Lounge 3411 — Attraction in Oakland

Please read this review as I am doing so with an intentional blessing from a distance , as I write as short and to the point with positive vibes . I was born and raised in Oakland Cal .1964 , Across the street (corner of 35th & Mac) 1974,was Bob Brown Shell station ,yes I am part of Oakland history and very very proud the Town is me heart and soul . I actually retired as a Mechanic just a block away at Mcgee and Macarthur .my building still standing today . I was looking for Merles hilltop tavern where your establishment now stands I was shocked and happy to see such a change ,and look forward to stopping in soon as many people have moved on over the years , I have so much to add to what I am trying to say so I apologize for taking up space . Live music !! So much needed back in the laurel district I am wondering and yet giving some of Oakland rich history back and alive The Laurel district was once the Jazz hotspot of the bay The old Laurel lounge was a venue of historical value so if you didn't know you know now , also in history Merles hilltop tavern which was at the location you are now was the only native American owned and operated tavern in the bay area for many years .I found it very interesting and moved by the reviews enough to want me to visit home again .Thank you for reading Btw I'm called Oakland Homeboy where I live for the last 21 years and give my hometown great reviews always we always get bad press publicity !! Thank you hope to meet...

Edit 5/22/2025: Our worst fear came true as gunfire erupted outside of lounge 3411 and 2 people were shot, one fatally. Victims and perperator were all bar patrons.

Original review: The place is dirty and run down, I've seen broken glass, urine and vomit along the side of the building. Grease from food prepared outside is dumped on the street and sidewalk and piles of garbage bags are piled up next to the outdoor seating area. Patrons will often double park, block crosswallks and even park on the sidewalk. Patrons parked on the sidewalk will blast loud music and keep drinking in their cars well past midnight. This place could be a real asset for the area, instead in operates like a slum establishment and brings down the character of the entire...

I decided to attend a Saturday night jam session with my friend and fellow musician, Spencer. I was greeted by a lovely bartender who served me with a quickness. The entertainment was better than I had expected. I got to play with a fantastic old school drummer that sang equally as great of a drummer that he is! I played a few songs, (as I am a bassist of about 53 years.) And the tap beer was ice cold and reasonably priced - competitive. I especially liked the mobile lumpia wagon that showed up just outside the front doors of "Lounge 3411"! Hot and delicious Lumpia w/ two kinds of dip! I strongly recommend anyone and everyone to stop by after 6:30pm daily to this little well kept secret in downtown Oakland on MacArthur. ...