I thoroughly enjoyed the music on both floors. It was lively and I had a great time. This seems…read morelike a good spot to go dancing.

Good food, nice staff, great music. Gets a little chilly in the later evening but for the most part…read morenice crowd of locals and Beaufunk was great entertainment when I was there.

We had the best time at Crybaby for the GEMS throwback night & salsa on the patio on 9/25!! We were…read morecelebrating my husband's 40th birthday and Christian totally accommodated us. We got a bottle and were able to sit in a roped-off area. We loved stepping outside to the salsa music - it was a totally different vibe than inside and was like being at two clubs at once. The music inside and outside were both amazing. As with any club, people can get rowdy, but we felt safe. We will definitely be back!

Honestly not worth it all the black girls were pulled on stage with djs crew like 20 guys and the…read morecrowd was mixed no black women honestly thought this was a black club just hood music not worth it for black men looking for black women lots of the good music if you like dancing with men but other then that not worth it long island cost $20 entry was $20 nice bartender but wouldn't recommend this place to no black single men honestly

We came on a Friday evening expecting a fun dance club to dance the night away, as the marketing…read morefor this place promised dancing at 10pm. Instead, there was a super lame comedy show with various incredibly lame misogynistic comedian-wannabes, including one who would not shut about about "B*tches in Los Angeles." Dude, why are you calling women b*tches? And we're in Oakland, we're not gonna care about Los Angeles and the culture there. Most people were just sitting around on their phones. We felt misled and scammed. We decided to bounce after about 20 minutes there, and will seek a refund. They take Venmo as payment, so gonna have to dispute through Venmo. It's kind of shady that they request Venmo payment, and not, ya know, credit card payment like any other vendor.

Love this spot had a ball at the Taurus birthday bash event. Great bartenders and great dj choice…read morewith mind motion

You should check out The Ruby Room if you like drinking. This might get crowded and close be…read moreprepared for that. Occasionally there are DJ's playing music here. Right next to The Main Library on 14th!

This cozy little bar in downtown Oakland, just off Lake Merritt, hosts an eclectic mix of people…read morefrom all walks of life and backgrounds. What brings them together is the Clown Car Community and a shared passion for open-mic comedy on Sunday evenings. The atmosphere is welcoming, inclusive, and full of character. Let's go...COO-COO!

Hello Stranger is THAT spot in Oakland. The DJ? Fire. The music? Had me forgetting I had bills due…read more The vibe? Safe, fun, and full of people who just wanna have a good time. Drinks are on point whether you're into cocktails, mocktails, or just pretending your Sprite is fancy champagne, they've got you. The staff is hella nice too like the kind of people you don't mind bumping into when you're three songs deep on the dance floor. Plus, the brick walls and whole setup make it feel like you stepped into a cool hidden gem instead of just another bar. Honestly, it's the kind of place you show up "just for one" and end up shutting down the night. 10/10 would lose my voice here again.

Hello Stranger has a convenient location with a small but decent-sized bar and dance floor. The DJ…read morewas okay, nothing special, but fine for a casual night out. Unfortunately, that's all I can really comment on because three of us sat at the bar for about 15 minutes and, even though there was no one else there, the bartender never approached us. We ended up leaving without ordering anything. It was disappointing, especially given how empty the place was. Based on this experience, I don't plan to return. The lack of attention and service made it clear why the bar wasn't busy.

I hosted my husband's 40th here May 2, 2026. Melanie was a…read morepleasure to work with and ironing out details. We had a Casino Royale theme with casino tables upstairs, caterer and photographer downstairs. It was nice because this venue comes with a DJ, security and bar. There is a parking lot across the street that only charges $10. It doesn't need decorations so it's a one stop shop. While we did have some hiccups day of, they were resolved and the owner was very receptive to the feedback. I would recommend this place and absolutely book here again if I were to host an event.

I went to a 75th birthday party for a barber at Parliament on Friday, March 27. This happens to be…read morea great venue. The first thing I had when I arrived with a glass of water and a Cuba libre, basically a rum and Coke with a twist of lime. Our drinks came up quick and they were delicious. The service was great. This is a nice spot. I hadn't been here since they had changed his name. It used to be a different club here, but I have to say the place is very nice. They have big giant TV screens and it looks very festive in there. It's very clean. The restrooms are clean and it just happens that it's accessible if you happen to need an accessible location.. They had a food truck outside that served delicious food and there was plenty of space in a DJ. I have to say I'd be happy to go here again. There was parking right across the street. It was free and there was a security guard there at the lot. here again anytime and I'd highly recommend it. If you want to give an event there they would accommodate you.

Pricey but great at food. Worth it. I got the half smoked chicken, but it looked like everybody…read moreelse got the crab and shrimp. And yet, I regret nothing.

A nice, energetic, yet comfortable Sunday afternoon spent with Dad. He recommended AU, so there we…read morewent! Great service, attitude, and food! We had some of their chix wings & garlic bread as appetizers, followed by blackened shrimp with garlic noodles & collard greens and chili fried shrimp with garlic noodles & green beans. Every single item was delicious. Served piping hot as well. Can't wait to go again! Thank you, AU staff.

Au Lounge has such a calm and classy vibe inside. It feels peaceful yet lively when you walk in…read more The servers are extremely accommodating and kind. And the food is divine! Chef Smelly cooks up plates that truly bring joy to your soul! They're also great for to go food. I recently stopped by for some sides to accompany my leftover ham and sheesh! They took me to another level.

Enjoyed the Mortified Live event here this past Saturday and was really impressed with the venue…read more The place was spacious enough on two levels, but still had a cozy and intimate environment perfect for this show. And unlike the SF Mortified event I attended last month where most seats were reserved, this one seemed to offer ample seating first come first served, as well as a lovely outdoor courtyard with even more seating. Sound and lighting were ideal. The guest band, Hot and Dangerous, were hilarious and used lots of unconventional instruments along with catchy and comical lyrics, in between journal readings. They did amazing on stage, even though I missed the house band I saw at the previous show. There were bars on both levels, and just a small line at the downstairs bar before the event started. An hour in, there was no line or waiting at all. I tried one of their cocktail specials, the new parish punch, and absolutely loved it, strong and fruity with just a hint of spice, seems like they make good drinks here. Also, we arrived when the doors opened, an hour before showtime, and there was plenty of parking available just a block away.

Came here for the Afro Rave. What a production!! And then we ended the night with food truck jerk…read morechicken (situated right outside). The people (way way too cool, way too sexy, but I still felt like I fit in somehow?) The vibe (everyone knew the lyrics to the songs, I knew a few, but still) The music (2 rooms, each with their own style, we loved both) The drinks (I went basic here just had rum and coke) I loved how there was an outdoor room so you can dance and look up at the stars. In the main room, there were dancers on stage, exceptional lighting, it was an immersive experience.

Make-Out Room has a lot of character and such a chill, laid-back vibe. It's a great spot whether…read moreyou're coming with friends or on a date. The atmosphere feels fun and unpretentious, and it's the kind of place you can actually relax and enjoy yourself. They have live music, and I think they even host a salsa night, which adds to the energy and keeps things interesting. It's just a really cool bar to hang out at without feeling overly crowded or try-hard. Overall, a solid spot with personality. I'd totally recommend coming here with your friends if you're looking for a fun, easygoing night out.

Sad to hear the Make Out Room is closing soon. I know so many folks have plenty of late night…read morestories here - good and bad. A good spot to catch live bands or some raucous drag performance. The bartenders are decently friendly and move pretty efficiently between simple pints to fancier cocktails. The bathroom situation could be better though. Overall still a decent night out to be had. Thanks for the memories.