum Cellars, a waterfront tasting room and wine bar; and Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine, a cornerstone of the district\u2019s vibrant and flavorful dining scene.<\/p>\n
Jack London Square continues to serve as a vital community hub, including major regional traditions such as Oakland\u2019s annual Christmas tree lighting and even hosting Mayor Barbara Lee\u2019s inaugural celebration. The Square hosts these events through its seamless connectivity, with convenient ferry and transit access.<\/p>\n
McKenney added, \u201cDecades of investment and reimagining Jack London Square have paved the way for an exciting future at Jack London Square. Together with great tenants, we are reimagining the waterfront as a thriving, year-round district for the Oakland community and the entire Bay Area region.\u201d<\/p>\n
About the Port of Oakland Media Contacts
The Port of Oakland generates vital economic activity, community benefits, and environmental innovation as it decarbonizes its operations for a cleaner and greener future. Along with its partners, the Port supports more than 98,000 regional jobs and $174 billion in annual economic activity. The Port oversees the Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK), the Oakland Seaport, and nearly 20 miles of waterfront, including Jack London Square, and a publicly owned utility. The Port of Oakland is Everyone\u2019s Port! Connect with the Port of Oakland<\/a> and Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport<\/a> through Facebook and Twitter or with the Port on LinkedIn, YouTube, and at www.portofoakland.com.<\/p>\n
Justin Berton
Port of Oakland
Communications Director
(510) 627-1401
[email\u00a0protected]<\/a><\/p>\n