Little Hill Lounge Up for Sale | Oakland News

Oakland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 5, 2026 · 1m

Little Hill Lounge, El Cerrito’s beloved jazz haven and craft cocktail spot, is up for sale after years of struggle — owners Christ Aivaliotis and Matt Reagan bought it in 2022 with big dreams, only to face costly repairs, mounting debts, and shuttered sister venues. Despite turning the back room into a vibrant music hub and launching Jazz Tuesdays, rising costs and financial strain forced them to pivot, using Little Hill’s revenue to pay off hundreds of thousands in old debts. With relief programs out of reach and no immediate buyers, they’re hoping a new owner will honor its legacy as a…