Why we opened a restaurant
The boiler room of the Ford Point Assembly Plant was a space naturally destined for a great restaurant – situated on the pier busy with Bay trail traffic and offering wonderful Bay views, a healthy snack fit right in the picture.
The BoilerHouse Restaurant often offers themed menus to the numerous festivals and community events held at the Craneway Pavilion - from BBQ for the Superbowl viewing party to scrumptious vegetarian offerings for participants in yoga classes.
In addition, the opening of the Rosie the Riveter WWII museum offers the opportunity for families to explore the local history. Come join us for lunch, dinner or brunch and discover executive chef Paul Despotakis’s health-conscious offerings inspired by the season, the Bay and the local scene.
Things to Do
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Craneway Pavilion: The awe-inspiring Craneway Pavilion is as state-of-the-art as it is historic – the building features original floors, brickwork, window panes, pulleys and an entire crane left as artifacts. Events schedule at www.craneway.com
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National Park Service Rosie the Riveter WWII Memorial: The new interactive education center and museum located in the historic Oil house of the Ford Assembly building is scheduled to open in spring 2012. www.nps.gov
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Bay Trail: The Bay trail weaves around the South apron of the Craneway. Start from anywhere in Emeryville, Berkeley or Richmond and meet up at the Craneway’s BoilerHouse restaurant for a hearty brunch. Enjoy the spectacular Bay views along the way and at the Craneway. MAP
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Richmond Marina: Sail, walk or bike to and from. Located within walking distance from the Craneway. Also accessible by bicycle from the Craneway.
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Historic Point Richmond: Located approx 10min drive from the Craneway. Also accessible by bicycle from the Craneway.
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Brooks Island: located off the Richmond shoreline, you can catch a great view from the Craneway south pier. The island has a colorful history: after numerous commercial proposals, the island finally became part of the East Bay Regional Park District in 1968 and access is now permitted only as part of their naturalist tour. www.ebparks.org.
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SS Red Oak Victory: Tour the last remaining Victory Ship made in the Richmond Kaiser Shipyards during WWII ware effort. www.ssredoakvictory.com Located approx 10min drive from the Craneway. Also accessible by bicycle from the Craneway.