The Oakland
Cocktail bar · Ferndale
201 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI 48220
Highlights
Sophisticated speakeasy serving inventive beverages under ornate chandeliers.
Sophisticated speakeasy serving inventive beverages under ornate chandeliers.
"Back when speakeasy-style bars were a novelty, the Oakland Art Novelty Company was a pioneer in craft cocktails. The swanky Ferndale spot is lush and dimly lit, with overstuffed chairs and couches scattered to encourage small groups. The Oakland regularly hosts pop-up concepts, including the over-the-top Christmas-themed Miracle at the Oakland, with kitschy drinks and an explosion of winter decor." - Serena Maria Daniels
"In the heart of Ferndale, this friendly neighborhood speakeasy serves whiskey and cocktails under ornate chandeliers. Rounding out the bar’s selection of signature drinks is its invigorating N/A list, featuring Party in the Garden made with arugula, cucumber, pineapple, and soda and a spice-forward house cardamom cola." - Will Reaume
"The Miracle at The Oakland pop-up bar also makes its return." - Serena Maria Daniels
"Sandy Levine is up for outstanding restaurateur for his ownership of The Oakland in Ferndale." - Mickey Lyons
"An award-winning craft cocktail bar who has consistently set the standard for quality beverages in SE Michigan. Named the best bar in suburban Detroit by Hour Magazine for over 10 years, The Oakland is a small, dark, nostalgic drinking place for small groups to drink together."
