pasta was perfectly al dente and the sauce tasted like it simmered all day, tiramisu was light and dangerous ‍

Came here with friends and was too caught up in the moment to take photos. I'll update next time because this is definitely a spot I'll be returning to. The cocktails were delicious, fun, and had a bit of a tiki vibe. I had El Gruño, which was something I haven't seen on a menu before: mezcal, fernet branca, ancho reyes, a strawberry balsamic shrub, lemon, and ginger beer. Super unique and really well balanced. My partner had the Silk Road and loved it. The drink had a lot is going on with the ingredients, but it all worked beautifully. The food was also excellent. The fries were house cut and twice fried, giving them that perfect crunchy outside and fluffy inside. The Braised Pork Tacos with Recado Negro pork were a standout. They were unique, deeply flavorful, and something I'll absolutely be back for. Service was fantastic. The bartender was friendly, funny, and full of great recommendations. He made us feel genuinely welcome, not just like customers, which really elevated the whole experience. Already looking forward to my next visit. read more

most delicious juiciest burger ever. fun place to go with chill aesthetic with friends, coworkers or even a date night. they have comfy couches/cool chairs, a photo booth, pool. literally such good vibes in there with unique cocktails, an easy to order process, and food worth remembering! read more

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Went here with a group of friends and really enjoyed the cozy atmosphere and drinks. They had an array of NA and regular cocktails to choose from. The bartenders were friendly as well. read more

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Amazing decor and atmosphere, got very crowded, long line for cocktails. Small space for playing pool, kept bumping into people. Good to lounge in groups in the back if you can get a spot! read more

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My friends and I were bar hopping for some drinks before our show in the city. We were nearby and decided to check it out. Upon entering, I just loved how spacious this place was. The ambiance and vibes were soo chill. Lots of people on a Friday night. We were able to get a booth near the back. They even have a photo booth and pool table in this bar. I like their drink selection. I went with the Silk Road {vodka, pisco, apricot, pandan, makrut lime leaf, ginger, pineapple, lime, genmaicha, and lemongrass. The drink was easy to drink and tasted great. I'd order this again. Also, their restroom is on the nicer ones I've been to. I can't wait to come back next time to explore more of their drinks and food! read more

Lots of seating like sofas stools chairs in groups so they can accommodate many large groups at once. Really festively decorated for Christmas time, it makes me happy being surrounded by twinkle lights, gather with good company, and sip on some drink cocktails together. Just being together. Server came to the table to take orders and will come back to take more orders if needed read more

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Evil Eye is such a cool bar to be at! We ate dinner nearby and walked over to the bar to get a drink before heading to an event later that evening. Although it looks small on the outside, there's plenty of space on the inside. Perfect for large groups! There's booths, bar seating, and couch seating which made it a very comfortable chill experience. You can tell there was a lot of effort put into the decor. It really added to the ambiance. There was a QR code on the table with the menu. The food and cocktails were extensive. They all sounded appetizing. I immediately was drawn to the ¡Coraje! cocktail which has mezcal, cold brew coffee, vanilla liqueur, nori, coconut cream, and sesame. I needed something with caffeine so I can stay awake since I tend to knock out when drinking. This was a really delicious cocktail coming from someone that doesn't drink often. You can barely taste the alcohol which I appreciated. My friends ordered the Toddy Time since they wanted a hot beverage. It was also really good. It tasted like lemon tea with ginger. You could barely taste any alcohol as well. This is such a hidden gem, would definitely recommend! read more

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Great service, excellent cocktails, tacos go incredibly hard, has outdoor seating; that's everything I want from a bar

The vibe here is spot on, and the cocktails somehow manage to top it. The bartenders clearly know what they're doing. Those small plates? Just right with a drink in hand. If you're after a dimly lit, stylish place for a night out, this is it. The tapas are a must. read more

Lots of seatings, super cozy vibes, cool furnitures, pool table, a photo booth, great cocktails, and very friendly bartenders. Had a great experience hanging out with my friends here and it is a very memorable bar with a unique identity. I would say it is a must visit bar in the Mission! read more

Fun cocktail bar with interesting drinks! The atmosphere is fun and they have pool and pinball which I always love! The bartenders are nice and make good drinks. Overall a nice spot! read more

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Other than bandwidth, I'm not sure what's taken me so long to review this roomy, hipster-geared bar. For some obtuse reason, the supernatural name reminds me of that whacked Whitney Houston interview with Oprah when she said Bobby painted evil eyes all over the white walls of their mansion. Gratefully there's no such vibe here as the interior feels more like a vintage parlor with plush couches, leather booths, and polished wood framing. I've yet to have any of their bar bites though I've heard good things. I usually just sit at the long, austere bar and nurse a cocktail. This is not a Happy Hour operation nor is it within proximity of a dive. My ample-size Makers Mark & Ginger Beer was $11.95 (photo: https://yelp.to/2NcjsCOG-D. On my most recent visits, I took advantage of their specialty cocktail menu. The $16 Silk Road provided a refreshing tanginess befitting of its evocative name (photo: https://yelp.to/IGLbVnG8oU). It mixed vodka, pisco, apricot, pandan, makrut lime leaf, ginger, pineapple, and lime. Another I've tried was the $16 Devil's in the Details, a whipsnap concoction of bourbon, ginger, coffee liqueur, sweet passionfruit syrup, and lemon (photo: https://yelp.to/UJR4inCOHW). I also want to mention the crew here has always been social without forcing it no matter who the bartender is here. The owners hire well here. I'm sure I'll continue my regular patronage unless they start randomly painting evil eyes on the wall. DRINKS - 4 stars...not cheap but the cocktails were creative AMBIANCE - 5 stars...definitely comfy in a vintage way SERVICE - 4.5 stars...solid bartenders here TOTAL - 4 stars...close to 5 if I came more often RELATED - Exploring the Mission? Here's my collection of places I've patronized and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2NHtst6 read more

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It was crowded at the bar on a Saturday night around 10:30pm, but there was some patio seating out front as well as several lounge and booth seating options in the back in which we were able to find a place to sit. The interior and furnishings had a quirky vintage vibe, with a bit of halloween decor during our visit in late October. There were also a couple of pinball machines near the entrance and a pool table toward the rear section of the venue. The wait for service at the bar wasn't bad, as they had 3 bartenders serving customers. We got the silk road and a whiskey sour, and the drinks were alright, nothing too special. However they do include egg whites in the whiskey sour, worth noting if you have a preference for the way this cocktail is made. read more

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Been here a couple of times and really enjoyed each time. The cocktails are creative and have unique flavors to stand out from other places. The fried chicken dish is insanely delicious and craveable. First time having deviled eggs was here and these beet pickled ones with the crispy pork skin chicharron on top were a great first impression. Again, really creative with the dishes too. I like the loungey and laid back interior with low lightinf, funky decor and furniture, pool table and photo booth. We sat in the same booth both times and they come to take your order and bring the items to you. Overall a solid spot to hang for drinks and snacks. Looking forward to going back soon! read more

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Evil eye is cool chill spot I the mission. I haven't tried their food yet but next time I go I will. I loved their Halloween decorations. Their service was amazing. I wasn't expecting tall cans but hey worth it. I recommend it if you're meeting up with friends after work or birthday or if you need a drink after work. read more

I came here for a birthday bar crawl and absolutely loved it. They shake a good martini! It's also nice to have the food option and I like the attentive service. Clean, fun decor. I've been back twice since my crawl and I have sung its praises to my neighbors and friends. read more

One of the best bars I've been to in SF with unique drinks (some with Asian flavors) and shockingly great food. This is the perfect place to go for a first date, a quick drink before a show or dinner, or a chill place to catch up with friends. The drink menu is EXTENSIVE and contains a lot of unique finds that I have not seen at other bars. As someone that is a sucker for passionfruit flavored drinks, the Devils in the Detail was my favorite drink. And the food, don't get me started! The fries are perfectly seasoned with smoked paprika. And the brioche donut is super warm and buttery, almost like a warm Christmas hug in your mouth. I was shocked how high quality the food is, and even more shocked I have not heard more praise of this bar. You NEED to check this place out. read more

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A chic yet refreshingly unpretentious spot with killer craft cocktails, buttery leather chairs (perfect for squad reservations), a pool table, and artsy rustic flair scattered throughout. What's not to adore? Bonus points for its low-key romantic vibe--ideal for bringing your Friday baddie, who may or may not believe you're cooler than you actually are. read more

Evil eye is a great bar. They have food and drink options available. There is also a pool table! if you have dollars you can exchange them for quarters with the bartenders. This place has a really cool vibe. It is decorated very nicely. There is also pinball and a photobooth! recommend this place for a chill night with friends! read more

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The bartenders were very nice and made amazing drinks, they heard me out and recommended a drink for me based on my typical favorite drink of a dirty dry gin martini, the bartender with black gauges said I'd like a liquid sunlight and he was 100% right. We may have come off a little strong towards the end of the night as drunk girls, but we meant nothing but respect for the bartender who had made our night for the past few hours. He is a wonderful worker, thank you for your excellent service. The bar itself has a wonderful ambience. He also got my friend's name right on first guess, which made his night. Thank you Evil Eye Staff. read more

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I wanted to thank the homie Zack for making me the highest quality drinks I've ever had in my life. The staff that the bar were very friendly and helpful. Zack offered to may me his favorite (I agreed) After a couple mins the drink was placed in front of me. (Omg). This was out of this world. Thank you Zack. This was a great experience. read more

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Wonderful bar with great cocktails, good service and a very cool space. Sat in the back on a couch with friends and enjoyed the Devils in the Details cocktail. My friends got the Inherent Vice which they liked. Not too loud, good place to hang, closes at like 12 which felt early. Had a pool table that was popular. read more

Such a fun (and very popular!) bar. When our group of 9 arrived for after dinner drinks on a Saturday night, it was packed! Luckily, there were still seats available in the parklet outside. We just had to brave the SF chill a bit. There are QR codes all around for you to view the menu, but you'll still have to order at the bar. From there, you can take your drink to the outside parklet or wherever you're sitting. After the night went on and we got colder, we eventually found an empty couch right inside also. Love the decor of the space. There's so much to look and the colors are beautiful. They have arcade games up front and a pool table farther in, if you're looking for activities. It's still a busy bar, so prepare to speak loudly or get close when you're having a conversation. As for the drinks, the cocktail menu here is really impressive. I tried the inherent vice with rum, cold brew, coconut cream, orange, strawberry, and nutmeg. So good and so dangerous. I could drink that all night! They also have an extensive menu of food and non alcoholic drinks, so there's something for everyone. read more

Evil Eye the perfect example of what it means to be an exceptional bar. As a bartender myself, I've been in the industry long enough to know what makes a bar worth my time - this bar has it all, literally. Among the cozy and beautiful aesthetics of the bar, you'll find flavorful food and delicious cocktails (and a pool table!!). To top it off, the staff are amazing and incredibly kind; every interaction with them has left me wanting to come back. Cannot sing this bar's praises enough. If you're considering a visit, let this be your sign. read more

Overall good vibes even on a Monday night! We got the hot toddy and liquid sunshine with the shroom Tartine.. followed by kali mojo and padrino which were decent for a second round read more

The bouncer was incredibly rude to us and would not let us in, claiming I had a fake ID when I have never been turned away before. He claimed I was too short, and that I did not have black eyes, when clearly I did. When I asked him to shine a light on the ID to test its authenticity, he refused, saying that my request was disrespectful. He was also extremely rude to my girlfriend, and then immediately started bragging to his coworker that he had turned us away. read more

Great spot! Love the decorative vibe inside. Photo booth, cozy leather couches, great music and yummy bites. They have a handful of signature cocktails but of course a full bar if you want something in particular. Prices are a little high but worth grabbing a couple to try out their unique menu. read more

This place is one of my favorite spots in the city.... Why? First off the stools at the bar are extremely comfortable and you can spin around in them, and the back areas for seating are so clean and comfy! The food is on point. I really recommend the fries, smoked shrooms, and the chicken sandwiches. They also just have as phenomenal section of mocktails and I crave their shrub and soda constantly! Bartenders are great, and it's easy to just keep your own tab going. This is my go to spot in the city for my friends. It's so rare to go to a bar where you have a diverse selection of bites and treats! read more

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Very cute place but the service and pricing threw me off. I came here on a weekday so it was not busy at all. When we entered, we were confused if we order at the bar and sit, wait for a server, or sit and wait for a server. No one greeted us or said anything. The bartender was chatting with their friends sitting at the bar which was fine but it carried on very long and it got awkward with us just standing there not knowing what to do. There was another guy that was walking from the kitchen to the bar also ignoring us. So we stood by the bar waiting and I guess one of the workers overheard me discussing with my friend what we were going to order. When I looked up he repeated my order and I was caught off guard since he was cleaning cups. I had to ask what the protocol was. No one ever came to check on us after we got the drinks and we had to walk back to the bar to order. On a busy day I can see how this would work but there were only two other tables there. You also order the food on your phone but everything else you go to the bar... When I paid for my tab I was shocked that 2 drinks each (4 total) costs so much. I ordered the "spiked passionfruit" which in theory and in the details is a passionfruit drink with your choice of liquor. They told me they didn't have Grey Goose so I ordered Titos because there wasn't much of an option for vodka. To my surprise, I was charged extra? On my bill it said $16 for the "spiked passionfruit" and +$$ for the shot of Titos. So if that were the case, I paid $16 for passionfruit juice and then some for a shot of vodka? Makes no sense and if outrageously expensive! Especially for a cocktail that is just juice, splash of vodka and a huge chunk of ice. I really like the interior of this place, and I think it's a wonderful hang out spot, but everything from the service and prices puts me off. read more

We absolutely LOVED this bar! We were looking for a nice cozy bar to catch up and after one failed attempt we found Evil Eye. It was spacious, had a nice cozy couch, and a pool. The burger was also delicious and the drinks were fantastic. We will definitely come back when we are around the area! read more

Love the vibes of this place. The back area is spacious with lots of lounge-style seating and booths, plus a pool table. Lighting is just dim enough and it's a great place for pre/post dinner drinks where the ambient noise in the room is such that you can still have conversation with friends but just have to slightly elevate your voice. Bartenders are attentive, fast, and knowledgeable. The cocktail selection is extensive, with really distinctive and interesting flavors: - Devils in the details: really strong and tasty. You wouldn't think that ginger, coffee liqueur, and passion fruit would go with each other, but you can really taste each element in the drink combining into such a complex deep flavor with the bourbon. - Spiked passion fruit lemonade with dark rum: refreshing, sweet, and easy to drink, with that same house made passion fruit syrup. - Silk Road: super light and refreshing with a sweet and slightly creamy pandan aftertaste. Extremely unique, highly recommend this one. The food is SHOCKINGLY good, much better than any other bar food I've had. - Smoked shrooms: yes, this is how you prepare mushrooms!! They are delicious. Didn't really like the forbidden rice cake on the side though - Orange chicken: perfectly crispy, with a thin batter and good bite size. Pairs very well with the tangy and creamy sauce Overall, very glad to have checked this place out. Will definitely be back soon! read more

10/10 will come back! Drinks, lighting, seating, all of it was on point. There was plenty of seating, low mood lighting, and the music (at least while we were there) wasn't too loud. We had the fries which were good, and I ordered the Red Right Hand. I really liked the spice and different flavor it added. My friend is a huge mezcal lover and she ordered two of their mezcal drinks. Will come back to try more! read more

Surprisingly, we found the food to be excellent while the drinks were just ok. I do love the space - it is eccentric, vintage, has lots of detailing, and tons of gorgeous plants. THE WAIT None on a Thursday evening in June. We were there from about 6-8pm. A few other small groups were there. We had our choice of seating. THE COST $107.42 before tips for 1 starter, 2 entrees, and 4 drinks. THE DRINKS * Drunken sailor - 3 stars Fruity and refreshing, but not as interesting complex as I remember from my last time here. * Devil's in the details - 3.5 stars Even though this was booze forward, I found this interesting and refreshing! It was good. I could taste ginger and lemon up front, with coffee as an aftertaste. * El Gruno - 3.5 stars This was super complex, taking your tongue through a ride of probably four different flavors, between refreshing, herbaceous, smoky, sweet, and licorice. * Pale rider - 2 stars While this looks beautiful, it had a weird bitter tonic flavor. The strongest flavors were stale ice, rosemary, lemon. THE FOOD * Chicken Liver Mousse - 4.5 stars The jam is great and complements the liver mousse (which is very tasty) extremely well. Crisp bread, over toasted. We did get free bread refills! * The Burger - 4 stars. Great flavors, tasty patty, nice thick fries. * Fried Chicken Sandwich - 4.5 stars Excellent, thick crisp breading, yet there was a moist texture to the meat. Of Montreal, tune yards, clap your hands say yeah, grizzly bear read more

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The ambiance of this place is great. Great tasty cocktail spot in the mission. If you go on a weekday a lot calmer vibes, but on a weekend can be a lot busier! Cocktails range from $15-20. I would recommend! read more

Racism at its finest. Came her to meet a friend the other night and the bouncer was very strange. I told him I wanted to sit outside, as I sat there for about 10mins he comes an ask I would like to order. I said yes thinking he would get someone to assist. Instead he says if you want your food fast you have to order at the bar. So I'm like ok hold on let me get my ID, so I sat back down (outside). To get inside you'll vaccinated card and ID he was very surprises at had both. Proceeded to the bar hung there for about 4mins someone(the olderan) ask me what I wanted and I was thinking and he just walked away.. I understand it was a busy night, but for real no customer service. When it comes to the menu you have to scan the code. My phone for some reason no longer does that. So he tried to help me with an attitude. I even asked him can he pull it up on his phone, he didn't. So he says try your phone again, still nothing. I ask him can you tell me, what's on the menu? The menu? You know burgers. Do you still have deviled eggs? Yes. What about chicken wings? Yes, but it's orange chicken. He said they had grilled/crispy chicken sandwich so I got the grilled one and a dirty Martini that wasn't dirty at all and one pitted olive. Thanks for the heads up! Took a long while (35-50 mims) to get my food. By then my party coming from across town showed up. The burger Indian style with yogurt sauce, and 2 little chicken thighs? I guess. It was a huge sloppy mess. I thought I was on a Carl's Junior commercial. The meat was under cooked still pink, which caused me problems later on. As for the hand full of fries, they gave me the bottom of the basket (All crisp no potato). I took back the burger, and they offered to cook another I declined, No thanks! So they yes they by now offered me fries. They came out hotter than the other ones/had potato/ and some king of Indian spice seasoning, that the first ones did not have. They was alright. My party ask about the menu they gave her attitude So she just got a Cadillac Margarita nothing else do to their poor customer service. It was just pure shock because when we came last time wasn't treated like this. They claim to change their menu every week so beware of your favorite dishes disappearing. I forgot to mention the bouncer let another party take my seat. After I rearranged their broken chair and wiped down the table for my party smh. Stay away!!! there are better bars that serve food that has a consistent menu or even farm to table. (NOT THIS PLACE) read more

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Dark and vibey bar with elevated bar food. The chicken liver mousse is a personal favorite. read more

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Kudos to John C. for this quick cocktail pit stop. The Evil Eye is a super laid back cocktail bar that looks and smells like an old library. Weathered, cozy and oddly familiar. There's no beer or wine served here that I saw, it's strictly a cocktail bar. The drinks here run the gambit of basic to extra. We hit both ends of the spectrum. I was told to order the peanut butter cocktail, which for the life of me I can't remember the name, and it was delicious. Just imagine a liquified Payday Bar and you have the flavor profile. Drink this quick because after it sits for a bit the flavor changes and it becomes odd for lack of a better term. I also tried their Smoked Paloma which is mezcal, grapefruit, amaro, agave, salt, and soda. I have become a Mezcal fan in the last year and this was by far my fav drink of the night. It would be my go to if I lived in the neighborhood. The bartenders here were awesome considering we came in thirteen deep and all ordered different drinks. Shout out to the crew at Evil Eye and stop by if you're in the hood! read more

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I was really excited to check out Evil Eye, but didn't meet the high expectations I had. Overall a good spot, but has to be the vibe you're looking for. We came for happy hour time frame, was very quiet, which can be ideal for some, but not necessarily the vibe we were going for. The deviled eggs were unique, but pretty tasty and the fries had a solid seasoning. The condiments that came with the fries were pretty light for the amount of food, so be sure to ask for extra mayo/ketchup to start. Both the drunken sailor and limeade were good but at the price point, we decided to move to another bar in the area. read more

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They know there drinks & the drinks where good. Ambiance was aesthetically pleasing. No waiting for drinks. They do close early for a bar. They aren't the only ones but a printed menu is more to my liking. Nothing fancy just a piece of paper. read more