(510) 444-7224
132 14th St
Oakland,
CA
94612
37.8014
-122.2635
Neighborhoods: Civic Center, Downtown Oakland
What People Are Saying About Ruby Room
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – With a nifty art-deco entrance, exposed-rock walls and dim red lights, Ruby Room has the feel of a cool 1950s lounge. However, the graffiti in the bathroom and cigarette burns on the pleather banquettes in the small lounge area are scars from its punk-rock past. A pool table in the rear exists for barhoppers who can feign athletic ability after sipping inexpensive drinks (less than $5 for top-shelf tippling).
04/23/06
A local hangout!!!
by christhejunglist
Live in Oakland greta place to hang out and have a cocktail, nice low light smoker friendly bar located next to Oaklands lake merrit, good vibe between the the bartenders and others patrons as well, a must do if live in the area!!!
- Pros: smoker friendly, location, parking
- Cons: smoker friendly, dim lighting
03/18/04
Shake The Tail Feather
by bxg
I had the chance to pop by one random Wednesday night. Much to my surprise the evening's sonorous pleasures were Soul. After I ordered my Jamison's on the rocks, I looked over to the dj booth noticing a petite hot mama spining some great mixes of yore. The whole scene was cool, people dancing, hanging out and enjoying themselves. I finally left after about an hour shaking myself into a sweaty mess...aaah, such a nice night.
- Pros: music, music, music
01/27/03
$.02
by benanas
Went there on a sunday night. Good laid back vibe and the bartender was friendly. I counted four beer taps that were on the nothing fancy side. Music was varied in genre but not it's good quality. Lots of couples by the bar while i found groups of guys hung out in the back close to the pool table (i think there was just one). As the editor describes, the Ruby Room is a come-as-you-are hangout spot. I found this to be true as well. Drinks got lots of ice but are strong and priced well. Keep in mind that smoking is allowed. Ruby Room wasn't thick with smoke but had enough to make your clothes smell. Located across from the main library allows for easy parking at night. Dim red lighting inside. Diverse crowd mostly in twenties and early thirties. A score of 5 is my average ranking.
- Pros: Parking, Strong drinks, Atmosphere
- Cons: Homeless by the door, Smoking (also a pro)
The Details on Ruby Room
When to Go:
Monday honky-tonk night satisfies those who adore classic country and cheap booze--at midnight, partake in $1 shots of Old Crow.
Know Before You Go:
On weekends, DJs spin an eclectic mix of music--honky-tonk, punk, funk and soul. Weekends, '80s nights pack in cozy 20- to 30-something crowds.
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