Located in the East Bay section of the Bay Area, Pleasanton is just 31 miles from San Francisco, 22 miles from San Jose, and 24 miles to Oakland. Though these big cities are nearby, many of those who own Pleasanton luxury homes rarely find the need to leave their town of nearly 80,000 residents. Pleasanton is a fantastic place to live, work, and play with wineries, shopping centers, parks, and plenty of natural beauty.

If you already live in the area or are planning a visit to see if buying Pleasanton real estate is a good move for you, stop by one of the city’s pubs or restaurants for a relaxing and refreshing happy hour drink or bite to eat. Here are some of the best places to put on your list!

Though it began as a way to share craft beer with the residents of the Bay Area, Beer Baron has quickly developed into much more. With five locations, Beer Baron has become a place for live music, DJs, whiskey tastings, cocktail classes, innovative cuisine, and more. You can stop for happy hour specials Monday through Friday from 2:00-5:00 p.m. or drop in on Whiskey Wednesday for a half-off special of more than 300 whiskeys.

If happy hour comes a little too late for you, you can always plan to head to weekend brunch at Beer Baron on Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This could be your perfect stop before spending a day looking at Pleasanton luxury homes for sale.

There’s nothing better than a happy hour drink on a rainproof and heated patio after a long day at the office or browsing for Pleasanton real estate! Sidetrack has a fantastic deck for meeting friends for a glass of wine, craft beer, or a full meal (they specialize in sandwiches, salads, and burgers). As for happy hour, you can’t go wrong with $3 off any small plates, $2 off all 9-oz. wine, and $1-$2 off all draft beer. Happy hour is every Monday through Friday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.

 

Spear-headed by chef Maurice Dissels, a native of British Guyana, enjoy the epitome of South American flavor when you visit Oyo. In addition to lunch soups and salads, dinner entrees like curry goat and oxtail stew, and a unique brunch menu served Saturdays and Sundays from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Oyo has a wonderful happy hour experience. Served every day from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., Oyo’s happy hour includes a menu of tapas and fun libations like the Prickly Pear Margarita and red wine sangria. Try out their Pholourie (split pea fritter, tamarind, and mango chutney) and plantain chips.

A perfect happy hour isn’t complete without handcrafted artisan beverages, and that’s exactly what owners of Pleasanton luxury homes will get when they visit Eddie Papa’s American Hangout. Their happy hour occurs every Monday through Friday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. and features numerous specials. Try one of their craft cocktails, like the Armenian Nightcap, Corpse Reviver or Green with Envy. You can indulge in comfort food like Mama’s Meatloaf or spice it up with some jambalaya or Nashville hot chicken to go along with your drink. Want to take the kids out with you? Eddie Papa’s has a great list of nostalgic sodas they can enjoy, along with kids’ bento boxes and some incredible desserts.

You can’t go wrong with classic Italian, whether for a romantic dinner or a happy hour drink and apps with friends. Chianti’s prides itself on serving only the finest authentic Italian food, including fettuccini and lasagna, spinach gorgonzola, and a wide selection of apps, soups, salads, and seafood entrees. Chianti's provides top-notch service and unbeatable food with a head chef and head server, both professionally trained in Italy. Stop in from 2:30-5:30 p.m. for happy hour drinks and food specials.

With a seasonal menu that includes sandwiches, cheese, or charcuterie flights and plenty of small plates and 12 different wine flights, Pairings is the place to be if you want an upscale happy hour location. Take a break from looking at Pleasanton luxury homes and stop in from Wednesday through Friday between 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., or Saturday and Sunday from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. for great deals on wines by the glass, tap beer, or small plates like calamari and flatbreads. Those who live in the area can join the Cellar Dwellers VIP Club for early notice of social activities and discounts on food and wine.

With its sophisticated atmosphere and leather seating, Oasis is the perfect place to meet your Pleasanton real estate agent and discuss how to make the best offer on a home you’d like to purchase. Enjoy happy hour specials at Oasis, including $3 beers, $5 house drinks, and $3-$5 appetizers.

If you feel like staying for dinner, Oasis has some of the best food in town. Make sure to try their signature Pumpkin Borani (butternut sauteed in olive oil, peppers, and garlic and topped with garlic yogurt sauce), grilled chicken kabobs, or Kadoo Ravioli.

Are you looking for homes for sale in Pleasanton? Reach out to Pleasanton real estate agent Lynn Chew for guidance. Lynn will help you find your next dream home in the tri-valley area for a great price!

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