Monday, January 18, 2016

The Best Bars in Livermore, CA

1. The Last Word
This bar fills fits the bill when looking for a comfortable atmosphere to have a few with friends or a loved one. A trendy and upbeat atmosphere, The Last Word is a great place to relax and enjoy a fresh beer, cocktail, or appetizer.

2. First Street Ale House
Complete with an extensive beer list and weekly "pint night," this bar is both family friendly and great for louder parties. It often has a short wait time and boasts a consistently fast turn around on food. If you are hoping to watch the big game while enjoying fresh beer, this is the place for you.

3. The Beer Baron
Craft beer lovers will enjoy this bar, which keeps thirty different beers on tap at all times. Newly remodeled, it carries a classy, warehouse feel and is located in downtown Livermore. If going on the weekends, look forward to an in-house DJ and some live music.

4. The Good Time Tavern
A clean and classy dive bar alternative to the more showy and expensive bars, The Good Time Tavern is a local favorite. It has a traditional bar atmosphere, complete with pool tables, a jukebox, and a couple arcade games. This venue is best known for it's relaxed atmosphere and inexpensive drinks.

5. Double Barrel Wine Bar
This venue is a high class stop for those preferring to drink wine over beer. The list of wines comes with a menu that focuses on staying in season and local, and the restaurant carries a rotating list of craft tap beers as well. For a relaxed evening, reserve ahead of time and enjoy music on the back patio.

6. Tap 25
Named after it's twenty-five rotating craft beers, Tap 25 is a smaller venue that has a clean and cozy feel. This stop has weekly music and is located in the historic Blacksmith Square of downtown Livermore.

7. The Rock House
Well known to have the best burgers in town, this restaurant/pub is a lively atmosphere to enjoy great food and drink. The Rock House is family friendly, dog friendly, and casual. The beer is a mix of local favorites and established names.

About the Author: Andrea is a guest contributor from The Purple Orchid Wine Country Resort & Spa a wonderful Livermore hotel in California.