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    The UC Theatre

    3.4 (154 reviews)
    ModerateMusic Venues, Bars
    Closed 6:00 pm - 11:30 PM

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    THE UC THEATRE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Casual
    Loud
    Good for dancing

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    Kay O.

    This was my first time ever attending this theater, and I love the old-fashioned theatrics behind everything! It seemed rather comical to me that we were watching Wu-Tang crew in such an iconic classic turn of the century theater, but the set up was great!! Great sound system, beautiful Structure, and agree wall of famous people that have performed here! I didn't eat any food, but there were tables that people were sitting at and standing towards the back. We were on the lower floor without any tables around. They had open bars on the side, not open, but available to the customers. And drinks were well poured. The only odd thing I would say was the bathrooms were rather thrashed. It reminded me of an outdated bathroom I saw in a hole in the wall restaurant that had delicious food while in Taiwan. At least they had plumbing, but they were literally holes in the ground, holes in the wall and then random Boards, put up to cover up the holes within the woman's bathroom. About a block away there is a parking garage, other than that their street parking. We were lucky and found some street parking about two blocks away, so it wasn't too hard to walk. I wouldn't mind going back to seeing another show here again.

    Toad the Wet Sprocket.
    John S.

    The UC Theatre totally surprised me, in both good and bad ways. I saw Sixpence None the Richer and Toad the Wet Sprocket here earlier this summer. I had meant to see at least two other shows here in years past, and I actually had tickets to a Steel Pulse concert that I didn't end up using because of--you know, life. Anyway. I expected an old-fashioned movie palace that had been hollowed out of most of its original playhouse velvet seats, with some once-new-but-now-old cushier seats still remaining. I also expected the back of the stage to be toward the street, for some reason. I have no idea why, but I was sure that it would be just so, and it turns out that the stage is to the right as you enter the building from University Avenue. It was an old-fashioned movie palace, but it was so old that it didn't really have the kind of tiered seating that I thought it would. When you enter, you're in the upper area. For this show, they had some seats set up up there, along with some open space. There were no seats in the lower area, where I stood. But there is this huge wall that was helpfully mostly empty when I arrived, so I staked out a place against it. I would be wildly annoyed by the horrid shenanigans of a few concertgoers in front of me, but that's not the venue's fault, so I'll drop it. The wall is at the back of the lower area, but it's still really close to the stage, making it the ideal place to be, as long as you don't mind standing the entire show. But it also just feels weird. Like why is the wall so tall, and what's with having only two levels, and why are they so far apart from each other? There's at least one bar on the upper level, and the one on the lower level is to the right as you're facing the stage. I wasn't standing too far from this bar, so I could see just how ruthlessly efficient these bartenders were, especially during the show itself. I got a drink between acts, and they sell food as well (pizza?), but I didn't try any. Since I worked only a few blocks from this venue for more than a decade, I'm glad I finally got to see a show here, but it was a little bit less exciting and definitely much less historic-feeling than I thought it would be. There are plenty of overpriced parking structures nearby, but if you're coming here at night or on the weekend, you can usually find parking in the neighborhood pretty easily, if you're willing to walk three or four blocks. Or, better yet, take BART. The Downtown Berkeley Station is very close. The sound is decent, at least from the lower level. I'm sure standing right against that wall made it even better. I wasn't upstairs for either act, so I don't know what it's like up there.

    My view, the whole show... everyone behind me chattering the entire time.
    George C.

    Horrible venue, horrible environment... The place is gross and overcrowded. I couldn't hear or see the musicians. I reached out to the venue and they don't seem to care. The show was just totally awful. Everyone seemed overserved and none of the staff seemed to care. Avoid this place if you are interested in performing arts.

    Bonny Light Horseman at the UC Theater
    Matt W.

    My first visit to The UC Theatre since I saw The Rocky Horror Picture Show years ago. What a magnificent space! I think the UC rivals the Fox Theater and The Paramount as an East Bay location to see music. Just a classically beautiful interior. An amazing show by Bonny Light Horseman - an American folk band who I first saw at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass a few years ago. If you have a chance go see this band. They rock! About the UC, everyone from security to the nice lady in the ticket both to the ushers to the awesome lady serving drinks to the audience were kind and obviously loved their jobs. The UC Theatre is a non-profit organization. Their Concert Career Pathways education program teaches young people the technical, creative and business aspects of concert and event promotion. Through hands-on workshops and paid internships they train the next generation of music industry professionals. A worthwhile cause. Matt says if you love music, go check out the UC Theatre. You will love the experience.

    Entrance to the Taube Family Music Hall.
    Randy F.

    Went to see Oteil and Friends at the venue. The mosh pit was packed and we were constantly reminded to keep the back pathway clear. So if you end up in the pit, make sure to stand within the blue taped floor border or you will be asked to move along. There seem to be mixed reviews about the sound quality, but I found it pretty good! Been here once before for traditional Latino music and the sound was good, too Perhaps the quality depends on the type of music being played. Just taking a glance, the poor reviews seem to be directed towards heavy metal type music. I don't know. Guess your milage may vary. BTW. Love the high ceilings. Gave the place a sense of spaciousness even though it was totally packed.

    VALLEY
    Alisa B.

    I came here to see Valley in concert. A cute small venue! Very minimal amount of seating, so expect to be standing for the entire concert. There's a little bar that conveniently placed near the stage, and they provide complimentary water. The sound quality was great and the stage is quite elevated. Lighting and visuals were fun, but VERY BRIGHT lights would shine into the crowd often.

    a crowd of people watching a concert
    Leah E.

    First time at the UC Theatre... employees were friendly and the venue was cool. However, I felt like the venue was oversold. It creates a lot of confusion when there are reserved tables + general admission. I understand everyone is trying to cash in these days but it created a traffic jam at this concert. Be ready for the hot dog vendors that pull up outside the venue after the show.

    The Green (concert)
    Annabelle R.

    Attended a reggae concert here this past Friday (J Boog, The Green, Mike Love) and had an interesting experience. I mainly came for The Green, but all of the bands and musicians put on an extraordinary performance. Sound and lighting were quite impressive, allowing audience members a pleasurable music-filled evening. The music hall had beautiful chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, which worked nicely with the lighting during the show. Even the lobby had great appeal, decorated with artwork, photos, and posters of past events held at the UC Theatre. The standing room for general admission was a bit awkward and confusing in the venue (with reserved seating also an option for a higher ticket price). Luckily, we didn't have a problem finding space for enjoying a good view of the show. There were three bars inside the theater, but the drinks they served were gross. We got standard cocktails, and they were pretty much undrinkable (we took a few sips and tossed them). The venue was remarkable in many ways... too bad their drinks suck big time! At least that was our experience this past weekend. If you manage to find good drinks here, then consider yourself lucky.

    Jo W.

    Love it when metal bands and artists choose The UC Theatre as their venue! Close to downtown Berkeley Bart, beautiful venue, small and intimate with beautiful architecture and acoustics, this is a perfect concert hall to come to! I've been here twice in 2023 to see Tarja Turunen's first USA tour (Berkeley was her last stop, what an honor to have her visit here!) and Dragonforce with Amaranthe, NanowaR of Steel, and Edge of Paradise opening. Both times I've come early enough to stand close to the front, and had an absolute blast rocking out and singing along and taking in the performers' presence! What makes me love small concert halls like UC Theatre is that you get the best of both worlds of small and big venues. You get the intimacy of a small venue, with the great acoustics and performances on par with bigger venues. The UC Theatre is a winner, and I hope to come back for many more concerts.

    Ian S.

    As EVERYONE says...great for a small show. But they shoehorned Rise Against in last night (to a sold out show of course) so if you want to watch your band without standing or being in the pit...not a great venue. We literally stood in the back by the bar with tiny glimpses of the band from time to time. Almost walked out. I won't go back for anyone well known. Pluses include good sound, ample bars and staff, clean bathrooms etc. But if you want to occasionally sit and be able to enjoy the show at the same time...this ain't it.

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    Joe B.

    Awesome venue! Such a cool place. The times I've gone they just had general admission so you could go wherever you want to see the show. There are three levels depending how close you want to get to the stage. They have a bar at the 2nd and 3rd level. The people who work there are what you'd expect at a concert hall. Be ware of parking! The parking garage across the street implies you can park til 2am but it's a trick, they lock the gate at 10pm and you get a parking ticket. Bad parking, great venue, no food.

    Alicia F.

    Small venue with big artists! Finally got around to a show at the UC Theatre earlier this year and it was such a vibe. The show itself was incredible (I love STRFKR). The in and out of the theater was smooth. Security is standard, they do a lil padding down, check your bags, you know the drill. A quick stroll from downtown Berk bart station, plenty of street parking and there are multiple inexpensive parking garages in walking distance as well. Bathrooms are clean. Coat check is cash only. Plethora of bars on each level, keeping the lines short. Drink prices are typical: $13 dollar cocktails, $9 small brewskies. $8 white claws, if you want to keep it classy. The venue is refurbished theater, so I will say the acoustics aren't the greatest. The stage sits very low to the floor so it's not as visible as bigger venues but it's much more intimate. This space is a bit larger but feels are comparable to The Independent in city or Ace of Spades in Sac. I do not recommend if you don't like tight shows - this is probably one of the most packed pits I've been in. Very crowded and there was basically no moving once you picked a spot. I didn't explore the other levels but I heard there is seating. Best part about The UC Theatre is the minimal ticket fees!!!!!!! By the time I'm through purchasing a ticket through Ticketmaster, it feels like I've double the price with those damn fees. I think I paid maybe $12 in fees, which is very acceptable.

    Shanna K.

    I've been here twice over the years.. first time to see Todrick Hall in 2019 and again to see Jesse and Joy in 2023. It's a great, intimately sized venue. Good sound quality, good lighting and they often have incredibly talented artists that you may not always be familiar with but that you really should get to know. To see artists of such high caliber in a small setting is an absolute treat. Most shows seem to be either all or mostly general admission standing room only on all three levels. Occasionally there are a several VIP/Reserved tables and/or lounge seating areas on the sides. As shows go, tickets are fairly reasonable though I do think the service fees can be high. (Aren't they always.) The staff is friendly and helpful. There's a bar at the top area furthest from the stage with a large selection and a small bar on the bottom area closest to the stage with a handful of options. The draft beer I had was $12 and I don't think they do Apple Pay but credit cards are fine. They had fans going to circulate the air when I was there last time but it can still get pretty hot inside so be sure to drink some water. I also noticed a Coat Check for a few dollars and the restrooms are large and clean. We easily found street parking with just a short walk of a block or two and there's plenty of restaurants nearby for a bite before a show. We will definitely be back.

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    Ask the Community - The UC Theatre

    Can we bring a 12 year old child to see Cavetown?

    Most shows are all ages.

    Is there any parking specifically for people attending shows or do have to find something in the neighborhood?

    The Golden Bear Surface lot is the best parking lot nearby. The theatre has an arrangement to have them stay open till the show is over. The lot is also a block or two away from the venue. The address to the building the lot is attached to is 1995… Read more

    If it's an all ages show, are children under 18 free? If not, what is the cost?

    I am pretty sure the cost changes based on the show. The fees for concerts are determined by the amount of money the artist wants to make.

    Can the owner please contact me? Would love to speak with you directly about our experience last night.

    Have you reached out to the venue by phone? 510-356-4000

    Is the UC theater GA standing only?

    Hi Stefanie, It depends on the show! Most shows are "standing with limited seating," meaning most… Read more

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    Tipsea - Floral Reef $16 - Ginger guava tequila , Lightkeepers Daughter $15- pineapple coconut rum, The Green Flash $14- Basil Fuji apple Vodka

    Tipsea

    4.4(179 reviews)
    0.4 miDowntown Berkeley
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    My friend and I came here for some late night eats because they closed at 2am…read more We had a drink each. I didn't really know what I wanted to drink so I asked the service whatever is pink and pretty. she brought out a pretty pink tequila drink for it which I enjoyed a lot! I had the B.L.A.T burger and it was good. I like how the fries were small and crunchy. They didn't have honey mustard or ranch though so that was a little disappointing. The venue was pretty. It's not that big but they make do of the space and it's very cute in there.

    Shattuck is full of fun bars to slip into, Tipsea being one of them. I've been here twice, and this…read morewas the first time trying snacks while here besides cocktails. Looking for an in-between spot (a sip and bite before dinner), we cozied up to the bar here for a quick cocktail and bar food snack. We ordered onion rings that came with the choice of a variety of sauces including Tikka Sauce, Siracha Mango, Sweet Chili, Korean BBQ, Hot Honey, and more. Both the cocktails and snacks came timely, and we enjoyed conversation and community chatting with other locals/tourists visiting Berkeley for a short time. The vibes are right in Tipsea and I dig the nautical ambiance/theme/play on words. Worthy of a stop through; street parking on Shattuck/paid garages nearby, but ride-share sometimes easiest for these locations. NA options available and full menu including burgers, a fried chicken sando, seafood options, other bar snacks including Navi's and loaded tots, and dessert.

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    4.6(48 reviews)
    1.3 miElmwood

    Book Society is such a great little spot in Berkeley. I've been a few times now, and it's easily…read moreone of my favorite places when I want to browse books and relax for a bit. The owners are super nice and genuinely helpful, and the whole place feels welcoming the second you walk in. The book selection is also really solid. I always end up finding something (often have to reign myself in), especially in the thriller section, but they also have classics mixed in, too, which I love. One of my favorite parts is that you can actually sit and read while having a glass of wine. The wine selection is really fun, and they have some unique varietals that you don't see everywhere, which makes it even better. I also love that they do book and wine pairings each month. It's such a cool idea and makes it feel like there's always something new to check out. You can also join their book club, which includes a new book and a paired bottle of wine. Also, you need one of their bags. Trust me. If you love books and want a cozy little place to hang out, I definitely recommend stopping in.

    Came here on my own after being in the area for something else…read more Good: - There is a large selection of books - it's beautiful inside too! - The staff are super friendly and attentive. - A good place to rest after a lot of walking all day - I liked the non alcoholic sparkling water and having a drink while reading books Bad: - The place is a bit smaller than expected and can get a bit noisy when too many parties are inside Overall this was a super unique concept! I liked how it was a safe haven but differentiated from a library and more upscale

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    Acme Bar & Company - Michters toasted barrel

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    4.0(377 reviews)
    1.2 miWest Berkeley
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    I'm not sure whether it was the bartender who assisted me that evening, but unfortunately the…read morecustomer service I experienced was very disappointing. I tried to start a friendly conversation and ask a few questions about the drinks, however the responses I received were very brief and limited to only the drink names, which made the interaction feel unwelcoming. I also noticed that we were the only Latino guests there at the time, and throughout our visit we felt largely ignored. As a result, the overall atmosphere did not feel comfortable or inclusive to us. Based on this experience, I did not feel welcomed at this bar in Berkeley and would not recommend it. Even though we live only a few minutes away, it didn't feel like a place worth returning to or spending our time and money at.

    Local iconic cocktail bar with a standout whiskey and mezcal collection. Always enjoy the warm…read moreambience and impeccable service available here. We hosted my wife's 40th Birthday party at Acme for 40+ guests and worked directly with Jennifer (owner) to plan the whole thing. Jennifer did an absolutely knockout job ensuring the party had the best variety of tasty finger foods (including platters of fresh oysters from Monterey Fish Market with champagne to start), a hosted bar with specialty cocktails (Terence's drinks are always ), and incredible staff to keep my wife - and all our guests - incredibly happy. We were able to reserve a cute patio area with private bar and a private large room for our guests. I cannot wait for the next opportunity to host an event here again!

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    Acme Bar & Company - Cheers with a little "cheeky" - from L to R: Terrence, Marina, Christa, Josh, Anais, Dre, Shadow, and a chick and dude I don't know (yet)

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    Jupiter - Try 2 pizza: 1/2 Eutropia, 1/2 Triton

    Jupiter

    3.9(3.8k reviews)
    0.2 miDowntown Berkeley
    $$

    We haven't been here in sometime. We decided to give it a try and I'm glad we did. There's a…read morelarge selection of pizzas and sandwiches. Also, there's a ton of beers to choose from as well. We split a pizza and a salad and it was a lot of food. Sitting on the back patio is the best. Even better if you can sit close to the fountain on the shade side! Very chill, very lovely area to chat and eat. Our server was great. he was very friendly and open to any questions we had. Totally BARTable as well. If you plan to BART in, the closest stop is Downtown Berkeley. There's also plenty of garage parking nearby.

    Wow - excellent bar service this afternoon. Came in to order a pizza to go and had a 20 min wait so…read moreshe asked if I wanted a drink. Couldn't decide what I wanted since I had to work but didn't expect to see a full bar here so couldn't resist. She gave me recommendations along the way while handing me samples. I've never had service like this from any bar. Also double checked my pizza to make sure everything was right before handing it to me. Most people couldn't care less. The pizza was also remarkably delicious and reminded me of my experience 20 years ago at a Point Reyes pizza joint where they also used a brick hearth. It's so difficult to find this flavor and has always been just a minute walk from the office. I'm so glad I walked in today and found this place.

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    Roses On Adeline

    Roses On Adeline

    4.5(117 reviews)
    1.5 miSouth Berkeley

    What a great find! I had a terrific lunch over at Roses on Adeline…read more Arrived right when they opened at 4pm and sat right down at the bar. I met the lovely Aurora who took great care of me from start to finish. This spot had a great happy hour and i definitely took advantage of the HH drinks. I had two for 10 bucks a piece, such a great little deal. Initially I wanted a burger, but if there is raw fish on the menu, all other thoughts leave my brain. So, of course, I had to grab the ahi tuna bowl. and my oh my, that was delicious!!!!! So many places with tuna, don't serve it with Won Ton chips, but Roses on Adeline got the memo! I love a won ton chip and these were giant and perfect with my fish. The fish came in a lovely sauce. So perfect! Such a great spot! I had a great time chatting it up with Aurora and eating yummy food. I love finding places that are somewhat nearby because it gives me a great excuse to come again.

    The one thing I'm always looking for when I go out with my fiancé is good food, good drinks, and a…read morecozy vibe with great ambiance. And what a nice surprise it was to have Roses on Adeline hitting the mark on all 3. We've been to Roses on Adeline twice now, once as a walk in and the second time with reservations. Both times we went for happy hour. Their drinks are creative and yummy. The smash burger here is absolutely delicious. The fries w/ sriracha aioli is also the perfect light bite. But beyond the good food & drinks, the ambiance here is really what brings us back. I love the vibe this place has and am so excited to have this as our new local staple for a date night. But be warned this place fills up quickly - I would recommend making reservations if you can!

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    Beta Lounge - Wine Tasting Flight $20
We have a very robust wine program, new wines are introduced every week! Come alone or with friends, colleagues!

    Beta Lounge

    4.0(389 reviews)
    0.4 miDowntown Berkeley
    $$
    16 years in business
    Locally owned & operated

    I had no idea Beta Lounge existed off of Durant Ave. and what a cool space and place off-the-beaten…read morepath! We heard this building has been many different iterations over the years, but happy to have found this spot in Berkeley for a fun happy hour with friends. We enjoyed the wine flight (choice of 4 wines), each with a nice pour, and shared the spinach dip with chips. We also enjoyed an espresso martini to cap off the evening. The staff were super friendly, and the lounge was filled with what seemed like regulars. The lounge couches were super comfy and it was an overall very relaxing yet intimate experience. I would definitely come back again with a group, or even stop by for a date night. Parking is a bit tough in this area, but there is street parking (if lucky enough to find it) and garages nearby.

    Yelp lead me here as I was looking for a happy hour spot to go to…read more This is a nice bar/lounge area that has a good happy hour menu . Most items on the happy hour menu are $9 each Inside is nicely decorated with indoor/outdoor seating available and pet friendly Bartender and server were friendly, atmosphere is chill, zero drama Parking is street parking only

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    Beta Lounge - Carribean kabobs tapas

    Carribean kabobs tapas

    Beta Lounge - Let's Happy Hour
Great drink specials and delicious food

    Let's Happy Hour Great drink specials and delicious food

    Beta Lounge - SPOILED DAD or 'baba ganoush' platter..... Smokey eggplant spread with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, olives and warm naan... Freshly made..

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    SPOILED DAD or 'baba ganoush' platter..... Smokey eggplant spread with fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, olives and warm naan... Freshly made..

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