The Best Places to Drink in Oakland, by the Record
The best places to drink in Oakland, by the professional record: Food & Wine, James Beard Awards, and The Infatuation have all weighed in, and their honors are what rank this list. Friends and Family comes out on top.
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- Food & Wine Les Eggs · Best Dishes Our Editors Ate This Year
- James Beard Awards 2022 · Semifinalist · Outstanding Bar Program
- The Infatuation The 25 Best Restaurants In Oakland
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- Punch Best New Bartenders · Kat Parsons
- Spirited Awards 2026 · Top 10 Nominee · Best U.S. Restaurant Bar
- Spirited Awards 2024 · Regional Honoree · Best U.S. Bar Team – U.S. West
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- Spirited Awards 2026 · Regional Top 10 Honoree · Best U.S. Bar Team – U.S. West
- Spirited Awards 2025 · Regional Top 10 Honoree · Best New U.S. Cocktail Bar – U.S. West
- Spirited Awards 2026 · Regional Top 10 Honoree · Best U.S. Cocktail Bar – U.S. West