Oakland, Alameda County, CA
Places to go in Oakland
10 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

Nightlife
Ivy Room
Hip neighborhood bar featuring craft cocktails, quirky vintage decor & regular live music.
860 San Pablo Ave, Albany, CA 94706, USA

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Lakeside Lounge
338 E 18th St, Oakland, CA 94606, USA

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Mad Oak Bar ‘N’ Yard
Happening watering hole with a patio, plus beer on tap & rotating chefs dishing up cool snacks.
135 12th St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA

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Oeste - Bar
Daytime eats, multi-cultural dinner plates & drinks in chic, comfortable digs (& soon, a roof deck).
722 Clay St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA

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Sobre Mesa
Tropical design touches & plants outfit this chic cocktail lounge with Afro-Latino small plates.
1618 Franklin St, Oakland, CA 94612, USA

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Study Hall Rooftop Lounge
2121 Center St, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA

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The Alley
Photo-filled lounge with dining, cocktails & live piano or guitar music with participation singing.
3325 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA 94610, USA

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The Fireside Lounge
Bar with a convivial living-room vibe offering craft beers, spirits & regular live music.
1453 Webster St, Alameda, CA 94501, USA

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The UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall
2036 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA

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Wood Tavern
Californian-inspired menu of sustainable fare plus wine in a modern-rustic setting.
6317 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618, USA