Why The Iconic Claremont Hotel Was Dry For So Long

<p>The Claremont Hotel in Oakland was once the biggest hotel on the West Coast. With it’s castle-like architecture and primo views, it’s been a stomping grounds for celebrities and dignitaries since it opened in 1915. But in the years before and after Prohibition, the hotel lacked an amenity that might surprise you. It didn’t have a bar. Speculation has long flown around about why — and this week on Bay Curious we talk to the experts to set the record straight.</p><p>Additional Reading:</p> A ‘No Booze Zone’ Around UC Berkeley? It’s Real — and Why the Claremont Hote...