Black Oak Tavern

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  Cool bar. Had a band that was kick ass! Beer prices very good. Had an Arrogant Bastard pint for only $6.00!

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  Posted on 10.22.12 Lynda M.

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  Awesome local hangout... not fancy... not trendy .. its been the same for years .. full of townies ... but fabulous for place to shoot back a shot of jamison and grab a pint !

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  Posted on 07.23.11 Glitter G.

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  The Black Oak is my favorite bar in Oneonta. It is a typical Oneonta bar - dirty, loud, and full of townies...but I think they have the best atmosphere in town. I am not a fan of the music that gets played over their speakers but am a fan of the live music there. I like it so much there because they have 2 pool tables, an electronic dart machine, and one of those screens you can play games on...Photo Hunt is so much fun!

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  Posted on 11.09.10 Kassy M.

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  The Oak is an acquired taste -- not for the weak at heart.  Don't be intimidated by the bartenders, they're actually good guys (and girl).  Picture yourself  in a dark room, Radar Love is playing  on the jukebox followed by Wagon Wheel.  A mix of 30 somethings are sitting over their Hennepins and get up to dance...they are here every day.  It smells a little like bleach and last weeks spilled whiskey.  It always feels like 2 am at the Oak.
  
  The drinks are good and cheap (enough).  The bathroom is cleaner than some.  If you're depressive, I'd stay away or at least limit your visits.  Don't order foofy drinks at midnight on a Saturday night otherwise you may get a scowl from the staff.  A fight might break out, but not to worry, the bouncers and bartenders are ready to protect and serve!  The black Oak has been deemed Oneonta's "Gay Bar" but it's more like a place that accepts all.  So, if you're into getting your drink on (gay or straight) and don't mind a little grit, stop in.

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  Posted on 02.13.10 Christina H.

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