Hidden gems: Bars and Pubs in Oakland

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Oakland. This list contains 19 places from Bars and Pubs category.

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Redfield Cider Bar & Bottle Shop image
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Redfield Cider Bar & Bottle Shop
Bar
Chic cider lounge serving draft flights, pints, bottles & New American bites in cozy quarters.
4.90 (127 reviews)
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Sante Adairius Rustic Ales Oakland Arbor
Brewery
👍👍 Excellent saisons. They will soon open their kitchen too - the waffles look excellent!
4.90 (83 reviews)
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CoCo Noir Wine Shop & Bar
Wine bar
👍👍 Wonderful atmosphere, Friendly service, and the wine selections are fantastic. The host walked us through every selection wines. Will be back.
4.90 (47 reviews)
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Tiger's Taproom
Bar
👍👍 This place is awesome! Great staff, great beer selection. & DOG FRIENDLY. ~10/10~
$$ $$
4.80 (135 reviews)
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Friends & Family
Restaurant
Laid-back bar showcasing original cocktails, plus sandwiches, seafood bites & familiar snacks.
4.80 (125 reviews)
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Sessions on 15th
Cocktail bar
👍👍 Would like to get in contact with them , does anyone have a phone number or email?
4.80 (26 reviews)
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MeloMelo Kava Bar
Bar
👍👍 The menu offers a variety of Kava drinks, made from the root of the Kava plant, which is known for its stress-reducing and mood-enhancing properties. The drinks are served in coconut shells and come in different flavors, such as pineapple and ginger. They have a subtle earthy taste and a slightly nu...
$$ $$
4.70 (141 reviews)
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The Kettle Bar & Grill - Formerly Kopper Kettle
Bar & grill
👍👍 Great new owners! The food was great and I like that it is was family friendly.
$ $$$
4.70 (127 reviews)
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The Terminal at Line 51 Brewing Company
Brewery
👍 The staff is friendly, the beer is okay. They just opened a couple days ago, so I'm excited for when they've got more things on tap and a variety of beer to choose from. They had a taco truck out front, decent food from the truck. The space is cool, plus they're kid friendly. Love all the different...
4.70 (113 reviews)
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Two Pitchers Brewing Company
Brewery
👍👍 The brewery focuses on radlers and they're pretty good. Lots of outdoor seating with a spacious interior as well. Line for Lovely's is long and usually moves slowly.
$$ $$
4.70 (101 reviews)
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sandbar
Bar
👍👍 If you're looking for a fun and unique cocktail lounge to hang out at in Oakland, look no further. I've gone to sandbar several times and love it. From the beach vibe created by the decor and sand on the floor as you enter, the lighting, and the drink/cocktail options available. This place is grea...
4.70 (89 reviews)
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George Kaye's
Bar
👍👍 A truly fine establishment. For most dive bar lovers places like these only exist in our dreams but miraculously you can find it on the corner of 41st and Broadway.The juke box is not only functional but people actually use it. And they play good music. What a concept! Pints for a fair price and gen...
$ $$$
4.70 (56 reviews)
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Night Heron
Bar
👍👍 This is what I was looking for! Super clean and mellow ambiance. Simple decor. Fantastic drinks. Comfy, velvety chairs. You can actually converse with your friends or date. Definitely coming back. Most bars in Oakland seem to have a club vibe which I'm not fond of - it's so refreshing to find a bar...
4.70 (56 reviews)
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19th Street Station
Cocktail bar
Patrons can smoke legally in this laid-back bar decked out in vintage sports memorabilia.
$ $$$
4.60 (87 reviews)
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Binny's Cocktail Bar & Restaurant
Restaurant
👍👍 Sarah was tending bar. When I asked for a mock tail she asked me if I had any notes for her. Floral? Fruity? Bitter? etc. I told her to surprise me, and she did just that. A colorful, flavorful, thoughtful, non alcoholic cocktail was brought to my table. It was layered and garnished like a real gro...
$$ $$
4.60 (62 reviews)
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Mushin Sports Lounge
Sports bar
👍👍 My friend & I have been searching for another sports bar to check out in Oakland; one that'll cover basketball & soccer in particular. There are very few bars we know of that show soccer games, but we decided to take a chance and made a reservation at Mushin to watch the El Clásico. Here is a summar...
4.50 (77 reviews)
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Penelope
Bar
Artisan cocktails, specialty beers & fine spirits served up in a chic spot with sidewalk seats.
$$ $$
4.50 (69 reviews)
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Elbo Room Jack London
Night club
Bilevel bar featuring a dance floor & wide-ranging music from DJs & bands, plus daily happy hour.
$ $$$
4.50 (33 reviews)
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Summer Bar & Lounge
Disco club
👍👍 oakland has needed a new gay bar for a while and this one is just my speed. super chill, not too fussy, great prices and they serve wine by the bottle! I'm definitely a fan.
4.50 (26 reviews)
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