The Oakland

We love the Oakland because of their unique selection of cocktails and their Christmas decor during the month of December. The place is so cozy and service is great. They will try their best to get you a seat!

Love The Oakland - just a great, dark cozy cocktail lounge with good music. I had the Green Badu this time, and it was just perfect. They also have a nice list of n/a drinks - the B Nektar SOber cider was so delicious and sugar free! Rare in a mocktail. Service is excellent, and it's a great stop before or after dinner, or as a break while holiday shopping.

Sexy speakeasy in ferndale. I went with a friend and I feel like this place is more suited for couples since it has a romantic vibe to it.

Fun bar for a cocktail! I enjoyed my drink (Green Badu) but my hubby didn't care for his (Nick at Night). Street parking is easy if you have the app to pay and find a spot. The service was great, too bad we don't live closer (well, maybe that's a good thing ;P $$$$).

Amazing bar!!!! I'm getting into the bar scene, and The Oakland DID NOT DISAPPOINT!!!! Ambiance: Top Tier! I love the decor. I love the music. Not too big, not too big. Don't expect to host a huge get together here though. Great for small groups and intimate settings. Customer Service: Bartenders are top tier. I love that the menu lists the bartenders names at the bottom so you won't forget who is facilitating your nights experience. Menu/Drinks: Delicious and Dangerous. I love the play on the names of the drinks. They do not disappoint. Absolutely delicious. Definitely different but expertly crafted. Can't wait to come back and try the whole menu. I had the moment of clarity and it blew me away. It's more potent then you would expect, but soo easy to drink. I also tried the Part-y-parcel shot. Easy, great flavor. Can't wait to come back next time I'm in Ferndale.

Went for the holiday pop up bar and was not disappointed. The drinks had cute names, were creative and tasty. Served in really cute holiday themed glasses that they sell there too. The service was great. Drinks are not cheap, but you get what you pay for.

Best Last Word cocktail we've ever had! Beautiful interior and excellent staff and service!

Quick review - the drinks are good but that is all it has going for them. They have incense throughout the lounge which may be a personal preference but it's a gross smell throughout the lounge. The hostess with her sunglasses and beanie was in a complete daze. They give you an hour and half per reservation which we were advised several times throughout our stay. The entire experience was ruin by them saying how much time we had left. Mind you there were 7 seating areas completely open throughout our stay. The bill includes a 22% automatic gratuity which was not deserved. It's a shame. The place had potential with their product but their hospitality is severely lacking.

The Service was really good. The drinks were tasty and made well. I definitely recommend

Still love this Ferndale Speakeasy! The front door is labeled "Art Novelty". Enter into a space that is dark, velvety elegant and comfortable. The service is great, and the cocktails are exquisite!