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The Experience, Emeryville: Townhouse Sunday

The Experience:

Mother’s Day Brunch on the patio?

The Townhouse kitchen crew is cooking up some of your favorites. And the patio beckons you outdoors to enjoy the beginning of long summer days.  Plus, this Sunday on the patio Bow Hammer Skins is providing the tunes  – a mixture of jazz, blues, gospel, samba and reggae. Perfect vibe for a leisurely brunch.

It may be time for their Buttermilk Fried Chicken & Waffle with Chipotle honey butter and real maple syrup.. Yum. There’s a Veggie Omelet with Crimini mushrooms, spinach, cheddar, mixed greens or home fries and grilled sourdough. And then there are ‘the Benedicts’: the Classic Benedict with Canadian Bacon or the Californian with roasted tomato, avocado, house-made  hollandaise, mixed greens or home fries. You can also have Salmon Cakes with house-made hollandaise, greens or home fries. Waffles and Pancakes plus eggs anyway you want them.

Bar Specialties include Mimosas, Alex’s Bloody Mary – made with love, the Hemingway Daiquiri, an Espresso Martini and more! They serve  great  on tap, along with other local craft beer, wines and bubbly.

 Call them now. They can’t wait to see you! (510) 652-6151. Or RSVP https://townhouseemeryville.com/#reservations_yelp

Where:

5862 Doyle Street

Emeryville

http://www.townhousebarandgrill.com

By |2025-05-08T12:12:08-07:00May 8th, 2025|Tags: , , , , , |0 Comments
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The Experience, Alameda: Faction Brewing Vibe

The Experience:

 Only on Sunday: Kool Vibes!

Trust your friends at Faction, the Vibes are Kool! Kool Vibes Sundays: beats, Jamaican eats, and a craft beer that doesn’t quit!  Be a part of it. Take a listen.

And try their new beer – Because a little Strata wasn’t gonna do… they went HELLA. This Helles-style lager is dry-hopped like it’s trying to prove a point: bright, crisp and so much more [4.7%]. Hella Strata. For when “subtle” just isn’t your thing. You can also order 4-packs, cases, and kegs for pick up

So get down to Faction and enjoy tasty bites from your fave food trucks.

Food Truck Lineup

  • Thur, May 1, 2-8pm:  Curveball Slider Truck
  • Fri, May 2 , 12-8pm: La Santa Torta
  • Sat, May 3, 12-8pm:  Calafia Taqueria
  • Sun, May 4, 12-7pm: Knee Baby’z Eatery

Get down to Faction and join the fun! Bring your friends and enjoy the great views of  San Francisco Bay.

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

By |2025-05-01T11:57:34-07:00May 1st, 2025|Tags: , , , , , |0 Comments
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The Experience, Emeryville: Rudy’s Can’t Fail Cafe Music on the Patio

The Experience:

Fill your weekend with free Live Music!

Stop by for a retro diner experience as you take in the music vibe! My Blue Soul is kicking off their residency at Rudy’s this Friday from 6-8 pm! Then on Saturday, April 27, The Mercy Kit will be ripping up the patio from 6-8pm. Plan on arriving early for Happy Hour. Happy Hour is from 5pm to close.

Here’s the lineup for Happy Hour specials:

Happy Hour Drinks

  • Lagunitas IPA
  • Guinness Stout
  • House Red or White Wine
  • Premium Red Wine
  • Premium White Wine
  • Sparkling Wine
  • Bloody Rudy

Happy Hour Menu

  • Street Tacos
  • Chips & Pico de Gallo
  • Ribeye Steak Quesadilla
  • Ribeye Steak Tacos
  • Cheese Quesadilla
  • Grilled Chicken Quesadilla
  • What are you waiting for? They can’t wait to see you.

A fun food addition to your weekend awaits you. 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/

By |2025-04-23T16:22:50-07:00April 23rd, 2025|Tags: , , , , , , , |0 Comments
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The Experience, Alameda: Faction Brewing for the Dogs

The Experience:

It’s a ‘save the dogs’ weekend!

First off, on Saturday, April 12, from 12-6pm, enjoy Alameda Punks Parade Vol 7. It’s a Craft Faire and Rocket Dog Rescue Fundraiser:

  • 60 Unique Vendors
  • Draft beer
  • Food trucks &
  • On-site pet adoptions

Live Music from:

  • Hot Laundry
  • Normal Weirds
  • Hyperdrive Kittens
  • A Million Miles Away
  • Screaming Creatures
  • Acoustricurt

Food Trucks:

  • Aburaya
  • Gabba Gabba Pizza
  • Lion Dance Cafe
  • All Ages. $5

And then on Sunday, April 13, there’s a Singles Mingle from 3-7pm with Oakland Animal Services PUP-UP from 3-5pm!

Join them for great music, delicious food, and a wide selection of tasty beers!

Their party will be centered amongst the green table-tops but you will have access to the entire outdoor area. Feel free to bring friends and simply show up – no tickets or RSVP needed. Singles Mingle is on a mission to get singles off of dating apps and out meeting one another in person. They promise a fun and relaxed environment, making it easier for you to connect with other like-minded singles. And guess what? Face-to Face conversations work! Don’t forget to get your wristband upon entry!

Meet some of the dogs up for adoption at OAS. As of  Thursday, April 10, they have 73 big dogs in the shelter which puts them at capacity. If you can’t adopt right now, ask the crew how you can volunteer for the shelter. The dogs will love you!

Check out Dogs of Faction Brewing on Instagram!

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.

Featured here is Fairy at OAS. Fairy will be an incredibly loyal companion and a great addition to a loving family. Meet her and see the magic of Fairy for yourself! Follow her @adoptfairy_ on Instagram, and click here to learn how to adopt.

Where:

2501 Monarch St in Alameda Point
Alameda

http://factionbrewing.com

By |2025-04-10T14:01:48-07:00April 10th, 2025|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments
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The Experience, Alameda: Faction Brewing News

The Experience:

New brew just for Alameda!

If you’re out there enjoying Alameda’s finest during Alameda Restaurant Week, don’t forget to raise a glass to the ultimate hometown hero: A-Town Pale.

This American-style Pale Ale brings Cascade, Simcoe, and Centennial hops together for a crisp, hoppy tribute to their favorite island [5.7%]. And here’s the kicker – it’s only available in Alameda.

As they say at Faction: Drink local. Stay loyal. Get yourself an A-Town.

Get down to Faction and join the fun! Bring your friends and enjoy the great views of  San Francisco Bay.

Food Trucks:

Thu Mar 20 -2-8pm: Locos Only

Fri Mar 21 – 12-8pm: New Baby’z Eatery

Sat Mar 22 -12-8pm: Momolicious

Sun Mar 23 – 12-7pm: Nalo’s Jamerican Soul

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

By |2025-03-20T14:27:21-07:00March 20th, 2025|Tags: , , , , , |0 Comments
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