If I want to relax with a glass of wine or bubbly and spend intimate conversation with a friend, I always come here. It's cozy and comfortable, non-pretentious, and everyone is always friendly. They have great happy hours and there's always something new to try. I always recommend Blush! Does anyone know why their phone number doesn't work? I always get a Verizon message that the number can't be completed as dialed. I also tried emailing them and it bounces back with a "mailbox full" message. read more

This wine bar was a perfect way to start a Valentine's night out in the Castro district! Both the employees were very friendly and attentive of everyone in the bar, and happily answered any questions about wine that we had. I do wish their selection of wines had been slightly bigger but the vinho verde was sooo good I couldn't stop at one glass. The lighting and music help build a perfect ambiance that felt so warm and cozy on the cold rainy night. I will absolutely come back here when I can. read more

Today's HH visit was okay until the bill arrived. Our actual total was about $73. The bartender gave us a QR code to pay, which included an extra $38 totalling $111. After hovering over us like we were about to dine-and-dash, the bartender suddenly teleported to the far end of the bar. If we weren't paying attention, we would have paid an extra $38 plus a $22 tip (i.e., $60) on a $73 tab for disinterested service and stingy pours. When we questioned the total, she casually told us don't use that QR code as it's usually wrong and manually rang up the correct amount. Um, what?! Super shady way to boost her tip to an undeserved 80%. Check your bills, people. read more

Why put a happy hour sign outside on a weekend when it only applies Monday - Friday And the woman who works there is so not friendly read more

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This is wine place to be in The Castro! Great wine selection, hunky and friendly staff with tasty nibblies darling! Check out this hip and casual atmosphere! read more

Great happy hour, lovely candlelit vibes. Perfect place to have a glass of wine before a movie at the Castro.

Cozy wine bar right off Market. Bartender was very friendly and knowledgeable about wine. We ordered sardines and the mixed charcuterie board, everything was tasty and worth getting again. I'm not as knowledgeable about wine but my friends liked the recommendation the bartender recommended. We sat at a shared long table. There was bar seating, a couch, and a few tables. read more

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Stopped by Blush for their happy hour which was an insane deal as they have all their wines by the glass at half price. So depending on the wine you choose, that can be like $6 a glass which is crazy for SF. Our server was very approachable and knowledgeable. Lots of seating and space indoors so it's perfect for a date or to catch up with friends after work. They also have small bites, we ordered a charcuterie board that paired perfectly with our wines. read more

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Being new to San Francisco, we were out exploring the Castro and stopped into BLUSH! on a whim. The vibe immediately stood out--fun, lively, and very much in tune with the neighborhood. It felt like a spot where people come to relax, connect, and enjoy themselves. They have a solid selection of wines and beers, which made it easy to find something everyone could enjoy. The atmosphere felt established and local, and it definitely seems like a place with a lot of regulars who know each other and the space well. While the staff wasn't the most welcoming or friendly, it didn't take away too much from the overall experience. BLUSH! is a great spot to grab a drink and soak in the Castro energy, especially if you're exploring the area. With its vibe and drink selection, it's worth a stop. read more

I came for a quick drink and snack before my commute home. I don't drive btw. I was unsure which wine to try because there were so many new wines and the bartender made the perfect selection for me. It was amazing and exactly how it was described in the menu. I also ordered the ravioli with smoked salmon. It was so creamy and full of flavor. the bar is warm and relaxed. i even made a new local friend read more

Friendly service Date night ambiance Street parking Yummy food. The prosciutto ravioli was rich! I'll get the mushroom one need time. Love how they allow tastings for all their wines Thanks! read more

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Now this is a unique escargot experience. You get all the tools and if you're not careful you even get to live out the Julia Robert's scene from pretty woman when she comments "slippery lil suckers". Give them a try. Have fun. Bartender have always been engaged & helpful in helping us find a wine we like. Thank you. Your smile, patience, and interest is appreciated Seems like a good date spot. I mean why not, quaint, offers some comfy sofas, plenty of wine and tasty bites. So swipe right & go blush ! read more

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What a fun place! Love the live music on Wednesday and Thursday nights ! Great artists ! There is even someone who is inspired enough to write books there! She sells them here! When you walk in, there is a small shelf on the right with 5 or six of her books that you can buy (by the couch against the wall), many written where you can have great wine, atmosphere, and music! Be inspired ! Enjoy life! read more

Don't even think about trying to buy a bottle of wine from this place, unless you enjoy being treated like a criminal and insulted for daring to look at the bottles they have on the shelf. Cute place, shame the service is so poor. read more

Great wine bar.. friendly staff. Great collection of wine by the glass and bottles. Laid back and great for people watching. Nice food too

The cheese sandwich with prosciutto was amazing. However, the server was not really having it. I'd love back for the ambiance because it was very warm and cozy read more

Great food- cheese board and sardines were nice. Fantastic wine. I told the bar tender what kinds of wind I like and he let us try a few until we settled on one. The live music was great too! read more

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Always something new on the menu. Wonderful beers, astounding wines and delicious food. The service is warm and welcoming and friendly, and very knowledgeable. Wine by the glass helps one learn and find just the right beverage. Enjoy! read more

Reserved a space for 12 people for a birthday celebration via email, overall very welcoming and easygoing. No minimum purchase per person was required, which was nice because not everyone in our group was planning to drink. We were charged an automatic 18% large party gratuity. We ordered a bottle of red wine that was more smoky and dry and a bottle of the pride rosé which was a lot lighter and sweeter. With both bottles, we were able to accommodate different people's wine preferences which was nice. The atmosphere was lovely, not too loud and overall very friendly and welcoming wine bar. Thank you for a great time! read more

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Service was the key for me here. The bartender had great opinions and conversation while I waited for my friend. The overall place had a wonderful classy, but still had regulars, vibe. Prices were also pretty good for the area. read more

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My friends I ran in here while we were trying to avoid a stranger we met at a different bar nearby. Blush made the perfect hide out spot. Loved the vibes inside this wine bar! They had a good wine selection and fair pricing for the wine. The employee that helped us did a great job at answering questions about the wine and we enjoyed our sangria. read more

Came here on a Wednesday night and it was packed in a festive way. There was a live band playing and they were absolutely stellar. Everyone seemed very friendly and in warm spirits. We struck on conversation with adjacent patrons. The bartender was tying to solve a Rubik's cube and then gave me a few tries on it. Ultimately told me to just keep it. Quite a friendly spot! read more

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Best hh in town! They have good wine deals during hh. Plus live music - sigh me up! Staff could be warmer but in general they were ok. Would definitely return and recommend to friends read more

Was denied service because the bar tender said my state issued ID wasnt valid, he refused to scan it or check it beyond a glance and threw it back to me and then continued to be very condescending after I asked what the issue was regarding my ID. I am 22, and have never had an issue regarding my ID before today. He said he had training in spotting fakes but obviously not enough. It was disappointing and embarrassing. read more

Beautiful atmosphere. Welcoming and quiet, definitely a great place to relax after work to chill. The beer and wine selection is diverse and unique. read more

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A nice low lit atmosphere, quality wine selection and good friendly service It's a nice place to enjoy some drinks with friends! read more

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After recently attending an event at Blush, it has become my favorite wine bar! The wine selection is amazing, the atmosphere warm and welcoming, and the owners wonderful! Highly recommend Blush to anyone who enjoys wine! read more

Wandered in while in the Castro and it was exactly what I needed. Great atmosphere, great wine selections and the food was a great accompaniment. Staff were helpful and patient, taking an extra couple of minutes to make sure I felt welcome. read more

If i could give 0 stars, I would. From my friends POV, this is the experience that her and I had at Blush this past weekend. - I had a friend come into town to visit me since moving into the city and we decided to go to Blush to meet with a friend and have a bottle of wine. your employee (unsure of his name, mustache with tattoos) came over and greeted us and asked to see our IDs. I have yet to switch my Florida drivers license to a California license since moving to San Francisco about a month ago. your bartender then proceeds to give my friend her ID back and then threw my id on the table even though my hand was reaching out for it. he scoffed and walked away and we were very confused as well as taken aback to what just happened. a few minutes later as we're still waiting for our friend to arrive he looks at us from the bar and says " I just wanted to let you know we probably will not be serving you guys tonight." at this point we were very confused and i asked him why we were being denied when we are both over the age of 21. his response was that he "didn't like our id's" assuming it is because we are from florida. now i am a queer woman who lives in san francisco and i have come to your establishment before with the same bartender and NEVER had this issue. we wanted to come to what we thought was a safe space for me as well as my friend who we were waiting for. I think it was completely unacceptable that we were treated this way due to him not liking our licenses. I am well aware of the political climate we are in currently as well as the political views of the state of Florida. in no way, shape or form do i agree with any of Floridas politics and what is happening in this country. i think it's completely unprofessional to judge and then decided not to serve based off of that. we completely accepted what your bartender said and left absolutely shocked and embarrassed that he did that in front of the entire establishment. again i have been to blush multiple times without an issue in the past but this was completely uncalled for. i don't plan to come back to blush ever again being that your staff member was incredibly rude and his actions were unacceptable. i completely understand that places have the right to refuse service to anyone but we were nothing but respectful and the reasoning is quite honestly bullshit. i just wanted to let whatever management know what occurred and i hope that anyone who comes from out of state does not have the same experience as us. Blush seems like a safe space that is accepting to all humans especially those in the LGBTQIA+ community. Unfortunately i again, a queer woman did not get that same treatment. read more

Great selections, nice location. The service is generally friendly but laid back. I go fairly regularly and appreciate the vibe, and there's live music sometimes as well. read more

Great staff, great wine and great snacks/meals. Wine selection is wide and you will find one you love. Chill vide with art work which displays differently each month. Attracts a nice and friendly clientele. read more

The bar itself is nice and despite being in a smaller space, is organized in such a way as to give room and options for conversations without being crammed. So why not five stars? They have performances sometimes and on the night we went, there was a couple playing guitar and singing and they just kept jacking up the volume until you couldn't hear yourself talk. This is a wine bar, not a concert venue, and people usually come to wine bars to sample good wines and have intimate conversations. But these musicians were really loud and it just killed the vibe of the otherwise intimate space. read more

Personable staff. Nice place to hang. Warm and relaxing and clean. Had an hour to kill. This was a nice find. Would like more wines by the glass or even flights. Would think would be a good idea to sample wines. read more

Great neighborhood wine bar with cheerful service and friendly vibe. French, Spanish and California wines.

This is a long overdue review for one of my favorite wine bars in the city. Wonderful relaxed ambiance, great list of comprehensive yet approachable wines by the glass, and exceptional service. Special shoutout to Jason who is always so kind and accommodating :) read more

We've walked past Blush! many time before but had underestimated how great this place would be, so never dropped in. We finally tried Blush when we got the Broke A** Stuart SF wine passport and Blush was on the list for a free glass of wine. When we entered we were immediately impressed by the live band. We sat down and my boyfriend and I instantly felt like we were in a romantic European wine bar with the dark mood lighting, sparkling lights, and live music. We got too glasses of the house red and a sage burrata to share the glasses were a nice pour (especially considering we were getting them free) and the sage burrata came with a delicious toasted bread. We had a great experience at Blush! and felt like we were transported to another place. I'd recommend it for your next romantic date night. read more

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Blush! is my go-to bar for when I want to catch up with friends. And that's for two reasons: 1) They have a great happy hour until 6pm with 30% of wines (I usually get a bottle ;-) 2) They are just a very unpretentious bar where you can just hang out and don't have to be worried about being judged. In fact, I come here by myself oftentimes...in which case I'll just order a glass of wine ;-) Kudos to the staff as well - they are always so friendly! read more

Still one of the best happy hours in the hood (30% off bottles). They have fun theme nights and live music from time to time and the staff is great. Shoutout to Vincent. I love coming during the winter when I can curl up on the couch, have a glass of warmed mulled wine, and enjoy some good conversation. I also really dig the food. Great cheese plates, escargot and raviolis made in their tiny kitchen. Last time we were there it was on the quieter side and we played a game with the other patrons where we had to try and shoot a cork into a bucket for a free glass. My husband made it in and we were all shocked! Thanks for a fun time, Blush. read more

Adorable and unpretentious wine bar located in the heart of The Castro. Service was relaxed and friendly, the ambiance was cute, and the wine selection was perfect for my palette. I was shockingly surprised with how tasty the ravioli was, so cheesy and fresh. Definitely a hidden gem and a spot I'd gladly go back to. read more

Blush !!!!! The best wine in ALL of San Francisco no doubt the absolute best bartenders around Ive been to so many wine bars in the 2 years ive lived here but NO ONE had been so friendly and welcoming as Jason and Christopher these two handsome Boys never let me down introducing all the best new wines they have and having a cheerful spirit on they face every time i come in . Go to blush you wont forget it !! read more