Ben and Nick’s (Rockridge)
A cheerful little bar and grill, with a small but great craft brew list, wine and soju cocktails, plus burgers and assorted pub food.
They are owned by the owners of Cato’s, but do not seem to have a website. Their pleasant bartender told me, “I don’t think we do. If you don’t find one, then we don’t.” So call them for beers on tap.
Extras: Ben and Nick’s is within one measly block from the station! Only Jupiter (in Berkeley) is closer to a BART exit. It’s easy to stroll north about four blocks to Barclay’s for many more excellent taps and a different dinner menu, making Rockridge an excellent craft beer barhopping stop.
5612 College Avenue, Oakland • (510) 923-0327
Map to Ben and Nick’s
Walking from BART: Go south on College Avenue. Ben and Nick’s is within the first block, on your left.
Official Rockridge Station Info
