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Pyramid Ale Taproom

Bar

😠 Let’s be honest, reviews tend to error too high or over inflate, (how many 5 star restaurants are actually out there?) This place has two things going against it, nothing is stock (currently forgivable) and the most disappointing and disgusting food a restaurant could serve. The tacos had cheap sals... People often mention airport, chicken, tacos, Pyramid, salsa, burrito,


Address

1 Airport Dr, Oakland, CA 94621

Contact

(510) 563-3300

Rating on Google Maps

1.50 (195 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Saturday: 7 AM to 9 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 7 AM to 9 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 7 AM to 9 PM
  • Tuesday: 7 AM to 9 PM
  • Wednesday: 7 AM to 9 PM
  • Thursday: 7 AM to 9 PM
  • Friday: 7 AM to 9 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: airport (11) chicken (9) tacos (8) Pyramid (7) salsa (6) burrito (6)
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  • 1/5 Daniel H. 1 year ago on Google
    Let’s be honest, reviews tend to error too high or over inflate, (how many 5 star restaurants are actually out there?) This place has two things going against it, nothing is stock (currently forgivable) and the most disappointing and disgusting food a restaurant could serve. The tacos had cheap salsa drowning the cold tortillas with a huge scoop of store bought fake guacamole.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Kim R. 2 years ago on Google
    If I could I would give it zero stars. I ordered a pineapple mimosa, it had about an oz of champagne in it. She filled the glass 2/3rd of the way full. 14 bucks. So dumb. Order chips and queso and was served rubbery cheese in a plastic container. Worse than a concession stand at a 10u girls softball tournament. Don’t go here.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Hugo S. 2 years ago on Google
    First customer in there upon opening, ordered two breakfast tacos, both came out cold. I asked for a glass of champagne and receive basically a portion equivalent to a shot which I paid 13.99 for. I commented on the portion, the girl didn’t care. Poor customer service. Many other airport vendors will give you a generous portion of wine and champagne for the same price.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 James B. 1 year ago on Google
    This is about the Pyramid "Taproom" at the Oakland airport -- Why aren't ZERO or MINUS stars an option? This place takes advantage of a captured audience. They don't attract customers because they're a "good value" ... or provide exceptional customer service ... or serve phenomenal food. Their value pales .... $25+ for a glass of so so wine. Had nachos ... they were tolerable at best. And, I wish I could think of a nice way to quantify their customer service. Stood in line for 20+ minutes waiting for a table. Finally got beverages and food ... when it was time to refresh our drinks, I was point blank told that we had to go back to the end of the line of those waiting for a table. That was the final straw. I wouldn't give this place another dollar.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Jasmine S. 1 year ago on Google
    I can’t believe we spent as much money as we did on cold “tacos” made with ingredients that clearly came from a can. I’ve now learned to look at reviews before trying a place out but at least I got a good laugh reading all the one star reviews. Pray that we do not get food poisoning on our flight.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Valeh E. 2 years ago on Google
    I was so hungry before flight and it was closest one to our gate. Ordered chicken taco and it was very bad! Smelly chicken! Drink was only ice! Without that much taste. I don’t recommend here for sure!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Rebecca S. 1 year ago on Google
    Oh my goodness! All I needed was a quick bite at the airport and I stopped by Pyramid, WORST AIRPORT FOOD I HAVE EVER HAD! So disappointed! I got a burrito bowl and so did my mom, and we were both so disgusted after, I felt sick. Luckily the shop across the way sold Tums or else I am not sure what I would have done. Go anywhere else but here. Farley’s cafe looks very cute!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Barret B. 1 year ago on Google
    Disgusting. Worst tacos I've ever had. Canned chicken boiled. Very sad that a place with electricity can charge money for this food. God help them. Horrendous.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 David R. 6 months ago on Google
    The chicken soft taco.. it's so bad. I was too hungry to not eat.. it was a mistake. This soupy garbage was not worth the $16 they get to it. Pyramid Brewing sucked before.. now, I'll never touch one again.. exploitation at its finest..
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Michael F. 1 year ago on Google
    How is this place still in business? At 5 pm on a Sunday, they only have one person who can take orders. Waited in line for about 20 minutes then she went on a break to go to the bathroom. 5-10 minutes later she came back and continued to take orders. It shouldn't take 30 minutes to place your order at an airport restaurant. Crazy.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Jordan C. 6 months ago on Google
    This place is awful. Service was extremely slow, selection is limited, and the food is bland! Even for an airport restaurant, this place is overpriced - $40 for a subpar burrito bowl and a drink. I know there are limited options at the Oakland Airport, but don't make the same mistake I made - go literally anywhere else. Skipping a meal is also a better option than trying to eat their food.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Don F. 10 months ago on Google
    Located between Gate 24 and 25. This place is no longer Pyramid Brewing Company. Staff claims they will be changing the name soon. Limited beer and food choices. Way over-priced items. Got one 19.2 oz Anchor Steam beer, and it cost $17.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Jeffrey M. 5 months ago on Google
    Visited Pyramid Ale Taproom at Oakland airport and was thoroughly disappointed. I was charged a staggering $19 for a Margarita that tasted like it came from a premix bottle. To add to the disappointment, I paid $15 for two tacos that lacked the authentic flavor and presentation of genuine Mexican cuisine. Won't be returning or recommending.

  • 2/5 Patrick H. 5 months ago on Google
    Like so many other reviews who got the tacos...mine were so very wet that the tortillas fell apart. Like completely fell apart. I had to used a fork and just scoop up the mishmash of taco. I actually liked the taste of the chicken and pork tacos. Also got the Chips and Salsa for $4.50...Chips seemed like costco brand and salsa was safeway select.

  • 1/5 Bear L. 7 months ago on Google
    $13 bucks for tacos. I couldn't give them away after I took one look at them. Don't waste your money on the food here.

  • 1/5 Bethany M. 9 months ago on Google
    This place was really disappointing. There was no Pyramid beer on tap, at Pyramid Brewing Co. The food was not good. We ordered a chicken burrito and chips and salsa. The burrito was soggy, had clearly been premade and wrapped for a while in foil. The chips and salsa were store bought/ jarred, and bad. Do not waste your money here.

  • 1/5 Steve 8 months ago on Google
    Not affiliated with pyramid brewing. The food (chicken rice bowl) was marginally edible. The chicken nachos were just bad. Tables were filthy. Avoid this place.

  • 1/5 Mayra B. 10 months ago on Google
    Would have been better off going to Taco Bell. Should have read the reviews before I ordered here, the food is terrible. The tortillas are cold, the egg and chorizo is meant to be mixed not lumped together, and don't cook the eggs in butter the flavors clash. There's a canned salsa on top followed with some pre made guacamole. These should not be allowed to be served especially in California where we have so many good taco places. Oh and the $13.99 mimosa is such a scam for the price. AVOID THIS PLACE AT ALL COSTS.

  • 2/5 Saint �. 8 months ago on Google
    The ladies working here were nice, but this place had what might be the most flavorless food I've had in my life. The mildly undercooked tortilla was the highlight of it. Guacamole was green but it might have well been paste. Skip this place and hit Caladava or whatever is called.

  • 4/5 Jordan M. 11 months ago on Google
    A very fine bar at the Oakland airport. They have Modelo on tap and the staff are friendly. Ordered a chicken burrito and it was above average. Slightly overpriced for airport food but the staff made you feel welcome. There are charging ports at tables; great for layovers!

  • 3/5 Michael E. 1 year ago on Google
    You know you’re not getting a value at the airport. It’s how it is. A $17 burrito that is about half the size of what you’d find at Chipotle and blandly generic. Grocery store chips with some Pace kinda salsa for $6. All the stars are for the woman at the counter who was friendly and efficient

  • 4/5 Tim R. 1 year ago on Google
    Average or above place to grab a quick drink and some light food. Typical overpriced airport offerings, but this place is only universe in that regard than any other airport venues. The selection is decent but not what you would call expansive. If you're in the area and have a hankering for the offerings, it's worth a visit


Call (510) 563-3300 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery

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