Came by for an outing with classmates, after having heard so much talk about this place from like,…read moreeveryone! As the fun silly drink lover I am, I had to try the green curry martini the moment I saw it on the menu. And I made the right choice! Somehow, it really reminded me a lot of green curry, but not in an off putting way. It was tart and refreshing, with a hint of spice (though those with lower spice tolerance might have a tougher time with this drink), and pretty herbaceous. Bartenders were very nice and got the drinks out quickly (came in at 6:30 on a Thursday), but it didn't look rushed. SUPER cozy vibes, perfect for either a catchup with friends, or even a date. At the time we came in, there was ample seating. One thing I regret? Not trying their famous hot dogs and espresso martini slushie. Looks like I'll have to come back soon.

"'Tinis and weenies"…read more Tho my autocorrect insists on calling it "tiny weenie". Not the size shaming. =T If I lived in The Town, Tallboy would be on my rotation (along w/ 51 & Tel): (+) Opens at 2 pm. (+) Martini "dive" bar + Vegan hot dogs. (+) Stiff cocktails. (+) Complimentary self-serve popcorn with various seasoning options. (+) Spacious with horse-shoe shaped bar + cafe tables. (+) Low-key vibe, mainly millennials on an early Saturday evening. (+) TT friendly during the earlier hours. (+) Mostly friendly staff. (-) Street parking can be a pain...your best bet is the side streets.

I am so happy to have a year-round Halloween bar in the Bay. They have movie nights too that I…read morewould love to check out and attend. It does not have the same production as other places like Raven Manor in Portland and Cocktails & Screams in Orlando (rip). I am curious if they will deck it out more with Halloween. Kind staff

I walked in and was ordering a drink at the bar, and the bartender confiscated my water bottle I…read morecame in with as I was ordering from her. Said it wasn't allowed and just took it without asking. Then as my friend was ordering a beer and a shot, she kept asking "what do you want?" And he kept saying "the well shot" or whatever they called their beer and shot. Apparently what she meant to say was "what liquor do you want for your beer" but I guess communication isn't her thing. Whatever, sucks that a bartender ruined an otherwise cool looking bar.

Love this place to pre game or end the night haha the bartender are very generous with their…read morepouring. The vibe is different every time.

Super racist bar; especially in Oakland this is unacceptable. It also smells really bad in there…read moreRacists smell.

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!

I really liked this bar. I'm hoping they reopen soon cause it was always my go-to after a days…read morework, but I saw they're closed and under new ownership. Any chance yall are looking for bar backs. I have an open schedule and would love to help support!

Great dive bar. Good service, good prices. Cool old school…read morevibe. 1000% better than Merchants

Perfect neighborhood five bar. Great bartenders, excellent cocktails, good selection of draft…read morebeers, very unpretentious - what more could you ever want in a neighborhood place?

Not to get confused with the bart station! This bar is super cute, and has a vintage/eclectic vibe…read more The bartender was also super kind. Definitely worth checking out!

I feel like a lot of my recent reviews have consisted on "how have I not known this is here", and…read morewelp, here's another one! I truly had no idea 19th Street Station (bar, not Bart) was and has been located on 19th street for quite some time...say what! The things you learn.. Filled with tons of Oakland artifacts and odes to all the Oakland sports teams (I know, tear shed), this spot is truly a unique gem and not so much off-the-beaten-path...but maybe more so a "if ya know, ya know" local hang bar. Upon entering, it felt like you could cozy up to the bar and truly chat about anything with other locals. Such a nice feeling and something truly amiss with other bars and sports bars these days. Service was quick, and the people were so kind. I think the bartender may have been the owner, and seemed so happy to be there sharing stories of the neighborhood. If/when I'm back in the area, I will for sure be on the lookout and come thru. Street parking available. Looks like you can bring your own food in with a new hot dog spot next door (Winky Dinky Dogs).

We came here for the World Cup soccer game with a large group and had a blast!…read more The drinks and environment is second to none, we will definitely be coming back. The service was friendly and fast!

This bar is a staple of the Oakland bar scene. It sits near the Temescal Neighbourhood and has been…read morethere for a zillion years. It's a classic dive bar and the clientele is true. Working class Oakland. The drinks are affordable and the service is decent, the ambience is OK but nothing spectacular. Be careful when parking in the neighborhood because lots of cars have recently been broken into.

This Wed. 10/15/2026 was my visit yesterday to introduce Clare (the historic winetender etc at Chez…read morePanisse) to different kind of alchohol delivery system more inclined to grain etoh rather than grape. With a bit of encourgement I convinced her that this dirty dive bar had a redeeming ambiance & after we slid in to a mainly empty room we were greeted with"Are you here for dinner?", the opening query from our barmaid. "Nah we're here to drink to help digest the "History of Concrete" from a 4:30 matinee at the Grand Lake, which Clare could barely stomach much like my the last version of "French Fries?" I unsuccessfully tried to eat at the Alley (see my previous comment). Her order of a Manhattan was ok & my Racer 5 with a Four Roses lubricant also did the trick..loosen us up. As the effect of drinks took hold the need of eating became more urgent & the recent change of the cook and the barwomen's promise of vastly improved French Fies got us to order the Rocco Special: a 1/2 lb. burger 2 pieces of fried chicken & fries. Clare mentioned to me that she hoped that mayo was included (after both mustard & ketchup quickly appeared) Voila! The listening bartender delivered it & impressed Clare with her attentive service. Ordering it medium was a my error the burger a bit dry but the fries had much improved; way thinner with good crunch & flavor & with mayo & the previous drinks they did the job. Ditto the fried chicken which I ate for their absorption abilities (not great but ok). The guitarist started at 8pm & I grabbed the mike for a rendition of Dylans "I shall be Released" which drew a sitting ovation from the other bar flys (not too shabby i will modestly admit) love that Rod Dibble's ghost is alive & well at his piano even without his cowbell

* F*king awesome vibes, there's so many cool stickers, posters, art and general old school saloon…read morevibes **Great options of drinks, beers and spirits. The staff are fun and interactive, and the cocktails are well done even in dive bar standards *** Piano night is sooo much fun ****Theres always something new to experience every time you stop by *****One of the fundamental Oakland feel vibe bars I'd recommend

Heinold's is one of my favorite places in Oakland…read more Steeped in history, it somehow manages to be both a serious old-school watering hole and wonderfully kitschy at the same time. The bartenders are fun and lively while still knowing their way around their drinks, the outdoor patio is a great place to hang out, and the whole place has the kind of character you just can't manufacture. A true Oakland institution!

This place is located right on the waterfront and next to Jack London's cabin. It has such a charm…read moreand very friendly service! The place itself is super historic and eclectic and the slanted seating makes it all the more interesting! Good selection of draft beers and historical info scattered throughout!

I absolutely love this place. It was my first time visiting. I will definitely be back. It's a cool…read morekick back vibe. A nicely decorated intimate lounge and great for dates or a night out with friends. The staff is welcoming and waiting time for drinks is minimal. I not sure if they sell food. I'll have to check that out next time.

Super chill, casual bar with great vibes!…read more Came here on a Monday evening, and the place had a good amount of people hanging out. Loved that there were lots of seating-bar seating, high tops, and cushioned booths in the back. Good music (D'Angelo, Fugees, Tupac...) which was at a perfect volume, so nobody was yelling! The string lights made for a warm, very comfortable vibe. Our martinis were perfectly chilled and delicious. There's a self serve water dispenser next to the bar, which is always nice. No food, so don't come hungry. They have a cute DJ booth, and looks like they have occasional DJ sets that are posted on their IG-Might be fun to check out! Really glad that we stopped by this place, and will definitely be back. Great way to close off a 3 day weekend!