Ben 'N Nick's Bar & Grill - Bar in Oakland - 5612 College Ave, USA

We live in the neighborhood so we have been here several times but are not regulars. Everything is OK but it’s missing something that would make us want to go there regularly like other places. We went again yesterday and sat on the parklet, which was nice because it was a hot day with particularly went for the live music, but found out later that they had canceled it. That would really have upped the allure as College Avenue is severely lacking in live music, but the waiter informed us that some people thought the music was too loud and didn’t like it. Hamburger was good. French fries are good if you liked the extra crusty kind, but our friends did not enjoy their chicken tenders. Mixed Salad is big and tastes good. Dogs are allowed on the patio but there’s not much space for them. We have large dogs so we cannot take them. Metered parking or park at the BART free after certain hours or in the neighborhood for free.

I'm not sure where to start, the double cheeseburger with a fried egg was out of this world. Chicken wings were bomb with blue cheese. And you can't forget the onion rings...we're the best I've ever had! Awesome selection of ciders and ipa husband and I, will be back!

Irish pub near BART that is a local watering hole for many including myself. Neighborhood joint that has been around for decades. Decent food and about 15 beers on tap. Good place to catch up with friends during the week.

Great neighborhood spot! They've got a nice outdoor parklet and tons of room inside - all self-seating. I just got the pretzel with beer cheese and it was so good. Service was great and they have a nice selection of beer + cider on tap. Definitely will come back to try their other offerings!

A great little place with plenty of seating, good service, excellent food and water.

Great place for a beer. The food is pretty unique too. Try the tater tot nachos. They are great! Full bar with separate dining area off to the side. They have tv screens for sports as well.

Nice atmosphere, good beer and wine selection, really nice whiskey choices. Had the Cheesesteak, top-notch stuff.

Great beer selection and delicious food. I had an IPA and a beet salad with bacon. Delectable. Especially the fried goat cheese (or was it feta) that it came with. I wish I had had room to try the burger. My friend had one and it looked good. Beware that Tuesday is trivia night. It changes the feel of a pub like this while they are posing the questions. Easy parking evenings at Rockridge BART half a block away.