A trip to the den of squalor which is Oakland can be instantly redeemed by a trip to Dave & Andy's. Their ice cream is simply incredible; the right amount of creamy and sweet. Their flavors are outstanding and clearly homemade -- the birthday cake has sprinkles, cake and frosting in it, and the cinnamon is unexpectedly delicious (and made with real cinnamon). Also don't forget the waffle cone, which is always amazingly fresh and a perfect complement to the sweetness of the ice cream.