With market, bakery and cafe, Oakland Chow bites off more than it can chew




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Summary: Inside and out, the new Chow in Oakland is impressive, with its high-beamed ceiling, concrete floors, wood railings and dozens of what resemble picnic tables. It feels something like a Tahoe lodge. Under this one roof there’s an impressive produce market, with bins of fruits and vegetables spilling out around the entrance; a takeout hot-food counter that includes pizza, roast chicken and organic vegetables; curated packaged products; meat; seafood and wine.