MUSIC BAR & LOUNGE

 


  The Layover music bar and art lounge is located at 1517 Franklin Street
(between 15th and 17th) in downtown Oakland.

The Layover features DJ line ups, bands and mixed media artists
showcasing some of the most eclectic artists from the bay area and beyond. 




   Designed with a bohemian interior that includes reclaimed wood, tile, fabrics and bold splashes of color; the full bar & lounge sells the artwork, pillows, lamps and furnishings, which maintains a fresh look with each experience. Just two blocks from the Fox Theater, Paramount Theater and 19th street BART, makes this ‘Layover’ a great place to exchange travel stories over great music while enjoying a large variety of beers and signature ORGANIC cocktails. The venue is available for special events and birthday parties. Adjoining the bar is depARTure gallery featuring artists who are pushing the envelope of creativity in all types of media.

The East Bay’s best downtown art & music lounge.


Come early, stay late, as this intimate venue promises to fill up quickly!



* look for the neon martini *
 1517 Franklin Street
Oakland CA, 94612

 
 
Hours:    
Monday - Friday: 5:00pm - 2:00am
Saturday: 8:00pm - 2:00am
Sunday: Open for Special Events only (hours vary~ check calendar for updated events)

HAPPY HOUR
served until 8:00pm  Monday - Friday
($3 draft beers / $4 cocktails / $5 wine)

The Layover in the press!

Oakland North "Building Community at The Layover"

East Bay Express Best of 2011: WINNER (Best Bar That Also Looks Like Your Living Room) *also tied for Best Pick Up Spot*

East Bay Express Best of The Bay 2010: WINNER Best New Bar


Sunset Magazine

Wall Street Journal

The Oakland Tribune


The Oakbook


The Layover on Yelp 

OaklandLocal.com

Thrillist

PHOTOS BY CELISSE BERUMAN / OAKLANDART.COM

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