Bar and Lounge in Uptown

(415) 675-1175

1727 Telegraph Ave (17th Street)
Oakland, CA 94612 37.807018 -122.270215

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Neighborhoods: Downtown, Downtown Oakland

somarbar.com

Hours:

Closed Sun & Mon

Tues-Sat 4pm-2am Happy Hour Tues-Fri 4:30pm-8:00pm

Parking:

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What People Are Saying About Somar

The Owner

Somar

Owner

Situated in the heart of the up and coming Theater Arts District, one block from the Fox Theater, Somar Bar & Lounge is the perfect location to unwind after work or as a starting point for an evening out in Oakland's nightlife. Oakland offers a great dining experience and a scene that compliments a diverse crowd and mentality. Somar offers a very relaxed atmosphere, a sound vibe that suits every lifestyle and a scene where you can try an excellent crafted cocktail or sip on your favorite beer or wine. Come on in and hang out...put away your cell phones and any reservations that you might…

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The Editor

Chelsea Lin

Citysearch

Bid adieu to the concept of the ultra-lounge, and welcome in the age of the micro-lounge, a place (like this Oakland bar) as relaxing and understated as the ultra-lounge is oversized and pretentious. The boxy space, located conveniently close to both the newly remodeled Fox Theater and the 19th Street BART station, is decorated for both fashion and function--modern Asian accents spruce up an otherwise simple room where the focus is on comfortable seating (in the form of couches, tables, arm chairs and bar seating) suitable for small groups holding business meetings, friends meeting for happy…

4 Star Rating: Recommended

06/30/09

Nice spot for after work

by CSMobileUser at Citysearch

Very trendy decor with a relaxed feel. Far and away the drinks were excellent, prices terrific, and the guys who run the spot are the type you wish would be behind every bar. The crowd can be a little eclectic but its an open spot where you and a few friends can get in the groove

The Details on Somar

Save Money:

Happy hour--featuring $4 draft beers and $6 specialty drinks--runs from 4:30pm to 8pm Tuesday through Friday and 6pm-9pm on Saturday.

When to Go:

Check the calendar online to find out about guest DJ gigs and parties.

Category:

Bars & Pubs, Lounges

Bar & Club Special Features:

After Work

Message from Somar

  • After Work Happy Hour 4:30-8pm
  • One Block from The Fox Theater
  • Excellent Crafted Cocktails

Situated in the heart of the up and coming Theater Arts District, one block from the Fox Theater, Somar Bar & Lounge is the perfect location to unwind after work or as a starting point for an evening out in Oakland's nightlife. Oakland offers a great dining experience and a scene that compliments a diverse crowd and mentality. Somar offers a very relaxed atmosphere, a sound vibe that suits every lifestyle and a scene where you can try an excellent crafted cocktail or sip on your favorite beer or wine. Come on in and hang out...put away your cell phones and any reservations that you might have about a bar. We have an accomodating style that suits all groups or even someone coming in solo to catch some time alone or meet new friends. Please check all attitudes at the door. This is our passion, this is our dream. Welcome to Somar Bar and Lounge

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