Known for its comfortable ambience, eclectic clientele and one-of-a-kind mixed drink creations, Kingman’s Lucky Lounge pioneered bringing the New York-style cocktail experience to the East Bay.

According to the ZAGAT San Francisco Nightlife guide, “Lucky be the loungers that snag a spot on one of the ‘comfortable couches’ at this ‘klassy, kool’ ‘hip urban retreat’ near Oakland’s Grand Lake Theater endowed with a happy hour that ‘rocks’; the ‘eclectic mix’ of DJs spins ‘well-chosen music’ almost every night, establishing a ‘chill yet popping vibe’ to ‘match the equally diverse crowd’.”

Oakland’s famously diverse population does mix here, hanging on the couches and listening to the nightly deejays spin jazz, house and more. Kingman’s Lucky Lounge is a fine place to be just whatever it is you are. In fact, professional athletes (including Oakland Raiders, Oakland Warriors and Magic Johnson), local TV personalities and politicos have all stopped by to absorb the vibe and enjoy the specialty drinks.