Albany Bars

Good Drinks

1. Little Ange's

Don't judge this place by its aesthetics.  The steaks alone make the visit more than worth it.  You should expect to pay around $20 for some beef.  …

2. Thalassa

Neighborhood: UC Campus Area

Nice place to hang out with friends. specially if you are a pool fan. two things that I would improve about it: 1) clear instructions on how to…

3. Club Mallard

Summary based on several visits: --cheap --friendly staff --generally people aren't jerks --parking not that great --upstairs is generally better

4. The Albatross Pub

Popcorn party foul. I was sober though!  Not that I'm a spoiled or anything, but it sucked when the girl behind the counter just shoved a wet towel…

5. The Alley

Neighborhood: Lower Hills

A fantastic place. The place is large, but is divided into small sections that gives it a sort of cramped but not claustrophobic atmosphere. It's very…

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Nice Bartenders

1. The Avenue

Neighborhood: Temescal

Finally! A dive bar in the East Bay that meets my demanding requirements:  *Drinks strong enough to ensure I get argumentative. (Who doesn't love a…

2. The Albatross Pub

Popcorn party foul. I was sober though!  Not that I'm a spoiled or anything, but it sucked when the girl behind the counter just shoved a wet towel…

3. Kona Club

Neighborhood: North Oakland

This is the place that I hosted my first UYE, and I'm so happy I chose Kona Club. Thank you Pam and your awesome staff for putting up with us. You all…

4. Eli's Mile High Club

Neighborhood: North Oakland

This is my favorite bar. Don't come here. Full of crusty punks and train riders. Conspicuously absent are stupid girls and douchebag jocks, and I want…

5. Conga Lounge

Neighborhood: North Oakland

Best mai tai I have ever had!  No joke.  it was happy hour so the price was 5 bucks, unbeatable...and a quality drink with fresh pineapple.   very…

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