Located in foothills above Lake Merritt, Grand Lake is a mix of commercial and residential streets. Grand and Lakeshore Avenues bustle with pedestrians, shoppers, and people relaxing in cafés. The nabe’s most iconic business is the Grand Lake Theater with its vintage neon sign that beckons people to enjoy some popcorn and a feature film. Abundant restaurants and bars make Grand Lake something of a nighttime destination. Grand Lake’s hilly residential streets are a mix of charming bungalows and small apartment buildings, all within easy walking distance to transit and beautiful Lake Merritt with its bike path and parks.