TipTop Tavern — Restaurant in Castro Valley

Initially everything started out really fun. I went for karaoke. The KJ seemed really cool at first. Then as new singers came in he interrupted my song as I was singing it to fast forward it to get the next singer up faster as if a minute or two was going to make a difference in the whole night. I overlooked it one time and in fact even bought him a couple drinks throughout the night. Then toward the end of the night I asked him if he could keep me in rotation so I might get my last song in even though there were quite a few singers I understand sometimes it doesn't always work out but often people leave which they did in this case. He called me up and told me my song was too long and I had to pick a different song. I've never ever had this happen in all my 25+ years of karaoke anywhere at any time so I picked another. He said it was too long. I don't know how long mine were but no more than maybe 5-7 minutes. I told him the time we spent debating i could've already sang my song. I mentioned I'd been there all night spending money and deserved to sing my song and not be penalized for already getting more songs in earlier since I showed up early to do so and continued to spend money throughout the night. I spent over $90 for just the one night. He claimed I couldn't sing because my songs i was choosing were too long. He was expecting me to randomly know a 3 minute song. So he told me "peace out" and walked away ghosting me. Had he acted fairly and continued the attitude he began with i might be giving 5 stars but due to that ending attitude I'd be giving one star but the rest of the service and servers were so nice they made up for the bad experience enough better to still give 3 stars. The bartenders and other employees working were wonderful and catered well to their clientele. From what I could tell their food was great as well. I saw many people get served there and the smell of everything was amazing. Due to the KJ's poor attitude and unprofessional behavior and ruining my night i can't say that I'll ever be back, especially for the karaoke as long as he's still there but I would certainly go back to the establishment for food or another night as i felt they...

Been here twice now. Great little spot. They have a juke box and first come table seating. They serve food and the bartenders both times I was there are really cool cats. They have an additional room with a pool table which is the main reason for my second visit and a patio area with some games to help that one friend who drinks to much sober up. They serve Jello shots but are cash only so on my second visit I made sure to bring some with me.

I loved the atmosphere a lot. Very chill and welcoming. I would have posted pictures but I had to much fun with my boys to take any but I will return and make an attempt to add to...

Alex was amazing this is definitely a shining spot in San Lorenzo! If you don’t come here you haven’t experienced the greatness the place have to offer! The personalities are quirky but so good! Don’t worry the bartenders have your back! Come here for good food and even better people! Edit: the people who run the bar are by far the best people ever! The food is definitely fresh! It’s a young couple that owns the place and they make food the way it’s supposed to be. Wouldn’t be surprised if they stepped their game up and get a James beard! Sue is a phenomenal cook! I have a feeling that will happen in the...