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Tallboy

Vegan Hotdogs, Bar, Creative Drinks

Worth ordering: Hot dognamed in 12 reviews

Try the Lion Dance Café curated vegan hot dogs, especially the Elote dog and Kimchi hot dog.

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Top tips

Ask about: animal ingredients

  • Don’t miss the creative cocktails like the flaming Banana Hammock and frozen Espresso Martini.
  • Good to know: Vegan food is mostly available but jello shots contain gelatin and some cocktails contain honey.
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  • Popcorn with multiple shakers is complimentary during your visit.
  • Dog friendly before approximately 6pm; evenings can be loud and crowded.

People mention

Coffee, espresso martini and banana drink.

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Also banana hammock, big league chew, cheese in the trap, coffee martini, elite and green curry martini.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service, lively atmosphere and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for good value.

Good to know

  • Dinner, coffee, takeout, quick bites
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About

Tallboy is a lively bar in Oakland with a fully vegan food menu curated by Lion Dance Cafe, featuring creative vegan hot dogs like the Elote and Kimchi dogs. The cocktail program is a standout, offering inventive drinks such as flaming banana cocktails and espresso martinis with non-dairy whipped cream. The venue combines a hip vibe with a large bar and complimentary popcorn, attracting both casual afternoon visitors and busy night crowds, with dog-friendly hours before early evening.

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4210 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609

Opening hours

Monday
14:00–00:00
Tuesday
14:00–00:00
Wednesday
14:00–00:00
Thursday
14:00–00:00
Friday
14:00–02:00
Saturday
14:00–02:00
Sunday
14:00–00:00

the food

4.5 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Great food
  • Good service
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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Abundant · 10+ dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable

Ask about: Hidden animal ingredients in dishes labelled vegan: ask about sauces and broths.

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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