http://eastbay.citysearch.com/roundup/42759 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.<BR></P><p style="font-size: 10px; color: #999999; text-align: center; line-height: 1pt;">------------------------------------------------------------</p><p style="font-size: 9px; color: #999999; text-align: left; line-height: 8pt;">Photo credit: Girls Night Out courtesy <A href="http://flickr.com/photos/ikonvodka/448284537" target="_blank">Ikon Vodka</A> en Copyright 2008 Wed, 30 Jan 2008 03:28:19 -0800 http://images.citysearch.com/roundup/87/c8/42759r1.jpg http://eastbay.citysearch.com/roundup/42759 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles An old joint reincarnated, the Ivy Room has recently been upgraded from dive bar to a plusher lounge worthy of a girls stop. Oakland, CA http://eastbay.citysearch.com/profile/1031786/oakland_ca/kingman_s_ivy_room.html Wed, 30 Jan 2008 03:28:19 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles A small wine bar featuring adventurous wines and tasty nibbles, this friendly spot can supply a girls run with flights or bottles. Albany, CA http://eastbay.citysearch.com/profile/1032447/albany_ca/solano_cellars_wine_shop_wine_bar.html Wed, 30 Jan 2008 03:28:19 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Intelligent conversation abounds, and your group can relax while engaging passionate academics over a bottle of Belgian and a game of Connect Four. Berkeley, CA http://eastbay.citysearch.com/profile/11345069/berkeley_ca/albatross_pub.html Wed, 30 Jan 2008 03:28:19 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles The original Berkeley location earns points for culinary classics and its vibe--somehow the party always feels livelier in this cozy space. Berkeley, CA http://eastbay.citysearch.com/profile/1033177/berkeley_ca/cesar.html Wed, 30 Jan 2008 03:28:19 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Good for a first or last stop, A Cote serves great cocktails, wine and bistro small plates (frittes!) late into the night. Oakland, CA http://eastbay.citysearch.com/profile/11577302/oakland_ca/a_cote.html Wed, 30 Jan 2008 03:28:19 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles 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. Oakland, CA http://eastbay.citysearch.com/profile/1018735/oakland_ca/dona_tomas.html Wed, 30 Jan 2008 03:28:19 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles 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. Walnut Creek, CA http://eastbay.citysearch.com/profile/41272849/walnut_creek_ca/va_de_vi.html Wed, 30 Jan 2008 03:28:19 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles 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. Oakland, CA http://eastbay.citysearch.com/profile/1025836/oakland_ca/ben_n_nick_s.html Wed, 30 Jan 2008 03:28:19 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Make a reservation for this neighborhood tavern--its expertly made comfort food, fantastic wines by the glass and draft beers fill seats fast. Oakland, CA http://eastbay.citysearch.com/profile/45095959/oakland_ca/wood_tavern.html Wed, 30 Jan 2008 03:28:19 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Cheap and delectable thin-crust pizza and a relaxed, mixed crowd make this joint worthy of some time spent in Temescal. Oakland, CA http://eastbay.citysearch.com/profile/42773801/oakland_ca/lanesplitter_pizza_pub.html Wed, 30 Jan 2008 03:28:19 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles 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. Oakland, CA http://eastbay.citysearch.com/profile/1025831/oakland_ca/kingfish_cafe_pub.html Wed, 30 Jan 2008 03:28:19 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles 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. Berkeley, CA http://eastbay.citysearch.com/profile/35684628/berkeley_ca/beckett_s_irish_pub.html Wed, 30 Jan 2008 03:28:19 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles 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. Berkeley, CA http://eastbay.citysearch.com/profile/1029569/berkeley_ca/jupiter.html Wed, 30 Jan 2008 03:28:19 -0800