Summer Bar & Lounge
526 8th St, Oakland
(510) 817-4985
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Usually it’s cool up in here. Tonight 11/22-11/23 the main bartender is moving differently when the owner isn’t around. Typically we can come in here and take turns queueing up songs on the computer. Suddenly the bartender tonight decided that no one can touch the computer after a certain time based on arbitrary considerations. We are regulars in this bar. Unfortunately this specific bartender had a woman in here tonight and suddenly this man runs the entire process differently than usual. Not a fan of this selective process when it comes to the community music selection that brings me in to Summer bar.
Typically this bartender is taking shots and smoking out of what seems to be his personal bong behind the bar. When we told him this isn’t the usual process of the night he became very aggressive to the point where I don’t feel comfortable even queuing up songs anymore. Unfortunately I am super disappointed as a regular of this bar.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The party goes down, at this,spot. I love the bartender. And the drinks are of the hook,
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Great bar, fun karaoke spot! Bar tender/owner is fantastic! Super approachable and fun location.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Love the vibes and lights and owner is sweet
You never know the fun you will run into here. When you visit...I hope you meet the owner, Ricardo. He is so friendly...the best!!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
This bar has the potential to be a fun bar but unfortunately every time I went it was empty. I like the location even though it's off the beaten path in old Oakland. The staff is alright, the drinks are ok, but the music is absolutely horrible. I'll continue to come every so often.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 3
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Need to improve music, for the mixture of patrons. Every one does not do heavy metal. Needs better security
Went there and the bartenders don't know how to make a decent drink. Very gross Gogo dancers on the bar!? Dance on a stage! talk about unsanitary We will not return
Google listed as open and they were closed and dark on Sunday night holiday weekend. Disappointing and would be good if posted hours were accurate.
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Very cool place
It appears to be a fun place to go. I live very close. From my experience with the crowd there very peaceful an fun loving.
Had an almost perfect gin and tonic, and the bartender was extremely friendly and fantastic to speak with. Kind of a neighborhood bar with the look and feel of a fancier lounge and amazing music... Really brings back the memories!
amazing spot with friendly staff and multiple rooms.
oakland has needed a new gay bar for a while and this one is just my speed. super chill, not too fussy, great prices and they serve wine by the bottle! I'm definitely a fan.
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