best bar on planet earth. staff is amazing i literally look forward to talking with the bartenders when i come here. they give an orange sauce with the fries that's so good i could write poetry about it. music is at a perfect volume where u can hear ur friends at ur table but not the table next to u. here's a picture of me almost crying because they thought they were out of oysters but realized they had a few extra and gave them to me for free. i love you tipsea. read more

Tipsea - me and the oysters - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Berkeley, California

My friend and I came here for some late night eats because they closed at 2am. We had a drink each. I didn't really know what I wanted to drink so I asked the service whatever is pink and pretty. she brought out a pretty pink tequila drink for it which I enjoyed a lot! I had the B.L.A.T burger and it was good. I like how the fries were small and crunchy. They didn't have honey mustard or ranch though so that was a little disappointing. The venue was pretty. It's not that big but they make do of the space and it's very cute in there. read more

Tipsea - Pretty pink tequila drink - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Berkeley, California

Shattuck is full of fun bars to slip into, Tipsea being one of them. I've been here twice, and this was the first time trying snacks while here besides cocktails. Looking for an in-between spot (a sip and bite before dinner), we cozied up to the bar here for a quick cocktail and bar food snack. We ordered onion rings that came with the choice of a variety of sauces including Tikka Sauce, Siracha Mango, Sweet Chili, Korean BBQ, Hot Honey, and more. Both the cocktails and snacks came timely, and we enjoyed conversation and community chatting with other locals/tourists visiting Berkeley for a short time. The vibes are right in Tipsea and I dig the nautical ambiance/theme/play on words. Worthy of a stop through; street parking on Shattuck/paid garages nearby, but ride-share sometimes easiest for these locations. NA options available and full menu including burgers, a fried chicken sando, seafood options, other bar snacks including Navi's and loaded tots, and dessert. read more

Tipsea - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Berkeley, California

Berkeley sure was packed this past Saturday, but surprisingly this bar wasn't, though they did have quite a few customers. Prior to arriving I had to circle a bit for parking. After being ambitious for three minutes to find parking, I parked across the street on Durant. My friend and I arrived, were greeted and seated ourselves in one of the booths. Looking at the drink menu we asked for recommendations - I got Lightkeeper's Daughter, which has a nice citrusy taste. Side note but I love when they give us crushed small balls of ice. My friend ordered the Green Lantern, which was very good. I think the fresh Fiji apple juice inside is what made this drink stand out, though it didn't have the slight cider taste that you get from fresh apple juice. It was just good. Drinks get a 5/5. I ordered the truffle burger and good gawd was it delicious. I'd definitely order again. It comes with fries, and I upgraded to the Cajun fries they had. Lemme get back to the burger - I'm not a person who goes crazy for burgers but sometimes I just have that craving for red meat. This burger did not disappoint - the mushrooms were made perfectly and were in each bite of the burger with nothing falling off - you know how sometimes the burger is too stuffed and ingredients start to come off? Not here. 10/5 for the burger. It just might be the best burger I've ever had, no exaggeration. Considering this bar markets themselves as the best bar in Berkeley and I had a really good experience, I'd like to come back and try other drinks and other items off of the menu. I never expected to be wowed by the burger here, but as a fan of truffle I was glad this was on the menu. They have NA beverages and I was tempted to try, especially since my astrological sign is the name of one of the mocktails, but here is my issue. Why are we having NA beverages cost the same as alcohol beverages? It just seems like a rip to me, no matter how well you craft us some juice. Just my opinion, but it's nice they offer NA beverages since more and more people are letting go of the liquor. However, my point still stands. $15 is nuts to me. Have I spent that before at another restaurant/bar before? Sure have, when I wasn't drinking and I've decided that I'd rather opt for water or a Topo Chico if offered. The ambiance here was mellow. Very dark inside so I didn't get great pics of the menu, but the pic of the burger? Good and necessary. read more

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Love this place. Amazing and attentive staff . Great music and tasty food . Highly recommended. read more

Tipsea - Great place to have a drink after work . Especially on a Tuesday night. Attentive and friendly staff . Definitely be back. - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Berkeley, California

Love this place , all the bar tender are so nice and I love how they are always making new drinks for the menu.

The service here is always impeccable .Both of the bartenders that I've encountered have been great ! They are friendly and don't have ego problems like most do .haha .Anyways ,this is my new go to bar in Berkeley read more

Tipsea - Happy hour onion rings - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Discovered this spot on Yelp while looking for a place to enjoy a pre-dinner drink before our reservation at Chez Panisse. They offer some really unique cocktails, and the bartender was both friendly and helpful. Definitely worth a visit read more

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We came to the bar because our friend who worked in Berkeley used to work right up the it was super close and the timing was perfect because it was right after the city's very first Pride festival. Super convenient spot to end up at. The bar is on the smaller side, but unless you show up during peak hours it doesn't feel crowded. When we got there, I saw maybe four or five booths, a couple of tables in the back, and some bar seating. The whole place has a cozy speakeasy vibe and it's really cute. When we left is when it got super busy!! Everyone from Berkeleys pride was showing up! They've got a solid selection of liquor, especially if your into whiskey, mezcal, or tequila. The owner apparently isn't a fan of vodka, but they still keep it on the menu since a lot of people like that liquor. I loved how all the bottles are lined up on these bookshelf-style racks with a rolling ladder. Such a cool detail. The bartender was awesome! super sweet and she made really good drinks. I stuck to the menu, but added in a couple of other items lol. The only thing I regret is not snapping a picture of the menu because they have happy hour every single day and the food and drinks looked really good. Definitely a spot worth checking out if your around. read more

Tipsea - Cucumber basil mint vodka gimlet - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I found this spot on Google because I really wanted a tasty lunch and drink, but I wanted to try somewhere different. It was about 4 pm when I arrived and it was not packed. All patrons were at the bar, so I sat there as well. The bartender, Hayley, greeted me warmly. They have Happy Hour from 2 pm to 5 pm daily. I ordered the Bacon Cheeseburger meal and it came with fries. I ordered that from the regular menu. It was $17 (I think) Hayley reccomended the Blackberry margarita when I asked what flavors could she make the marg. Oh.. she also Guava was good too. I ordered that from the Happy Hour menu. It was $10 with $1 extra for the flavor. They make their burgers medium well automatically. They have a special sauce that taste like tikki sauce. I got it in the side because I was unsure if I would like it. However, I wound up putting it on my burger lol. They made my bacon crispy, not burnt. Exactly how I requested for it. The fries were good too. The drink...soooo yummy. I had 2 lol. Hayley was very accomodating, friendly and warm. She is in the pics. I told her that I will come back when she is working, so I can bring my wife because they have $1 oysters and she would love that. Also, I think she would like the overall vibe and tasty drinks. I reccomend this spot for anyone looking for a cute and quaint spot to eat good food and get their libation on. They have a full bar and other food items in their menu for all types of patrons. read more

Cute bar with friendly bartenders and a great happy hour! My friend and I had the ten dollar margaritas, the sangrita, ghost fries and wings. Margaritas and sangrita were on point, wings were crispy and spicy, and the seasoning on those ghost fries was fire. read more

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2nd review with food: we ordered the oysters, fish tacos, fish and chips, the tikka fries are amazing btw! I recommend anything because I actually trust their food. Fish Tacos - fish on the smaller size, otherwise 7/10 Oysters - super fresh and enough for 2 people to share! Fish & Chips - yummm can't complain, the fries pair well with the tikka sauce (ask for it on the side) The drinks never fail and they pour strong. I love the staff here, they're welcoming and helpful. I always come here for a chill night out, this time was during the day and it was fun. read more

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Their drink menu is SO fun! There are honestly so many good selections that you'll want one of each (pls be responsible). The bartenders are friendly, speedy, and artists creating these yummy cocktails. My favorites were Caught in the Riptide and The Baltic Pearl. Their hamburgers looked really good but we just got a side of fries extra crispy. Amazing compliment to the drinks with an ambiance like you're by the water. So looking forward to being back one day! read more

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Jess was the best bartender around! Really nice bar if you're looking for a lowkey vibe. We were referred by the crew at Eggy's and Tipsea did not disappoint. read more

Tipsea - Tequila that the bartender recommended - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Intimate nautical themes bar with unique cocktails. Enjoyed the "Unseen Depths" which featured a unique blend of buttered bourbon and other artisanal flavors. Efficient friendly service and enjoyed conversation at the bar. read more

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The drinks here are surprisingly good- wish I could say the same about the service. We came here on a mild Friday night, started off great with a really sweet bartender- so attentive and made the best drinks. Luck was not on our side as she had to leave for break and then things went downhill. We just wanted a shot to add to our really well made but slightly sugary drink. Said bartender refused to acknowledge till we flagged her down, We got a shot to share between two cocktails, not long after it was poured It was knocked out of my hand by someone in the bar walking by. Under most circumstances, one would offer out of courtesy to replace the drink. However she didn't, made us pay for a new drink minus the shot we also paid for. Not the best experience. read more

Food was delicious !! Sam was amazing! gave great service , will make sure you're always good . drinks were good as well . read more

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It's a nice place. The bartenders and staff are friendly and pretty accommodating. The clientele are not the best to deal with. The prices are high and the drinks and food are hit and miss. It's hard for me to recommend but I wouldn't want to tell you not to go there either. It's just a pass place for me. read more

Great bar with delicious food menu! I would recommend 100% Service and ambiance was also nice for it being college town area! read more

I went to Tipsea last Saturday. The bar has a nice vibe and the drinks were great, but the service was disappointing. When we arrived, there was no greeting, just "sit anywhere." The bartender wasn't friendly, didn't offer any drink suggestions, ignored us most of the time, and even avoided a simple question about things to do nearby. Later they blasted the music so loud it was hard to even talk. The place looks good, but the guest service really needs improvement. With so many options in Berkeley, I'm not sure I'd go back. read more

Well crafted cocktails and fun bartenders. The food is definitely unique. The oysters and wings are amazing! Cool spot for a pre-game or drinks with friends! read more

Good service but it was dead when we went I would come back forsure. They had happy hour drinks and food read more

Tipsea - Arrete reposado - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Berkeley, California

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First time visiting Tipsea! Already had a welcoming vibe from the security guard and the bartenders. The menu is available online on their website and the physical one is very cute resembling a pirate's journal. It lists the key ingredients and there are plenty to choose from. We tried: Floral Reef $16 - Ginger guava tequila Lightkeepers Daughter $15- pineapple coconut rum The Green Flash $14- Basil Fuji apple Vodka Unseen Depths $16- Bourbon with hint of sesame oil French Fries $7.95 - perfectly fried, salty and the tikka sauce is Bomb! There's bar seating as well as booths. Great spot to hangout with friends. I visited around 9pm on a Thursday and was able to get a booth with friends. 10/10 bathroom, pretty clean and extra toilet paper was stocked. I normally don't expect nice bathrooms at bars but was pleasantly impressed and it matched the sea theme! Will definitely be back during happy hour to try the rest of their menu! read more

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Good options for food and drinks during happy hour. Prompt, attentive and efficient service. A nice variety of unique mixed drinks. Small intimate booths with plenty of seating at the bar. read more

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A Berkeley student-type joint where things could work better but do not. In my visit there were like 5 people working but some seemed quite new and uninformed. Hey you gotta start somewhere. The ambiance is kind of "was really nice now a little run down" many lights either not working or not turned on, there's a halfhearted attempt at nautical decor to go with the name, but I don't feel they pulled it off. Lots of bottles on the shelf but no menu listing what they have. At $15 each, drinks were expensive, even when I got a cocktail made with the well bourbon. They have "Industry Specials" not only on Monday which is typical, but 4 days a week. Probably some good bargains there. I'm glad they were open on a Monday, lots of places on Shattuck are not. But if I had a choice of Tipsea or another option I'd look into the alternative. read more

I'll definitely be returning to Tipsea to get tipsy! Hahaha The place is small and the vibe is RIGHT. Dim lighting, bar seats and a few tables, nice shelving of all of the available bottles at the bar, a breeze coming in from the open windows, and a good playlist of chill rnb songs that's played at a level where you can still nod your head and converse. If you go here for the 1st time, I HIGHLY ADVISE sitting at the bar and being taken care of by Shiloh! I was happy that I sat at the bar because I explained to her it was my first time there and asked if she had any recommendations and she sure did! I told her what I usually drink and what type of flavor profile I wanted and she advised for Drink #1, UNDER THE TIDEPOOLS (refreshing!), Drink #2, THE BIRTH OF VENUS (Yo! There's a nice kick to it! Like a lil slap to your face hahaha) and every drink after were her own concoctions which were so good! #inshilohitrust hahaha Her customer service went beyond my expectations! For some good eats, I enjoyed the GHOST FRIES with the tasty Tikka Sauce! And if you even want more than a quick bite, order the TRUFFLE BURGER! The sautéed mushrooms and truffle butter, SMACK! Ooohh weee! read more

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Jess & Katie took care of us. The drinks were very unique and tasty. I got the Under the Tidepools & Red Sky at Night both very good drinks. I would definitely come back the vibes, drinks and overall atmosphere was awesome read more

Cute small cocktail bar near Cornerstone in Berkeley. Bartender wasn't hugely helpful but was polite. I really enjoyed the apple and basil drink. Fun nautical theme! read more

Tipsea - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Berkeley, California

If we weren't treated to 4 full baskets of free wings for $1 Wing Wednesday (because our waiter submitted our ordered wrong) I'd give it a 3 star because of the slow and non attentive service. The wings were great flavor but mildly dry. The drinks were . Great price as well. read more

Tipsea - Lemon Pepper, Buffalo, Korean BBQ wings and a burger + onion rings - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Berkeley, California

After dinner wrapped up early nearby, we decided to drop in for a quick drink. Didn't know what I had wanted so I asked the bartender for a recommendation. Boy, was it an awesome rec!! The first time I've tried an Army Navy cocktail. And boy was it delicious!!! We would come back for the awesome bartender!! read more

Tipsea - Bartender rec: Army Navy cocktail - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Berkeley, California

Nice chill ambient here. Pretty cool menu ideas with their cocktails on top of any regular you may want to order. Staff is hip and friendly. Definitely a cool stop for drinks and hanging out. read more

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Very delicious and creative drinks, chill vibe. Food is good and they serve food late. (Please fix the door, as it doesn't close and so there's a cold draft.) Would definitely come back! read more

Great cocktails! Service can take awhile, but that's what you can expect with specialty drinks. Friendly service.

I came here with a friend and didn't realize that Berkeley can be popping at night. This is one of the few bars in the area where you can bar hop between and the vibes here are great. I love the ambiance inside it makes a great place for a casual cute date or fun night with friends. They also offer some bites too. Service is good it does get crowded later in the night. Drinks have bread themes and names. Prices are reasonable and size is perfect. Loved my experience here. read more

Strolled in here before a concert recently and was told they had $8 burger + fries and $5 fernet shots. Yes + yes please the burger was so damn good, we actually tried to drop by to share another after the concert but it was too packed in there (spot is small in general) for us to stay. Drinks were good and the bartender there during the day was really nice/cool. Interior is dim, bar backlit with red light, and the music was mostly old funk. We were into it and will definitely drop by again! read more

This place is amazing. A must visit for cocktail and small plate lovers! However, negatives: 1. Door would stick open just enough to let in a cold draft. Gotta fix that to seal off the chill, please. 2. Service was weird. We were ready to order a 2nd round, but our bartender was looking at her phone for a good 5 minutes, and then was talking to the hostess/waitress. We could not get either of their attention for a long time. 3. The cocktail "Under the Tidepools" includes Baijiu, which tastes very strange. Just a heads up unless you are used to sorghum liquor. Positives: a) Chicken wings are deep fried and crispy. Quite excellent. I had the Lemon Pepper, but I'd imagine all flavors are good. b) Tuna tartare was also delicious. c) Highly recommend the "Song of the Sea" cocktail. Will be back to try everything else! read more

Bartenders that close on tuesday are a vibe. Drinks are great got the Lightkeepers daughter.

Amazing under the sea themed bar in Berkeley! Cocktails are all crafted to perfection! The menu is so cute. I ordered the Floral Reef and I loved the taste and the hints of ginger in the drink! I forgot the name of our bartender but she was so amazing! read more

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What a great bar! My friends and I actually stumbled upon this place unintentionally when on the way to a different bar, but were drawn in by the vibe and atmosphere. Having been in the area for so long, we decided to give it a try on a Tuesday night. There were still a few seats available and we were able to sit at the bar and order the first round of drinks before a table opened later in the night. I ended up getting two in total, the pisco punch and the lemon drop. Both were so good and very reasonably priced as well! There was a good balance of everything and you could definitely feel the alcohol as well. The bartender was really friendly as well, and we had a fantastic experience overall. I definitely want to try some of their food items sometime too. This spot seems like a hidden gem for now, but I'm sure it'll start to blow up soon one the rest of the Berkeley community finds out :) read more

Tipsea - Lemon drop - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Came here because online reviews (on Google) said they could make mocktails. Nothing was on their menu (which annoyingly is only available via QR code but also not available on their website), so I asked the bartender. She told me she could make some of their drinks low ABV, so I let her take the lead. The cost was the exact same, which is always a little annoying, but especially because all she did when I asked her was... not give me a liquor. The drink was the Lion's Mane, which has bourbon, allspice, simple syrup, lime, and Angostura bitters. My wife's Mai Tai drink was strong and she enjoyed it. The music is super loud. There is some standing room right up front, a bunch of booths, and then some counter seats. Overall the drink menu didn't seem like anything super special for a bar, but there is a good variety. read more

Tipsea - Mai tai on the left and low ABV Lion Mane - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Berkeley, California

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