While staying in downtown Oakland, I was looking for a bar to go to after a concert on a Sunday and found Little Bird Bar! It was within walking distance from my hotel and was still open until 2 a.m. which was perfect. We sat at the bar and ordered a draft beer and a Red Bull vodka with a splash of cranberry. Both drinks came with a cute little rubber duck inside, which was such a fun touch! The bartender was really nice and talkative, and the drinks were reasonably priced... not crazy expensive at all. We had a couple of drinks, hung out for a bit, and then headed back to the hotel for the night. If you're in the area, definitely check out Little Bird Bar! It's a cute spot with friendly service, fun drinks, and great late night hours. I'll definitely be back if I'm ever in Oakland again! read more

Little Bird Bar - Red Bull vodka with a special cranberry drink and a draft beer - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Oakland, California

Drinks here are smooth and delicious! We ordered a flight to Oaxaca, suffering bastard, whiskey jack, and a passionfruit drink that the bartender made on the fly for mex Everything was so good! No notes here- loved suffering bastard (more refreshing, ginger forward), and the whiskey jack (smooth, complex), the flight to Oaxaca was spicy and delicious too. Will definitely be back- recommend others to try! read more

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I used to come here when it was Radio, the present day space is a far departure. I miss the pinball machines and dj booth. But, ever one to give all places a chance, I stopped in to check the vibe. Plenty of seating, great playlist and the bartender with the locs was very attentive and friendly. I started with the Caramel Mudslide, I loved that it came with a little duck but missed that it included whiskey cream. Wow, not my thing, it tasted too much like cinnamon. The bartender was kind enough to remake me a customized drink, and it was so yummy. Plus it came with another duck! Definitely worth the visit. read more

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O M G! I LOOOOOVE this bar. It has such character and their cocktail menu is next level! Right in beautiful downtown area of Oakland. It's a must see if you're in the neighborhood. I mean who doesn't love and smile when you receive a drink with an adorable mini duck. Technically the margaritas do not automatically come with a cute mini duck but they obliged since I asked and my face lit up when I saw my finished cocktail. I had 2 and they were delish. The bar mgr. Damon is THE best. Super friendly and helpful even with dinner recommendations. And the music was rockin' on this particular evening. They were playing yacht rock. Nothing like a beautiful duck drink while listening to Michael McDonald. The patrons were friendly and the colors and decor was the coolest. Check them out! read more

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Came for the ducks, stayed for the drinks. Came during hh on a Thursday so it was pretty empty which was nice for convos. The bartender was friendly when I inquired about the ducks. I'm all about it and got one floating in my cab, which sparked joy. Turns out not all drinks include ducks (mine didn't apparently) but the bartender saw how happy I was when I mentioned it that she let me keep both the floating duck and duck charm. Love the service! Spot is two floors and has a dive feel but not stuffy. read more

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Such a cool little hole in the wall! James was incredibly friendly and fast, he was the only bartender at the time and was extremely attentive and on top of things regardless of having a full bar. Will definitely be back next time we're in town! read more

Cool, messy and full of charm. I loved this little bar and wish it were closer to home for me. We sampled a few of their house cocktails and they were pretty darn good, just served a little sloppily. We joked they might toss the glasses to us if we got a second round. Definately worth checking out if you're in the area. It's a short walk to many other bars and restaurants in the area. Service was efficient and friendly. read more

Very cute spot! And yay for being open on a Monday night. Super festive drinks and decor. Came here with a group of gals and hung out at a cozy booth. Easy street parking nearby on Franklin. read more

I have visited this bar twice and I love it! The vibe is always super chill, they play good music, and the bartenders are great! The drinks are always on point, I love their espresso martini and the floating duck on top is such a cute touch. I have recommended this place to a couple friends already. read more

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Went to happy hour with my coworkers here. They have happy hour every day from 4:30-6:30pm. We went on a Tuesday night, and it wasn't too packed and plenty of seating for all of us. There was only 1 bartender, but she was really nice and made our drinks quickly. I really enjoyed the drinks I had, and enjoyed that they add a little ducky to every cocktail which adds to their theme. I definitely recommend it if you're looking for a great happy hour with plenty of seating. read more

All I have to say is WOW! This place is a far cry than what used to be the dive bar that was Radio. Little Bird is in a digital era where Radios don't exist and I couldn't be happier. The drinks were fantastic and reasonably priced, with HH from 4-6pm. Sarah, the bartender, was really friendly and I could tell that there were a few locals in attendance. Easy in and out as the bar is close to 12th street BART. Also in close proximity to food and Chinatown. Overall, a great experience and textured to come back! #yummycertified read more

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First, this is a great bar for chilling & having a good solid drink. Excellent bartenders & vibe. But also, if you want to host a private party? The staff ROCKS. I've used a lot of venues around the bay area, & I haven't been treated this well in a long time. Jennifer was on top of everything & did an excellent job with the catering. On the night of the party, omg, the 3 bartenders were fan-freakin-tastic! Kept the drinks flowing, fun to chat with, & seemed to have a good time with us too. I'd been worried about having too many people for the size of the bar, but it was PERFECT. Never felt crowded. Great flow & room for dancing. Also, the colorful decor & lights really added to the party vibe. My guests raved about the place, the bartenders, the drinks, & the food. Highly recommended if you want to pop in for a cocktail or host a gathering! read more

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Nice chills little bar. I loved the decor. I loved the duckies in the drinks. The employees are cool too read more

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Cool atmosphere!! Very cute. Drinks were adorable and yummy. I recommend checking out whether on a date or hanging with a few friends. read more

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Visited on a Friday around 5:30pm with a group of friends for happy hour. Bar had several other groups but plenty of space for others. Drinks: LB Martini - delicious briney and savory from the pickle juice, very smooth,the blue cheese olives were a nice touch and the little rubber ducky garnish made this a hit Birds of paradise - very sweet and candy like, didn't love this one but large range of options on the drink menu Service was excellent, friendly warm and welcoming, drinks were prepared fairly quickly as well. Overall an excellent spot for happy hour with particularly good martinis. Definitely worth checking out if you are in the Oakland area. read more

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Little Bird has long been one of my favorite downtown Oakland hangouts, and I've dropped in plenty of times. Usually it's everything you want in a neighborhood bar: cozy yet lively, softly lit with playful bird-themed décor, and music that keeps the energy high without drowning out conversation. It's the rare spot where you can actually talk with friends and still feel the buzz of the room. Today started out the same way -- a friendly crowd, the place looking spotless, and that unmistakable Little Bird vibe. But the service completely missed the mark. Daniel, the bartender, wasn't just a little aloof; he was downright dismissive, which is a real shock given how warm and welcoming the staff usually are. When a bartender acts like they'd rather you weren't there, it drags the whole experience down fast. To make matters worse, the happy-hour pricing I've enjoyed many times before simply wasn't honored, and Daniel offered zero explanation. It felt careless and unprofessional, especially for a bar that typically prides itself on customer service. And while Little Bird doesn't serve food -- something I've always been fine with -- it wouldn't hurt to at least have some small snacks on hand. A bowl of nuts or chips would go a long way when you're lingering over drinks. I still love the atmosphere and location, and I know how good this bar can be when everyone's on their game. But today was not that day. With friendlier, more attentive service, Little Bird is easily a four- or five-star spot. Daniel's attitude and the pricing slip, though, made this visit a big step down from the stellar experiences I've had in the past. Here's hoping management takes note, because this place deserves better than what I saw behind the bar today. read more

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Formally Radio Bar, I'm loving the make over of this place and new vibe. It's somewhat of a retro disco vibe with a play on birds, note the cute little rubber ducks that you can keep! We came around 7pm on a Friday and it was pretty empty. I hope they pick up because this place has a lot of potential! The staff (Hedo and Ian) were great! Super personable, attentive, gave great recommendations. The poblano juice in the cocktails were got was something I'd never had but I loved it. They don't have food here, but they do allow you to bring food which I think is really considerate. So maybe grab food at Oakland Street Food across the street and eat it at Little Bird with a tasty and unique cocktail and great company from the staff! read more

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New bar on 13st. New paint and brighter lights changed it look for sure. Service was good snd the cocktails were decent. Check it out. read more

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Fun, bird-themed bar. There will be a rubber ducky in your drink! The vibe is upscale divey? Is that a thing?! It was fun and the cocktails were good. Our bartender Sarah was awesome. Would definitely visit again. read more

Little Bird Bar - Paper planes - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Oakland, California

Amazing hole in the wall in downtown Oakland! So many cocktails on the menu but they can make anything you want as long as they have the ingredients. Super friendly bartenders and such a good vibe, lots of space and color in here plus mirrors to top the ambiance. Loved my cucumber gimlet and flights to Oaxaca cocktails! Strong enough but has flavor and sweetness to it. I stuck to my fun green drinks all night. And each came with their own unique little duckies as well! 10/10, this is THE spot to go. Love it. read more

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Gera took great care of us! Excellent service and fantastic drinks. This bar has a relaxed, low-key vibe with a great aesthetic. Perfect spot for after-work drinks, catching up with friends, or just unwinding in a chill atmosphere. read more

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Loved it. Expresso martinis are delicious ! Friends bar mates, and you get to keep the little rubber duckies. Good momentos

I love this bar! I think it's beautifully decorated with dimmed purple/pink lights, butterflies on lamps and duck related decorations! They have a lounge upstairs which you can reserve for put to 20 guests giving you a beautiful private view! They play 2000s hip hop/rnb giving feel good vibes! They have really nice bartenders and cute drinks some with ducks in them! Highly recommend this place for a night out with friends or a special love one! read more

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We live nearby and used to love coming to radio because of the grungy dive bar feel. But I think we love the new Bird bar more - it's super cute interior with the mirrors lining the wall making great photo ops! And when you order a cocktail they give you a lil rubber ducky which will always bring a smile to your face! We came after a night out for my partners bday and the staff was awesome - let us use the upstairs seating space and even played a bday song when they heard us singing! Great atmosphere and drinks are fire - try the siesta drink if you like Paloma or the flight to Oaxaca if you like spicy mezcal! read more

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I found this is a tiny bar to be full of personality and very welcoming. The decor, while chic was also a bit cheeky and cheerful. And our bartender, Sarah, was extra friendly and sweet. Their specialty drinks were interesting and each is served with a tiny rubber ducky. My friend and I had the best happy hour gathering at Little Bird Bar! read more

Little Bird Bar - Two cocktails on a bar with a little rubber ducky floating in each one! We took ours home! - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Oakland, California

Walked in and wasn't greeted at the bar at all, the bartender just gave me a quick nod to take my order. After waiting about 25 minutes, I finally got my drink, only to find out they made a mezcal mule instead of the Moscow mule I asked for. When I asked for it to be remade, the bartender (a woman or nonbinary person) looked visibly annoyed and acted like it was a huge inconvenience. Then they completely ignored my request for a while, pouring shots and making drinks for other people who had ordered way after me. Took so long for the corrected drink to arrive that I genuinely began to wonder if they had forgotten about it altogether, so I asked and they shouted "IM MAKING IT RIGHT NOW??!!". To make matters worse, when I finally did get the drink, the drink was trash. Hugely disappointing and not to mention uncomfortable experience from start to finish. read more

Been coming here off and on since the beginning of the year and I've always had excellent customer service from 3 specific bartenders, 1 of them being Anais. Anais always displays a level of customer service that goes above and beyond for her clients. Extremely caring and loving, she does her job with elegance and grace. If there's anyone who deserves to be revered with high regard and respect, it's her. Anais, if you read this, thank you for the beautifully prepared long Island in my last visit. Twas delightful. read more

They have an extensive menu of house made pickles, which became the basis of the non-alcoholic cocktail I ordered -- "Berrily Legal" which was a brined strawberry. Complex, sophisticated, and no hangover. They also have classic cocktails w/ alcohol for about $12, and fancier ones for about $17. Lots of padded stools on the ground floor, and a seating area upstairs as well. read more

Great ambiance and super cute concept! Bird cage lights and little rubber duckies everywhere just to note a few cutesy details. The drinks are delicious! Today I tried the Flight to Oaxaca and I loved it. Sarah was my bartender and shes super friendly and welcoming. read more

Little Bird Bar - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Oakland, California

The drinks were delicious, the bartender provided excellent service, and the space was adorable. The Happy Hour (3-6) was fantastic. Totally ordering the Sav Blanc again. read more

Every employee here is so nice and has great customer service. The bird theme is great. I've been to this bar twice and enjoyed it each time. The drinks are great too. And yes, I am collecting the ducks. read more

these bartenders and there ducks!!! order a cocktail. you will find out i cant say there is a bad staff member in this colorful vibrant bar! but miguel was the one to take care of me and show me the ropes and a good time. will be back all the days! bring ya people and come enjoy a vibe with a building that has some wild history to it from the speak easy days !! read more

I love Little Bird! The Staff is amazing Eian, Geta and Anais are top notch! I love the new vibe and the neighborhood atmosphere. Jens a great owner and did a great job. This is the spot. Great work guys! read more