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The Experience, Emeryville: Rudy’s Can’t Fail Cafe Weekend

The Experience:

Put Rudy’s on your weekend menu!

Did you know Breakfast  & Lunch are served every day from 8am until 3pm!

Do you like  Green Eggs & Ham? An old Dr Seuss classic first introduced us. But here we are in Emeryville today where Rudy’s actually serves Green Eggs & Ham – honey smoked ham, green onions and pepper jack cheese –  all drenched in salsa verde.

This weekend you can dive into their  Brunch menu on Saturday and Sunday which includes:

  • Dazed and Confused – Crispy hash brown topped with 2 eggs scrambled with chorizo, topped with house-made hollandaise sauce, sliced avocado, garnished with green onion and served with toast
  • Rude n’ Reckless – A crispy hash brown base, a layer of thin sliced ham, 2 poached eggs all drenched in house-made hollandaise and served with choice of toast
  • Rudy’s Heartache – Their famous corned beef hash topped with 2 eggs any style and house-made hollandaise sauce. Garnished with green onion and served with choice of toast
  • And many more delights including the Oaksterdam Benedict – English muffin topped with sautéed spinach, mushrooms, 2 poached eggs, home-made hollandaise sauce and garnished with green onion. Of course, you can just go right for it and order those Green Eggs & Ham!

A fun food addition to your weekend awaits you. And bring your kids! Between 5 & 9pm 50% off kids meals!

And remember: When you are at Rudy’s Can’t Fail Cafe, you are Rudy.

Rudy’s Hours: Daily, 8am-3pm – Breakfast + Lunch; Wed – Sat, 5-9pm Dinner 510-594-1221.

About Rudy’s Can’t Fail Cafe

Rudy’s was born from a desire to create a restaurant where people of all walks of life can feel welcome and eat honest food in a fun atmosphere. They are committed to serving their community with an eatery that is reasonably priced, family friendly, and that cares about your well-being.

Where:

4081 Hollis St

Emeryville

https://www.iamrudy.com/

The Experience, Alameda: Faction Brewing Beer Weekend

The Experience:

586 is in the building!

Their award-winning, Pale 586, is back on draft! Hopped with HBC 586 in both cryo and pellet form for that classic West Coast snap and aromatic punch. It’s crisp, balanced, and way too easy to keep going back. Their crew says it’s Draft Only, “so come get it…or regret it.”

The weather is beautiful and the views at Faction are incredible. Finish off your SF Beer Week plans by drinking every single one of their limited collab beers out on the patio! Or just tap into their 20+ taps of craft beer. So many choices – you may have to go today and tomorrow.

The crew at Faction Brewing can’t wait to see you and tell you about all their new collaborative beers !

Faction Brewing’s Hours: Wed/Thu 2-8pm; Fri/Sat 12-8pm; Sun 12-6pm. Non-alcoholic beverages are also available for purchase. They  have a large outdoor patio and indoor seating is also available. Call to confirm hours (510) 523-2739.

Where:

2501 Monarch St in Alameda Point
Alameda

http://factionbrewing.com

The Experience, Emeryville: Townhouse Comfort

The Experience:

Hello…Food Lovers!

Want to overcome those Monday Blues? Get down to Emeryville’s iconic Townhouse for some comfort classics with an elevated style. Food is fresh and locally sourced, an ode to their cherished history – from bootlegging to speakeasy to western bar/political HQ to culinary hit to what is now Emeryville’s go-to place to meet friends for appetizers and drinks or to settle in for a quiet savory dinner on the deck or indoors. (Still, a culinary hit!) Plan on it for the next Monday or Tuesday and it will set the tone for your whole week!

“Townhouse is always fantastic,” says longtime customer Jennifer Wickliffe. “They feel like family. You walk in the door, and they greet you. You always feel welcomed and comfortable. Plus, you can’t beat the food and drinks and the people who serve them!”

Need a venue to gather and enjoy delicious flavors with your team or group? This is the place. Townhouse’s warm and welcoming ambiance sets the stage for camaraderie and conversation. Plus, a culinary experience your group and friends will not forget.

Hours

  • Monday, 4-9pm; Tues- Sat, 2-9pm.
  • Happy Hour – Tues – Fri, 2-5:30pm
  •  Reserve your seat now! 510-652-6151 They can’t wait to see you!

Where:

5862 Doyle Street

Emeryville

http://www.townhousebarandgrill.com

The Experience, Richmond: Lara’s Fine Dining Art

The Experience:

65 Masterpieces. One Waterfront Table.

Supper within an art exhibit anyone? Dine amid 65 pieces of art created by 35 ‘Arts of Pt Richmond’ artists. These vibrant pieces are on display throughout the bar and restaurant of Lara’s until June 20, 2026.

​ Lara is passionate about hosting art exhibitions and is also passionate about her cuisine and your dining experience. Art and fine dining on the water. Fans suggest you treat yourself to a dinner of succulent shrimp served with creamy mashed potatoes and char-kissed asparagus.

About Arts of Point Richmond

The Arts of Point Richmond (AOPR) is a self-governed volunteer association established in 2008 by Altha Humphrey to bring local artists and the community together in a meaningful way.

AOPR collaborates with Point Richmond businesses and organizations, hosts a variety of interest groups and sponsors an annual Holiday Faire, Art Exhibitions plus the “Taking It Outdoors” (TIO) banner projects. They are fueled by the continued energy and enthusiasm of their artist members.

Fill your table with some friends for a fun afternoon or evening and you are set. Make your reservation now. 510-234-1860

Hours:

  • Sunday- Wednesday 11am-8pm.
  • Thursday-Saturday 11am-9pm.

About  Lara & Lara’s cuisine

Lara Choe, the founder of Lara’s Fine Dining, is a self-made fine dining entrepreneur who is proud to call Richmond home. The restaurant is her 17th venture to date. And she is also the previous owner of famous The Hotel Mac Restaurant in historic downtown Point Richmond.

With 45 years of fine dining experience, Lara is pleased to welcome you to her newest restaurant in the heart of Richmond’s historic waterfront. One of her favorite things about the Richmond community is its hometown feel. So, please stop by and say hello!

About Marina Bay

Marina Bay is a seaside neighborhood located just 15 minutes from the Richmond–San Rafael Bridge and 15 minutes north of Berkeley. The area is a hidden gem for families and visitors looking for a taste of the Bay Area.

Where:

1900 Esplanade
Richmond

http://larasfinedining.com

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The Experience, Richmond: East Brother Beer Co. Turns 9

The Experience:

Raise a glass with the crew at East Brother!

Nine years in, and they’re still doing what they love most: brewing classic, balanced beer and sharing it with the people who make it all worth it.

Last year was a big one—new ventures, new faces, new places to find their beer—and they’re feeling extra grateful for every pint poured, every pack picked up, and every “hey, I love your stuff” that keeps them going. So, join them to celebrate the right way: three days, three stops, plenty of good times.

  • Fri, Feb 27 — They are kicking things off in San Francisco (Rec Room @ Metreon), 5p–close. They’ll be pouring tastes of their newest release.And don’t forget to hit the Metreon food vendors for some anniversary treats while you’re there.
  • Sat, Feb 28 — Mill Valley (Tam Tavern), 5p–close. Meet them in the outdoor beer garden for live music, classic East Brother beers, and a special anniversary taco.
  • Sun, Mar 1 — Richmond (East Brother Brewery), 12–8p The hometown finale. Live music starts at 3pm, plus local community vendors and food trucks all day. And yes—prize wheel every hour on the half hour.

Come celebrate 9 years of Beer is Labor with your friends at East Brother Beer Co! Congrats from SF on the Bay!

Where:

1001 Canal Blvd
Richmond

eastbrotherbeer.com

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