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

about a quarter mileWalking from BART: Go south on College Avenue. Ben and Nick’s is within the first block, on your left.

Official Rockridge Station Info

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