The Oak Door

I had always been aware of Honeycomb but assumed it was exclusively a venue for private events…read more Then I came across a TikTok post announcing that it had opened to the public as a speakeasy, so we decided to visit on a Thursday at 5:00 p.m., right when they opened. The experience begins in a small glass-enclosed entryway where you're greeted before the hostess is notified by radio. Moments later, the glass door opens, revealing a beautifully designed speakeasy with an elegant yet inviting atmosphere. The space offers comfortably spaced bar seating, cozy booths, and tables, all surrounded by tasteful décor that perfectly captures the speakeasy era while incorporating subtle honeycomb-inspired touches. The spirit selection is impressive, and the appetizer menu is thoughtfully curated. Their specialty cocktails are creative, balanced, and beautifully presented. We sat at the bar, where our mixologist, Kalika B, was both personable and professional. I always enjoy sitting at the bar when the bartender is willing to share their craft, and Kalika did exactly that. She explained the story behind several of their custom cocktails, the history of some of their spirits, their signature custom ice program, and offered excellent appetizer recommendations. Her knowledge and enthusiasm made the experience even more enjoyable. The entire space was spotless and clearly designed with great attention to detail. It filled up quickly after opening, so I was glad we arrived when we did. Despite the growing crowd, there appeared to be plenty of staff, and the service remained attentive without ever making guests feel rushed. There is only one restroom, but during our visit it was never an issue, and there was no wait. I've been chasing speakeasies for more than 20 years, long before they became as popular as they are today. Whenever I travel, I make it a point to seek out a local speakeasy, so I've experienced quite a few over the years. Honeycomb ranks near the top of my list. It's the perfect size--not too small and not too large--with an outstanding selection of spirits, exceptional craft mocktails, knowledgeable mixologists who truly know their craft, and cocktails tailored to your palate. The atmosphere is elegant yet approachable, and the prices are surprisingly reasonable for the quality of the experience. The Honeycomb Speakeasy in Livermore is truly a destination-worthy cocktail experience. Be sure to check their Instagram for the current password, then treat yourself to one of the best speakeasy experiences in the area.

This is hands down one of my favorite speakeasies! The ambiance is cozy, intimate, and perfect for…read morea laid-back night out. The service was fantastic, and every drink we ordered was thoughtfully crafted. Pro tip: Follow their Instagram before you go! They post their updated schedule and the weekly secret password there since it changes regularly based on bookings. Here's what we tried: Cusco Comb (1000/10): Absolutely one of the best cocktails I've ever had. It was sweet, strong, and incredibly smooth without the alcohol being overpowering. I loved it so much that I immediately ordered a second one. I would honestly come back just for this drink alone. Honeycomb After Dark (9/10): Such a fun twist on an espresso martini! It reminded me of a Vietnamese coffee with a boozy kick. As the ice cream melted, the drink became even creamier and more delicious. Gin & Tonic (6/10): I'm not personally a gin and tonic fan, but my sister really enjoyed it. She thought the ratio of gin to tonic was spot on. Fries (6/10): Super crispy with a great texture, but they were a little too salty for my taste. The only downside is that there's only one bathroom, so keep that in mind if it's busy. If you're looking for a great spot to grab drinks in downtown, I highly recommend this speakeasy. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, the cocktails are outstanding, and the service is consistently excellent. I'd probably skip the food next time and eat somewhere else beforehand, then come here to enjoy the amazing drinks.

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The bar area

The Fat Pigeon

4.1(457 reviews)

Had such a great time here! The atmosphere was fun, the drinks were good, and the staff was super…read morefriendly. We had a great experience and definitely enjoyed our night out. Would definitely come back again!

It's always a fun time here the service is so friendly and inviting I love coming to see what's new.read more

Mar Drink me cocktail, a very elevated version of a dirty gin martini

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Screams at the island

The Bourbon Pear

4.1(216 reviews)

0.8 mi

Great location, parking is just a challenge. Beautiful restaurant inside and out. Inside gets very…read moreloud and has a bar section. Clean restroom. Phenomenal food start to finish. Fondue cheese appetizer, which had trouble staying lit outside on this breezy day. The chicken Marsala was fabulous. Rich and decadent sauce with mushrooms. Our waitress was excellent, so friendly and attentive. The star of the show was the bourbon pear bread pudding. I think about this item weekly it was so delicious. I can't wait to go back!

The ambiance is lovely and the service was exceptional. We…read morehad pretty much all of the appetizers and were not disappointed. The cocktails were nice and strong.

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Rodzilla burger

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Peartini

Sons of Liberty Alehouse

Sons of Liberty has become one of my go-to spots in downtown Livermore--not just for happy hour,…read morebut for brunch and dinner too. I'm usually a creature of habit and always order the ribs and Brussels sprouts, but the chicken wings and jalapeño mac & cheese are also favorites. This time I was extra hungry and got the fish and chips, and the portion was huge! I've also stopped by for brunch, and the chicken and waffles are absolutely delicious. I usually sit at one of the high-top tables to catch whatever game is on TV, but this visit I grabbed a regular table and it was surprisingly cozy. Even when it's busy, the staff are always friendly and attentive. Definitely one of my favorite places to keep coming back to.

I was excited to try this place for the first time. Welcoming tables outside and comfy seating…read moreindoors. The bar area is popular for people to grab a drink and a bite. Leather seating and small tables where you can relax and meet up with friends. Our server was friendly who checked on us periodically. Their menu has an interesting blend of choices. They even offer deviled eggs that I hear are pretty spectacular. We ordered the Thai chicken salad and fish tacos. The salad looked quite good and my friend enjoyed it very much. The tacos are on petite, single shells with a piece of fish, avocado and cabbage slaw on each. I happily ate every bite. A side salad would have enhanced this dish. I wish I had ordered an appetizer, like the deviled eggs or brussels sprouts, as it would have rounded out my lunch well and it would have been more filling. I noticed a steady flow of people coming and going. It was a relaxed atmosphere and we were not rushed out by any means. I hadn't seen my friend in person for at least a year so it was nice to sit and just chat in a calm environment. Located directly across First Street from Sauced. This place is another positive addition to downtown Livermore.

House-churned, seasonal, all organic ice cream

Seasonal Old Fashioned anyone?

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The best spirits selection around:)

L Campo

4.2(127 reviews)

0.8 mi

came here for my birthday back in April! (didn't realize I never posted the review)…read morefood was delicious & has their own twist to it. we also had patatas bravas which I loved! always a classic I get when in Spain :) food did take some time but I believe it was a Friday night! seating outdoors & indoors, looks like it fills up really quickly tho. there were nice booths inside.

Cute interior for a date! Service was attentive and kind. Came here saturday for lunch and was…read moreseated immediately However, food was not memorable and had cheap portions. Seafood Paella had a great flavor but was not crunchy and skimpy overall. For $46 dollars, Id expect there to be way more and cooked perfectly. Wine pour was even more skimpy. The fried cod was good with the aioli but nothing revolutionary

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Bread, Butter and Olive Oil

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Patatas Bravas

The Black Cat

4.7(87 reviews)

Came to The Black Cat for some pre-dinner drinks and a snack and I'm so happy we stopped in. It's a…read morerelatively small space so I think reservations might be a good idea for a busier time. We were there at 5:45pm on a Saturday and only a couple tables were taken up so we got a spot no problem. I ordered the dirty Greek martini with no vermouth, which was basically a dirty vodka martini with feta brine and olive oil. It was smooth and mellowed out with the savoriness of feta and olive oil. Savory girls, this one's for you! My friends both enjoyed their tamarind tequila cocktail and the non-alcoholic blackberry sage smash. We ordered the whipped feta which came topped with wine-soaked pluots, aleppo pepper, and fermented honey. This was absolutely to die for when scooped up with the fluffy, warm pita on the side. My friends and I have not been able to stop talking about this appetizer. It is what every bread and dip should strive to be - simple yet well-executed, with layers of contrasting flavors and textures. I can't wait to come back, our waitress was so friendly and fun, the food and drink menus have much to be explored, and the ambiance is intimate yet relaxed. What a great spot in downtown Livermore!

Might be my new fav cocktail spot in Livermore! We seated ourselves and ordered at the bar. I loved…read moremy guava mama. Also tried the flight of musubis which was v worth it and took shots in the photobooth. Next time I come I'll want to check out the patio in the back. Just one restroom.

Locally sourced ingredients

Heirloom Tomato Toast - my favorite

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Summer peaches

The Hangar

3.9(70 reviews)

4.8 mi

Full bar

Food: Creamy pasta chicken, 9/10…read more Service: 10/10, Very friendly server. Very Attentive. Ambiance: 10/10. Music is at a nice level. We did sit outside. If there's good weather, I recommend sitting outside!

Came to The Hangar for an early Mother's Day dinner with the family (we celebrate Saturday instead…read moreof Sunday) and this was hands down one of the WORST restaurant experiences we've ever had. First off, this is NOT on the staff working. We genuinely felt bad for them. Management thought it was a good idea to schedule ONE bartender and ONE server on a packed Saturday night. The entire place was chaotic, customers were visibly irritated, TVs throughout the restaurant stopped working, and the poor employees were drowning trying to keep up. The stress was palpable that made the experience stressful and not enjoyable. Absolute management failure. At one point I used their self-pour beer wall and poured myself half a Modelo only for it to come out warm I was able to find another beer that was actually cold... but still charged for the warm one. The food was somehow even worse. We ordered the barbacoa nachos, wedge salad, and a kids burger with fries. The kids burger was the only edible thing. The wedge salad was drowning in ranch like someone emptied the whole bottle on it. Tomatoes tasted old and gross. Then came the nachos... tiny portion, bland chips, barely any cheese, no mango salsa like the menu claimed, and the "barbacoa" -- if you could even call it that -- was tough, fatty, and completely inedible. $74 later for one appetizer, one salad, one kids meal, and 1 1/2 beers. We only tipped because we felt bad for the server. We will NEVER be back. Thanks for ruining our Mother's Day dinner.

Espresso martini with cream

Jambalaya and thrice cooked fries

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Espresso martini

Maple Street Eatery

4.5(165 reviews)

The food was soooo yummy!! The server was sweet. And it was easy to get in and seated…read more We got the shredded beef tacos - yum!! We also got the shrimp al allijo (spell?). It was grilled shrimp in a yummy buttery, garlic, Cajun flavored sauce. The lasagna was good. I like it with more red sauce but that's my preference. It's small so not a lot of seating but super cute. They had a World Cup game on which was pretty cool too!

Came here to have brunch with a couple of friends and we enjoyed ourselves…read more Such a cute and charming restaurant. Relaxed vibe and serves delicious comfort food! If you're ever in Livermore, CA ... i recommend this place . Food: they serve comfort food that's familiar to everyone. We ordered chicken schnitzel, mamas breakfast crispy tacos, clam chowder, waffles and bacon and sweet tots. They also serve delicious drinks. We had a flight of mimosa with three different flavors and shareable. The service was great! The food came fast. And everything was plated beautifully. I took a picture of the menu feel free to check it out.

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Blackened Atlantic Wild Salmon with Yukon Gold mashed potatoes and roasted seasonal organic vegetables

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Mama's Crispy Tacos - Chicken and Potato

The Tikeasy at Rosetta

4.4(35 reviews)

I had a mai tai the next time I came. I'm not a big drinker, but I do love the atmosphere here, so…read moredecided to try the Mai Tai since some Mai Tai blog said it was fantastic. I've never had one before, but it was really good. I like that their lime slice was really thick and I like the bundle of mint.

I'm honestly so disappointed with my experience here. I wanted to have an enjoyable evening but I…read morecouldn't get past my initial impression. Yes, I got here on a Saturday with no reservations. I definitely understood having to wait under those circumstances and I was okay with that. I was told it would be 20 minutes. What I want to focus on is that we were the next group to be seated. There was only two of us. Another group with 4 people walked in about 15 min later after us with no reservations but they were seated almost immediately. The hostess did not acknowledge us nor said anything. Awhile after that I counted 3 different groups leaving - a tota of 8 people. We waited patiently and kept waiting thinking we would be seated. 20 minutes slowly pass by, then another 5, then another 5.. I looked over and saw two tables completely empty. I was literally outside the door after about 45inutes and my phone buzzed. Come to find out that they had 3 open tables available the entire time. The decor is tiki themed along with the drinks however the music playing in the background was jazz. Not sure how that fits the theme. Also, the drinks averaged about $20 and small bites and desserts ranged from $13-$20. I'm torn about wanting to return here.

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Jesse J.

15 years ago

Went again just in case I was there on an off night...UM NO! The bartnder puts the Whore in Whorable. NEVER. AGAIN.

JF F.

8 months ago

Place is horrible. Period. Surprised they are still open. Some places age nicely, not so much at this joint.

Vonnie V.

5 years ago

It's old school but fun. Very friendly!

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