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Review Highlights
“Drake's menu has a good variety of lighter beers, IPAs, and sours that kept us busy for a good 4 hours.” in 23 reviews
“- parking is okay, you might end up parking at Walmart fora little walk - QR code system to order beer & food.” in 129 reviews
“Some of their beers are sold all year round, but some like the Aroma Coma and Jolly Rodger are seasonal.” in 17 reviews
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About the Business
Drake's Barrel House is the home of Drake's Brewing. Enjoy an outdoor beer garden and warehouse-style tasting room set amidst hundreds of wooden barrels. Choose from 24 different Drake's beers on tap, including flagships, one off releases, or sour and barrel-aged brews. Growler fills, kegs, and packaged beer to-go are available. You can also enjoy delicious tots, burgers, and other bites from our Brew! Kitchen. Directions: Drake's can be a bit difficult to find your first time. Once you reach the West Gate Center (1933 Davis St., San Leandro) just head to the far Southwest corner of the complex, just behind Walmart & Sports Authority. Get here and you'll find beer! Cheers.
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Is there indoor seating?
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Yes, there is a lot of indoor space and seating.
Michael D.1 person found this helpfulQ:
Do they have a trivia night? If so, what day and time?
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We are starting Trivia March 15th and will have it every 1st and 3rd Wednesday after that!
Roxanne O., Business Manager
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- Trish D.Hayward, CA41614Jul 9, 2024
Celebrate a friends birthday here and it was a fun time! This spot is a perf spot for groups because the place is spacious with indoor and outdoor seating! Also, dog friendly!! I heard that they have events on friday nights too, so I def will come back and check it out.
The food options were delish and the price is not too bad! Its good shareable apps for everyone to munch on while drinking a beer or in my case, frozen mangonada! They have a huge variety of beer options and even have flights.
Service is great, they were picking up empty glasses and dishware. Checked on everyone. Even gave the birthday girl a complimentary beer!Helpful 1Thanks 1Love this 1Oh no 0 - Jul 24, 20241 check-in
Cool spot to grab a few beers on tap. Nice indoor and outdoor space. The bartenders were going out of their way to be of service. You can order some light bites from the food truck outside. Tons of options beer wise, they also have some slushy options if that is your jam.
I wish they had some sort of happy hour to help drive people in at a certain time and to get a little price relief, but it seems no breweries in the bay area offer this.
When I went with friends on a Saturday in July mid afternoon, there were about a dozen other people there. It was dead.
I've gotten growler fills in the past, so this is an option if you have a growler and want to take some to go.
Surrounding area can be a little sketch b/c of the walmart.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Business owner information
Emily S.
Jul 24, 2024
There are happy hour deals from 2-5pm Tuesday-Thursday. We hope you come back to enjoy them!
- Bob B.Walnut Creek, CAJul 18, 2024
We are big fans of Drakes. Been here a couple times. Tons of great beers. We do buy them a lot for home and you can find Drakes everywhere so that's nice (incidentally I bought the 12 pack of four different beers this morning from Target).
One of the great Bay Area breweries, Drakes deserves your support.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Aug 18, 202417 check-ins
Love coming to Drake's, it's definitely my go to if I want a chill place to have a beer, watch a game or just meet up with friends. The bartenders are always super nice, the vibe is always chill and the food truck is consistent. Definitely recommend, especially for their special events!
Helpful 3Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0 - May 11, 2024Updated review14 check-ins
Celebrated Cinco De Mayo here by myself while my wife shopped at Walmart next door.
If you are following, in my last review, I said I am NOT coming to this Walmart anymore and I am willing to pay extra to NOT come here. But I have NO problem hanging out at Drakes while she shops. Actually, because the lines are so long on weekends, I can have at least two beers, LOL.
Quality/Quantity -
Tracksuit Sunday - Newest IPA, and started with this.
Juicy Hoot - Okay, my wife/Walmart took so long I got two more of this. After 3 IPAs, I was done for the day.
I also sampled the following beers: Meebers, Aroma Coma, Jolly Roger, and I'm not sure but I think I tried right before leaving the Santa's Brass...? All was good, but the last two were just too strong for me, both in flavor and alcohol wise.
Food also available, see menu.
I remember when we were allowed to bring our own food, or am I outdating myself, lol.
Might come back to try out their lunch specials one of these days.
Atmosphere -
I watched as this place changed from a production facility to what it is today. Very cool.
I come here more often than I should, that is what shopping at Walmart will do to me... I actually noticed both the Walmarts I frequent have a brewery next door?!?! Is this done strategically? Reno, NV Walmart has my Schussboom Brewing. Or do I use Walmart as an excuse to go to the brewery?!?!
Good size, plenty of indoor and outdoor seating.
Heated outdoor seating for the cold evenings/days, see picture.
Table, counter top, booth, picnic table seating, etc.
One huge TV (actually 4 TVs put together to make one).
Two unisex bathrooms.
Semi open kitchen, see picture.
Free wifi.
To-go case - In case (pun intended) Walmart's lines are actually short, lol.
Merchandise for sale, see picture.
Dog friendly.
Service - 5 stars, of course not too many of us day drinkers today, lol.
Many specials, see pictures or websites.
I also like the fact that you got self service water throughout the entire place, thank you.
Price - $25 + generous tips; expensive for 3 beers, but that is the cost for quality.
Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 1989, since 2011 at this location, and since 2015 at your Oakland location.
When did you open "The Barn" in West Sacramento? I need to check this place out; it looks cool on your website.
1989 - Lind Brewery to Drake's Brewery.
1998 - Sold brewery to local coffee company.
2004 - Denogginizer Double IPA was born/created.
2008 - New ownership.
2011 - This location opens.
2015 - Oakland location opens.
2018 - First can beer.
2018 - Sacramento location opens.Helpful 12Thanks 2Love this 14Oh no 0Aug 29, 2022Previous reviewI first discovered this brand when I was invited to a fundraiser by the SL Boys & Girls Club.
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I did NOT know how good their beer was; I definitely drank more than I should have especially at a fundraiser. The beer is good!
Be careful when you drink the Denogginizer Double IPA; it was my favorite at the time.
Today, I drink ambers.
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They are celebrating their 33 year anniversary this weekend.
If you know, you know. The location is not easy to find, just park and walk to Walmart, then turn right and keep walking until you see BEER!!
Open from noon till see Yelp or website.
Limited parking as the lot is shared with Walmart, unless you don't mind walking.
I prefer this location over the bigger and nicer Oakland location. Outdoor dog friendly.
Free wifi.
No happy hour, sorry.
They also do events here (that is how I discovered them), see website.
Service - Good.
Price - Depends on what you like.
$7 for a pint of Amber.
$8.50 for 12 oz of the Denogginizer.
Plus tax and tip.
Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 1989, since 2011 at this location, and since 2015 at your Oakland location.
When did you open "The Barn" in West Sacramento? I need to check this place out; it looks cool on your website. - Apr 24, 2024
What can I say, I am a huge craft beer enthusiast and aficionado. And considering that "Drake's Barrel House" has been around since the 80's (you heard that right), this place has been a trendsetter for many Bay Area breweries, tap houses, and craft beer halls to many new places. Having been opened since 1989, just about every Bay Area beer fanatic has been to this place and considering I lived in the Bay until 2001, I never got the chance to visit until just recently.
Located in the heart of San Leandro and right off of the 580 freeway and Davis St. exit, Drake's is notoriously known for being tucked away in a shopping center that is anchored by a Wal-Mart and Home Depot as well as other major retailers such as Burlington, Ross, and Togo's Sandwiches. I must admit, it was a little challenging finding this place at first. But when you drive to where Wal-Mart is near the loading area, you will see the entrance complete with all the barrels. It definitely threw me off but now I know for future visits if I happen to come here again.
As I mentioned, don't let the location deter you from coming here as many think of this part of town not being the safest as well as being crime-ridden. As long as you park as close to here as you can, lock your vehicle, and walk with a friend or two, you should be fine. Upon entering, you will notice a huge wraparound outdoor patio area which is great for the sunnier days. The inside is absolutely huge with ample seating that can fit at least a hundred people comfortably.
Their menu is also very extensive with several lagers, sours, stouts and IPA's to accommodate all beer tastes. Since I was driving and only wanted a small sample of what they had to offer, I went with two of their lighter beers; their "Dog Walker Pilsner" and their "Bold Rush Liquid Cold". Both were excellent and set to the perfect chilled temperature. They have a very progressive menu that is ever-changing on a monthly basis. I also wanted to add that they have a nice little food selection including burgers, sandwiches, salads, and tots. They even have a dog-friendly menu selection as Drake's welcomes all breeds of dogs.
All in all, "Drake's Brewing Company" is the real deal and as good as it gets for a quality brewery. Since I live in the Sacramento area, I've frequented their sister location, "Drake's: The Barn" on several occasions. Only difference is that is exclusively an outdoor only spot. However, as far as the O.G. San Leandro location goes, when you factor in the authenticity, beer selection, service, and price, I am giving this one a unanimous five-star rating.Helpful 4Thanks 1Love this 4Oh no 0 - Jul 8, 2024
I visited Drake's on a hot Friday night. We had a great time! I've been to their other locations, including the one in West Sac and Oakland. Each location has its own unique charm. I especially like this spot because of its spacious parking lot and both indoor and outdoor seating. They also had the sports game on TV. The beer selection is fantastic.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Aug 25, 2023Updated review
August 9, 2023: Lol~I HAD TO MAKE ANOTHER DESPERATE BEER RUN! Why?
Because according to meeting David and the Drake's Bartender:
Drake's--The Barn in West Sacramento can't refill their own growlers due to serving high-test alcohol, i.e., liquor . . . It's an egregiously LAME, IMHO--A CA STATE LAW REGULATION with regards to possessing a beer and liquor license . . . Oh, well~
Aside, WOOOOF! I purchased a bottle of DEATH, i.e., 12.9% ALCOHOL CONTENT: Both my Son-In-Law and I slithered and melded to the kitchen floor after inhaling THIS beer!
Moreover, I posted Drake's Barrel House menu, i.e., Beer Run PROOF I visited~LOL!
I'll be BACK!!!! Lol!Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 2Oh no 1Sep 11, 2019Previous review8/18/2019: I. MUST. MAKE. A. BEER RUN . . . to San Leandro Davis Street Exit and Highway 880! Drake's Beer isn't selling where I live in the countryside anymore-waaaaah! All beers sold at the local Co-Ops and typical grocery stores are egregiously, unpalatable beers which I have no idea how long the beers have been stored on the shelves!
It's that unknown factor which makes me feel uncomfortably uneasy: I bought bottled beers before where the supposed "microbrewery beer" was completely FLAT, listless, no carbonation left:
I was utterly disgusted, attempted demanding a refund but, no sympathy was given for flat, OLD, expired beer! Grrrrr~Why I oughta send that geezer to the moon!
Anyway, I made up my mind: I grabbed my two Drake's growlers hightailing to SF Bay Area for filling up my growlers and visiting my second, newly-born grand-daughter! What a stellar excuse visiting the SF Bay Area and of course, my logical reasoning for returning to the countryside with FRESHLY BREWED DRAKE'S BEER! Buuuurp~LOL!!!! - Aug 21, 2023Updated review
Maybe go to 21st amendment instead
Fried chicken sandwich
- dry chicken, dry slaw, dry bread
- had to add our own mayonnaise, ketchup, hot sauce to make it acceptable
Totchos
- tasty, but no where near as loaded as I'd want it, it's littoral just a sprinkle of ingredients
Death of the Sun
- very nice chocolatey bourbon stout. Very delicious to enjoy, would get again because of the taste and complexity
The guys at the bar super nice and really into the details of the beer,
guys at the food stand pretty unhelpful, was ignored when I was trying to figure where order, literally tried to walk to the window becausethe people manning that station acted like customers
Overall was impressed by the beer , and would come back just for the beer, definitely not the foodHelpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 1Jul 29, 2023Previous reviewMaybe go to 21st amendment instead
Fried chicken sandwich
- dry chicken, dry slaw, dry bread
- had to add our own mayonnaise, ketchup, hot sauce to make it acceptable
Totchos
- tasty, but no where near as loaded as I'd want it, it's littoral just a sprinkle of ingredients
Death of the Sun
- very nice chocolatey bourbon stout. Very delicious to enjoy, would get again because of the taste and complexity
The guys at the bar super nice and really into the details of the beer,
guys at the food stand pretty unhelpful, was ignored when I was trying to figure where order, literally tried to walk to the window becausethe people manning that station acted like customers
Overall was impressed by the beer , and would come back just for the beer, definitely not the food - Michael D.Santa Cruz, CANov 1, 2023
Excellent spot before an A's game. We've often come here for food and drinks, and it's a short Uber ride to the stadium. Ordering food and drinks can be done from your phone, and service is really prompt. Lots of space, both indoor and outdoor. Drake's beer speaks for itself - if you haven't tried Hopocalypse it's a tasty hazy DIPA staple, give it a shot. Like many breweries, they've embraced the Hazy craze, but not just for the sake of sales, their hazies are excellent. They've added Juicy Hoot and Hazing Saddles and I enjoyed both. If you're not a Hazy person, there are plenty of choices - pils, hefe, stout, lagers, sours - pick your poison. The tater tots are a good compliment to the beer selection.
When the A's pack up for Vegas, I'll surely find another excuse to head up for some good beer and food.Helpful 0Thanks 1Love this 3Oh no 1
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