Solano Avenue

Only a block and a half from Rose Cottage, Solano Avenue is home to many fine restaurants, specialty retail, book stores, two movie theaters and two major grocery stores as well as numerous deli's and specialty food shops.  Further information may be found at http://www.solanoavenueassn.org/  and http://albany.patch.com/
Also within walking distance is a collection of shops and eateries on Hopkins at Monterey St including the locally famous Monterey Market.
http://www.sfgate.com/traveler/guide/eastbay/neighborhoods/gilman.shtml

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