Heinold's First & Last
Oakland, CA 94607-3721
Phone: (510) 839-6761
- Directions:
- AC Transit 12, 42, 50, 51, 58, 58X, 72, 73. BART 12th St
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- Hours:
- Mon-Fri 10am-close, Sat-Sun 12pm-close
Editorial Review for Heinold's First & Last – by Amanda Scotese
In Short
Jack London sat inside this waterside bar throughout his life, extracting details for his novels from the seafaring chaps that stopped here before heading abroad--and thus the name. In such a small space, made of timber from an old ship, you can't help but spark up dialogue with the regulars, as you sip Golden Bear lager, here deemed "Heinold's Lager." Step out of the cavernous space, lit only by original gas lamps, and take advantage of the generic outdoor seating on Jack London Square.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoClosing time varies and is often determined by the weather. It's best to call ahead.
What to DrinkThe hot buttered rum could bring out the pirate in you, but here, it's available only during wintertime.
User Reviews for Heinold's First & Last
05/22/2006 Posted by chefbum
Heinold's is just the best, most incredible little bar if you are into bay area history, lore, and a historic, unique atmosphere. There's no place quite like this, even in San Francisco. You owe it to yourself to at least check it out... sit down at the very, very crooked, lopsided bar, order and drink from one of the friendly, courteous bartenders (Donnie is very cool and knowledgeable about the bay area bar scene), and soak in the history surrounding you. Kudos also go out to the current owner who bought it from the original Heinold family back in the 80's. She has purposefully kept the bar exactly the way it was and it's charm and historical significance remain intact. HIGHLY recommended!
Pros: atmospheric, historic, friendly, fun
Cons: none, none, none
05/17/2004 Posted by moonlightgrahams
I took my dad, a WWII vet, to this historic bar and he loved it. They have hats tackjed to the ceiling from many of the ships that left from the port during the war. With a tiny slooped bar and great staff I always bring of out towers to see this place.
Pros: lot parking, restaurants nearby
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