Modera Jack London Square: Oakland Waterfront Guide

Modera Jack London Square: Living by Oakland’s Waterfront

Located at 378 Embarcadero West, Modera Jack London Square positions you next to Jack London Square and the Produce and Waterfront District. You will find yourself situated along the Oakland Estuary, with popular dining, the San Francisco Bay Ferry, waterfront parks, Amtrak, and downtown Oakland all within a convenient 0.4 to 1.3 miles from the community.

Which restaurants and local destinations are closest?

You will not have to travel far for a great meal or an evening out. Jack London Square’s dining, retail, and entertainment scene is concentrated within roughly 0.4 to 0.7 miles of the community:

Scott’s Seafood (~0.5 miles west): Located at 2 Broadway, offering a waterfront dining setting near the marina. Known for its extensive seafood menu, highlights include Dungeness crab, traditional clam chowder, a hearty fisherman's stew, and a popular Sunday brunch experience.
Plank (~0.5 miles west): Found at 98 Broadway, featuring bowling, arcade games, dining, and a bar. This 45,000-square-foot indoor-outdoor entertainment venue boasts 18 state-of-the-art bowling lanes, a custom cornhole court, and a 282-seat beer garden surrounding bocce courts and fire pits.
Regal Jack London (~0.5 miles west): Catch a movie at this theater located at 100 Washington Street. Known for its expansive auditoriums and comfortable, spacious seating, it offers a vintage, stadium-style experience right on the waterfront.
Heinold’s First and Last Chance Saloon (~0.6 miles west): A historic waterfront saloon at 48 Webster Street dating back to 1883. Built from the timbers of an abandoned whaling ship, the pub retains its original gas lighting, mahogany bar, and a noticeably slanted floor caused by the 1906 San Francisco earthquake.
Rosenblum Cellars (~0.6 miles west): A local tasting room and wine destination at 10 Clay Street. Dedicated primarily to California Zinfandels, this venue offers an excellent atmosphere where visitors can enjoy local wine alongside sweeping views of the waterfront.
Reem’s Oakland (~0.6 miles west): An Arabic-inspired bakery and cafe serving breads, wraps, dips, and coffee at 85 Webster Street. Their menu features freshly baked sourdough pita, classic Za'atar flatbreads, and shareable mezze plates like hummus and muhammara.
Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine & Noka Ramen: Both highly rated destinations located approximately 0.5 to 0.7 miles west. Farmhouse Kitchen offers vibrant "Thai New Generation" dishes in a lush, photogenic space, while Noka Ramen serves comforting bowls of ramen and Asian fare.
Old Oakland (~1 mile north): Explore historic commercial blocks, local businesses, and restaurants. This neighborhood is home to Swan's Market—a 100-year-old food hall housing various local eateries—along with independent boutiques, craft coffee shops, and a weekly Friday morning farmers market.

How close is Modera Jack London Square to waterfront recreation and transit?

Get around Oakland and enjoy the waterfront with these nearby transit anchors and open green spaces located within 0.4 to 2.5 miles of the community:

Ferry Green (~0.4 miles west): A waterfront open-space destination right in Jack London Square. It serves as a scenic community hub situated just steps from the shoreline and local lodging.
Amtrak Oakland Jack London Square Station (~0.5 miles west): Located at 245 Second Street, offering regional service to destinations including San Jose and Sacramento. Opened in 1994, this modern glass and stone facility fronts a natural estuary and anchors the historic heart of Oakland's port operations.
Marina Lawn (~0.6 miles west): Features open lawns and estuary views near the marina. It provides a relaxing green space ideal for outdoor seating, picnics, or dog-walking along the estuary path.
San Francisco Bay Ferry (~0.6 miles west): Located at the foot of Broadway, providing scenic service to the SF Ferry Building or Pier 41. This historic landing site also serves the Oakland-Alameda water shuttle, making cross-bay commutes highly efficient.
Bohol Circle Immigrant Park (~2.5 miles by road): Located across the estuary at 2901 Fifth Street in Alameda, this park connects to the SF Bay Trail and the Oakland-Alameda water shuttle route from the foot of Broadway. Opened in 2023 and named after the oldest extant Filipino American organization in the U.S., the waterfront space features a playground, picnic areas, walking trails, and bicycle paths.

What employment and education centers are near Modera Jack London Square?

Streamline your daily commute to downtown offices or school with quick, convenient access to local educational institutions and the wider Bay Area transit network:

Downtown Oakland & 12th Street Oakland City Center BART (~1 mile north): Connects the waterfront district with central Oakland and the wider Bay Area transit network. This major underground transit hub provides direct train access throughout the East Bay and straight into San Francisco.
Laney College (~1 mile northeast): Located at 900 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94607. As the largest of the Peralta Community College District campuses, it offers specialized degrees in trades like carpentry, welding, and culinary arts, as well as data science and journalism.
Lincoln University (~1.3 miles north): Located at 401 Fifteenth Street, Oakland, CA 94612. This educational center is situated just 1.3 miles from the community, keeping you closely connected to the wider Bay Area. Founded in 1919, this private institution has a distinct focus on business education and administration programs for both local and international students.

What apartment homes and amenities are available at Modera Jack London Square?

The community features studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes, with select layouts offering an additional den. Residents have access to a rooftop lounge, co-working spaces, a 24-hour fitness center, and pet-friendly facilities including an onsite dog run.

Feature	Details
Floor Plans	Studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes, with select layouts featuring a den.
Home Finishes	9-foot+ ceilings, wood-style floors, floor-to-ceiling windows with shades, and select balconies or patios. Kitchens offer quartz counters, custom cabinetry, wine storage, and ENERGY STAR® stainless steel appliances. Stratis Smart Home technology provides keyless entry, app-controlled thermostats, and built-in USB outlets.
Signature Amenities	Rooftop lounge (with fireside tables, an outdoor pizza kitchen, and BBQ area), co-working lounge with complimentary WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center with cardio, weight, and TRX stations.
Pet Policy	Pet-friendly community featuring an onsite dog run and pet spa. Up to two dogs or cats are allowed per home (120-pound weight limit per pet; breed restrictions apply).
Parking Options	Private garage with controlled access, electric car charging stations and car stacking system.

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Note: all distances are approximate measurements.