Ben 'N Nicks Bar & Grill

5612 College Ave, Oakland CA 94618 (510) 923-0327
Cuisines and Dishes at Ben 'N Nicks Bar & Grill:
  • American
Reviews for Ben 'N Nicks Bar & Grill

Ratings and Reviews for Ben 'N Nicks Bar & Grill

  • Yelp user Ryan B.

    May 16 2012

    Ryan B. via Yelp

    The beer selection is pretty good. Service isn't bad. The actual bar is kind of smaller, so it can be a little difficult to grab a drink during busy hours....read more

  • Yelp user James A.

    May 09 2012

    James A. via Yelp

    Love it! We are here every Friday. Emily is the best server! Great laid-back atmosphere with consistently great food! Not to mention--only a few blocks to...read more

  • Yelp user Maggie K.

    Mar 29 2012

    Maggie K. via Yelp

    Terrible service! Went there Sunday night (read: not busy) and it took forever to get our food and when we did it was cold. Also it was lucky I had a packet...read more

  • Feb 05 2008

    thisnametkaen via Citysearch

    Actually, they do offer wireless internet. Cheese fries, Maybe next time order something not typically found at Smokehouse and yo...read more

  • Jan 19 2008

    via Citysearch

    Ben and Nick's is in a great location, just near the Rockridge BART. They have a good variety of beers on tap and some decent hous...read more

  • May 02 2007

    sleeplessj via Citysearch

    UPDATE: the afternoon weekday barmaid (little girl with dark hair) had too much attitude for me, after I asked her to send back th...read more

From Citysearch

The Scene
During the day, sunlight from the wall of windows illuminates a slightly shabby interior. At night, dim lighting, the dark wood bar and tables, and tall walls covered in vintage beer promotions create a friendly atmosphere for friends to meet for drinks. Bartenders and staff are casual but competent.

The Draw
Stumbling distance from the Rockridge BART station, the bar is a regular rendezvous for young, single East Bay commuters looking for a place to unwind. Though mixed drinks are served, draft beer is the specialty. There's a wide range of microbrews and imported labels (Czechvar, Leffe, Spaten), with selections rotating seasonally. The stock of single-malt whiskeys and premium tequilas is also quite good; plus for the hungry, a modest menu of bar food is available.

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