Suggestions for Lounge near Uptown, Oakland

Kevin W. • September 16, 2014Good drinks, awesome music selection and more room to dance then the Layover!

Brian L. • April 14, 2018Worth the upgrade for a pre-show lounge and a better view from the VIP section.

Claire S. • October 6, 2016Awesome focaccia bread with toppings (the kale and pesto was so delicious!)

Auintard H. • August 7, 2022Oakland newest finest rooftop venues. Views of the lake and downtown. Great for reception parties and social events

Chef Caabay • March 4, 2010coconut shrimp! crunchy and big juicy shrimp

Erkan S. • September 26, 2018A very cool cafe to stop by in Oakland!

Joe 🐘 L. • August 7, 2014Must try the churros with spicy dipping chocolate.

Markeda C. • March 30, 2015Coffee is strong. Smoothies are the absolute best! Super thick and sweet. Good food. Donuts, pastries, and salads are always on deck.

Laurie D. • June 1, 2017The service is so friendly and the atmosphere is perfect for getting a little work done (oh and the iced Mocha is ah-mazing!)

Sonya • July 12, 2010Breakfast: Everything Bagel with cream cheese and veggies and sparkling apple cider. Lunch:veggie sandwich or hot pastrami - yummy oh and don't miss their cookies!!!!

Sara H. • October 27, 2010Specials look great. They sold out of meatloaf and added ahi Tuna salad and pulled pork sandwich with guava BBQ. Spinach salad was yummy too.

Claude H. • November 18, 2019Live music on Sundays... show up around 7, and get a drink that is high R.O.I.... very much your money's worth.

Ronan F. • November 28, 2015Killer coffee (of course). They have beans from places like Stumptown, Chromatic & Counter Culture, as well as roasting their own.

Anna L. • June 13, 2017There's a nice spot to sit outside the cafe if you bring your lunch!

Kalief • May 9, 2014Live music every Friday night...one of the last standing soul joints.

Pat T. • January 10, 2012Has comfortable seating

Steven • March 8, 2019Beautiful, open space. Very knowledgeable and capable baristas. I’ll be back again to see how they grow into the space!

Tom M. • March 17, 2021Super chill, relaxed bar! A lot of people overlook this one because it's kind of nondescript and hidden from the main drag but it's one of my favorites. The owner is great too.

Carlos C. • April 15, 2010They have good bagels, cheeseburgers, and sandwiches. Everything else is good too.

John W. • March 23, 2014Ritual Coffee in a tucked away, nearly hidden spot kitty corner from the uptown sculpture park. Cozy contemporary space with no crowds, though service could be more on point. (Wifi: coffee100)

Daniel L. • May 20, 2010Best coffee house around the Lake. They will remember your order on the second visit. It reminds me of a Cheers episode.

Oakland H. • September 15, 2010We are pleased to say that guest visiting from Chicago really enjoyed this new place in dt, however Chic-town has there very own champagne lounge called "Pops".. on N. State Street! GO Oakland!