North Light

Cocktail bar and bookshop hybrid in Temescal, Oakland

Based on 353 reviews

Best for

• •Literary types who want a drink before or after a bookshop browse
• •Date nights with a low-key, intimate atmosphere
• •Solo evenings with a book and a well-made cocktail
• •Neighborhood locals looking for a thoughtful alternative to the typical bar
• •Small groups who want a quieter, conversation-friendly space

Busiest

Weekend evenings (7–10pm)