51 and TEL

Dina Chaiffetz

year ago

Awesome addition to Telegraph. Lovely patio with heaters. Good cocktails. Had tacos on Tuesday night that were excellent (get the veggie). Bartender was very nice. Will definitely be back.

Sadie Fisher

year ago

The CUTEST bar!!! Came here for a few drinks with some friends and had the best time! Sexy vibes, amazing aesthetics, clever cocktails and they also had the most delicious vegan food I’ve ever tasted. Huge shoutout to Vegan Chula! I’m not even vegan but her corn cakes and Mac-n-cheese were 🤌🤌🤌🤌 delicious! We will definitely be back!

Yonathan Yohannes

month ago

Great vibe and cocktails! Nice back patio as well

Chris Skieller

year ago

Great new spot with excellent cocktails and a cute patio. Staff was friendly & the vibe was elevated yet unpretentious. We got a few of their signature cocktails and some standards and all were well-made. There was a bbq pop up that night, which was solid — excited to see what other vendors come through. I expect this to become a regular date night spot for us.

Silva Skenderi-Brown

11 months ago

Very fun vibe and great cocktails. Their signature Manhattan was the best nightcap. Espresso martini - well I could have had 3. Wish we tried seeing the back patio! But the vibe at the bar was warm and inviting.

Jennifer Cruz

month ago

Always a fun time at 51&Tel! The drinks and mocktails are delicious. And they have peach Bellinis which are always great!

Daniel Aderaw Yeshiwas

year ago

51 and Tel is an absolute treasure in Oakland’s cocktail scene! From the moment you step inside, you’re welcomed by an inviting ambiance that strikes the perfect balance between chic and cozy. The cocktails are nothing short of spectacular—creative, expertly crafted, and full of vibrant flavors that showcase the bartenders’ incredible skill and attention to detail. Whether you’re a cocktail connoisseur or just looking to try something new, their menu has something for everyone. One of the standout features is the artwork displayed throughout the lounge. Created by a talented local artist, the pieces add a unique touch of personality and elevate the entire space. It’s wonderful to see a business that not only supports local talent but integrates it so seamlessly into their identity.

Elizabeth McCann

year ago

This place is so chic and the cocktails are innovative and refreshing. What I enjoyed most was Vegan Chula on the patio. The food was absolutely amazing. I am nowhere close to being vegan and the food blew my mind, the griddle corn cakes are to die for. If you’re looking for a place to have a delicious cocktail in a cool atmosphere with yummy food, you’ve found it. I could go on and on, but you should just experience this vibe for yourself :)

Saad Mirza

month ago

Nobody has said it, but this place opened less than 2y ago, and it’s becoming a gathering place for the POC community the way that Starry Plough in Berkeley. On weekend nights, it’s suddenly become one of the hottest bars in the East Bay, with glitz, glamor, and the occasional celebrity sighting. It can be genuinely hard to get in, and a classy dress code is enforced. The owners are really nice. 51 + TEL!

Sheila S

year ago

Large, stylish and spacious. We were a group of seven people and three dogs and could spread out when we first got there Saturday opening at 3 PM in the back patio. A few other parties came after us, but we were just there for one drink so I’m not sure how busy it got afterwards. We ordered at the bar and they have a full menu of interesting cocktails. I got the golden girl and it was a great balance, making it way too easy to drink. Did not try the food, but there was a vegan pop-up in the back patio with the QR codes around the bar to order online. The restrooms were separated by men and women and are spacious and clean.