Ruby Room in Oakland has been a popular spot among locals in Oakland for decades. It’s sort of like going into the abyss of a movie theatre, where you forget what time of day it is, as Ruby Room is infamous for its dark, red hue. Enjoy dancing on their tiny dance floor on Friday nights, or spend some time in their smoky side room for a game of pool. Close to the lake and right on 14th Street, in the past it’s been home to groups of bikers after a ride and post-gig musicians. As a staple in Oakland, the Ruby Room is a great place to ask a bartender for advice, take a third date, or get drunk and challenge strangers to a game of pool. Beers and mixed drinks come cheap, as they always have, served by bartenders — not mixologists. So while it’s not the destination for a craft cocktail, it remains a consistently great place for a shot and a beer.
132 14th St, Oakland, No Website (Because good bars don’t need them).
.Best Place to Drown in Well-Priced Drinks and a Red Hue: Ruby Room
