Dog-friendly restaurant · Jack London Square, Downtown & Lake Merritt
Brotzeit Lokal
Bavarian beer garden in an old boathouse on the Oakland Estuary, pouring German and Austrian beers. The kitchen sends out house-made sausages, pretzels and spaetzle, with weekend brunch, and boaters can tie up at the dock.
More about Brotzeit Lokal
Brotzeit Lokal opened in June 2013 in the former Oyster Reef Seafood space at the foot of 10th Avenue, on the Bay Trail. At launch chef Lev Delany ran the kitchen, with a burger made from Marin Sun Farms beef, and the bar had 18 taps, more than 50 bottles and a Bavarian lager brewed for it by Linden Street Brewery.
Outside, the biergarten uses 1950s-era Bavarian tables and benches, while the indoor boat house has wood floors. The calendar follows German traditions with Mayfest and Oktoberfest, and weekend games include hammerschlagen, stein hoisting and wiener dog races.
Bringing your dog
According to our sources, dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating area.
Waterfront German biergarten on the Embarcadero where dogs are welcome at outdoor tables.
Rules change and may apply only to part of the place. Call ahead if you are not sure.
Getting there
- Address1000 Embarcadero, Oakland, CA
- NeighborhoodJack London Square, Downtown & Lake Merritt
- CuisineBeer garden
More dog-friendly spots near Brotzeit Lokal
- PortalGastropubabout 0.8 mi
- about 0.9 mi
Brotzeit Lokal: frequently asked questions
Is Brotzeit Lokal dog-friendly?
Yes, according to BringFido, Oaktown, Local Pet Care, and Zoomies. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating area.
Can I bring my dog inside Brotzeit Lokal?
Our sources only mention the outdoor seating area. California law lets restaurants welcome dogs in outdoor dining areas, so at most places in Oakland dogs stay outside. Ask the staff if you want to sit inside.
What kind of food does Brotzeit Lokal serve?
Bavarian beer garden in an old boathouse on the Oakland Estuary, pouring German and Austrian beers. The kitchen sends out house-made sausages, pretzels and spaetzle, with weekend brunch, and boaters can tie up at the dock.
Where is Brotzeit Lokal?
Brotzeit Lokal is at 1000 Embarcadero in Jack London Square, Downtown & Lake Merritt, Oakland.
Are there other dog-friendly places near Brotzeit Lokal?
Yes. The closest one on our list is Portal, about 0.8 mi away, followed by Xochi the Dog, Café (about 0.9 mi).
Sources
- BringFido, undated, read Oct 2026
- Oaktown, Jul 2025
- Local Pet Care, Jun 2024
- Zoomies, undated, read Oct 2026
About the restaurant:
- tablehopper, Jun 2013
- Time Out San Francisco, Mar 2016
- Visit Oakland, undated, read Oct 2026
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