Baggy's By the Lake
Baggy’s By the Lake stands out as a cozy, unpretentious dive bar nestled in Oakland’s vibrant scene, blending a laid-back vibe with a welcoming atmosphere. The space is alive with a mix of punk/emo tunes and a lively, character-driven crowd, making it a perfect spot for a casual drink or to unwind after an evening out. Reasonably priced drinks and a full bar, including affordable $3 cans, add to its appeal, while the friendly bartenders enhance the warm, inclusive experience.
Located near central Oakland, the bar offers easy access and a relaxed setting, whether you’re catching a game or just enjoying a quiet night. Recent changes in ownership have reportedly improved the ambiance, reinforcing its reputation as a neighborhood staple—though past incidents highlight the importance of fostering respect in shared spaces. A go-to for those seeking authenticity without frills.
Features and services of Baggy's By the Lake
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Sport
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Dancing
- Wine
Dining options
- Outside food allowed
- Seating
Amenities
- Gender-neutral toilets
- Toilet
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
Crowd
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safe space
Payments
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
Baggy's By the Lake is in position 5 out of 12 in gay bars in Oakland
Customer Reviews
Baggy's By the Lake has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on over 245 reviews on Google
In town for the Cat Power show at the Fox Theater. Came to have a drink. Warm welcome from the friendly bartender. I see the No Kings sign and the rainbow flag. It's $3 cans and a full bar. Divey but cozy. Full of characters, lively buzz but unpretentious. And they play punky/emo music from when I was in college. Great spot.
Went into this bar for a drink and all good intentions white guy started problems at the bar color and race issues rose things got heated quickly being black was a problem in this bar I don't recommend this place it has racial tension.
Found my new go to bar to watch games or just have a drink. Drinks were reasonably priced. You can bring outside food and there are plenty of options around. They have lil bags of chips for sale.
Haven’t been in for a while. Under new ownership. Amoy(?) greeted me with a charming smile and made me feel right at home. Good ambiance and access from central Oakland. I recommend them highly.
The bartender was super cool.
The best neighborhood dive bar
After 453 days they’re back open :)))) Great atmosphere, good service, owners are super friendly and prices are reasonable. A+
Information about Baggy's By the Lake
Address
Baggy's By the Lake is located at 288 E 18th St, Oakland, CA 94606, United States
Phone
The phone number of Baggy's By the Lake is +1 510-763-5721
Business Hours
Monday: 11:00–02:00
Tuesday: 11:00–02:00
Wednesday: 11:00–02:00
Thursday: 11:00–02:00
Friday: 11:00–02:00
Saturday: 11:00–02:00
Sunday: 11:00–02:00