Please read this review as I am doing so with an intentional blessing from a distance , as I write as short and to the point with positive vibes . I was born and raised in Oakland Cal .1964 , Across the street (corner of 35th & Mac) 1974,was Bob Brown Shell station ,yes I am part of Oakland history and very very proud the Town is me heart and soul . I actually retired as a Mechanic just a block away at Mcgee and Macarthur .my building still standing today . I was looking for Merles hilltop tavern where your establishment now stands I was shocked and happy to see such a change ,and look forward to stopping in soon as many people have moved on over the years , I have so much to add to what I am trying to say so I apologize for taking up space . Live music !! So much needed back in the laurel district I am wondering and yet giving some of Oakland rich history back and alive The Laurel district was once the Jazz hotspot of the bay The old Laurel lounge was a venue of historical value so if you didn't know you know now , also in history Merles hilltop tavern which was at the location you are now was the only native American owned and operated tavern in the bay area for many years .I found it very interesting and moved by the reviews enough to want me to visit home again .Thank you for reading Btw I'm called Oakland Homeboy where I live for the last 21 years and give my hometown great reviews always we always get bad press publicity !! Thank you hope to meet you all soon !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Brook
Professionals only, you better be black or think like a black person. The best in soul.
Atmosphere: 5
Marla June
My first time here and I had a Ball ! Great Bartender (Elana).I even ditched my old friends and made new friends (Greg). Came back on Saturday for more 😁. I enjoyed myself and you will to from karaoke to Live bands. The love of music is in the air. Enjoy tunes 😉
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Ligala P Manns
Bring a good vibe to the great vibe! 3411
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Faye Taylor
Hospitality was great music was fantastic
Atmosphere: 4
G. L.
Edit 5/22/2025: Our worst fear came true as gunfire erupted outside of lounge 3411 and 2 people were shot, one fatally. Victims and perperator were all bar patrons.
Original review: The place is dirty and run down, I've seen broken glass, urine and vomit along the side of the building. Grease from food prepared outside is dumped on the street and sidewalk and piles of garbage bags are piled up next to the outdoor seating area. Patrons will often double park, block crosswallks and even park on the sidewalk. Patrons parked on the sidewalk will blast loud music and keep drinking in their cars well past midnight. This place could be a real asset for the area, instead in operates like a slum establishment and brings down the character of the entire neighborhood.
Leslie West
First time here came alone was welcomed by locals and all attendees karaoke was fire drinks were reasonable 5$-7$ dollar shots there were games like dominoes available it’s always nice to have other things to do rather than just drink.
Ebenezer Adeniyi
Good food good drink fantastic atmosphere
J G
Best dive bar in Oakland with live music and pop-up food tent!!
Lounge 3411 In the owner, Stephanie it’s an amazing person. I’m a local artist based out of Oakland. I did a good many art events at her location . and had great success at each event that I done there the atmosphere is welcoming. Drinks are amazing. The food is amazing and if you’re a local artist that’s looking to have work, put up or wanna get seen That’s the place to be my experience working with her, which is overall amazing great, and I’ll do it again anytime of the day.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
J. R.
Food is set up outside around 9 p.m. Inside you can grab a bag of chips to hold you. The drinks are good and priced less than the Laurel Lounge. I was there on a Friday night and had lots of fun listening to the karaoke singers.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Karaoke
William Copeland
Fun bar, and there was incredible food just outside
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Mr Robinson
Needs major remodeling felt like I stepped back into a 70s whole in the wall.. but good people and nice vibes
Please read this review as I am doing so with an intentional blessing from a distance , as I write as short and to the point with positive vibes . I was born and raised in Oakland Cal .1964 , Across the street (corner of 35th & Mac) 1974,was Bob Brown Shell station ,yes I am part of Oakland history and very very proud the Town is me heart and soul . I actually retired as a Mechanic just a block away at Mcgee and Macarthur .my building still standing today . I was looking for Merles hilltop tavern where your establishment now stands I was shocked and happy to see such a change ,and look forward to stopping in soon as many people have moved on over the years , I have so much to add to what I am trying to say so I apologize for taking up space . Live music !! So much needed back in the laurel district I am wondering and yet giving some of Oakland rich history back and alive The Laurel district was once the Jazz hotspot of the bay The old Laurel lounge was a venue of historical value so if you didn't know you know now , also in history Merles hilltop tavern which was at the location you are now was the only native American owned and operated tavern in the bay area for many years .I found it very interesting and moved by the reviews enough to want me to visit home again .Thank you for reading Btw I'm called Oakland Homeboy where I live for the last 21 years and give my hometown great reviews always we always get bad press publicity !! Thank you hope to meet you all soon !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Professionals only, you better be black or think like a black person. The best in soul.
Atmosphere: 5
My first time here and I had a Ball ! Great Bartender (Elana).I even ditched my old friends and made new friends (Greg). Came back on Saturday for more 😁. I enjoyed myself and you will to from karaoke to Live bands. The love of music is in the air. Enjoy tunes 😉
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Bring a good vibe to the great vibe! 3411
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hospitality was great music was fantastic
Atmosphere: 4
Edit 5/22/2025:
Our worst fear came true as gunfire erupted outside of lounge 3411 and 2 people were shot, one fatally. Victims and perperator were all bar patrons.
Original review:
The place is dirty and run down, I've seen broken glass, urine and vomit along the side of the building. Grease from food prepared outside is dumped on the street and sidewalk and piles of garbage bags are piled up next to the outdoor seating area. Patrons will often double park, block crosswallks and even park on the sidewalk. Patrons parked on the sidewalk will blast loud music and keep drinking in their cars well past midnight. This place could be a real asset for the area, instead in operates like a slum establishment and brings down the character of the entire neighborhood.
First time here came alone was welcomed by locals and all attendees karaoke was fire drinks were reasonable 5$-7$ dollar shots there were games like dominoes available it’s always nice to have other things to do rather than just drink.
Good food good drink fantastic atmosphere
Best dive bar in Oakland with live music and pop-up food tent!!
Love love love this place! A true gem!
Restaurantji Recommends
Lounge 3411 In the owner, Stephanie it’s an amazing person. I’m a local artist based out of Oakland. I did a good many art events at her location . and had great success at each event that I done there the atmosphere is welcoming. Drinks are amazing. The food is amazing and if you’re a local artist that’s looking to have work, put up or wanna get seen That’s the place to be my experience working with her, which is overall amazing great, and I’ll do it again anytime of the day.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is set up outside around 9 p.m. Inside you can grab a bag of chips to hold you. The drinks are good and priced less than the Laurel Lounge. I was there on a Friday night and had lots of fun listening to the karaoke singers.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Karaoke
Fun bar, and there was incredible food just outside
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Needs major remodeling felt like I stepped back into a 70s whole in the wall.. but good people and nice vibes
Atmosphere: 2
Service: 5
Great blues!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Karaoke
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