happy hour

The Experience:

The Lounge is calling you!

Meet your friends down at Emeryville Marina overlooking San Francisco Bay for Happy Hour and indulge in their appetizers and exotic drinks. Featured here – Crispy Prawns. A little crunch, a lot of flavor. These Crispy Prawns are a Trader Vic’s classic—lightly fried, perfectly seasoned, and made for sharing – or not! You will be transported into tiki culture by the spirited atmosphere, fusion flavors and time with friends.

Now, you have heard the stories about ‘The Trader’, aka Vic Bergeron, who started Trader Vic’s and created the first Mai Tai at Hinky Dinks. But did you know he was an artist? Get to know him on a deeper level and join his granddaughter Eve Bergeron at Vic’s Art Symposium Thursday, June 25, 5 pm.

THE ARTIST – VIC BERGERON with Eve Bergeron: Save the Date!

Eve Bergeron will share stories and images of her grandfather, Vic Bergeron, and how events in his life, travel, friendships with other artists were reflected in his own artistic expressions. On view before and after the symposium, Eve’s personal art collection of paintings, bronzes and jewelry created by her grandfather will tell you a little more about this entrepreneur and artist.

Schedule: Laynu Room

• 4pm: Art Viewing
• 5om: Symposium Presentation

So when you arrive, grab a Mai Tai, get comfortable, and enjoy the show!

About Trader Vic’s + the Mai Tai

Decades ahead of his time, Vic ‘The Trader’ Bergeron chose to offer Chinese dishes alongside the then-contemporary Continental cuisine, creating maybe the original fusion menu. Today, Trader Vic’s continues the tradition and still uses the Chinese Wood-fired Ovens featuring dishes from the Mediterranean, the Middle East, Asia, and Japan. And, as we all know, Trader Vic’s claims to be home to the original Mai Tai.

According to the Trader, Vic Bergeron, “In 1944, after success with several exotic rum drinks, I felt a new drink was needed. I was at the service bar in my Oakland restaurant. I took down a bottle of 17-year-old Jamaican J. Wray Nephew rum, added fresh lime, some Orange Curaçao from Holland, a dash of Rock Candy Syrup, and a dollop of French Orgeat, for its subtle flavor. A generous amount of shaved ice and vigorous shaking by hand produced the marriage I was after. Half the lime shell went in for color, I stuck in a branch of fresh mint, and gave two of them to Ham and Carrie Guild, friends from Tahiti, who were there that night. Carrie took one sip and said, “Mai Tai – Roa Ae” In Tahitian means “Out of this World- The Best”. Well, that was that, I named the drink ‘Mai Tai.’”

Hours: Wednesday-Sunday:

• Lunch 12pm-3pm
• Lounge 12pm-9:30pm
• Dinner 5pm-9pm

Where:

9 Anchor Dr
Emeryville

http://tradervicsemeryville

The Experience:

Happy Halloween from the Trader!

Since 1939, their Skull Mug has been serving up spirits… and not just the drinkable kind! Its spooky design and ghostly glaze variations make every sip feel like a tiki incantation. Double-walled to protect your mortal hands, it’s perfect for their flaming, potion-like cocktails.

Sip if you dare…and let the haunted flavors cast their spell. Moving on from this holiday to the next, don’t miss their upcoming events!

Trader Vic’s Holiday Bazaar and Brunch
Sunday November 2^nd, 11am to 2:30pm.

Featuring:

• Live Music by “The Alcatraz Islanders”
• Holiday Shopping Tiki Vendors and Artists
• All Your Brunch Favorites, Pupus and Mai Tais!

To Reserve your Brunch table in advance:
OpenTable link: Book A Table. Or Call: (510) 653-3400

Thanksgiving

Seating from 11am–5pm, A buffet-only feast featuring all your Thanksgiving favorites alongside Polynesian-inspired delights. A day where you can relax, sip something festive and let the tiki torches set the mood. For Reservations: Book A Table. Or Call 510-653-3400

About Trader Vic’s + the Mai Tai

Decades ahead of his time, Vic ‘The Trader’ Bergeron chose to offer Chinese dishes alongside the then-contemporary Continental cuisine, creating maybe the original fusion menu. Today, Trader Vic’s continues the tradition and still uses the Chinese Wood-fired Ovens featuring dishes from the Mediterranean, the Middle East, Asia, and Japan. And, as we all know, Trader Vic’s claims to be home to the original Mai Tai.

According to the Trader, Vic Bergeron, “In 1944, after success with several exotic rum drinks, I felt a new drink was needed. I was at the service bar in my Oakland restaurant. I took down a bottle of 17-year-old Jamaican J. Wray Nephew rum, added fresh lime, some Orange Curaçao from Holland, a dash of Rock Candy Syrup, and a dollop of French Orgeat, for its subtle flavor. A generous amount of shaved ice and vigorous shaking by hand produced the marriage I was after. Half the lime shell went in for color, I stuck in a branch of fresh mint, and gave two of them to Ham and Carrie Guild, friends from Tahiti, who were there that night. Carrie took one sip and said, “Mai Tai – Roa Ae” In Tahitian means “Out of this World- The Best”. Well, that was that, I named the drink ‘Mai Tai.’”

Hours: Wednesday-Sunday:

• Lunch 12pm-3pm
• Lounge 12pm-9:30pm
• Dinner 5pm-9pm

Where:

9 Anchor Dr
Emeryville

http://tradervicsemeryville

The Experience:

Dinner in the tropics anyone?

What to have. Lamb, but make it island style!

Smoky, juicy, tender rack of lamb fresh out of their Chinese wood ovens, topped with a tangy mango chutney that’s basically sunshine on a plate. Warning: May cause sudden cravings for tropical escapes. Reserve a table (510) 653-3400. Chef Aaron can’t wait to serve you this rack of lamb!

Upcoming event

Put this event on your calendar: Trader Vic’s Holiday Bazaar and Brunch
Sunday November 2^nd, 11am to 2:30pm.

Featuring:

• Live Music by “The Alcatraz Islanders”
• Holiday Shopping Tiki Vendors and Artists
• All Your Brunch Favorites, Pupus and Mai Tais!

To Reserve your Brunch table in advance:
OpenTable link: Book A Table. Or Call: (510) 653-3400

About Trader Vic’s + the Mai Tai

Decades ahead of his time, Vic ‘The Trader’ Bergeron chose to offer Chinese dishes alongside the then-contemporary Continental cuisine, creating maybe the original fusion menu. Today, Trader Vic’s continues the tradition and still uses the Chinese Wood-fired Ovens featuring dishes from the Mediterranean, the Middle East, Asia, and Japan. And, as we all know, Trader Vic’s claims to be home to the original Mai Tai.

According to the Trader, Vic Bergeron, “In 1944, after success with several exotic rum drinks, I felt a new drink was needed. I was at the service bar in my Oakland restaurant. I took down a bottle of 17-year-old Jamaican J. Wray Nephew rum, added fresh lime, some Orange Curaçao from Holland, a dash of Rock Candy Syrup, and a dollop of French Orgeat, for its subtle flavor. A generous amount of shaved ice and vigorous shaking by hand produced the marriage I was after. Half the lime shell went in for color, I stuck in a branch of fresh mint, and gave two of them to Ham and Carrie Guild, friends from Tahiti, who were there that night. Carrie took one sip and said, “Mai Tai – Roa Ae” In Tahitian means “Out of this World- The Best”. Well, that was that, I named the drink ‘Mai Tai.’”

Hours: Wednesday-Sunday:

• Lunch 12pm-3pm
• Lounge 12pm-9:30pm
• Dinner 5pm-9pm

Where:

9 Anchor Dr
Emeryville

http://tradervicsemeryville

The Experience:

Ever been to a rum festival?

It’s almost here – the 10th San Francisco Rum Festival & Congress descends upon Emeryville at Trader Vic’s on Sat/Sun, Sept 13/14.

It’s a a tropical weekend of rum tastings, tiki cocktails, and island vibes. Ideal for both rum connoisseurs, bartenders and casual consumers eager to taste (unlimited), explore, and learn about rum, with over 85 distinct award-winning premium rum brands (200 expressions). There are two parts to the fest

Saturday, September 13 – Rum Fest Grand Tasting 2-7pm Based on your interest in rum, they offer different ticket options. Grand Tasting ticket holders can stay at the event during DaiquiriMANIA.

Sunday, September 14 – Rum Congress – 2-7pm Sip, swirl, and celebrate all things rum!
Two days of world-class rum, tiki cocktails, & tropical chaos— and tickets are now available! Tickets

Music by: DJ Speakeasy Ray. Enjoy the afternoon light as the sun begins to dip and you slowly finish off your tiki indulgence.. 510-653-3400

About Trader Vic’s + the Mai Tai

Decades ahead of his time, Vic ‘The Trader’ Bergeron chose to offer Chinese dishes alongside the then-contemporary Continental cuisine, creating maybe the original fusion menu. Today, Trader Vic’s continues the tradition and still uses the Chinese Wood-fired Ovens featuring dishes from the Mediterranean, the Middle East, Asia, and Japan. And, as we all know, Trader Vic’s claims to be home to the original Mai Tai.

According to the Trader, Vic Bergeron, “In 1944, after success with several exotic rum drinks, I felt a new drink was needed. I was at the service bar in my Oakland restaurant. I took down a bottle of 17-year-old Jamaican J. Wray Nephew rum, added fresh lime, some Orange Curaçao from Holland, a dash of Rock Candy Syrup, and a dollop of French Orgeat, for its subtle flavor. A generous amount of shaved ice and vigorous shaking by hand produced the marriage I was after. Half the lime shell went in for color, I stuck in a branch of fresh mint, and gave two of them to Ham and Carrie Guild, friends from Tahiti, who were there that night. Carrie took one sip and said, “Mai Tai – Roa Ae” In Tahitian means “Out of this World- The Best”. Well, that was that, I named the drink ‘Mai Tai.’”

(Victor Bergeron and Carrie Guild featured below in 1970)

Hours: Wednesday-Sunday:

• Lunch 12pm-3pm
• Lounge 12pm-9:30pm
• Dinner 5pm-9pm

Where:

9 Anchor Dr
Emeryville

http://tradervicsemeryville

The Experience:

Where island tradition meets summer sophistication

Beat the heat with a tropical treat: Trader Vic’s legendary tiki spirit + Hampton Water’s effortlessly chic rosé = your ultimate summer vibe!

Or you may want to try this trio of tropical delight bringing BIG island flavor in MINI form — featuring their fan-favorite Guava Tai, Mango Tai and the legendary Maui Tai. It’s a flavor tsunami you’ll want mini more of! Perfect for sipping, sharing, and soaking in those tiki vibes — one wave at a time. Now pouring at Trader Vic’s Emeryville — sip, savor, and stay a while! Sunset views are awaiting you.

And don’t miss out on Mai Tai Day 2025 at Trader Vic’s Emeryville! Sunday, August 31, 202512:30 PM – 6:00 PM Join them for the ultimate tiki celebration where it all began—at Trader Vic’s Emeryville, home of the original Mai Tai! Get your tickets now

Enjoy the afternoon light as the sun begins to dip and you slowly finish off your tiki indulgence.. 510-653-3400

About Trader Vic’s + the Mai Tai

Decades ahead of his time, Vic ‘The Trader’ Bergeron chose to offer Chinese dishes alongside the then-contemporary Continental cuisine, creating maybe the original fusion menu. Today, Trader Vic’s continues the tradition and still uses the Chinese Wood-fired Ovens featuring dishes from the Mediterranean, the Middle East, Asia, and Japan. And, as we all know, Trader Vic’s claims to be home to the original Mai Tai.

According to the Trader, Vic Bergeron, “In 1944, after success with several exotic rum drinks, I felt a new drink was needed. I was at the service bar in my Oakland restaurant. I took down a bottle of 17-year-old Jamaican J. Wray Nephew rum, added fresh lime, some Orange Curaçao from Holland, a dash of Rock Candy Syrup, and a dollop of French Orgeat, for its subtle flavor. A generous amount of shaved ice and vigorous shaking by hand produced the marriage I was after. Half the lime shell went in for color, I stuck in a branch of fresh mint, and gave two of them to Ham and Carrie Guild, friends from Tahiti, who were there that night. Carrie took one sip and said, “Mai Tai – Roa Ae” In Tahitian means “Out of this World- The Best”. Well, that was that, I named the drink ‘Mai Tai.’”

(Victor Bergeron and Carrie Guild featured below in 1970)

Hours: Wednesday-Sunday:

• Lunch 12pm-3pm
• Lounge 12pm-9:30pm
• Dinner 5pm-9pm

Where:

9 Anchor Dr
Emeryville

http://tradervicsemeryville