7/28/24 Zach, Coco and I were on the way home from a night at Lake Chabot and decided to stop by Seawolf for lunch. When we drove by, we got a parking spot right in front. Seawolf is mainly a bar, but you can order food as well. For outside seating, you go inside to order (no one will greet you and tell you unless you go inside) and they will bring the food out to you. Here's what we got: - Hazy beer (for him) - Jumbo whole wings (buffalo flavor) [for him] - Breakfast burrito (mine) The menu is quite limited. It wasn't busy that day so we assumed that the food wasn't going to take that long, but it took 30 minutes. If you're here on a sunny day, I would suggest that you also bring a hat / sunglasses since there's no overhead covering. In terms of the food, Zach said his wings were good and wished he had more. The salad that came with the burrito was refreshing. The burrito is good too, a little spicy but tolerable. Honestly, I think they prioritize the bar and people in the bar first so maybe that's why the food took a while and no one came to check in on us. Overall, it's a decent spot for a quick bite. read more

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I think this place wins on convenience and hours for some other choices in the area. They beat some nearby place on location and service. There aren't a lot of brunch places in the area, so this place is a solid option. Especially for a boozy lunch. Being more of a bar kind of place, it's a little surprising, so they have lots of space. So, on more of what you'd expect a place like this - I'd actually get food here and bring it over to Original Pattern, rather than get what passes for pizza over there. Not that Seawolf's beer selection is bad, but it's hard to compare that to an actual brewery. read more

Great spot for food, fun, and family! This place has a family-friendly atmosphere with games that make it perfect for a fun outing. I definitely underestimated my appetite because the portions here are no joke! I ordered the double bacon burger with fries and a pretzel, but I could only manage to finish half of the burger and some of the pretzel--it was super filling! Parking was easy, as we found a spot on the street. Just a heads-up if you're visiting Oakland--be mindful not to leave anything visible in your car. Our server was fantastic--very attentive, friendly, and quick to bring our drinks and refills. I also really liked the unique ordering system, where you can place your order straight from your phone at your own pace. Overall, a great experience with delicious food and a fun vibe! Would definitely come back. read more

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We visited Seawolf for a late lunch on a Weekend afternoon. It wasn't very busy at the time, which was nice. I hadn't been here in a while, and I noticed they had done some major renovations inside--it looks like a new bar altogether. One downside is that they don't have traditional menus; you have to use a QR code to place your order and make payments. Unfortunately, the system didn't work well when trying to add or delete items from the meal. I had the bacon cheeseburger, and in my opinion, it was just average. The burger patty was quite thin. My girlfriend had the Southern chicken sandwich, and she mentioned that it lacked the spices she would have expected. They only had about eight beers on draft and not many other beer options. However, the bar seemed to have a decent selection of standard liquors. The bartenders and kitchen staff were extremely friendly, which was a highlight. However, the tables lacked condiments, and we had to ask for silverware, salt, mustard, etc. No one came to our table during the meal, so we had to go to the bar for refills. On our way out, we noticed a back room set up for comedy nights, although it wasn't in use at the time. We were told they usually have comedy shows every Friday night and sometimes on Saturday, depending on other events. We definitely plan to come back in the evening to catch a comedy show or just for drinks, but I doubt we'll return for a meal. read more

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Truly a cute hidden gem! I had an excellent Bloody Mary here, and need to come back for that Willie's kitchen menu! read more

Seawolf - Bloody Mary - Pubs Near Me - Oakland, California

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We were in-town for the July 4th weekend so decided to attend the Sunday 8:45 pm show on July 5 at the Sea Wolf. The website said the tickets would be $23.50 if reserved online ahead of time, and $25 ticket at the venue. But--when we arrived, the host at the door charged us $40 per guest. It is really not cool to up the advertised fee by $15 per guest and it soured our upbeat mood. The stand-up comedy talent was ok. Not great as we had seen some of them before at a different venue. Given the upcharge for the entry fee, we would appreciate an explanation for the $15 add-on per ticket, when we had planned on $25/ticket, which would have left us enough balance for us to both enjoy a few adult beverages. Disappointing, especially for returning customers. read more

Seawolf - Exterior Sea Wolf - Pubs Near Me - Oakland, California

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Found this tavern while searching for another place and decided to try it. One because it looked like a locals only tavern and two because we found parking right out front. We came into town for an expo and had our rental Jeep filled to the brim with merchandise so we really wanted to eat somewhere with a patio overlooking our vehicle. This fit the bill! The service was no frills. Since we sat outside we had to go in to order at the bar which wasn't a huge hassle but also doesn't rank for more than 3 stars for service. Thankfully they brought our food to us but we had to get our own drinks. I got the Koren fried chicken sandwich which was hot, crispy and juicy. Three bun was toasted and fresh, slaw was crunchy but it was very heavy on the gochujang (red pepper sauce). I like gochujang but it is very messy, and will stain your fingers for a bit. Overall, solid chicken sandwich. The fries were light and crispy though they didn't look like the fries I had seen on previous posts which looked beer battered, these were more like fast food fries. My friend got the cheeseburger. I asked her how it was and she said, "um, it was fine." The veggies were fresh but they serve it cooked however the chef wants, which seemed medium well. As far as outdoor dining ambiance, it was a Zero aesthetically. We say at a little wooden table on the patio overlooking the street with a rickety red umbrella swaying every which way beside us. I give it 5 stars for having a parking spot directly out front though. Inside definitely had more of a London pub vibe, but since it was 230p only two people were inside. Seems like it would be an easy neighborhood bar to go to, but if you are in town looking for a must try one-off, probably keep going. read more

Seawolf - Koren chicken sandwich & Cheeseburger (red hue from the umbrella) - Pubs Near Me - Oakland, California

The food was horrible. I get that it's bar food, but a simple sandwich ordered from their app was missing standard items and paid add ons (+$2 for bacon). I brought this to the bartenders attention immediately...but the charge remained until we had to leave. Drinks were pretty good, bartender was hustling, but will never return. read more

My custom Brussels sprouts... too bad they are no longer serving this... but I got that Nunu Fries from new menu. Call the Belgian style fries. Thick like a Twix... read more

Seawolf - Brussels sprouts. Added bacon. I did not ask for onions tho. But it turn out good. With a side of Hazy Morgan territory. You welcome! - Pubs Near Me - Oakland, California

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Pretty cool bar! The place was pretty empty on a thursday night but it was still a fun place to hang out and throw darts. The cocktails were pretty good too, which is surprising for a place like this! read more

Awesome neighborhood spot. Great place to watch a game and grab a bite in a nice chill, relaxed, atmosphere. Great service and food with outdoor seating. There tacos are awesome here I highly recommend them. Mix n matchem for $10 for 3. read more

Seawolf - Fish taco, carnitas, and chicken adobo. - Pubs Near Me - Oakland, California

Awful. My wife and I went to Seawolf Public House for a comedy show and deeply regret it. The MC mistook volume for talent and nearly screamed for his part. Mind you this was a small room. Note to self: when the menu is 90% burgers, order a burger. She ordered the fish & chips and it was, "uneatable". Bordered on disgusting. Instead of wait staff they had those stupid QR code shit. You know where you have to sign up in order to order. Well I screwed mine up so my food order , fish& chips never arrived. Guess it was a blessing in disguise after seeing the mess served to my wife. read more

Still love this place. Friendly people, good food and just a generally great vibe. The carnitas nachos are just like I like them. Indoor drinking and dining and a nice patio as well. Just a cool neighborhood spot. Easy parking. read more

Amazing, friendly staff, great cocktails, and a chill community vibe. This place is a neighborhood favorite for good reason! Come here anytime I'm craving the fried pickles with a nice draft beer or tasty drink. read more

Came here for comedy night and I loved the intimacy of the room. Perfect for a small comedy crowd. I came alone and was paired at a table with someone else that came alone and it turned out to be totally chill. Service was fast, though the bar was pretty empty outside the comedy space. I also arrived a bit tipsy and so appreciated the hefty portion of nachos. Definitely returning for comedy night, but also now know a new spot to hit up for brunch. read more

My trivia team and I have been coming here on Wednesdays pretty regularly since June. We've come in first or second a handful of times, and last night we used the winnings we had accumulated to pay for dinner. We started with the nachos. Since we were celebrating, we added guacamole and carnitas. The nachos were okay, but overpriced even before the add-ons. (We were also overcharged -- I had just seen the price on the menu minutes before our bill came, so I knew it was wrong.) I ordered the Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich, which is topped with gochujang sauce, kimchi aioli, and cabbage slaw, and is served with fries or salad. The sandwich was tasty and definitely spicy, but not overwhelmingly so. The last time I ordered food, I went with the Pesto Grilled Cheese, which I really enjoyed and will hopefully have again in the future. Seawolf has a somewhat limited food menu, but that shouldn't be a huge surprise. Since I don't drink beer, my review is only for the food, service, and atmosphere. read more

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Pretty tasty for pub + restaurant! Had their chilaquiles on a Saturday (their brunch menu) and they were ok. Loved the pretzel! Will definitely be back for it. Bloody Mary was also tasty, but I was too full to have much of it. Large assortment of beers on tap and other local beers, and cocktails as well. read more

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Can't think of a reason not to go here. Fantastic food - French dip is ridiculously good. Draft offerings are well balanced with super high quality. Ambiance is super comfortable and chill and with great service! read more

**3.5 stars rounded up to 4 stars** Came here for dinner, but stayed for Trivia Thursday! Super fun trivia atmosphere where you questions on your phone. The categories were also unique ranging from slowed down songs, videos of movie scenes, all things Nevada, etc. We ordered some of the fall cocktails including the Rumplespicekin and Fired Up Old Fashioned. Both were relatively strong, but I enjoyed the Rumplespicekin since it had the apple cider flavor. For mains, we got the Korean fried chicken sandwich ($15), which was crispy but a bit too greasy. We also couldn't taste the gochujang, which was supposed to marinate the chicken. It came with fries that were delicious though. There's some sweet, sour, and salty powder on these fries that make them addicting to eat. We also tried the tacos (baja fish, cauliflower, and adobo chicken), which were also just okay. The cauliflower was a bit bland and the chicken was dry. The food didn't blow me away and it's a bit pricey as well. I would definitely come here again though just for the fun trivia, fries, and drinks! read more

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Underwhelming is an understatement. This was $18.. 2oz of beef jerky called sirloin, unmelted cheese, au jus that was 100% beef gravy from a packet, and a grand total of 10 french fries. The service was also hilariously bad. I sat at the bar and saw the bartender 3 times in total. Once to hand us the menu (yes, one menu for a group of multiple people), once to order, and once to give her a credit card to pay. I had to go back to the kitchen to ask for silverware, salt, and napkins because the bartender and owner were too busy chatting with friends. read more

Seawolf - Pubs Near Me - Oakland, California

Seawolf is a wonderful neighborhood restaurant that everytime we go to, we kick ourselves for not going more often. You can sit outside on sunny days or inside. The food is delicious. They have a great brunch! The chilequiles are not to be missed and the staff are super friendly! read more

Loved coming here everyday for lunch when I worked in Oakland. Nicest staff around 10/10

My team actually made the window graphics for Seawolf, that's how I first heard about it and then we had celebrated one of my coworkers birthday here. Rip those delicious Mac and cheese balls :,(. Anyway, I'm right around the corner from here so whenever I don't have lunch at the office I walk on over for the West Coast Street Tacos. I usually get one of the following: Baja Fried Fish is my favorite: crispy even after 15 mins of travel. A little kick to it. Just straight up delicious. I always order 3 of these! Baja Cauliflower: equally as delicious as the fried fish but it falls apart too easily so I don't get it anymore but it's REALLY GOOD. Vegan Cauliflower: very good the sauce takes it to another level. Not tacos, sweet potato fries: I mean you can't go wrong with SPF if you like SPF... Other notes! Love how chill the place is. The times I've gone it wasn't overly crowded. Ambience is good you can hear people talk still. The staff is friendly. Hoping to force my coworkers to come with me after work one of these days! read more

Seawolf - Baja Fried Tacos and Sweet Potato Fries - Pubs Near Me - Oakland, California

Came here for trivia night recently which I think they have weekly, it was popping! We came during the first round and staff was nice enough to set up a table for us to sit in the trivia room - lol there's another room outside of earshot good for people not doing trivia. Trivia answers were submitted on your phone which is cool. Honor system to not cheat!! We had some snacks and beer. Good vibes, good times! I used to go here more pre pandemic and they used to have poutine - please bring it back! Lol. I didn't see it on the menu this time. read more

Beautiful old Victorian and great reviews! We decided to stop in yesterday early in the afternoon. We grabbed a seat at the end of the bar and scoped out the beer list. So far so good! The selection of beer was enticing, but we never got a chance to order. There were only about 8 other people inside the pub, and the bartender never greeted us or even established eye contact acknowledging our presence in the not crowded room. After several minutes of waiting we decided to spend our time and money at a great brewery down the block. Bummer! read more

Seawolf - Beautiful old Victorian. - Pubs Near Me - Oakland, California

Came here for the first time for trivia night! It was the quietest, most easygoing group of trivia players ever. But still fun! Got a mango cider which was divine. The wait staff was helpful and nice. Giving 4-stars because the dry rub chicken wings could've been cooked a little better (read: less) and the loaded fries could've been more loaded (read: have more meat and cheese) But I'll still be back lol read more

Seawolf Public House is a hidden gem, operated by Monica, who cares deeply about her pub. To keep it brief, Seawolf offers fun events, (cornhole championships, UFC fight screenings, TVs with sporting events, karaoke, trivia and other board games) a robust drink menu including craft cocktails and rotating local drafts, all thoughtfully procured, and a fresh new menu from the old chef at Luca's Taproom. Their menu is delicious, and the drinks hit! To top it all off, and probably most important, their service and bar staff are top notch. All of them are laid back but attentive, genuinely cool folks that care-not just small talk and lip service. Special shout-out to Adam and Nate, who are always hardworking and have fostered a fun batch of local regulars, who really help to bring the ambiance to life there. The ambiance of a bar like this is a direct reflection on the staff, and they're doing all the right things. Keep it up! read more

(3.5 stars) I joined a group of friends to watch the UFC fight at Seawolf this past weekend. My friends got there early at around 6PM and snagged one of the last tables. Definitely recommend coming early for game days, or else it'll be standing room only. They offered their "fight night" menu, so we got a bunch of items to share: Jumbo Bavarian Pretzel - 5/5 I'm usually not a huge pretzel person, but this pretzel was so good that we ended up ordering two! It's hot, freshly baked, and super soft. I also liked the wasabi-like mustard and cheese dips they had. Nachos - 3/5 We added guac and chicken to the nachos and it was a pretty hefty portion. Thought these were solid and a good option for the table to share. Wings - 3.5/5 These wings were huge! Thought the dry rub flavor was slightly better than the Gochujang flavor. Caesar Salad - 3/5 I know ordering a salad at a pub is usually not the best idea, but the Caesar Salad surprised us! It was a big portion (enough to share amongst 5), and nicely dressed. Good option if you're looking for some greens :) French Fries - 2/5 The fries themselves were good, but they were so over-seasoned! The final few fries had so much seasoning, we couldn't even finish it. The service was also amazing! It was a packed bar, but the servers were so attentive and patient. We kept adding more drinks and apps to our tab and it was no problem at all. We ended up spending hours there, and never felt rushed to leave. Definitely a great, casual spot to hang out and grab some good drinks and food with friends! read more

Seawolf - Nachos & Pretzel - Pubs Near Me - Oakland, California

This is our favorite place in Oakland. The atmosphere feels like home. That's the best way I can explain it. It's family owned and it shows with how they treat their regulars. They always show the UFC fights, always have the football games on. But the FOOD is never a miss. The burgers are easily the best in town. And the pozole taste like going home for the holidays. My husband & I love this place. read more

Seawolf - - Arugula salad w goat cheese, pear, cranberry & lemon vinaigrette dressing 10/10 - burger w dirty fries 10/10 - red pozole w chicken 10/10 - Pubs Near Me - Oakland, California

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My favorite bar to go for for quick beer fix and yummy bites in my neighborhood! After going there regularly we have started to meet other neighborhood legends and fixtures. A really nice sense of community there. The service is always outstanding. The menu stays relatively stable/unchanged but solid. We have enjoyed their Korean fried chicken sandwich, fish taco plate, pozole and more. Even if you don't feel like getting a hefty meal you can certainly opt in on small bites such as Brussels sprouts or grilled cheese sandwich with tomato soup. I heart you Seawolf and I want to see you continue thriving as always! read more

Best cheeseburger west of the Mississippi River The environment feels like home and the service is second to none read more

How much do I love thee Sea Wolf? Let me count the ways: 1. Super, friendly service. These guys make you feel like family when you walk in the door. 2. They love Game of Thrones! 3. If you are a UFC fan, they show fights here for major events. 4. The back room has a nice pool table, dart board, and now has stand up comedy on certain nights. 5. The food!!! It was always good, but now they have joined forces with Willie, the former head chef from Luka's Taproom and the food is straight bomb!! read more

Hmmm I thought I wrote a review for this place but FAIL! Been here for weekday lunches and ALL DAY Taco Tuesday over the last 2 years...@ $2 each and $3 for the fried fish tacos!! The fish tacos with cabbage-cilantro slaw, little kick of jalapeño and drizzled with a mayo based sauce is probably my fave...lightly battered and delicious! The carne asada is a good second but definitely try each (5 kinds incl. a mushroom) to find your favorite. Other items to try: * MAC N CHEESE BALLS with marinara - you got it..Mac n cheese scooped into balls, dipped in Italian breadcrumbs and fried! - cheesey, crunchy, gooey bites * DEEP FRIED PICKLES - of course u gotta like pickles...light and crispy * KOREAN FRIED CHICKEN sandwich - crispy breast of chicken with a Korean chili-Mayo sauce and cabbage slaw - good to try 3.5/5 * CREME BRULEE - a pretty darn good one for a sports bar...creamy with the perfect burnt sugar shell on top 5/5! A definite WHOA moment! Great place to watch sports with a variety of beers, mixed and non-alcoholic drinks and craft sodas available. Service is nothing fancy but friendly and consistent. Will definitely have to try their brunch...plenty of street parking! Yay! read more

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So I had been here many times over the years. Been here when it was a "cop" bar/pub called the Warehouse Pub as the last business in this spot. Then I had stopped in a couple of times pre-pandemic. The food level has for the most part stayed consistent. But it is significantly more pricey now than the previous business. It is still decently prepared pub grub, except now it has a more hipster flair, which makes it more relevant for the area. But even when we were allowed to sit inside, I just felt that they put in very little effort in the space. Almost zero ambiance and it looks even more worn and bare, than the previous business. Even the new outdoor dining area has these tiny umbrellas but offer zero shade. When the sun is out, you just bake out there. And with the new outdoor dining system, I just feel like there's a settling factor involved. For example there's a watered down table service. You have to get in line and order at a register before you get seated. You can't see/peruse a menu until you get to the register, which makes ordering feel rushed. The menu seems a lot smaller. And on one out, they were out of multiple things. They also don't take cash, or actually they can 'take' it, but they will be unable to give change, as it's their new system to not carry a cash drawer. So lots of having to settle. But the food/drinks (if they have it) is not too shabby. Really good craft beer list and full bar. To that is where I'm sure I'll be back. During early evenings, it is a cool place to chill. Drinks are very reasonably priced (under $10) and they're usually piping some cool jazzy 90's hip hop. A DJ was even in the mix one Sunday evening. Super chill. Pretzel ($8/5*) This is my go-to pub munchie here. It is ball park sized but it is so much fresher and delectable here. Nice slightly chewy crust and super tender inside. Perfectly salted (sometimes it's over done) and they serve this with a side of brown mustard and a cheese sauce. Both really good as dips for this wonderful pretzel. Burger ($15/2.5*) The bun is the best part, good quality bun, toasted nice too. But everything else is just super standard. If it is more special than one of the better fast food burgers, then it isn't by much. So now the $15 tag, definitely translates into an iffy value. Pre-pandemic I think they used to have a 1/2 off burgers on Wednesdays. At that price the value was decent. But for that basic burger at full price, pass for me from here on out. Chilaquiles Verde w/added Carnitas ($19/3.5) The chilaquiles part was pretty good. Thick chips properly sauteed in a decent salsa verde that every chip was coated. The carnitas add was on the modest end, maybe 4 oz. worth. The refried beans were serviceable, just wished it had some melted cheese on it to give it an elevated perception. 2 over-easy eggs complemented the plate, as it adds another sauce factor to the sauced chips. They also just gave me over-easy without me asking. That's the way I like it anyways, but if you prefer another style, you may have to let them know. So value wise, the food gets a meh, while the drinks gets a yay. So until they can open to more of what they used to be, I think this will be just a drink and a pretzel type of place for me. After that, I'm sure I'll give them another solid shot. read more

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Found my go-to sports bar! They got: 1. TVs on every wall 2. Great beer selection (half price pitchers during NFL games) 3. Delicious food (both the chicken and carnitas tacos were tender and dripping with flavor) 4. Friendly and quick service Really, what more can you ask for? read more

Interesting location and decor. Decent selection of beers, with something to fit all tastes. Good selection of liquor. Good selection is adequate. Dry rubbed chicken tenders were good if a little pricey. Service was excellent. read more

Found myself in Oakland at the Seawolf! A hidden gem on a corner with tables outside to enjoy the sun. If you're in the hood, be sure to stop by. Cynthia, Hugo and the rest of the staff were amazing! Find the secret Gnome and leave an altoid for good luck. read more

Seawolf - Secret Gnome - Pubs Near Me - Oakland, California

My baseball team, and enjoy this spot for brunch and beers. They always take great care of us, and the owner is super friendly and appreciative. Food is a step up from typical bar food, which is greatly appreciated. read more

Decided to stop here after a day at the off-leash park with my doggie. It was late afternoon so service was quick! Best darn burger and fried I've had in a long time! I like that the menu is not overwhelming. My dog really enjoyed his burger patty! Nice dark oak bar. Lots of tv's. Plenty of casual indoor seating. Good outdoor seating too. read more

Seawolf - Bacon cheese burger and fries with a delicious aioli dip. 1500 pale ale. - Pubs Near Me - Oakland, California

Went on a Sunday for a Niners playoff game. They serve brunch till 2:30. Drink specials available. The staff were incredibly friendly. Food was good. Friend and I shared nachos, wings and loaded fries. All were delicious. Would definitely recommend if you're in the area and want to stop in for a drink or just looking for a place to watch a game. read more