LOVE this spot. It's got character. They carry different beers and ciders and things that you can't really find anywhere else nearby. The atmosphere is great. Trivia on Wednesday's with Luis is a highlight for us. I highly recommend you check this out! read more

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Still a great spot. Definitely don't get stuck downtown. Check this place out. Big selection on tap read more

ØL Beercafe & Bottle Shop - Belgian IPA - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

Ooo! We came here for the first time last night on a rare date night as my mother-in-law was visiting, so we had someone to watch the kids. I found this place because I was looking for somewhere with sour beers! They had not one, but two sours on tap. I had the Slang du Jour by Drekkler which is a Key Line Pie smoothie sour and it blew my mind it was so good! The bartender described it as crust forward which made me laugh! The bar is fun and doesn't feel like it belongs in Walnut Creek and I love that. It's pretty basic and rustic inside. It feels old timey inside. The bar is in the back and they also have a wide selection of bottles beers. There is an entire wall of fridges with a great selection of beers that you can have on site or take to go/home. I'll keep that in mind for the future as I love sour beers which are harder to find than basic beers. The bartender was knowledgeable and my husband remarked to me that this looked like the perfect job for him. He was right at ease and was approachable, but also knew his stuff. Great combo. The actual bar area was full of people, but there wasn't much seating at the bar, so it was full. So, we sat in the front. We were there the last hour it was open, and there was still people hanging out, but I think the vibe would have been different a bit earlier. Well have to come earlier next time. They also have trivia night and comedy nights, so it would be fun to come for that sometime. Anyway, I could definitely see us going here again. This is a nice surprise for Walnut Creek! read more

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One of the OG Beers spots in WC at this point. Selection unmatched! Go here for a good time.

Pretty straightforward bar. Has trivia night on Wednesdays, which is fun. Not a fan of the seats. Does allow you to bring outside food since they no longer offer food themselves. read more

Great beer and friendly people. Will go again! They have a Friday night music night, which is really fun. You can bring your old 45's to spin! read more

Was in town for business and seeing how it was such a nice day and all and what better bonus is there to find a parking spot with meter already in it on such a beautiful day. Great cozy little spot if you like the weird stuff. Ain't no PBR or Budlight in here. Props to having the sours as well as pliny the elder on tap. To top if off you can get 3 flights for $20 and drink on the barrels. I hope they continue to try and stock the crazy stuff bc it ain't easy! 5/5 read more

ØL Beercafe & Bottle Shop - Flight of berry tart, saison and pliny the elder. - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

This place is always a great time!! Been coming here for SF Beer Week events for about a decade and they always have a nice unique beer selection. The people that roll thru here are fun, the events are great but my favorite thing is how knowledgeable the beer tenders are. You can always expect a nice balance of classic beers and new unique ones as well as on the handles. Will be coming back more often! read more

Cool spot for a beer in Walnut Creek. Never super busy, off one of the end streets. Feels almost like a secret spot! Beers on draft and many beers in bottles. Lots of craft beers to choose from. I like the wine barrel seating style. Bartenders are always really nice too! They have good recs. I like to hang out here after dinner in Walnut Creek. I can actually hear my friends and have a conversation. The other bars in Walnut Creek are too loud sometimes! read more

Great atmosphere and beer selection. Can't go wrong with here as a date spot or friend get together

You may not know if you're supposed to call it "oool" or "aught" but don't worry about it. This know that this place just rocks. Great selection of drafts and bottles. Enjoy your beer on-site with a nice laid back energy or take them to go. Or have some there AND take some to go. You can even grab food from the neighborhood and enjoy your outside food with their beer. Awesome place to try new beers. read more

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Cool vibe, Good knowledgeable staff, Great selection. No food but you can bring your own. read more

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First time here! Hidden gem, loved the bartender Cynda will definitely come back here!!

Cute little bar with an exotic range of beers and ales. Would recommend for groups and visitors to Walnut Creek. read more

One of Walnut Creek's hidden gems, it has a cool, rustic atmosphere and a solid tap list of esteemed Bay Area / California breweries. They also have amazing beer from dozens of great breweries available in cans to drink there or to take home. Some bartenders have been far more knowledgeable than others about the beer, but they've all been super nice. Trivia night is another huge plus, and it's written, which differentiates it from all the digital ones nowadays. read more

The service was good. The ambiance was nice before 6pm. I guess it was trivia night or something and the lady hosting was very rude. This was our first time here and we sat near the door and setup unknowingly. She came in, set the microphone and some other things on our table and didn't say anything. So I asked her to move her things as we were enjoying ourselves and she stated "it's almost trivia time." We ended up leaving since it was full and our table bombarded. The bartender working knew a lot about the beers and guided us in the right direction. It's a really decent place to have drinks and relax. I'll go again some other time. Pay for parking. read more

Super solid tap room and bottle shop! Great selection of brews on tap and in bottles, with knowledgeable beertenders. A+ Parking kinda sucks, but that's not ØL's issue, right? My only real complaint..ØL is Danish for beer, yet the place has ZERO Scandinavian appeal. It looks like an Irish pub, not a modernistic Scando-pub. HOWEVER, great beer beats out the interior designer/decorator in me! 5 stars read more

Popped in on a recent Saturday afternoon for a quick drink while hitting the Contra Costa Beer Trail. Got a little 'tude from the server (sorry, didnt catch their name!) but the beer was cold and full of flavor. Love the overall selection and the to go bottle shop. I've done their SF Beer Week events in the past and had great experiences. This one experience wont keep me away, I'll be back! Its all about the beer as always! read more

Great selection of beers, they allow dogs and outside food. Cool place to work, catch up with a friend. they also have trivia every wednesdays and live comedy every first Thursdays. read more

After the recent ownership change, I feel like the heart & soul of this place left. Maybe I just miss all the amazing and super informative team members who didn't stick around, and I should give it some time...and maybe it will just never be what it once was. I've seen the new owner in here a couple times now, and no real effort put in to say hello or make eye contact with anyone at the bar... maybe just caught him on super busy days. Totally get what's going on with inflation and the supply chain too, but the jump from $7.50 for your average west coast IPA to now pretty much $10 a pop across the board, is tough to swallow (literally). Again, not the new ownership's fault, but some sticker shock on that tab for sure. As a beer lover, and this place being close to home, I will definitely continue to stop in from time to time, but oh how I miss the original Øl, with the staff that was as awesome as the beer. read more

I didn't realize ØL has a small food menu with snacks, grilled cheese, meat and cheese boards, and personal pizzas from Skipolini's next door (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/%C3%B8l-beercafe-and-bottle-shop-walnut-creek?select=W3fId032p_baiDgkSea7zQ). The bartender said outside food was OK too and some of the nearby places (aforementioned Skipolini's. the sushi place down the block) could deliver. The grilled panini Ham & Cave Aged Cheddar is built on sliced sourdough and comes with a pickle spear and your choice of several kettle chip flavors (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/%C3%B8l-beercafe-and-bottle-shop-walnut-creek?select=pQmYTbQVcB_oSZGGzcaLvg). Pretty satisfying $8 lunch to go with your choice of craft beers on tap with about half being locally sourced (https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/%C3%B8l-beercafe-and-bottle-shop-walnut-creek?select=xWuXBWbVeROLSpt89LQeJA) read more

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Tremendous little beer bar. There are a lot of these popping up all over but this place has been around for a while and is under new management and is a really well run place. They have a great selection of beer and we try to go there when we can. Plenty of parking. Trivia nights on Tuesdays is always fun. Owner Ali is a great guy. They have some beers we can't find in other places around the area too, so that's always wonderful. You have a lot of choices as far as beer bars like this and this is one of the best. Awesome place. A+ read more

Knowledgeable bar tender and has a ton of options!Calm atmosphere, appreciate being able to hear the conversation. Will be back to try out trivia night. read more

Best spot to pick up some craft beers to-go in downtown Walnut Creek! They have a huge selection of beers (both chilled and non-chilled) and I was honestly so amazed. They also have outdoor seating where you can enjoy a nice beer right out front. I'm so glad I happened across this beer shop, definitely a gem! Check it out if you're in the area, you won't regret it! read more

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The pint of beer here The pint of beer in reality Feel the difference No service, not good food and overpriced. Don't recommend it. We will never come back here. read more

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Come here every week for trivia! Such a great time and their selection is amazing. Staff is always so kind!!! Love the girl that hosts she is a hoot & a half read more

Beers on beers, on beers, on BEERS! For how small this place is, they have a pretty nice selection of beer available. Bottles?! You got it! Drafts?! No problem! Wine?! Why not?! That's right, they even have something for all of you non-beer drinkers out there! The Ol Beercafe & Bottle Shop is a hole-in-the-wall beer bar and bottle shop that is tucked away on Giammona drive right behind Dan's Irish Sports Bar. I came here with a few friends while bar hopping some months ago, and we decided to stop by the Ol Beercafe for a couple brews before we migrated over to the next stop. The inside is pretty small with just a few tables available for seating and a tiny bar that's located in the back. There's no table service here, so you need to order at the bar and bring your drinks back to your table. I wasn't too familiar with many of the drafts that they had available, so one of the bartenders let me sample a few so that I could decide on something that I liked. They do carry a nice variety of tap beers here from some of the popular local breweries such as Henhouse, Allagash, Altamont, and Mikkeller. Although they provided splashes of the beers for me, they weren't the most courteous bartenders that I've encountered. Not sure if it was because I wasn't sitting at the bar, but both bartenders seemed super preoccupied. I decided on the Laughing Book Monk of Palms Pineapple Ale which was super light and refreshing! The atmosphere is very casual and low key with a high volume of neighborhood locals and hipsters that primarily frequent the bar. Someone stated in a previous review that this place is very loud. Although I didn't have the same experience, I can see how this could be an issue during busy nights since it's so tiny inside. Despite its' size, the Ol Beercafe carries a pretty large selection of bottle beers and wines. Overall, I think that it's a solid choice for enjoying a nice beer in low key environment with friends. read more

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My sister loves to come here every week,so I decide to try this spot. And all I say is WoW! I mean it is a tiny little spot with some snacks, but they don't mind if you order pizza next door. I love their beer tap, it's very interesting! This place is so relaxing while I enjoy drinking and chatting with my friends. If you looking for a 5 star service, please don't come and ruin it because this is not a place for you! ;) read more

This is a small bar tucked away in downtown Walnut Creek. The first Thursday of every month, they have a free stand-up comedy show organized by Imaginary Friends. This was our first time attending the event and stopping into the Beercafe. When you first walk in, it has a German beer house kind of feel. It has high ceilings, lots of wood, and dimmed lighting; a perfect hangout spot with your friends after a long day. The bar is in the back of the cafe with a refrigerator full of different beers you can buy to bring home. I am not a big fan of beer, but I really enjoyed the fruity/sour beers they had on tap. I will definitely come back with my friends for a casual night out or to attend another stand up comedy event. read more

Great selection draft and bottle. They have a nice vibe going inside, medium lighting with dark wood, playing chill music. Made for a great way to spend a few hours hanging out on a Sunday. Perfect for a meet up, there's room for privacy and not too loud. I was low on charge and they had chargers behind the counter, and even USB-C. (That's pretty rare). Bartender is friendly and knowledgeable about the selection. All beers I had we're great, IPAs were fresh (critical!!!). Trdl: chill low key vibe, great fresh beer selection. read more

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This is sort of an upscale beer and bottle shop in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek. The beers are a bit upscale as well as are the prices. They have all kinds of more exotic, Belgian beer that you don't readily find Elsewhere. For example, they had an entire keg of Pliny the Elder available, as well as bottles of the same. In fact, the coolers near the bar have a ton of beers to choose from. They give a discount if you pick 6 bottles. There's also a different price depending upon whether you drink it here or to go. The shop is right next to the Lesher Theater, which means you're going to have to pay for parking of course. Parking at the meters is just $1 per hour, and they accept credit cards. The atmosphere is a little bit more serious than craft breweries and tap rooms I've been at. But I got good service and in fact my beer today was free since keg had just bottomed out when he poured my dark ale, and there was quite a bit more foam than normal. So if you're looking for an upscale Tap Room with a great selection of European beers, this is a good choice. read more

The best beer in the entire Bay Area. 18 taps, continually updated with a range of craft brews from around the world. Good AC in summer, a relaxed atmosphere, and consistently friendly staff. Rarely crowded: I don't think they are well known (yet). read more

ØL is a perfect refuge from downtown Walnut Creek. After a long day of appointments and errands, this is the kind of place I like to relax with a beer and a snack. And the selection is amazing! There's a small bar area towards the back with some additional retail space for beers that aren't on tap. I decided to ask the bartender for her recommendation based on some flavors I generally like in a stout and she made two very nice recommendations. It seems like they have a revolving seasonal selection and there really should be something for everyone. The bar itself was full but there were plenty of tables in the front room. After a bit we decided a snack would be nice so we ordered a cheese plate. It was hearty, and just the sort of thing you'd want to share. It was only the late afternoon when I visited, so it may be louder in the evenings, but it was quiet during the day. I could see it being a nice alternative to a cafe for getting a little reading or work done. read more

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Delightful service and a great beer selection. The outdoor seating was accessible and cute with lights strung out around the seating area. Def recommend and will be back when we're back in Walnut Creek! read more

This was my first "legit" bar experience and I love the vibe I got from it. I went on a pretty slow night, but it seems like a pretty intimate bar venue to grab a couple drinks with friends and sit and chat. I'm all for casual, social drinking and this place has the right atmosphere for it. They have a lot of ample seating and a wide selection of craft beers in the fridges at the back. I didn't get to try anything on tap or draft (I'm not the beer connoisseur). But, they do charge you more for the bottle to drink inside rather than taking the bottle to go. Overall, this place has that small, very crafty and hipster vibe which any beer lover would love hanging in. The atmosphere and vibe in the room is a bit grungy with the right amount of space for yourself or for sharing with others. Cool place (if I loved beer more)! And the prices seem to match the beer's rarity, around $10+. I'd come back with some beer-lovers anytime! read more

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Would like to leave a decent review but we were asked to leave because we had a baby. I give this place 2 stars instead of 1 because the bartender was very nice. We obviously won't be coming back. Not family friendly. Makes no sense because Walnut Creek is so family friendly. I wonder how long this place will last it was pretty empty when we walked in. read more

So stoked about this place! Sister pub of The Trappist and girl is so fly! The bar is awesome. They have a super duper water pump that cleans all the glasses and an extensive menu. Why, yes! I'd love a sample of beer before I fully commit to it! Bartender is very knowledgeable and thorough with descriptions. No rush. The St. Feuillien (blonde belgium 7.5%) was light, sweet, and very refreshing. ($8) My kind of burr.. There's even a beer shop if you just can't get enough! Great, chill hangout spot in downtown WC. Cheers to good times ahead @OL! read more

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I like this bar. The taps are always changing and there is a great selection of beers you can purchase and take with you. The bartenders are always friendly and serve you quickly. Our favorite thing is the snacks - salted almonds and olives are extra good with a cold beer! The layout is a little hard to work with. Everything bottle necks at the bar so you might have to wait a while to get your drink. But most of the time it's pretty low key and cool. Kind of hip, kind of snobby but in a way where you know you are going to get great craft beer and not coors. No offensive to cheap beer but you're not getting it here. So to sum it up... great beer selection, nice staff, good small food items and off the main drag. Give t a try you won't be disappointed! read more

ØL Beercafe & Bottle Shop - Sunday Funday. It's hot and this beer is cold. - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

If you ever need a nice refreshment, this is your Walnut Creek gem. Love the selection from the tap and options to take home.

Fun spot to enjoy a wide array of beer choices. Small bar, moderate number of tables, and a compact but densely packed bottle shop. Depending on the day/crowd it can be relaxing to chat with the bartender, learn about the different beers on tap, sample a bit and enjoy one or two. Not surprisingly, bartender and crowd dependent. Definitely not a gastro-pub. Limited selection of small plates and only adequate pizza from Skipolini's. I guess I'd say "rustic ambience" to describe it. Beers priced as usual for dedicated up-market brew spots (that is - not cheap). But Belgians aren't ever cheap so what can you do? If the food aspect was a bit more robust I'd be here more often. But they do a solid job for what they offer. read more