Narrative: a museum-like haven for unique vintage finds.
Narrative is a well-curated home goods store in Oakland offering one-of-a-kind vintage and antique decor that feels museum-worthy. Shoppers discover rotating selections—from Danish sofas, lamps, and coffee tables—to elevate any space, all at reasonably priced rates. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the shop is dog-friendly, located near Jack London Square for frequent visits.
590 2nd St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA
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Curated selection of mid-century modern, Danish, and antique sofas, tables, lamps, and more for unique home furnishing.
One-of-a-kind decor items and collectibles that add character and history to your living spaces.
Friendly and helpful staff to guide you in finding the perfect pieces for your home or apartment.
Welcoming environment where you can browse with your pet, making visits enjoyable for all.
Regularly changing collection ensures fresh finds and entertaining visits for repeat customers.
Overall rating
Alison Yeain Jeon
So many iconic finds at Narrative! It feels like a museum in there. Got a beautiful Danish sofa, lamp, and coffee table, which completely enlivened my empty apartment. Reasonably priced too. The staff were incredibly helpful :) thank you! Dog-friendly
Emily Nelson
Best spot for vintage and antiques in Oakland. Well curated. Can wander for hours.
Matthew Nelson
My partner and I love shopping here! The staff is always helpful and friendly, and you find things that are truly sui generis! The quality of the furniture far surpasses what you can buy today, even in the most bougie stores of the Bay. Narrative has been one of our go-to stores to furnish the new house we purchased. Thank you for being you, Narrative!
Adam Blaker
Inside you’ll feel like you’ve died and gone to mid-century, vintage & antique design heaven! This is probably the best collection of curated, one-of-a-kind decor items I’ve ever seen. What a gem! Can’t wait to go back!
Nicholas McNamara
Great antique shop right next to Jack London square in downtown Oakland. They always have a great selection - and the items are constantly changing which makes frequent visits entertaining. I’ve purchased multiple large furniture items from them. Staff has always been helpful and friendly. The place is also very dog friendly - and my dog always has a friend there when we go (as can be seen from the photos). The place has also been impacted by all of the retail crime that has been hitting Oakland, so definitely great to support their business if you can.
