Fun pub, came here to watch the game and it was originally pretty empty. Got crowded as the night went on which made the atmosphere lively, but they had plenty of tables fit for big groups. The food and drinks were great, we loved the pulled pork sliders and the pretzel the most! The only thing I wouldn't recommend is the Espressotini, it was a bit too bitter. Would definitely come back. read more

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first time stop by for a quick drink, very good vibes, 7:30pm Thursday night this bar is busy with local people, they also serving food as well, also have a big back room people can eat and drinks watching the sports ! read more

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Food 5.0 | Service 5.0 | Ambiance 5.0 Hours: Closed M&T Sa Su: 10:30AM-2AM | F: 3:30PM-2AM W: 5PM-1AM | Th: 5PM-2AM *BRUNCH SAT & SUN 10:30AM-3PM* CHIEF SULLIVAN's a pub at 622 Green, off Columbus, in North Beach is an often overlooked spot for a meet up for a gathering, full bar, drinks, bar food, and festive atmosphere and friendly staff. Ask for a perfect Guinness pour! Recently dropped by for a Saturday brunch and, boy, was I surprised! Tried: WARM SPICED OATS - Oats simmered w/cinnamon, nutmeg & almond milk, touch of maple syrup. Good vegan offering for breakfast, would order again. CROQUE MADAME - Grilled ham & Gruyére, Béchamel, Sunny-side egg, side of green salad & fruit. CM is a fav and would order again! CRAB CAKE BENEDICT - House crab cakes, spinach & Hollandaise. They do Benedicts very nicely here. Pair a Benedict with a Mimosa or Blood Mary! GLUTEN-FREE ALMOND PANCAKES - Almond flour pancakes w/Maple syrup, whipped butter & seasonal berries. Forgot to add lemon curd option but this was hot, fluffy and really good. I'd ask for extra syrup next time. Definite reorder and a good vegan offering! Paired above with Zero Proof Spritzer and finished with a Bailey's w/coffee, topped w/Bailey's whipped cream! I'll try their Irish Coffee next time, hot or iced. CHIEF SULLIVAN'S was definitely a good find for brunch offerings in North Beach. I'll be back for more BENEDICTS, OMELETTES, SPICY NASHVILLE CHICKEN & WAFFLES, SEARED SALMON, LEMON RICOTTA RAVIOLIS, GARDEN OMELETTE, NY STEAK & EGGS and more! Chief Sullivan's also the official Notre Dame Fighting Irish Supporters Club in SF. So join them for game day! See you there! read more

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In town visiting a friend and we came here to join the ND Club of the Bay Area to watch the Sugar Bowl game. I got a coconut mojito and pretzel, friends got beers, wings, and mozzarella sticks. The mojito is DELICIOUS! Refreshing and not overly sweet. Perfect cocktail for me being a picky drinker. The pretzel order came with 2 and nacho queso, but they had no salt, and one of them was not heated all the way through and we had to send it back to warm up. The mozzarella sticks were shorter and plumper than the usual bar sticks, and the breading was different. They were ok, but when the cheese is that thick, they weren't fully melted in the center. The wings, however, were perfect and .y friends made note to keep this on their list of places with good wings. They were crispy and juicy, and the sauce was really good without being overly spicy. Plus, it was all flats without asking for it and she loved that! Ordered the fries after halftime, and they are bomb! Love me some good shoestring fries that are crisp and salty outside and chewy inside. So good! Definitely get the fries! Panda was our server (and I think the only server for the whole bar tending to all us game watchers), and she was friendly and did a fantastic job keeping on top of every table. The other staff member helping clear tables and run food was also attentive and helped keep tabs on everyone. Not easy to find parking in the area, but overall it was a great spot to hang for the game watch with fellow Irish fans! They have tvs in multiple areas and angles throughout the bar and outside!! read more

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Total gem! We came here on a whim on a Saturday evening, as we'd been wanting to spend more time exploring North Beach. We were drawn to the quaint neighborhood pub appearance, and ended up having a fantastic time here! The interior is very charming, with lots of interesting art painted on the walls, stained glass, cozy wood paneling, and plenty of seating. We plopped ourselves at the relatively empty bar, and were greeted by two very friendly bartenders. The drinks were pretty good, and exactly what I'd expect from a classic sports pub - nothing special, but it got the job done! We tried the Paper Plane, Hot Irish Coffee, and a couple beers. Our drinks were brought out quickly, and they even asked if we wanted to play games at the bar! After obviously saying yes, they brought us a portable Connect Four board, so I was able to dominate my partner at games while we sipped our drinks. The bartenders were lively and friendly, and the atmosphere was great. Chief Sullivan's provided exactly the cozy neighborhood pub vibe we were looking for, and I'm sure we'll be back again! read more

Chief Sullivan's - Play games right at the bar! I was green. Total domination. - Sports Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

We try to get a drink , was pack the place , so we decide to get in line , I was walking through and this man who works there was so rude he scream to me to go to the line , inside say to him I'm doing that so he dream again , I don't know what kind of employees you have , he was so in respect to me . Please keep on eye of this man . Thank you . Atmosphere was horrible ! read more

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had a salad - yum service great - there to watch ND game - we won woohoo! Bar has lots of spirit and room and TV. Space has character and would definitely return to order more food as many were order lots of different things that all smelled great!! read more

Best place for Wednesday bar trivia!! The hosts and bartenders are great and very kind. A lot of open space to sit and chat with friends. Not alcoholic but their lemonade is delicious read more

This bar could be really fun, and from the looks of other reviews, people have had great experiences here. However, the bar manager and staff seemed almost as if they were TRYING to avoid us even though it was a quiet Sunday. For context, we were a group of 3 just hoping to grab a beer or soda and catch up over some appetizers. The bartender was nice enough, VERY zoned out, but nice. Unfortunately though, she poured so much grenadine syrup into one of our drinks that it was actually undrinkable. We were hoping to wash that down with their "famous" warm pretzel, but they were out of pretzels. Sooo we were hoping to be saved by the fries we ordered; it was not fun to watch them sit in the kitchen window for over 10 minutes - with no other food orders coming out - before making it to our table. Then the staff member who served us the fries barely even acknowledged us as he hastily put them down and walked away. Again, the place was quiet. Not busy at all. Overall bummed. Not worth the $. read more

This is a hidden gem in North Beach! We met our son and his gf for pre-dinner cocktails- great wee bar, and place to hang out! Great bar woman - so friendly and welcoming. We had reservations at another restaurant but we'll be back to try their food- highly recommended by our son! read more

Slow to get food over 45 minutes with the Resturant being 1/4 full Service was not great I had to ask for water refills Plates were not cleared right away after each entree Very noisy read more

Friendly staff (hi Freddie!)... full bar... laid back atmosphere... clean. Love it! We'll definitely come back. read more

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Great ambiance. Top notch staff. Killer drinks and food! Love coming here with friends. Valentina is the best! read more

You guys need to get rid of Freddie. This is actually a great Irish bar- fun place, good food, good drinks. But the bar manager, Freddie, is an absolute ass hole and he is the reason I would not recommend going here. There are a ton of other bars in the area. I'd suggest spending your money at any of them before coming here. read more

Cozy Irish bar with lots of indoor space and TVs to watch SF teams. I love the random murals and overall dive-ness of the place. Great place to grab beers before heading to Club Fugazi. read more

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Freddie the bar manager is very rude, not only to patrons but also to his own staff It's not how I expect someone in the service industry to behave like. There's atleast 4 places in the same block that I'd rather take my money to read more

$36 subtotal for a guinness and two basic IPAs is wild, especially for a bar w/ 0 ambience. Recommend Northstar, Boardroom, or anywhere else. read more

Service was good and attentive on a bustling Saturday afternoon. They sat us at the back patio since they were full out front but given we were the only ones sitting there it was a bit odd. We asked to move and they accommodated. Pretzel came with a dope cheese pimento and beers and mixed drinks were both great. read more

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One of my favorite bars in North Beach and in San Francisco. The Lady Bartenders and staff always positive and attentive and even remembered me from my last couple of times being here. 10/10 Recommend - - Trivia on Wednesday's is a must. - Nachos are delicious. - love the dark ambiance, my kind of bar. - Cocktails are delicious and Beer is always cold! read more

Removing the Liverpool FC connections ruined the social atmosphere. It used to attract an international crowd. Seems to be run by people that don't know soccer. Food and drinks still good. Missing the former managers. read more

LOVE this bar. Freddie, Valentina, and their staff are just plain wonderful. Imagine a dive + irish bar with a family vibe. If you can talk shit with love...you'll love this place. read more

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Last night my boyfriend came here to have a beer once he was done he ask for other beer and the bartender girl which her name is Valentina start yelling at him told him not to ask for other beer and for him to go some where else. And even told him don't need to call me to come over I come when I have time. This is very unprofessional of her and has no respect. And she yelled at him very bad and gave him the finger. read more

Been here for awesome breakfast twice then next 3 times either closed with no notice or no food serving anymore. Checked their website for brunch. Now they only have empanadas. That's not brunch food just bites. So sad. read more

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Excellent service! Would come back again soon! The owner is very friendly and nice. My buddies and I had a great time.

The vibes were immaculate and the service was dope the owner was awesome and I had a great time with my homies 10/10 recommend check it out when you're in the Bay Area. Freddy is the man foodsnis amazing too read more

Bleh. Delicious burger- terrible everything else. We came here for brunch prior to the Women's March for breakfast. The atmosphere on the inside mirrors the vibe that the funeral home across the street emits; dark cellar/rainy day blah. The menu says build your own Bloody Mary on weekends, and when I ordered one I was told it was only on Sundays. Took the waiter 10 minutes to greet us despite the eye contact and waves. Our drinks took 25 minutes and they weren't complicated nor was the place packed (he didn't even know what an old fashioned was?). Our food took almost an hour, but we really enjoyed everything; great flavors and my burger was cooked perfectly. But then we asked for hot sauce. .. every bottle in the establishment was empty. I think this place lacks some simple organization that could really elevate customer experiences. And expediter maybe- better trained servers, morning refill duties.. simple yet effective. I will say, their take on eggs Bennie with a Korean tempura twist was delightful. If I were to return, it'd be for that. read more

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Great looking Irish Pub in Little Italy which may be quite appropriate since many Irish & Italians went to the same Catholic church. Classy bar with old style tin ceiling, stained glass, corinthian looking ornate columns. Our friendly bartender from the Ukraine poured us some good brews appropriately from Ireland. Smithwick premium dark ale and Harp, a lighter lager style. After work hour tends to attract the under 40's crowd so the noise level goes up appreciably so it doesn't make for peaceful contemplation over a tawny glass of beer. However, the location does evoke an old world feel with good selection of Irish beer & Irish whiskeys. Éirinn go Brách! 4- yelp stars. read more

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Having lived in North Beach for a while now, this is our neighborhood bar of choice, whether it's to watch our beloved Niners and Giants, hang out with other neighborhood friends and sometimes their dogs, or grab a quick bite to eat (don't miss out on the chicken tenders) - Chief's has it all! read more

I'd like the original owner/place better. It feels like an Irish pub with the stained glass and murals along with some Irish beer but they play 90's and it is more Americanized that I would prefer read more

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Stumbled upon this pub by chance and am so glad we did! The decor is so fun & they are an LFC pub (woot woot). The owner Freddie is an absolute gem; not only did he make the best Irish coffee I've ever had, he spent quite a bit of time chatting with us & suggesting places for us out of towners to check out. Will definitely be back here when we're in town, hopefully when there's an LFC game going on. read more

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Stopped in for a beer on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. Susie our server went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed. The beer was ice cold and the service was impeccable!! Can't wait to visit again soon! read more

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A beautiful bar in North Beach , but the star is Freddy and his great service. He was attentive and friendly, kept pouring us free shots, and offered me a phone charger without being asked. I also had a delicious pulled pork sandwich. Nice selection of beer and booze. Been coming here since it was O'Reilieys will continue every time I visit San Fransisco read more

I think I found my new favorite Irish pub in SF. Sullivan's has a proper traditional Irish pub vibe and menu to back it. All wooden furniture, Harp on draught and just a general old pub vibe to it. Notice how old the fire fighting equipment looks and how it's all segmented. (Of course I am assuming this was just done to match the aesthetics of the pub and they have more "modern" style fire extinguishers somewhere in the back) I really wanted to try the full Irish but they weren't making it anymore at 12pm on Saturday, which should be peak brunch time. And then when I asked for eggs toast and bacon, it came out without any toast. So, minus one star for that. I guess I'll just have to come back earlier in the day to try it again. read more

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If you are seeking a cozy Irish bar with excellent service, loyal patrons, and stiff drinks, look no more! Chief Sullivan's has served as my destination watering hole in more than one occasion. It's a great spot for a date night or wild group night out. The menu contains classic cocktails, swanky handcrafted cocktails, and plenty of draft beers --there's truly something for everyone. The ambiance is friendly and cool. I don't recall the specific night, but live music often livens up the space. I get the vibe that most patrons are chill neighborhood locals. The staff is extremely friendly and accommodating. Last weekend I left my coat behind and was able to retrieve it the next day, thanks to a wonderfully friendly and helpful bartender. You've won my loyalty, Chief Sullivan's! I will certainly be back. read more

Came here on my trip to San Francisco during memorial day weekend. Such a cool pub with good vibes. Friendly staff, good drinks, and cozy environment. Definitely recommend it and will be back when I'm in town! read more

Thank goodness they kept the mural, right? I'm only one of many when I say that the demise of O'Reilly's touched a lot of people in the beach. From the first day Myles opened for business (autumn 1995), this space was a favorite meeting place for us. I myself worked here for their first summer of business (1996). I have many fond memories of the O'Reilly's era. This was also where the 2 best & brightest bartendresses in the hood started out, Deirdre & Orla. And they both still continue to contribute in making the neighborhood shine today. You've got your bar room, & the dining room. It's really a handsome space; it always has been. The new owners have done a great job of keeping the integrity of the original space. The kitchen here is large, so it can easily handle a full house. I was happy to see a shepard's pie on the menu, but what impressed me is the fact that they make their own ketchup & mayo. If you order the steak fries, you get 3 sauces, the house ketchup & mayo, along w a curry sauce. Props. Grilled cheese & a pint? Who doesn't smile at the thought? And reuben egg rolls? Where have you been all my life for chrisakes? Chief Sullivan is a traditional pub flirting w a gastro pub. And they make a great couple. 4 stars. read more

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Those who drink to forget, please pay in advance! I was sad when O'Reilly's closed. At the time it was the only Irish pub in North Beach, or at least the only one I knew about! A few weeks ago I was delighted to discover that Chief Sullivan had replaced O'Reilly's. The owners have not changed the interior much. Except it is a bit brighter and less cluttered on the walls. The Guinness is poured a bit faster than I'd like to see, but it is still cold and tastes just fine! You can still get pub food too, although we did not try any on this visit. Why fill yourself up with junk when you have cold Guinness handy? read more

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Freddy is the best person ever. Took care of me and my friends and made sure everything was okay. I highly recommend coming back here! Vibes were immaculate and everyone was so friendly! Definitely coming back here! read more

So glad to see this place back open. $5 a beer which is a bargain! Good service..... busy bar with great atmosphere. Live band when we returned a few nights later. Bar staff remember you after only one visit which is nice and welcoming. Freddie is a cool guy. Tried the bar food, fab! Went for a drink during weekend before our flight when 'friends with benedicts' was open and it seemed like a big hit. read more

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Best bar in north beach, Valentyna and Jessie and Freddy are the best. We come here all the time and always get treated like family. Great place to watch all games. Liverpool, warriors and niners. This spot is always a great time! read more