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The Experience, Alameda: Dragon Rouge Bistro Seafood

The Experience:

Fresh Dungeness Crab on the water!

On these warm summer days, cool off and relax overlooking the Estuary. Time for a delicious seafood feast with bold spices and great drinks – all in a cozy setting. Dragon Rouge is a welcoming family-owned restaurant inspired by the food from the city of Phan Thiet in SE Vietnam.

Try their spicy Dungeness Crab, their Signature Fresh Spring Rolls, Lemongrass Sizzling Plate with salmon or their Pineapple Fried Rice – stir-fry with chicken, shrimp, cashew & raisins

Sharing is easy. Bring your friends and check out their mixology treats – Dragon Rouge is also known for their tasty Cocktails and Mocktails!

Their experienced chefs paired with dedicated staff assure you a wonderful dining experience indoors or outdoors. You can also just stop by for Happy Hour on the water!

Hours: Daily 11am-9:30pm.

Where:

2337 Branding Ave

Alameda

https://dragonrougebythebay.com

The Experience, Oakland: Montclair Village Festival

The Experience:

You’ve got live music, beer, wine, tasty bites, shopping & fun!

Hit the Village up this Saturday at the Montclair Beer, Wine & Music Festival. A lively summer celebration of local craft beverages, live entertainment, and community spirit, the Montclair Beer, Wine & Music Festival returns to Montclair Village on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 12pm to 6pm. This is such a fun gathering of like minds. A local wine, beer and food tasting pumped by live music; complemented by artisan wares, shops, restaurants,  and neighbors. You are assured a fantastic experience. Just talk to all the vendors and you will learn so much about the great region where we live.

WHEN: Saturday, June 20 12 – 6pm

WHERE: Antioch Ct/Mountain Blvd in the center of Montclair Village

WHAT: Craft Beer & Artisan Wines, Montclair bites, restaurants, boutique shops & more!

Food:

  • Tante’s – Potato spinach knishes, garlic fries and Evergood sausages
  • Daughter Thai – Kai Gor Rhae, Crispy Hodo Tofu w/ Tamarind Sauce, Sticky Rice + Peanut Sauce, Thai Tea, Fresh Young Coconut
  • Sliver Pizza – Sourdough pizza with fresh veggies by the slice or pie
  • Oh G Burger – Smash burgers, sandwiches, fries and shakes
  • Perle Bar – banhmi sandwiches, spring rolls, cocktails
  • El Agavero  – street tacos with all the fixings, margaritas, beer, and aguas frescas

Drinks:

Dozens of amazing local craft beverage makers will be pouring up some of the best beer, wine, ciders, and other bevvies including Alameda Brewing, Altamont Brewing, Farmstead Cheeses & Wine, Father’s Brewing, Headworks Brewing and Longman’s Gin. Full list of craft beverage makers here.

 Entertainment:

  • Park Day School Play Palooza Fun Zone
  • Live Music all day:
    • Prospect
    • Cardboard People
    • Bululu
    • DJ DJ2
    • DJ BlackWoman
    • Dani

Give Dad a day in Montclair for Father’s Day!

Entrance is free. Various drink packages are available. Check out details and Buy Tickets Here!

Where:

Montclair Village – Antioch Ct/Mountain Blvd in Oakland

https://montclairvillage.com

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The Experience, Alameda: The Park Street Tavern Summer

The Experience:

A light early supper treat + more!

Step out of the heat and into our fave Alameda tavern to delight in a light salad for a late afternoon or early supper.

It’s fresh and locally sourced. Their Greek Salad is loaded with juicy tomatoes, cucumbers, kalamata olives, red onion, baby arugula, and plenty of feta. A favorite flavor in a Greek Salad to many of us is the way the feta enhances the essence of all the greens and vegetables.

Other salads on the menu include:

  • Wedge Salad – Iceberg lettuce with bacon and bleu cheese dressing
  • Beet Salad – Ruby beets over arugula, fresh shaved fennel, strawberry, feta mousse, toasted pistachios with a strawberry vinaigrette
  • Greek Cobb Salad – Grilled chicken, bacon, feta, tomatoes, red onion, and kalamata olives over mixed greens
  • And a Classic Caesar Salad

And then if you actually want a little more, you have so much to choose from – starters, entrees, sides or dessert!

These ‘tastes’ can complement your salad:

  • CalamariCrispy fried calamari with onion petals. lemon garlic aioli and cocktail sauce
  • Grilled Halloumi CheeseOver a bed of arugula, cherry tomatoes. and pita with a lemon caper sauce
  • Pancetta-Wrapped Prawns GFServed over a bed of baby arugula drizzled with a lemon beurre blanc
  • LoukanikoLocally 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.

And have a glass of wine or a cocktail. 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

By |2026-06-11T14:03:43-07:00June 11th, 2026|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments

The Experience, Alameda: The Park Street Tavern with Friends

The Experience:

Meet for Happy Hour and Greek meze!

Invite your friends and share the flavors of their Greek Meze—featuring pancetta wrapped prawns, loukaniko, creamy tzatziki, pita bread, grilled halloumi, and dolmathes.

Greek meze is a traditional, casual dining experience featuring an array of small, savory plates designed for sharing, often paired with drinks like ouzo, tsipouro, or wine. These dishes—such as dips, cheeses, grilled meats, and vegetables—are a social, leisurely ‘taste’ meant to accompany conversation and drinks

You can stay on for more ‘tastes’ like  their Greek Cobb Salad  with grilled chicken, bacon, feta, tomatoes, red onion, and kalamata olives over mixed greens. And they have lots of appetizers:

  • CalamariCrispy fried calamari with onion petals. lemon garlic aioli and cocktail sauce
  • Grilled Halloumi CheeseOver a bed of arugula, cherry tomatoes. and pita with a lemon caper sauce
  • Pancetta-Wrapped Prawns GFServed over a bed of baby arugula drizzled with a lemon beurre blanc
  • LoukanikoLocally 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, Emeryville: Bay Street Emeryville Sunday

The Experience:

A curated dining experience for Mom!

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a selection of vibrant small plates and indulgent desserts, specially curated by Pippal Regional Indian’s chef. This special menu is crafted to make every moment at your table feel unforgettable as you embark upon a culinary journey through India!

Relax and enjoy bold flavors, warm hospitality, and savory cocktails. You might want to start with cocktails at their standing bar around the outdoor fire pit looking out to San Francisco Bay.  Every cocktail is crafted with precision, elegance, and a touch of theater — from the first shake to the final pour.

Reserve your table today. (510) 607-8178.

Where:

5614 #235 Bay St

Emeryville

http://baystreetemeryville.com

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