Sobre Mesa

Restaurant · Downtown

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16 Strong Cocktail Bars in the East Bay

"It’s difficult to say what’s the true draw at Sobre Mesa, what with its strong cocktail list and equally-strong tapas and dessert menu courtesy of chef-owner Nelson German. But no matter: whatever lures you to this Oakland Afro-Latino cocktail lounge will be worthy of your time. If you move past the (solid) classic cocktails, try the bar’s more unique offerings like the Spice Me Down, which combines two types of rum with a spiced pear liqueur, soursop puree, and jerk bitters. For those who prefer to stay dry, there are three specialty options, as well as a low-ABV offering." - Dianne de Guzman, Ellen Fort

https://sf.eater.com/maps/best-cocktails-oakland-berkeley-east-bay
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1618 Franklin St, Oakland, CA 94612 Get directions

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