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Oakland, CA

Transforming a sports bar into a premier restaurant, bar, and sports social club.

• Award-winning sports bar: Voted best sports bar in East Bay four years running.
• Culinary partnership: Collaborating with Michelin Guide restaurant experts for a world-class dining experience.
• Three revenue streams: Generating income through restaurant, bar, and private events before sports programming.
• Strategic location: Situated in Uptowns North Lake district with significant neighborhood improvements.
• Proven concept: Generated $14 million in lifetime revenue, demonstrating a successful business model.

Athletic Club Oakland is undergoing a significant transformation to become a premier restaurant, bar, and sports social club in the Bay Area. The company is partnering with culinary experts Paul Iglesias and Sophia Akbar, known for their Michelin Guide restaurant Parche, to elevate the dining experience. The remodel will introduce a stylish redesign and curated programming, creating a space that combines sports viewing with world-class hospitality. The new concept, ACO 2.0, will feature three distinct revenue streams: a destination restaurant, an elevated bar, and a private events space, ensuring consistent income beyond sports events.

The Athletic Club Oakland has been a staple in the East Bay sports community since 2018, recognized as the best sports bar in the area for four consecutive years. The company aims to leverage its established reputation and the culinary boom in Oakland to attract new demographics, including foodies and private event clients. The transformation is set to capture the expanding hospitality market in Oakland, with the North Lake district’s improvements providing an ideal backdrop for growth. The partnership with Paul and Sophia is expected to enhance the club’s culinary offerings, making it a destination for both sports fans and the broader community.

Company Info

Athletic Club Oakland combines a sports bar, restaurant, and social club to offer a unique entertainment experience in the Bay Area.

Athletic Club Oakland is a dynamic venue in the Bay Area that combines a sports bar, restaurant, and social club. Known for its vibrant sports atmosphere, the club has been a favorite spot for sports enthusiasts since 2018. It offers a unique experience with over 30 TV screens, live DJs, and a commitment to showcasing a wide range of sports, including women’s events. The club is located in Oakland’s Uptown district and has been recognized as the best sports bar in the East Bay for four consecutive years.

Recently, Athletic Club Oakland has partnered with culinary experts to enhance its offerings. The collaboration aims to transform the venue into a comprehensive lifestyle destination, featuring a restaurant with global cuisine, an elevated bar with craft cocktails, and a private membership space. This evolution seeks to attract a broader audience by providing a complete dining and social experience, while maintaining its core as a premier sports viewing location.