Berkeley or Bust: who’s going?

[Schnauzer]

Would love to be joining as this is a very fun destination but too many irons in the fire right now. On the other hand, I have committed to a Washington trip for the game there, next year.

 

[STPGopher]

I will be there covering the game for GH!

In game updates?

 

[STPGopher]

It will not sell out. My guess is 40-50K in a 63K capacity stadium.

Thanks. I was wondering what the capacity is.

 

[Roland Brooks]

Cal alum and fan here. A few tips for those who’ve never been before:

There isn’t traditional tailgating. If your alumni association is doing something that will likely be as good as it gets. Otherwise try a local sports bar.
Avoid Greek Row.
Parking is a bitch, give yourself extra time and expect a walk to the stadium.
Make a stop at Top Dog.
Visitors section seating is usually in the SE corner. If you venture just a little north and stay higher up you’ll get the magnificent view of The City and bridges.

Anything else? Ask away.

Any good sports bars for Sunday’s NFL games around Residence Stadium Inn Berkeley? Thank you….

 

[66stang408]

Any good sports bars for Sunday’s NFL games around Residence Stadium Inn Berkeley? Thank you….

is the residence inn on shattuck? I think Jupiters still around and it was always a decent place... i wouldn't call it a "sports bar" but they have TVs and you should be able to catch a game.

before the game you can stop by Henrys on the way to the stadium. Get a Golden Bear. They're yummy.

 

[66stang408]

Would love to be joining as this is a very fun destination but too many irons in the fire right now. On the other hand, I have committed to a Washington trip for the game there, next year.

Washington is definitely worth a trip. Great views of the water from the stadium (even if i, apparently in the minority, find the stadium itself pretty ugly). Their campus is a lot like Cal's, just... greener, as you'd expect in the PNW

 

[MinneNoVA]

Flying into SFO on Friday. Taking my brother-in-law and nephew to the game. I also had to purchased tickets through Cal Athletics, as Gopher Athletics had stopped selling tickets.

Planning to use BART (I've been to the Bay Area a lot - public transport is very good) as well. Good advice to avoid Fraternity Row. Went to the Minnesota-Cal game in 2006 and walked to/from the stadium along Channing Way. Suffice to say, the Frat boys were pretty cl-ASS-less.

 

[T4K]

is the residence inn on shattuck? I think Jupiters still around and it was always a decent place... i wouldn't call it a "sports bar" but they have TVs and you should be able to catch a game.

before the game you can stop by Henrys on the way to the stadium. Get a Golden Bear. They're yummy.

@Roland Brooks - you got me with that one. Your hotel is on a side of campus I don’t really know that well. Sorry

 

[PMWinSTP]

It will not sell out. My guess is 40-50K in a 63K capacity stadium.

Thanks! Any thoughts on Triple Rock Brewing and Jupiter?

 

[PMWinSTP]

Flying into SFO on Friday. Taking my brother-in-law and nephew to the game. I also had to purchased tickets through Cal Athletics, as Gopher Athletics had stopped selling tickets.

Planning to use BART (I've been to the Bay Area a lot - public transport is very good) as well. Good advice to avoid Fraternity Row. Went to the Minnesota-Cal game in 2006 and walked to/from the stadium along Channing Way. Suffice to say, the Frat boys were pretty cl-ASS-less.

Had the same experience with frat row a few years back for the Sparty game. They were church mouses on the walk back past them after the game.

 

[PMWinSTP]

Washington is definitely worth a trip. Great views of the water from the stadium (even if i, apparently in the minority, find the stadium itself pretty ugly). Their campus is a lot like Cal's, just... greener, as you'd expect in the PNW

Yeah, many things to do in Jet City. Pike Place Market should be near the top of the list. You can easily spend a half day there. Also recommend hitting an Ivar's for some great fast fresh seafood.