Mad Oak provides authentic analog photochemical photo booth sessions in Oakland, California, United States, preserving classic analog darkroom chemistry. With over 40 beers on tap, Mad Oak is a great place to grab a drink and snap some pics. Stop by on Tuesday night for some trivia.
Opening hours for Mad Oak: Daily Open.
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Mad Oak · Oakland
Mad Oak
OperationalOakland
Mad Oak is listed as operational in Oakland, California, United States. Photo strips, cash only.
Location & directions
135 12th St, Oakland, California, United States
37.79986, -122.26464
Telemetry
- Hours today
- Daily Openopen now
- Payment
- Cash Only
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Knowledge base
Frequently asked questions about Mad Oak
Is the photo booth at Mad Oak still working?
Yes, as far as we know. We last checked on May 18, 2026. If you turn up and it's out of order, tap "Report an issue" on this page so the next person doesn't waste a trip.
How much is a strip at Mad Oak, and can I pay by card?
The price is posted on the machine. Cash only — bring coins or small notes. Most analog booths in this range run a few pounds, euros or dollars a strip.
Is Mad Oak a real film photo booth or a digital one?
Real film. The strip is developed with real photo chemistry inside the machine, so give it a few minutes to drop.
Do I need to book, or can I just walk up to Mad Oak?
Just walk up. It's a coin-op booth, not a hire service — no booking, no attendant. If the venue is open, the booth is on.
How many photos do you get at Mad Oak, and how long does it take?
One strip of four shots. The machine takes the four in quick succession, then develops the strip on the spot — usually three to five minutes before it drops into the slot.
What time can I use the booth at Mad Oak?
Daily Open. The booth is inside the venue, so those are the hours that matter.
How do I get to Mad Oak?
It's at 135 12th St, Oakland, California. Use the map above for transit, walking or driving directions from wherever you are.
Can I get into Mad Oak with a wheelchair or a pram?
We haven't checked access at this venue. Classic booths have a fixed bench and a curtain, so the booth itself is a tight fit; the venue's own access is the thing to ask them about.
What if the booth at Mad Oak is out of order when I get there?
It happens — these machines are decades old. Scroll to "Nearest booths" in Oakland for the closest alternative, and tap "Report an issue" so we can flag it for everyone else.
When was Mad Oak last checked?
May 18, 2026, by us. If you've been more recently, mark it visited on this page — that's how we keep listings honest.
About
With over 40 beers on tap, Mad Oak is a great place to grab a drink and snap some pics. Stop by on Tuesday night for some trivia.
Hours
Daily Open
Verification
- Status
- Operational
- Last checked
- May 18, 2026
- Source
- community sources
- Classification
- Analog
- Listing updated
- May 18, 2026
- Photo signals
- 0
