Viridian

Loveeee Viridian! Their cocktails stand out as they are always uniquely curated, and bring such inspiration and depth in every cocktail. The room is also filled with cute decor and ambient lighting. I think it's a nice spot to catch up with friends and have a yap sesh. I got the Lycheat day which was a well made mocktail. I also tried their limited edition matcha drink which was also delicious! I've also had their white rabbit drink which is super nostalgic and creamy. I've been here multiple times and can't wait to come back.

My friends and I found this gem while out enjoying the black joy parade last evening and was delighted to have visited this cute and fun bar! The hostess did an amazing job accommodating our group of four in the busy bar by pulling in extra chairs for the small tables lined in the wall. We ordered yummy drinks and plates for the group to share. My favorite drink was the matcha melon drink and my favorite dish was the spicy cucumber salad. I definitely recommend this place for a fun after hours spot!

Love the modern upscale vibe with festive Chinese New Year decor to welcome the year of the snake. Staff are friendly and attentive.Ordered the Oaxaca Flocka and it was good, but not as spicy or smoky as expected. My friends mango cocktail was refreshing as well.

Viridian is one of my favorite place in Oakland. The atmosphere is vibrant neon and the food and drinks match the aesthetic without compromising taste. The staff is always friendly and accommodating. A few things to note: this place gets busy and they do not do reservations. I recommend coming during the week on when they open at 5pm otherwise expect a wait. There is a strict 2 hour time limit on seating. The dishes are relatively small, but great for family style. The photos were taken during the Red Envelope event so there are special menu items and limited decor. Not shown in this photos but my favorite drink off their regular menu is the white rabbit.

The drinks and ambiance here are unmatched!! I prefer to come before dinner so it's quieter and you're guaranteed a spot. It's such a nice place to get drinks and hang out with your friends. Their menu changes seasonally but all the drinks are so unique. I recently got the red bean egg custard cocktail and it was soo good. I've never had a drink like this before. I also ordered the miso corn drink which I wasn't a huge fan of. The powder on top tasted like curry powder? I didn't taste corn or miso in the drink but it was still drinkable. Everyone who works here is really friendly and their ordering website is very user friendly. A must whenever you're in Oakland!

Definitely my favorite cocktail bar in the Bay Area. I hate to admit this, but at one point, I was here 3x in one week because I enjoyed coming here so much hahaha. The drinks are cheaper than the ones in SF and are consistently good in addition to the place having a cool vibe!Even though White Rabbit is one of the more popular drinks, it's not my favorite since it's on the sweeter side. My favorite ones have been cafe sua daddy (like an elevated espresso martini), wood dragon, li hing melon, and tomato beef. As a bonus, the umami tots were amazing! I'm sure all their other food is great too.

Highly recommend this place! Yummy Asian inspired cocktails and small bites. The inside is nice and vibrant. This is a good spot for a casual hang out.

Viridian deserves no less than 5 stars from me for: service, food, and atmosphere!We were greeted at the front door by the owner and seated promptly. I've heard the place is usually packed, but myself and my group of three were lucky enough to be the first people through the door for Thursday night happy hour. I've heard great things about Viridian from at least a couple Bay Area locals at this point...a testament to its quality and service! After my experience, I'd totally concur with those reviews. The drinks incorporated lots of Asian flavors that I'm accustomed to, and they utilized them strategically and well (I've been to some bars where these sorts of flavors can turn into something a little too gimmicky). The two cocktails our group got, the Wood Dragon and Li Hing Melon were well balanced...with the former on the more citrusy and fruity side and the latter being on the more lightly tart and refreshing side. The most special touch of the night was getting the limited availability dragon decanter they had available for purchase with their Wood Dragon beverage. I will definitely be back to try their other beverages and of course...to try and collect their other decanters! (Gotta catch them all )

A great spot in a busy location near 19th street BART station, Viridian is usually very popular (especially with people grabbing drinks before concerts), so you often have to put your name down to wait for a spot. However, sometimes it is easy to get a spot right away. The inside is brightly lit with neon lights and such cute Asian-inspired decor! A very trendy vibe for a date spot or drinks with friends. Their cocktails are also served very artistically, with drinks served in glass bento boxes and garnished with unique leaves and fruits. They have small bites, like a pork belly dish which we enjoyed a lot.

Food was delicious and drinks were cute! It's a smaller space but great vibes. Host and bartender were super friendly. definitely coming again, order the tots!