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Updated September 7, 2024

Throw it back to 1910 and join the fun-loving crew at the much-loved The RIC bar as they churn out crafty cocktails in Oakland.

Oakland,
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The RIC LGBTQ+-Friendly Bar Oakland Details

The RIC is a LGBTQ+-Friendly Bar that is open to the community and welcomes all at this cozy neighborhood bar. Try your hand at board games and darts in the Rockridge Improvement Club, not to mention, colorful drag shows and karaoke nights - check their social pages for weekly agenda. The bartenders are known to be welcoming and can craft you some tasty specialty cocktails or shots if you are real thirsty. If you're after a fuss-free environment and a homey vibe, The RIC is the spot for you in Oakland.

More Oakland Gay Bars To Try Out

No Oakland adventure is complete without paying homage to White Horse Bar – this legendary spot has been serving LGBTQ+ crowds since before we were even a thought. They claim the crown as the oldest running gay bar in the US, so soak up the history along with some epic drag shows, karaoke nights, and pool games. This is one Oakland staple you don’t want to miss.

Then, there’s Summer Bar & Lounge, the fresh new face of Old Town Oakland’s gay nightlife scene. Small in size but mighty in vibes, this cozy bar is where East Bay’s LGBTQ+ crowd comes to unwind and turn up the fun. Whether it’s live music, drag queens ruling the stage, or an open mic night that’ll have you in stitches, Summer's got your back.

And if you’re craving something more upscale, Fluid510 is calling your name. This LGBTQ+ lounge and restaurant serves up killer cocktails and has a happy hour to die for. The crowd? Mostly in their 30s and up, all ready to enjoy a relaxed, upscale vibe with just the right amount of flair. Newly renovated, it’s the perfect spot to sip and bask in the ambiance of Oakland’s LGBTQ+ scene in style. For a full listing of gay bars, queer clubs, and LGBTQ+ events, check out the Oakland city page!

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5515 College Avenue
Oakland, California, 94618
United States

Local number
510 708 5181
Dialing from abroad
+1 510 708 5181


Crowd

  • 21+
  • Bisexual
  • Drag
  • Gay
  • Karaoke
  • Lesbian
  • Mixed

Music

  • Dance
  • Pop
  • Top 40

Dates & Hours

Sunday
July 26
4 pm - 2 am
 
Monday
July 27
4 pm - 2 am
 
Tuesday
July 28
4 pm - 2 am
Today
Wednesday
July 29
4 pm - 2 am
 
Thursday
July 30
4 pm - 2 am
 
Friday
July 31
4 pm - 2 am
 
Saturday
August 01
4 pm - 2 am
 

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