The best bars & nightlife in East Bay North

10 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

Browse another shelf: all of East Bay North’s best · Restaurants · Shopping · Bakeries & Sweets · Entertainment · Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage · Beauty · Arts & Culture · Parks & Outdoors · Hobbies, Books, & Crafts · Home & Garden · Cafes · Health & Wellness · Sporting Goods

Pinned in East Bay North today

This spot is open today.

Two pinned places a day in East Bay North — $10 here, $25 adds the newsletter. List your business →

Paid placements are always marked.

Nightlife · 10 places · showing the latest additions first

This modern taproom & bottle shop features brews on tap plus some basic eats in a bright setting.

2151 Salvio St Ste J (Concord)

This modern taproom & bottle shop features brews on tap plus some basic eats in a bright setting.

Website ↗

Laid-back place, featuring American staples plus some vegan and gluten-free options and a kids' menu.

2059 Contra Costa Blvd (Pleasant Hill)

Laid-back place, featuring American staples plus some vegan and gluten-free options and a kids' menu.

Website ↗

Cozy wine bar offering a selection of wines and beers, plus snacks, and patio seating.

2045 Diamond Blvd #12 (Concord)

Cozy wine bar offering a selection of wines and beers, plus snacks, and patio seating.

Website ↗

Casual venue for beers and cocktails served in a laid-back setting, plus karaoke nights.

1796 Willow Pass Rd Rear (Concord)

Casual venue for beers and cocktails served in a laid-back setting, plus karaoke nights.

Website ↗
Run a East Bay North business? Two pinned spots a day — $10 here, $25 adds the newsletter. Advertise →

Adega Azul

Nightlife

Whether your week needs a mini getaway, Adega Azul brings Brazilian-inspired tropical vibes to Westbrae with a curated wine list, small…

1287 Gilman St (Berkeley)

Whether your week needs a mini getaway, Adega Azul brings Brazilian-inspired tropical vibes to Westbrae with a curated wine list, small plates like charcuterie and empanada de frango, and friendly guidance to find your pour. Perfect for neighborly catchups or a breezy date night.

From the East Bay North newsletter, August 3, 2026

Website ↗

Elevation 66 Brewing Company keeps it neighborly with hand-crafted beers and an artisanal, seasonal menu sourced from local farms and…

10082 San Pablo Ave (El Cerrito)

Elevation 66 Brewing Company keeps it neighborly with hand-crafted beers and an artisanal, seasonal menu sourced from local farms and bakeries. This week, claim a seat at the El Cerrito hangout for flavor, local art on the walls, and gatherings that somehow turn into memorable nights.

From the East Bay North newsletter, August 7, 2026

Website ↗

Neighborhood spot featuring cocktails, beer, and a patio, plus live entertainment.

12517 San Pablo Ave (Richmond)

Neighborhood spot featuring cocktails, beer, and a patio, plus live entertainment.

Website ↗

Local taproom pouring house-made beers in welcoming digs with a barn-wood bar & outdoor beer garden.

845 Marina Bay Pkwy #1 (Richmond)

Local taproom pouring house-made beers in welcoming digs with a barn-wood bar & outdoor beer garden.

Website ↗

Banter Wine

Nightlife

Laid-back eatery for wine, beer and local and unique food offerings, plus friendly service.

10368 San Pablo Ave (El Cerrito)

Laid-back eatery for wine, beer and local and unique food offerings, plus friendly service.

Website ↗

Students & professors alike head to this alehouse for its beers brewed on-site & bar food.

1920 Shattuck Ave. (Berkeley)

Students & professors alike head to this alehouse for its beers brewed on-site & bar food.

Website ↗

Listed here?

You’ve earned the mark — get the BaseLocal’s Best badge for your site →. Want in? List your business →