East Bay Girls/Guys Night Out
Updated: January 30, 2008
Sometimes we all need to spend a little time a good mile apart from the S.O. If you're a man who just needs a night away to cut loose with your boys or a woman who wants to treat her ladies to a pitcher of Anchor Steam, at least one of these East Bay spots will tickle your fancy.------------------------------------------------------------Photo credit: Girls Night Out courtesy Ikon Vodka
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Girls Night Out
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Kingman's Ivy Room
Read Reviews860 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612 (map)
An old joint reincarnated, the Ivy Room has recently been upgraded from dive bar to a plusher lounge worthy of a girls stop.
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Solano Cellars Bistro & Wine
Read Reviews1580 Solano Ave, Albany, CA 94707 (map)
A small wine bar featuring adventurous wines and tasty nibbles, this friendly spot can supply a girls run with flights or bottles.
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Albatross Pub
Read Reviews1822 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702 (map)
Intelligent conversation abounds, and your group can relax while engaging passionate academics over a bottle of Belgian and a game of Connect Four.
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Va de Vi Bistro & Wine Bar
Read Reviews1511 Mt Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 (map)
A blessing in a quiet town, this wine bar's ambience, food and extensive wine list could serve as one night stop for Contra Costa girls not eager to join the bridge-and-tunnel crowd.
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A Cote
Read Reviews5478 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618 (map)
Good for a first or last stop, A Cote serves great cocktails, wine and bistro small plates (frittes!) late into the night.
Restaurante Dona Tomas
Read Reviews5004 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609 (map)
From expertly mixed margaritas and house-made chips to mescal flights and huitlacoche quesadillas, Dona Tomas can easily please a crowd with the basics and delights of Mexican cuisine.
Cesar
Read Reviews1515 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709 (map)
The original Berkeley location earns points for culinary classics and its vibe--somehow the party always feels livelier in this cozy space.
Guys Night Out
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Ben & Nick's Bar & Grill
Read Reviews5612 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618 (map)
With stick-to-your-ribs pub food and a beer menu longer than Santa's naughty list, Ben 'n Nick's is a great start to a long night out.
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Wood Tavern
Read Reviews6317 College Ave, Oakland, CA 94618 (map)
Make a reservation for this neighborhood tavern--its expertly made comfort food, fantastic wines by the glass and draft beers fill seats fast.
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Jupiter
Read Reviews2181 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704 (map)
The hordes of Cal grad students packing this place are a testament to its vibe--lighthearted, comfortable, and bubbling like the froth atop its draft brews. In short, it's the perfect place for a male-bonding experience.
Kingfish Cafe & Pub
Write a review5227 Claremont Ave, Oakland, CA 94618 (map)
It's claim to fame being cheap beers and hearty mixed drinks, Kingfish should be either within walking distance or a cab's fare away from the group's pass-out destination.
Beckett's Irish Pub
Read Reviews2271 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704 (map)
Even if Tuesday-night trivia isn't your group's thing, Beckett's traditional Irish pub fare and fierce gin and tonics will still please all of your manly men.
Lanesplitter Temescal
Read Reviews4799 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609 (map)
Cheap and delectable thin-crust pizza and a relaxed, mixed crowd make this joint worthy of some time spent in Temescal.
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