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Beloved Oakland Bakery Shutters At Black Panther Landmark After 30 Sweet Years
It's All Good Bakery, a fixture for Southern-style sweets and community gatherings, has closed its doors after three decades.
Jan. 27, 2026 at 8:07pm
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It's All Good Bakery, a beloved neighborhood bakery located in the former headquarters of the Black Panther Party in Oakland, California, has permanently closed after 30 years in business. The bakery, known for its classic Southern desserts, had built a loyal following over the decades, but its historic storefront now faces an uncertain future as the property is slated for redevelopment.
Why it matters
The closure of It's All Good Bakery marks the end of an era for the Oakland community, as the bakery was not only a beloved local institution but also occupied a space with deep historical significance as the former headquarters of the Black Panther Party. The loss of this community anchor raises concerns about the preservation of local businesses and cultural landmarks in the face of ongoing redevelopment efforts.
The details
It's All Good Bakery, owned by Kim Cloud, opened in 1996 and became a go-to spot for Southern-style sweets and community gatherings. The bakery was known for its classic desserts, including sweet potato pies, pecan pies, peach cobblers, snickerdoodles, and its signature 7-Up pound cake. The bakery's interior featured a tribute wall with archival newspapers and photographs, highlighting the building's history as the Black Panther Party's first official office in Oakland.
- It's All Good Bakery closed in mid-January 2026.
- The bakery opened in 1996 and operated for 30 years.
The players
Kim Cloud
The owner of It's All Good Bakery, who opened the bakery in 1996 and built a loyal following around classic Southern desserts.
Bobby Seale
Co-founder of the Black Panther Party, who opened the organization's first official office at the address where It's All Good Bakery was located.
Huey P. Newton
Co-founder of the Black Panther Party, who opened the organization's first official office at the address where It's All Good Bakery was located.
What’s next
The future of the building and the potential return of the bakery remains uncertain, as the property is entangled in redevelopment plans. City officials have asked the development team to complete an unfinished application and prepare a focused environmental impact report, which could further delay any construction timeline.
The takeaway
The closure of It's All Good Bakery highlights the challenges faced by local businesses and the preservation of cultural landmarks in the face of ongoing redevelopment efforts in Oakland. The loss of this community anchor raises concerns about the impact of gentrification on the city's diverse neighborhoods and the importance of protecting small businesses that serve as hubs for community gathering and the preservation of local history.
