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Keeping it straight at Heinolds

Heinolds is truly a memorable historical monument that resides in Jack London Square in 1883. This small saloon was built from the timbers of an old whaling ship. As many seafaring men embarked on their voyages from the Port of Oakland, the first and last chance for refreshment became a tradition. The saloon was then named Heinold’s First and… Read more »

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Beer trappings at The Trappist

For those with a hankering for a wide variety of Belgian beers and satisfying small plates, The Trappist is the place to visit. In Old Oakland, just a few blocks away from 12th Street BART, this pub’s exterior 1870’s Victorian with an interior that resembles pubs in Belgium and the Netherlands. The folks at The Trappist strive to make available the… Read more »