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Montclair Golf Enterprises in Oakland blends a no-frills bar with serious golf facilities, including a two-deck driving range, a 9-hole par-3 course, and a small shop with gear. On-site teaching and a golf simulator add practice options, with equipment purchasable or rentable and pub-style dinners that accompany the full bar. The venue is praised for its welcoming, laid-back atmosphere and family-friendly fun.

Wine On Piedmont is a welcoming Oakland wine bar and shop featuring a curated selection of wines and spirits. Customers praise a compact, easy-to-navigate space where knowledgeable staff, led by Brian, guide conversations about wines at great price points. The shop also hosts Friday wine samplers and has a cozy bar area, making it a go-to spot to explore and enjoy.

The Barbary in Oakland is a versatile night club, bar and event venue known for tasty cocktails, a cool ambiance, and friendly bartenders. The back lounge hosts private parties with cozy seating and ambient lighting, while the front patio offers outdoor heating and comfortable seating. Guests praise attentive staff, welcoming security, and memorable experiences, with live music, a DJ or belly dancers on select nights.

Night Heron is a bar on Telegraph Ave in Oakland, across from the Fox Theater. Reviews highlight fantastic cocktails, friendly bartenders, cozy lighting, and ample seating. It’s a good spot before or after a show, with occasional DJ nights and a welcoming vibe. Food from a Japanese restaurant next door can be delivered to the bar, and nearby street parking and garages are available.

Bay Grape is a welcoming wine bar and shop in Oakland (376 Grand Ave) known for a broad selection of wines and craft beers. Reviews highlight friendly, knowledgeable staff and a popular wine club that offers a free monthly wine flight. The atmosphere is described as relaxed and non-stuffy, with fair corkage for wine and beer, though one patron noted uneven service on a visit.

CoCo Noir Wine Shop & Bar sits at 360 13th St in downtown Oakland, blending a wine bar, shop, and casual dining. Reviews praise knowledgeable, friendly staff, thoughtful wine flights with perfect pairings, and snacks like a hummus plate. The space is a welcoming community hub with live music and events, where guests can bring their own bottle to chill, reflecting the owner's vision of a special Oakland respite.