There's also a park right next to Didiron station, on the opposite side of the tunnel from the parking lot, and a fancy whole foods about a quarter of a mile from it. I think the park is exceptionally nice but it might just be that the first time I went to the park I saw a doge.
Cahill park is frequented by dog owners (and their dogs) and has a really nice playground for kids, it's a good anchor for a family friendly neighborhood.
There's also a great used book store a quarter mile further down the Alameda
