Man Must Wak

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547 8th St
Oakland, CA 94607

Man Must Wak is a beloved African Caribbean Food Market in Oakland, CA, established in 1998 by the late Charles Amamgbo. Known for its authentic produce and spices, the market has become a cornerstone of the community, offering a taste of home away from home.

Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Man Must Wak continues to be a favorite destination for those seeking traditional African and Caribbean ingredients. With a mission rooted in the Nigerian slang "Man Must Eat To Survive," the market remains a cherished spot for loyal customers and newcomers alike.

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4.043 reviews
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Michael S.
3/30/2025

Stepping into Man Must Wak must be like using a teleporter into South-Central Africa. Mere moments after being on an Oakland sidewalk I was staring at canned, bottled, and dried products from...

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kimberly C.
6/15/2025

Came here to buy supplies for egusi. Store is very neat and got a bunch of supplies . Clerk didn't know what went into egusi and just said to search internet. I saw they have a lot of frozen...

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Jardena G.
12/28/2024

I really hate to say this but this place will try to rob you blind.... I came here to buy scotch bonnet peppers and Jamaica curry powder. It's a small store on the corner in old Oakland. I...

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Niketa R.
5/4/2025

I came here today because I thought they might have some scotch bonnet peppers, and they did have some! The shopkeeper was very kind and helped me find what I was looking for. Coming in here for...

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Becca T.
5/15/2023

I've been going here since I was yay high. This and the Nigerian Aunty's on E.14th is about the only places East Bay you can get West African ingredients from West Africans. It's not big,...

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