Drake’s Barrel House is one of the East Bay’s best party venues and offers a wide variety of options for birthday parties, reunions, or any other type of celebration. Groups of 24 guests or more must book a banquet. Please review the menu options below and submit the form at the bottom of this page to make a banquet inquiry.

Note: If your party is between 15-23 people, tables can be reserved, but guests will place food and beverage orders on their own. Tables for groups up to 15 people are subject to walk-in availability.

 

AVAILABLE SPACES

We offer indoor and outdoor seating in the following semi-private spaces.

Side Bar November 2023

Side Bar

INDOORS / OUTDOORS

Enjoy access to your own private bar and seating area inside the Barrel House. A mix of barrels and tables can seat up to 65 people in this space. If you require more room, 85 total people can be seated if you would like to expand your party to the adjacent outdoor loading dock.

MON-THUR:   $200 (2 hours)   |  25 Person Min.   |   +$100/added hour

FRI-SUN:   $400 (2 hours)   |   25 Person Min.   |   +$100/added hour

* Bonus Bar Charge Added for Sidebar Bartender service

The Decoy Den features beer garden tables and benches with a big screen tv

Rec Room

INDOORS

The Decoy Den is a versatile space for entertaining guests, featuring big screen TVs and beer garden style tables and benches that seat up to 80 total people. Celebrate with friends and family or gather with co-workers for an off-site presentation or party.

MON-THUR:   $200 (2 hours)   |   25 Person Min.   |   +$100/added hour

FRI-SUN:   $400 (2 hours)   |   25 Person Min.   |   +$100/added hour

A view inside Drake's Industrial Beer Garden with picnic tables with potted plants and trees

Drake's Industrial Park

OUTDOORS

Drake’s Industrial Park is located in the heart of the Drake’s Brewing campus. The outdoor space is filled with picnic tables, beautiful planters, trees, and walls made of beer barrels. Shade sails cover part of the space, which can seat up to 50 people.

MON-THUR:   $400 (2 hours)   |   40 Person Min.   |   +$200/added hour

Tables
  • 4 tables: $100 – 24 seats; each additional table $25 (seat 6)
  • Full Patio Buyout – $400 – 40 minimum

    • BANQUET MENU

    Build your own party from our choices of snacks, platters, and salads, or go with our Taco Party! Prices are set based on the number of pieces for 10 people served.

    SHAREABLES

    (Feeds approx. 10)

    • Chips & Salsa – $25
    • Caprese Skewers – $21 – skewered mozzarella, tomato, basil, & balsamic glaze
    • Flautas – $20 – seasonal flauta offering
    • Spicy Pork Sliders – $30 – adobada spiced pulled pork, cherry pepper slaw, spicy korean bbq sauce, and pickles
    • Cubano Sliders – $40 – roasted pork & sliced ham sliders with pickle, swiss cheese, & mustard
    • Barrel House Sliders – $40 – beef patty sliders with cheddar, lettuce, tomato, pickled red onion, pickles & drive-in sauce

    SALADS

    (Feeds approx. 20)

    • Barrel Garden Salad – $60 – spring mix lettuce, tomatoes, onions, avocado, croutons, and radish
    • Seasonal Salad – $70 – ask your server

    PLATTERS

    (Feeds approx. 15-20)

    • Hummus Platter – $45 – large hummus dip with falafel and mixed vegetables
    • Cheese/Meat Platter – $150 –  variety of artisanal cheese & cured meats with nuts & dried fruit
    • Wing Platter – $80 –  5 lbs. of assorted wings of your choice

    TACO PARTY

    $25 per person | $15 per child (aged 10 & under)

    Includes steamed corn tortillas, your choice of 2 meats, salsa, cilantro, onion & limes. Rice and beans also included.

    Choice of Meats & Things (select 2)

    • Pollo Asado (marinated grilled chicken)
    • Pollo Guisado (marinated stew chicken)
    • Carne Asada (marinated grilled beef)
    • Carnitas (fried pork shoulder)
    • Veggie (mix bell peppers, red onions white onions, and celery)

    EXTRA GOOD STUFF (serving size for 20 people)

    • Guacamole $60
    • Pico De Gallo $30
    • Sour Cream $16
    • Chipotle Crema $18
    • Pickled Jalapenos $10

    Drink Packages

    Open Bar Wristbands

    • $40/wristband for 2 hour Open Bar (All Bevs available)
      • +$20 for each additional hour

    Drink Tickets

    • Basic: $8.50/ticket - House Beer & NA (excluding BA beer and Lushies)
    • Premium: $12/ticket - All House Beer, Cider, Wine, Lushies
    • Canned Soda: $5/ticket
    • A la carte pitchers - prices vary

      • Unused tickets may not be returned for a refund

    Private Bar

    2 hours for $150

    • Includes bartender & 5.5 gallon keg of choice (availability varies)
      • $50/additional hour
      • Additional kegs may be purchased

    Darts

    • Add your own private dart lane(s) to your event for $15/hour

    Let us make your next event a memorable occasion!

    Please email us with ALL of the needed details as shown in the section below and and we will promptly respond to your inquiry.

    To Submit a Banquet Request, please do the following:

    1. Put “Banquet Inquiry @ Drake’s Barrel House” in the subject line of your email.
    2. Tell us your requested data and time for the banquet
    3. Tell us which space you would prefer to use: Side Bar, Decoy Den, Industrial Beer Garden, or Private Event
    4. How many guests?
    5. Your full name
    6. Your contact information including email address and phone number
    7. Any additional info you would like us to know. For example, any questions regarding the menu, pricing, or if you have any specific banquet requests.
    8. Email all of the above info to dbhmanagers@drakesbrewing.com

    FAQs

    What is the minimum headcount to book a banquet?
    10 guests. Parties with less than 10 guests may book a standard reservation.

    If I book a banquet, can I pre-order items from the standard menu?
    Yes

    Can I bring outside food?
    Yes, however, we charge $5/guest should you choose to bring outside food without ordering food from our banquet menu.

    Can I do a private buyout of Drake’s Barrel House?
    Yes! Submit a banquet inquiry requesting a private buyout and we will provide details.

    Will Drake’s provide necessary tableware and silverware?
    Yes! We provide all necessary tableware and utensils

    Are we allowed to bring dessert?
    Yes, please bring your yummy treats

    Are we allowed to bring outside drinks?
    No, we offer a wide variety of nonalcoholic and alcoholic beverages.