Literally your local neighborhood dive bar. You may not know about this place until you actually…read moreare from the area! It's on a quiet street with surrounding houses and apartments. Not in a prime spot for city nightlife, so definitely something iykyk. Walking in, it was a little better than expected. Although, there were all sorts of smells (coming from people maybe?) throughout the bar lol. It's cool there's a pool table on the end of the bar, which is $1 to play. First come first serve. Vibes are chill while they play hip hop music in the back. Everyone mainly sits outside, but they also have a patio that's pretty cute with all the string lights. One man is working, so he's basically the bartender and cleanup of this bar. Does the job if you wanna just grab a drink.

I use the words "Neighborhood dive bar" in only the best possible way. Walkable with the dog and…read moreincredibly dog friendly, this place is the epitome of a neighborhood gathering place. On top of that, the food's really good! Their tacos are tasty, and the sleeper on the menu is the spicy tuna melt. *chef's kiss* from any of our friend group who've had it. The nachos, pretzel, and soups of the day also bring something homey. You can walk in and see island folks you know, or quickly start getting to know a friendly new someone. We love it here. Goose especially.

Almanac, refers to the Farmer's Almanac, a seasonality reference guide for farmers that has been…read morepublished every year in the U.S. since 1818. Quality/Quantity - Wow, has it been 4 years since I have been here!!!! This might be my new favorite Alameda Brewery! Discovered and bought the 36oz Stein! With $10 refills. Help... Wait, I don't need help; I can drink all this by myself. Today I got the Aussie Holiday - To remind me of my Australia Holiday. And the Fest Coast - German IPA, have not been to Germany (yet). Love your beer, even better that I can pick it up at Costco sometimes. Scolaris food truck - Always good food! I have not been here since they closed Rock Wall Winery, sorry. My wife ordered a blueberry bacon cheese burger - So good. Pictures uploaded at Scolaris. And now Marley's G is here from Park Street. I will eat here on the next trip. Atmosphere - Cool, hip, and rocking!! The place was fairly empty, but today was a Monday. Very family oriented, family friendly. See all my pictures. Pinball machines, arcade, sand box for kids, etc. Also very dog friendly; surrounded by dogs, in a positive way. :) Indoor/outdoor seating - See pictures. Indoor seating - Table, bar, lounge, etc. Plenty of parking across the street. Two parking lots now, one dirt and one paved. I only took one picture. Open 7 days a week from 11am or noon till 9pm, 10pm or 11pm; see Yelp or their website for specific hours. Private events available. Do you give tours of your warehouse or brewery? Service - Good, I like the new system. It is much more organized. Quick and friendly service. Price - $37 including tip. Expensive, but worth it. Can't wait to come back for more refills. :) Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 2011 and this location since 2018; we were day one customers!

Came here for a friends bday and it was really nice to spend time outside at the picnic tables!…read more Lots of slushie options - very strong! I tried their mango and strawberry one. I don't think you can go wrong with a slushie on a hot day. Inside there's a bunch of games and pinball machines. Very family friendly. Will be back!

I do appreciate having a local store stocking a range of craft beer. Service is always friendly and…read moreevery time I go, I find a new great, different beer (including a few from OR that I never got to try on my trips up that way).

Excellent selection of alcoholic beverages, with an owner operated setting and top notch service…read more This tiny store out does the other retailers in price, design and experience. Whether shopping for a gift, a dinner party or a date this store stands alone as the best of Alameda.

I reserved a tasting on a Saturday and it was a seamless experience. I was even able to bring my…read moreyoung child, which was nice since I was the designated driver. The team was super nice and accommodating. They let us peak at the distillery, even though we didn't reserve the tour. They were very informed about the brand and the history of spirits. We had so much fun. It was super chill and not too packed. Of course we went home with a few bottles to have my own tasting at home. We will definitely be back.

This distillery makes a nice variety of wonderful spirits at a fairly approachable price point--so…read moremuch so that you should not be surprised if you go home with a few bottles. We arrived on a Sunday, just as Eric was unlocking the door and opening up. We had a great tasting experience! Eric is incredibly knowledgeable about the distillery's history and the spirits they produce--he brings it all alive in the telling. When we asked for cocktail suggestions, a few other staff overheard us and helpfully contributed to the discussion. The pour sizes on a flight are legally regulated, so there's no real concern about over drinking Just be ready for a fun afternoon!

Under new management! So guess what? No lottery ticket sales for the big jackpots! Yes, I…read moreknow....you're not going to win anyway. But they had good prices for milk, so I bought a gallon. Store looked clean, well lit, and clerk was really friendly. Clerk apologized for low stock, because they just took ownership. But the stock is well organized and not cluttered. Located at the corner of Lincoln x Grand St, across the street from the SAGA Kitchen. Street parking

The new owners are so polite and congenial, always a pleasure to go there daily....They take pride…read morein keeping the store very clean and follow all rules of Covid !! They will even try to order something to carry if you're going to buy it now and then...In 15+ years living down the street these are the best workers the store has had !!! Wish them the best

We were waking around the area and popped into The Rake at Admiral Maltings…read more The staff was very friendly and helpful in explaining their offerings. They even poured me a sample of their Nitro Horchata Cream Ale. Wow, smooth, creamy and deadly (for me). As I am a lightweight, and could drink several of these and get totally plastered without knowing it until it was too late. A good selection spirits, beer, wine, & crafted food. Come check them out!

Popped in for a Saturday flight with a buddy. Great atmosphere, very fair pricing, fantastic beer…read moreselection. Since Admiral Maltings supplies many local breweries with their malts, they have some awesome beers on tap. The beertenders knew the product profiles and make some spot on suggestions for us to sample. Great attitudes and service with a laugh! We will definitely be coming back!

This market is the best! Their prices are sooo reasonable…read more Need just one item like pasta sauce or an avocado or even a tomato and don't feel like going to a big chain store- go here! They have unique foods that some stores don't even carry. The staff is always very welcoming and warming. We love this market!!!

This is, hands-down, the best and most special neighborhood market ever. I've lived near it for…read moremuch of my life, and Sam (plus his wife, and Amy, and Carl's brother whose name I can't recall, and Carl himself who now owns a market in Dublin) has made it the greatest. The pricing is always on par or usually lower than other spots in town. During the pandemic, a beloved clerk there (Kenny, miss you!) told me that a customer had told him they should raise prices on an item, because another market in town was selling it for 30% more or so. Kenny mentioned that to Sam, who firmly said, "no, I'm not raising prices." Our hero. He also stocks things for neighborhood locals if they even mention wanting them. It's the spot for every kid to run into and pick out an ice cream or candy (and maybe tell Amy about their baseball game, she always asks). I went in a few years back after living elsewhere for years, and Sam was so lovely. He also knows my entire family - Mom and Dad go in all the time; Dad is now buying most groceries there; my sister, brother-in-law, and nephews lived in the neighborhood for most of the last years and they travel here weekly now and usually hit up A-1 to get favorites. They have amazing vegetarian and vegan options; the produce is ALWAYS fresh and well-picked (and priced - best price for avocados); the frozen foods are always interesting and tempting; and they have fresh Firebrand bread every day! It's also a really safe space for everyone - kids, adults, all of us. Between the lovely culture he's created, and the insane merchandising skill, and the products... I think Sam might be a magician. Go! You will not be disappointed.

Hats off to Farmstead for carrying Rebel vegan cheeses! I love Rebel (see my review for this…read moreawesome company), but shipping costs if you order directly from them are steep, so it's great to come across a local store that carries their products. We got the brie, truffle brie, and smoked cheddar. 100% plant-based, clean ingredients, 'cheese' I actually feel good about eating. And the flavors are amazing. These won't last long in our household, so we'll be back soon for more. Farmstead is also a wine shop that carries an assortment of unique wines you're unlikely to find in big-box stores. We might get a bottle next time to pair with our Rebel! Thanks, Farmstead!

Been finding fun cheeses, cured meats, nuts, sweets here for ages - solid all around. Talk to the…read morecheese folk to get recommendations and I love that you can portion out your purchases and try a little bit of everything. New find: challerhocker!!! It's a dream. Found it from their odds and ends section, nice way to 'try before you buy'

On a lively staycation with family visiting from New York we took them to Spinning Bones, which is…read moreso close to where we live and known for amazing food. We sat outside in their parklet and had the most amazing array of food. I had the salmon salad, which was so fresh, and tasted the rainbow rice and was blown away by the corn fritters. The staff at Spinning Bones were friendly, attentive, and helpful. Highly recommend this place for any meal really!

Been here for a few Father's days cuz my husband loves this place. So far in our visits we've…read moretried: corn fritters, beet salad, St. Louis pork ribs, Trip's Triple, Tsukune Sando, Fried Chicken Sando, Pork Roti, and many of the speciality sodas like POG etc. It's been a solid 5 star place so far, we've only come for special occasions. However last Thur we came for dinner and brought some friends who were excited to try this place for the first time. Beet salad: 5/5 Ribs: 5/5, coleslaw: 1/5 why is the coleslaw not good? It's very soggy and wet and taste old, not crisp and refreshing as it should be... Pls improve the recipe for this... Our to-go order was close to $40, for some ribs and coleslaw, coleslaw did not eat Chicken Sando: 4.5/5 Pork Roti: 3/5 good flavor but pork was chewy and fatty Corn fritters: 4.5/5 Trips Triple: Tri-tip was good 5/5, but not a fan of the chicken 1/5, pork shoulder ok 2/5 would only order the tri-tip again from this combo Service was fine and ambiance cool

They have a marvelous selection of libations from budget-friendly to spendy. I'm more…read morebudget-minded, but still impressed by the selection (bougie alert: Veuve Cliquot, The Balvenie, etc.). Oh, and the sales!!! (I once scored some Patron for $19!) Unlike many "convenience/liquor" stores their prices are comparable to the supermarkets. They sell snacks/foods/random stuff too but don't expect a massive selection (it *is* a liquor store). It's not just well-stocked, clean, and efficiently run - the folks who work/own here are SO gracious which is why E-Z is my local favorite!

Best customer service ever..great . Zs my favorite liquor store. A any brand any type all kinds of…read morealcohol candy food chips t-shirts paper towels anything you might need is there a Zs, you won't be disappointed!!