Doucet Saloon

ducets is the shit most of the time its "homey" and most everyone has fun i like that there is a back padio so u can take ur drink out back when ur smoking. there is barley ever drama so thats whats up

I'm a spawn of the city of Hayward. Therefore, since turning 21, I've naturally patronized Hayward bars. I do venture outside the city, but with BART stopping at midnight, Hayward is generally just easier a lot of the time.

Still, Castro Valley is just a short drive or a longish walk away from my downtown apartment. So I was surprised that I wasn't acquainted with Doucet Saloon sooner, or "Doucet's" as everyone calls it.

What makes Doucet's different from other bars in the area is that it's full of 20-somethings (unlike Hayward, where sports dad and barflies often occupy downtown). Doucet's can feel a bit like a high school reunion, but luckily for me, I didn't go to Castro Valley High. The bar is littered with bumper stickers full of clever and tacky sayings, and all of the bartenders are pretty chill. I do feel like the crowds of youth are usually concentrated around the bar, the pool table, and out back, so it can get a little claustrophobic. The rest of the inside seems to be consumed in tables and chairs. It would be great if they cleared some out and put some benches or lounge chairs to create more of an open, welcoming space.

The women's bathroom is always pretty clean, with multiple stalls and sinks. It never seems to have a line, which is kind of weird for a bar, but awesome.

All in all, Doucet's is a win considering it's not near BART. I will come here more often... when I have a ride.

Peggy Sue I was thinking of you . It is Harry the sound guy from the old days . love ya