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Bar Dogwood

Cocktail Bar$$$$

Oaksterdam, Oakland

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Bar Dogwood

7.6^/10

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"post-show at the Fox or Uptown."(3 Tips)
"Cubanito w/pepperoncinis, comichons and cheddar"(3 Tips)
"Get the grilled cheese (add fixins) and the charcuterie plate."(11 Tips)
"Get the grilled cheese with whiskey bacon chutney..."(3 Tips)

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grilled cheese sandwiches
uptown
cubanito
happy hour
good service
trendy
bar
great value
good for singles
casual
mezcal
good for dates
tequila
authentic
charcuterie plate
bacon
meats
cheese
pheasants
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Adrian PhillipsDecember 23, 2015
There's a bar in the back of the front is too busy. It shuts down earlier though. Cocktails are fantastic. Highly recommend anything with tequila and / or mezcal.
Brian SMay 15, 2015
The back bar is new and so far under the radar. Head there when the front room is over run. You can't transfer your tab between bars.
Laughing SquidFebruary 21, 2012
Definitely a great place to grab "cocktails & cured meat" pre- or post-show at the Fox or Uptown. Say hello to Lexi and by all means $how your bartender some love.
Bob LeeJanuary 7, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Nice place to grab a drink and super convenient since it's directly across the street from the office. They're also a charcuterie, but I don't think they're at the same level as a place like Adesso
Morgan KOctober 20, 2013
All about the grilled cheese sandwiches. Which they serve late. great cocktails too.
WhiskeyAvengerJune 19, 2018
Great cocktails!one of the most elegant bars in Oakland.
michelle morrisonOctober 14, 2013
Don't leave without a grilled cheese. The cooks will make you whatever you like, so don't be afraid to ask for something off the menu.
Grace ChaungSeptember 28, 2014
Go to spot for drinks in Oakland, can get crowded. Grilled cheese will make you feel guilty but 100% worth it
Dayyan LordAugust 6, 2013
Great ambience. Awesome grilled cheeses and charcuterie. Be sure to watch the slicing action of the sweet mechanical slicer.
Mathieu ThouveninJuly 1, 2012
Awesome cocktail and appetizers place. Delicious mixed plate with meat and cheeses!
mike lyonsNovember 15, 2014
Excellent selection of whiskey. Interesting, but pricey, finger foods.
NikeMay 4, 2013
Wasn't obscenely crowded and didn't have a cover on first Fri (unlike all other bars). Plus, great cocktails. Go after art murmur!
WhiskeyAvengerAugust 12, 2019
Fantastic cocktail bar. Very swanky yet unpretentious.
natalie kayMay 13, 2017
Charcuterie plates are awesome. The mustard has a great heat to it.
Nick CiceroAugust 31, 2013
Good bar to go to before and after shows at The Fox - wide open and good cheese.
Andrew LamMay 20, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Come for the drinks and atmosphere... stay for the truly awesome charcuterie/cheese mixed plates!
Mai Thanh BuiApril 10, 2013
If you like bourbon & ginger, get Stones Throw :) nice bartender too!
Eric SJanuary 9, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Get the grilled cheese with whiskey bacon chutney...
Joseph LeOctober 22, 2017
It’s also connected to Darling Elixir’s! More space - same drinks and food
Fernanda AlvesSeptember 21, 2014
Great atmosphere, good call for a Friday evening!
D Ki KatoFebruary 25, 2012
Try the Charcuterie plate - Charcuterie plate #1 on the Uptown craw...may be the best!
Brian StraussDecember 31, 2014
Good drinks. Great vibe after especially after dark.
Aaron HillOctober 24, 2014
It's like the stole my 90s playlist and rocked it all night. The drinks sent bad either - my wife thought the 'Rosie Lee' was a showstopper.
AskMenMarch 4, 2011
They cure all their many meats on-site. Go to the meat counter & buy a pound of flesh to nosh sur place, or to take back to your lair. Read more
Cory GowanMarch 5, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Tasty negroni, love the pheasants, the delicious looking meats, and the awesome old tymey photo of Lake Merritt.
Alexandra MichelleNovember 7, 2015
I got a tomato basil truffle grilled cheese and the only thing I regretted was not ordering two.
Adam LangAugust 18, 2013
Get a meat or cheese plate to even out your booze.
HanJuly 28, 2013
Get the grilled cheese (add fixins) and the charcuterie plate.
Michael B.June 25, 2012
The grilles cheese is so good you'll cry tears of dairy product.
Andrew B.February 28, 2018
Been here 5+ times
The Cubano sandwich is amazing.
ianNovember 29, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Happy hour all night Monday, featuring $3 beer, $4 well and Victor's smooth jams all night long.
Ben RussoJune 9, 2015
Good drinks. Avoid on weekend nights.
Maddie MaeAugust 22, 2014
Send someone early to claim a spot. It's always smaller than you remember.
John BradyApril 30, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Sunday nights are mellow. Vita is the best bartender around the uptown area.
Ben DavisJanuary 18, 2013
Grilled creese w. truffle oil & sundries tomatoes. Insanity.
Marah LaurieMarch 13, 2015
Best grilled cheeses & Cubans!
nils jansonMay 5, 2017
Cubanito sandwich is legit.
TruchaJuly 15, 2012
Grilled cheese yummynes compliments any cocktail
Ryan BlockMarch 11, 2017
Great cocktails.
Alyssa BereznakNovember 25, 2015
sooo i guess oakland is fancy now?
Marshall St. ClairJuly 19, 2015
Cubanito w/pepperoncinis, comichons and cheddar
Donald RushAugust 4, 2013
Cool hip place but not much seating.
Andrew ChangJuly 9, 2019
Service was excellent.
Matt HeckJanuary 21, 2016
Cool atmosphere.
Dennise AcioDecember 23, 2011
We missed HH but I may have to revisit for $1 off all dranks!
Danny FrielOctober 5, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Amazing grilled cheese!
John HennessyNovember 30, 2014
Cubanito!!!
BilliamSeptember 4, 2011
My Aura doth showeth!!
Cameron WoodwardMay 16, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Good ol' Old Fashion.
Omar ChildsApril 2, 2011
Been here 10+ times
The Greyhound cocktail is NIICCEEEEE

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