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Get ready for Jolly Jack London! This brand-new holiday-themed bar crawl celebrates Oakland’s waterfront nightlife scene. Explore your favorite neighborhood bars and restaurants, enjoy holiday-inspired cocktails, beers, and bites, and take in the twinkling lights and creative décor as each venue shows off its unique holiday spirit.
This event is free to attend with RSVP and perfect for anyone looking to get into the holiday spirit while supporting local Jack London businesses.
Only attendees with official Jolly Jack London wristbands will have access to drink and food specials.
An evening made for grown-up holiday fun! Come celebrate the season and show love to Oakland’s local bars, restaurants, and neighborhood spots.
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1 Alta Vina Wine Bar 420 3rd Street Oakland, CA 94607 Crawler Special: Get a free upgrade from a glass to a carafe of wine! That's a half extra glass of wine for no extra cost About the Business: Alta Vina Wine Bar just opened this year and only serves California-grown wines. Henry, the owner of Alta Vina, is a great resource to help you find your next favorite glass or bottle of vino! Hours: 5-10pm Dog Friendly |
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2 Brooklyn West Winery 200 2nd Street Oakland, CA 94607 Crawler Special: Receive 15% off wine by the glass (as well as mocktails!) About this Business: Brooklyn West Winery is a Sonoma-based winery with an urban tasting lounge here in Jack London. They craft award-winning, small-lot wines sourced from some of the best vineyards across Northern California. Hours: 5-9pm Dog Friendly | Serves Food | Family Friendly |
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3 Dragon Gate 1 Franklin Street Oakland 94607 Crawler Special: Crawlers get a discount on an appetizer and a cocktail! About this Business: Dragon Gate is a bar, Taiwanese restaurant, and karaoke lounge located right on the water in Jack London Square. Their immersive décor and state-of-the-art private karaoke rooms make for a one-of-a-kind experience Hours: 5pm-1am Serves Food | Family Friendly |
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4 Elbo Room 311 Broadway Oakland, CA 94607 Crawler Special: Happy Hour drink specials from 6-8pm. After 8pm, crawlers will receive 15 percent off! About the Business: Elbo Room is a multi-story bar and music venue that hosts live music, DJs, and private events. Hours: 6pm-12am 21+ only |
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5 Everett & Jones BBQ 126 Broadway Oakland, CA 94607 Crawler Special: 15% off all food items! About this Business: Everett & Jones is a family-owned BBQ outpost with a full-bar and attached music/event venue that has been in Oakland for generations, known for their sauced up meats and comfort-food sides. Hours: 11am-9pm Dog Friendly | Serves Food | Family Friendly |
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6 Farmhouse Kitchen Thai 336 Water Street, Jack London Square Oakland, CA 94607 Crawler Specials: $3 off any draft/can beer Your purchase at Farmhouse Thai unlocks a chance to play for awesome rewards! You could walk away with a Farmhouse gift card, exclusive Farmhouse merch, or other great prizes! Supplies are limited, so get in early! First come, first to play. Jolly Jack London wristband required. One transaction = one play! About this Business: Not your typical Thai! Farmhouse is an award-winning new generation Thai restaurant focusing on bringing you adventurous, bold flavors of traditional and non-traditional dishes using the freshest ingredients. Hours: 5-8:30pm (last seating at 7:30pm) Dog Friendly | Serves Food | Family Friendly |
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7 The Fat Lady 201 Washington Street Oakland, CA 94607 Crawler Special: Indulge in a Butternut Squash Old Fashioned! Made with butternut-squash-infused True Story Bourbon, banana liqueur, maple syrup, & chocolate bitters. About the Business: The Fat Lady has been a family-owned bar & restaurant in Jack London for 55 years! They go all-out for all holidays, holding nothing back when decorating their space. Hours: 11:30am-9pm Serves Food | Family Friendly |
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8 Home of Chicken and Waffles 247 4th Street Oakland, CA 94607 Crawler Special: Get 1 wing + 1 waffle for just $9.99! And/or: rip a strawberry-vodka shot for just $5 About the Business: Home of Chicken and Waffles has been an Oakland staple since '03, serving up fried chicken, comfort food, breakfast, and other delicious diner fare. Recently, they moved their restaurant & bar over to 4th Street, leveling up their digs. Hours: 11am-10pm Dog Friendly | Serves Food | Family Friendly |
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9 Kuidaore Handroll Bar 431 Water Street Oakland 94607 Crawler Special: Get 10% off your entire bill! About the Business: Kuidaore is a sushi bar that specializes in handrolls. With a great sake selection and many small plate options, Kuidaore is a great place to stop in for a light, delicious bite of fresh Japanese cuisine! Hours: 5-9pm Serves Food | Family Friendly |
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10 NIDO's BackYard 104 Oak Street Oakland, CA 94607 Crawler Special: enjoy select cocktails for just $8! About the Business: Located on the edge of the Jack London district, you’ll follow a rainbow serape into an outdoor oasis known as the Bay Area’s first margarita garden. NIDO’s BackYard focuses on seasonal Mexican cuisine along with a curated list of agave spirits and cocktails. Hours: 11am-9pm Dog Friendly | Serves Food | Family Friendly |
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11 Oakland United Beer Works 262 2nd Street Oakland, CA 94607 Crawler Special: 20% off your entire bill (that includes beer, wine, N/A beverages, merchandise, and in-house bar bites!) About the Business: Oakland United is a community-focused, Oakland-centric craft brewery that has been in Jack London since 2017. Their two-tiered taproom is a great place to hang with friends, learn about beer, and sip on a cold one! Hours: 3-9pm Dog Friendly | Serves Food | Family Friendly |
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12 Original Pattern Brewing Co. 292 4th Street Oakland, CA 94607 Crawler Special: sip on a specialty, seasonal flight of 4 beers for just $12! About the Business: Original Pattern Brewing is an award-winning craft brewery that has been brewing and pouring beer in Jack London since 2018. With a rotating tap list, you'll find a variety of beer styles, from hazy IPAs to sours, stouts to lagers, west coast IPAs to pale ales. Hours: 12-10pm Dog Friendly | Serves Food | Family Friendly |
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13 The Pizza Pantry 222 Madison Street Oakland 94607 Crawler Special: a slice of pizza + select beer or wine for just $10! About the Business: The Pizza Pantry is a family-owned pizza joint with a deep appreciation for the craft of a quality pie. Serving up specialty pizzas and slices to the community as well as local craft beers and wines, The Pantry is the local go-to for hot, artisanal pizzas! Hours: 5-10pm Dog Friendly | Serves Food | Family Friendly |
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14 Plank 98 Broadway, Jack London Square Oakland, CA 94607 Crawler Special: All night happy hour! Enjoy discounts on bowling, plus food and drink specials About the Business: Located in a picturesque setting, overlooking the JLS waterfront, Plank is a unique Oakland experience where friends can gather with over 50,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor dining space, an arcade, bocce ball, and bowling! Hours: 11am-10pm Dog Friendly | Serves Food | Family Friendly |
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15 Sláinte Irish Pub 131 Broadway Oakland 94607 Crawler Special: Enjoy Slainte’s Famous Irish Coffee for only $10 (that's $5 off the menu price!) About the Business: Sláinte is one of the East Bay's top Irish pubs. With a menu full of traditional pub fare, a stellar whiskey collection, and live Irish folk music weekly, they keep the Irish spirit alive for all of us to revel in at this cozy bar and restaurant. Hours: 3-10pm Dog Friendly | Serves Food | Family Friendly |
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16 Tiger's Taproom 308 Jackson Street, #4 Oakland, CA 94607 Crawler Special: Try a Beermosa for just $12! About the Business: Tiger's Taproom is a craft beer taproom, bottle shop, and community hub that hosts music trivia, food trucks, special beer release events, and local sports watch parties. Hours: 4-10pm Dog Friendly | Serves Food | 21+ Only |
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17 Xingones Cantina 190 4th Street Oakland, CA 94607 Crawler Special: Enjoy a festive cocktail for just $10 and/or a quesabirria taco for $4! About the Business: Xingones opened their first official brick & mortar right here in Jack London in early 2025 and have been slinging quality burritos, tacos, and fried chicken ever since. Their sleek and colorful space is also home to a full bar and several cozy corners to post up in. Hours: 10am-9:45pm Dog Friendly | Serves Food | Family Friendly |
Bring your friends, your holiday spirit, and maybe your favorite ugly sweater—and let’s make this a night to remember in Jack London!
Presented by the Jack London Improvement District
Questions? Contact rachel@jacklondonoakland.org