Elk's Lodge hosted a delightful birthday celebration in August, and it was a memorable experience…read more The festivities took place in one of their elegant ballrooms, downstairs, and were expertly catered by High Street Station. The food was simply scrumptious, and it was heartwarming to witness older Alameda residents coming together to celebrate the birthdays of their peers. We were also served by the Alameda Boy Scouts who were great servants and made sure our glasses were full and assisted with busing our plates. Elk's Lodge, a renowned national fraternal organization, has a close-knit Alameda chapter. The dance floor was a lively spot, and their Chardonnay was an absolute treat. I eagerly anticipate attending another event at this wonderful venue. Additionally, they provide ample parking in their own lot.

A very generous neighbor of mine invited my husband and me to the Alameda Elks Lodge Annual Crab…read moreFeed, which was held yesterday evening. I'm giving the lodge a four star for my dining experience and an enjoyable evening. My husband has been here more than a few times to play games of pool with our friendly neighbor and one of his friends. I have been here before for another event almost three years ago. The interior is beautiful, but the walls are thin. One can actually hear people talking in the next room. Our meeting place was the Mahogany Room for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. I did not want to stuff myself with the appetizers and not have enough room in my stomach for the main entree - crab. Nor did I want any libation before the meal. After the cocktail hour, we were escorted to the Rathskeller (basement of the lodge) where the dinner was held. The gentlemen on the waitstaff were lined up in an orderly manner, serving us whatever we desired - be it the bowtie/penne pasta, dinner rolls/garlic bread, coffee, dessert. Presentation of the crab, the wines (red and white), Caesar salad and the antipasti plates was excellent...casual, yet classy. Dessert was a serving of raspberry sorbet. The only minor drawback was the bowtie/penne pasta served on the same plate as the salad plate. Even though I did not win any of the door prizes after making a donation of $20 for 20 raffle tickets, they had some nice ones, such as the $100 gift card from Scott's Seafood, $100 gift card for Yoshi's dinner and show, $50 gift cards from La Penca Azul, C'era Una Volta, 1400 Bar and Grill, Jim's Coffee Shop, Pier 29. From what I heard, the lodge raised about $1,500 in raffle ticket sales. I also have to give kudos to the waitstaff, many of whom were very tolerable and patient with this woman who sat at the next table behind my husband. She was in the wine (whine) mode. "I want penne pasta. I don't want this dinner roll with butter. I want some garlic bread. Don't you guys have any garlic bread?" On and on she went...egads...she had a sense of entitlement. Yes, there were two bottles of wine at each table, but her incessant whining almost had me do a "face palm" on her. Ooh, I wanted to offer her a piece of cheese, which would have complemented a glass of wine very well. (Now, quit your whining, lady...lol.)

Not a good experience. They security kept coming every…read moreother time to tell us to lower the volume. If you rent it for a special event like weddings or quinceaneras please specify what type of sound system you can bring in the hall. Is really disappointing to Not be able to enjoy the party when you can only Have the volume up to certain point other wise they will "call the cops"

We recently hosted our daughter's 14th birthday and we couldn't be happier with our experience!…read moreFrom start to finish. . The ballroom itself was beautifully maintained, spacious, and created the perfect ambiance for our celebration. Our guests had an amazing time, and we received so many compliments on the venue and service. I highly recommend Alameda Ballroom to anyone looking for a beautiful space with a fantastic team to support their event. Thank you, Amalia and staff, for making our daughter's birthday unforgettable!

One of the coolest, practical and versatile cowling spaces I have used. This location has multiple…read morerooms, work stations, inside and outside, with the capability of converting into large open event type spaces. Benches, comfy couches and chairs, art pieces, ergonomic and traditional desk are available to rent shorten term by hour or days at a time. A community vibe type of environment that has a comfortable setting with lounges and a kitchen

The location was great being that I had people flying in and out the same day. The onsite host was…read moreamazing and so helpful. They helped with the layout which made the party flow easily and made everyone relaxed to have a good time. Would not hesitate to rent the space again!!

Completely new floor restoration and painting…read more Great place for any event you have to throw a great party.

Upstairs at Alameda Eagles Hall is the SF bay area mecca of zydeco music!…read moreEvery Friday night at 9, without fail, great bay area bands, as well as visiting bands from Louisiana & Texas. Beautiful hardwood dance floor, huge hall, & beer, wine & soft drinks. No shortage of good dancers either. And come early for the free dance lesson!

This place is crazy nostalgic, and I'm loving it. Playing the games I grew up with, along with the…read moresounds of kids having fun, the games are clean, and the area is fantastic. A nice park around the corner and plenty of restaurants a short walk away. I drove just shy of 100 miles to get there and try their games, and it was worth it. The town is like a cool getaway, especially if you live in an area that gets hot.

Good, wholesome nostalgic fun at a great price! I've taken my 22 year old nephew there when he was…read morea kid and a teen and now I take his younger brother who is 11 there to keep the tradition going.

Well, I'll say this is one of my favorite spots! I'm here almost every Friday, but don't tell…read moreeverybody about my little hidden gem by the water. You're guaranteed to have an amazing time, especially when you bring good friends you can vibe with. I have a wine membership, and I love it! I receive two bottles every other month, but sometimes they don't last very long, so I just go back and purchase another bottle. I love the almond wine because I'm more of a sweet wine and champagne type of girl. I've tried at least 15 of their wines and haven't been disappointed yet. The salmon with the little roll is delicious, and I also enjoy the chicken sandwich. The salad isn't really for me because I don't care for the greedy topping they use, but that's simply my personal preference. They also host jazz festivals and other outdoor events. You can reserve an area on the grass with tables and chairs, or simply bring your own chair, order something from the bar, and relax by the water. You can even sit on the grass and read a book. The water is absolutely gorgeous at night! This is one of those places that is difficult to explain because the entire experience is so amazing. Even if you only visit once, you'll leave wanting to come back. I have no complaints, and I have plenty of videos to prove how much fun I have every time!

First, my friends and I have been customers (& wine club members) long before the family sold the…read morewinery to this Napa based corporation. But, we have not visited since the ownership change. I made a reservation to celebrate my friends' 50th birthday for 3:30pm outdoors. We arrived about 30minutes early and checked in w/the hostess. She veered us towards the back wall, where we could order a couple glasses of champagne while we waited. The young man that helped us decide which dry brut we wanted was great (bar)! We were seated before 3:30 and the metal tables can be slippery and ours was too small for everything to fit. I ended up knocking my $18 1/2 glass of champagne on the ground where it shattered (I have tremors in hands) - not a single employee came by to ask if we were ok, to clean it up, move us to another table or offer to fill my glass back up 1/2 way. This is within the first 15minutes of sitting. Our server was a ghost. She had on this dark purple, pinstriped shirt (not hard to miss) and would walk by and tell us she'd be "right back!". All she did was check in when we were first seated to ask what we wanted, before we read the menus. She didn't ask our prefereces, she didn't go over any specialty wines or specials. I was very disappointed with the entire experience. We both got the red flights on top of our champagne. We ony liked two reds and the pours were so small, it was truly difficult to tell all the depth, character and full bodiness of them. We bought no wine bottles.And, no one encouraged a sale either. I was going to get the JFJ white bubbly, but this place with its poor service, tiny pours (not even 2oz) and even tinier charcuterie plate serving sizes wasn't worth it (salami, goat cheese w/oil, espresso cheese, 1/4 baquette w/oil). I was so embarassed that I brought my friend here for her 50th thinking we'd have a blast, like at Rockwall or Dasche - NOPE. All that for $135!

I'd especially like to give a shout out to the wonderful massage program at the HBC spa…read more Nonmembers, when booked for a massage, can also have access to use the locker room, women's private indoor hot tub, steam sauna, dry sauna, as well as the private women's sun deck after the massage. What an awesome spa treatment! I've been a member for two years and love the pool and the yoga classes. The staff are very helpful and friendly. Two years ago I booked an introductory tour and swim reservation, and I was immediately impressed and hooked! Parking is plentiful and the setting is very spacious and peaceful overlooking the water.

Rude staff that are clueless and never able to answer any questions…read more Their private swim lessons are taught by amateur high school graduates who dont have any teaching techniques. Thats $50 for half an hour. I would not pay for the membership here. There just arent better options nearby. Response to manager's comment: I have called and also asked the front desk various questions in the past and all seemed to have limited knowledge about the club / undertrained. However the main problem is they are also very unfriendly. Exception: The new gentleman who handles new member inquiries was very friendly and professional. To be fair. Regarding swimming "private lessons", at $100 / hour rate, please hire someone who is a professional or at least have some training at teaching swimming effectively. I could understand if its a $20 lesson at community center. For a club that charges premium rates, please provide services that are in line with the pricing.

Come down today for National Bowlers Day. $11.50 per person "all you can bowl". Tried all the…read moreappetizers & the chicken stripes & fry's are the best tasting & value. Yum! Get your Lucky strike on. The place is nice considering others. Please fix the hand coolers air blowers Brunswick by the ball returns.

My husband and I came to Lucky Strike on a Friday night for a date night, and we had a really great…read moretime! We were surprised that it wasn't very busy, so there were plenty of lanes available without much of a wait. Our server was friendly and attentive throughout the night, and the entire facility was clean and well maintained. They also have a pretty large arcade section and a full bar, so there's plenty to do beyond just bowling. We ordered one of the fishbowl-style margaritas to share, but it barely tasted like it had any alcohol. We ended up ordering a second one and still didn't really feel much, which was a little disappointing. As for the food, it was definitely better than your typical bowling alley food, but nothing that really stood out. We accidentally ordered the mozzarella bites instead of mozzarella sticks because we didn't read the menu carefully--that was totally on us! The bites were actually tasty, just not what we were expecting. The lemon pepper boneless wings were a bit too salty for our taste and were drier than we had hoped. The fries were exactly what you'd expect, good, classic fries. The best part of the night was the bowling itself. We managed to squeeze in about eight games in two hours, so we definitely felt like we got our money's worth! Overall, we had a fun experience and would absolutely come back, whether it's for another date night or to celebrate a birthday with friends. If you're looking for a clean, modern bowling alley with good service, arcade games, and a fun atmosphere, Lucky Strike is definitely worth checking out.

Absolutely a horrible experience I never Ben got to see a unit I called the platform and what I get…read moreis an automated system then when you actually speak to a person they are rushed or don't listen or just don't give a eff , I first came across a apartment complex Mandela and dealt with one of their reps who was insanely rude with absolutely no respect or filter, I'd seen a gentleman asked excuse me, if by any chance, are you a rep for the company he said ya why what's it to ya , I swallowed it because I'm looking and he was downhill from there I asked if there was a brick and mortar so I could go to and apply , why he said , I said I'm kinda ole school just like to , he combatted me until I was finally done with his BS , the sandwich board outside wasn't any longer attached to the Mandela building any longer because I'd called and they'd no idea what I was referring to even though they've a scanner code attached ...these people haven't a clue to what they are doing none , when I went into the actual building you'd of thought I was a parasite that had crossed into their personal space MAY... IVE BEEN STUPIDLY TRYING TO BE A PART IF THIS ARTHAUS SINCE MAY . Good luck people your insane absolute unprofessional unaware disrespectful people.

Arthaus recently bought the building I have lived in the past 18 years and within a month of taking…read moreownership sent an eviction notice for legally withholding rent for an unresolved mold and water intrusion issue. It has been months of living in the moldy environment and they refuse to relocate me or fix the actual problem as my health continues to decline due to mold. BEWARE

I love this little house. Its beautiful but small. The owner who designed it did so to piss off…read morecity officials. Big houses are overrated. Big kitchens too. I usually split my time between two uncomfortably large homes - one an American Foursquare, the other a Victorian in the artist enclave of Jingletown. They are both large enough that I spend countless minutes every day wandering looking for where I left my coffee cup or Phillips head screwdriver. Modern American-style farm kitchens have the same design flaw of being needlessly large for no reason with function of being able to cook efficiently low on the priority list. Cabinets and counter space is on the perimeter and a big annoying table in the center that is a hindrance in every move you want to make. You dodge the table numerous times in order to do almost anything. I think I would love this little spite house. I imagine the interior to be cozy and intimate with thoughtful time appropriate details throughout. Tiny houses are all the rage these days - I think they had it right when they built this one.... plus I bet it wouldn't be so difficult to heat in the winter either.

At the turn of the 20th Century, the city of Alameda, CA took a large portion of Charles Froling's…read moreland to build a street. Froling had planned to build a house on this plot of land which he had inherited. To spite the city and an unsympathetic neighbor, he built his house 10 feet deep, 54 feet long and 20 feet high on the tiny strip of land left to him. This the name, The Spite House. This is a regular tourist stop to marvel at and a fun subject to photograph and talk about.