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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

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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

By |2026-02-19T12:32:30-08:00February 19th, 2026|Tags: , , , |0 Comments
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The Experience, Alameda: The Park Street Tavern Out on the Town

The Experience:

It’s Girls Night Out!

Grab your girlfriends and head down to the lounge at The Park Street Tavern for a fun night full of stories and laughter. Celebrate with your friends over delicious burgers and handcrafted cocktails in a vibrant setting. Not in the mood for a burger?

You can dive into their Greek Cobb Salad Grilled chicken, bacon, feta, tomatoes, red onion, and kalamata olives over mixed greens. And they have lots of appetizers:

  • Calamari – Crispy fried calamari with onion petals. lemon garlic aioli and cocktail sauce
  • Grilled Halloumi Cheese – Over a bed of arugula, cherry tomatoes. and pita with a lemon caper sauce Ⓥ
  • Pancetta-Wrapped Prawns GF – Served over a bed of baby arugula drizzled with a lemon beurre blanc
  • Loukaniko – Locally made Greek sausage served with tzatziki and pita bread
  • Meatballs –Meatballs in a roasted tomato sauce
  • Spanakopita Ⓥ – Spinach and feta pie in filo dough
  • And more! Plus, they have a to-die-for decadent chocolate cake.

Fans rave about their Alameda Gold Rush cocktail – Redemption High Rye Bourbon, Greek Wildflower Honey, Fresh Lemon and a Touch of Cinnamon. Have fun! They can’t wait to serve you!

Hours: Mon – Thurs 4-8:30pm. Fri – 4-9:30pm; Sun – 4-9pm.Bar opens at 4pm. Dinner at 5pm. (510) 671-2867

Where:

1901 Park St.

https://theparkstreettavern.com

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The Experience, Alameda: Dashe Cellars This Weekend

The Experience:

Bubbly for Valentine’s Day anyone?!

Nothing says Valentine’s (or Galentine’s) quite like bubbles—Dashe’s sparkling wine brings the sparkle to any celebration, but especially on Valentine’s.

Made 100% from Chenin Blanc grapes grown at the family-owned Heringer Vineyards, the wine has great mouthfeel and crisp acidity–a perfect sparkling wine to pop at your Valentine’s Celebration.

Winemaker Tasting Notes
Color | Pale gold
Aromas | Beautiful light floral aromas, minerals, and toasty yeast.
Taste | Crisp, bright flavors of stone fruit—apricot and peach—balanced with an edge of citrus acidity. The wine shows both great minerality and lush, complex flavors of toasty yeast.

Stop by their Tasting Room Friday – Sunday or Order Online: https://www.dashecellars.com/product/2024-sparkling-wine

And don’t forget to congratulate them on 30 years of winemaking.

Good wine, good company. They hope to see you this weekend!

About

Dashe Cellars is a family-owned artisan winery located in the heart of the Urban Wine Country at Alameda Point. After 15 years in Oakland’s Jack London Square district, Dashe Cellars moved to Spirits Alley on the old Naval Airbase in Alameda, CA.

They focus on crafting wines with a distinctive sense of place and look for that perfect balance of steep hillside vineyards, older vines, and vigor-reducing growing conditions.

Founded by Michael and Anne Dashe, Dashe Cellars crafted its first vintage of Dry Creek Zinfandel in 1996. Since that time, the Dashe’s have focused on producing exceptional, single-vineyard wines using a traditional, non-industrial approach to winemaking

Where:

1951 Monarch St

Alameda

https://www.dashecellars.com

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