Friends Bar

Friendly staff and great local crowd! I'm not sure about the specifics, but customers are able to…read moreorder dinner from Frescas, and are able to eat in the bar. Well worth asking the bartender on duty.

This is a fantastic Irish bar in the West Portal area. I was riding my scooter in the area looking…read moreat apartments for rent and to kill time before going to the next area, I decided it best to peruse West Portal as I have about a hr til the next appointment. This is definitely a spot I would frequent regularly if I move into this area, service is great and the vibe is chill.

Back patio

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Philosopher's Club

3.9(161 reviews)

1.1 mi•West Portal

Philosopher's Club is the kind of neighborhood bar that reminds you why people fall in love with…read moreWest Portal. It serves as a true hub for the community. The owners clearly care about both their establishment and the neighborhood. They regularly host fundraisers for the local elementary school and run a holiday toy drive in conjunction with SFFD, which says a lot about where their priorities sit. As for the bar itself, the spirit selection is excellent and the prices are refreshingly reasonable. Adena and Brett are two of the best bartenders in the city. They pour with skill, remember people, and set the tone that makes the place feel welcoming. There's also a charming little patio out back that many people miss. It's worth seeking out if you want a quieter spot to enjoy your drink. A standout of a neighborhood bar and an easy place to become a regular.

Bad quality drinks, sloppy service to downright rude service. Went last week during the weekday…read morenight. 4 people there at 7pm. Go down to McCarthy or Dubliner. Places packed.

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Karl’s Beacon

4.3(66 reviews)

2.0 mi•Parkside

Hell yes to the corn bread and burnt pieces! You won't regret it. Freaking amazing! Only served…read moreThu-Sun

We got: * chicken wings in house sauce, blue cheese,…read morecarrots and celery $16 * side of steak fries $8 * side of onion rings $9 Came here to watch the 49er game since it was walking distance where our friends got there to snag the last free table a half hour before the game started. I recommend placing your FULL order as it will take awhile on game day. Price point the chicken wings were delicious and I would recommend! I was still a bit hungry and my bf ordered me the fried artichokes and the chicken basket but I think since it was such a madhouse, they forgot. Looking forward to trying them next time though! They were attentive with keeping our tables clear of empty glasses, plates etc. Everyone on staff seemed friendly and it was a cool place to hang with everyone and watch the game. Good amount of tvs and a back area. | January 11, 2026 |

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Pork cutlet sandwich

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The Piggy Cheesesteak

Foghorn Taproom

4.0(127 reviews)

2.4 mi•Inner Sunset

This used to be my favorite chicken tender place and my go to comfort food. But, Why did you remove…read morethe bbq maple bacon flavor? This had me buying every week. Bring it back!

*GIVE ALEJANDRO A RAISE AND PROMOTION*…read more Food: the grilled chicken and rice bowl with the veggies skewers and tzatziki sauce was incredible! Service: Alejandro held it down. The entire place was packed and kept growing and his service NEVER faulted. He has a true talent and such a sweet and kind vibe. I will come back here for the food and beer, but mainly just Alejandro. I felt at home while my dads admitted at UCSF waiting for a lung transplant ‍

0.9 mi•Mission Terrace, Outer Mission, Excelsior

New set up

Mediterranean Wrap, Brussel sprouts

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Recovery Room

4.4(70 reviews)

Love this place! Bartenders are amazing and friendly. My girl Korey always has a smile and so…read moreattentive!

The name alone was the reason I wanted to check this place out when it first opened. formerly known…read moreas Pissed Off Pete's and then bought out by the co-owner of the (now closed and conveniently located) Last Stop in Daly City where the Muni 14 Mission bus terminates, Recovery Room is a pet-friendly, laid back dive with a great selection of draft and bottled beers, some cocktails and large flat-screens above the bar area that makes it an ideal spot to catch a game or 3. some memorable personal encounters of mine thru the years include members of the Mongolian national (?) basketball team hanging out and being drunkenly invited by some hella friendly Samoans and Tongans to a biannual picnic at Candlestick Point. there's a back kitchen that dishes out wings, some of the thickest and juiciest burgers around (with plenty of choices for toppings) as well as hot sandwiches that include pastrami and turkey. every once in a while, they'll also feature live music/bands. I think there's even a karaoke night, to boot. though I still miss the Last Stop, Recovery Room has nicely filled in its absence and continues to be one of my favorite bars in this part (Excelsior District) of town.

Inside w/plenty of TV's

Delicious pastrami sandwich.

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Vodka soda

O'Brien's Irish Pub

4.5(125 reviews)

2.3 mi•Parkside

Locally owned & operated

Sports on TV

Go! The food here is good…read more It's pretty low key place with people just hanging out with friends. Unlike most bars and pubs, they are well lit and spacious. The bathrooms are clean. There's a room where you can host a party/gathering at. Their mushy peas has an interesting texture. I don't normally like peas, but ate about half of the serving. Fish & chips was a good portion. Chips are done nicely. Fish was perfectly fried. Crispy on the outside with tender inside. Bangers and mash came with green beans and mushroom gravy. The dish was quite rich and tasty.

They have Irish seisiun music Sundays 6-8pm, except when there is a major game. They have 5 big…read moreTVs. - 5/5: The buffalo wings are great, with real bleu cheese dipping sauce. Small size is 4 for $10. - 4/5: The cottage pie is good. The ground beef could use some veggie bits. $22 - 3/5: The rosemary honey sour is an OK whiskey sour. $14

Buffalo Wings

Fried Fish Tacos

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Grilled Salmon

Underdogs Too

4.0(576 reviews)

3.2 mi•Parkside

This is my go-to spot when I want consistently great tacos and a solid margarita. The food is…read morealways fresh, flavorful, and hits every time, whether you're keeping it simple or trying something new. What really makes this place stand out is the people. The staff (shout out to Kelly and Marcus) are genuinely friendly, attentive without hovering, and clearly take pride in what they're doing. It makes a difference. The atmosphere strikes that perfect balance, lively but still easy to relax and hang out. It's the kind of place you plan to stop by for one drink and end up staying a while. If you're anywhere nearby, it's absolutely worth checking out.

Nick & Kyle were the best hosts - absolutely nailed it - 5 stars…read more Service was awesome!

Cadillac margarita

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The Four Deuces

4.2(114 reviews)

2.5 mi•Parkside

Quality/Quantity - Our local neighborhood bar. Indoor and outdoor seating (smoking)…read more Today it looked like every one went out front to smoke, I did not check to see if the back was closed. My buddy is a regular and knows the team that works here. This has been our go to place when I visit. Beers on tap, full bar, cocktail program, etc. Pool, darts, etc. Events - Bands, live music, etc. Happy hour available. But we always meet late at night as he is just too busy during the day and still has young kids. Atmosphere - Decent size neighborhood bar. Full bar, cocktails, wine, beer, etc. Quiet for a Friday night, which suits me just fine; actually, I prefer it that way. Open 7 days a week from noon till 2am, and we closed the bar, as usual (Yelp hours differ slightly). Events - See their website. Dart league, pool league, etc. Service - Good, not sure if she recognized me as a "regular" or because my buddy who is a regular and showed up later. Always able to open a tab or pay as you go. FYI - Free BBQ on select Sundays and munchies on select nights. Price - $80 + generous tip. Yes, we drink a lot. And could have even drank more. Actually very reasonably priced for SF, considering how many drinks we got today. Just noticed that I can buy pitchers?!?! That might save me a few $$ in the future, lol. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 2013; we have been day one customers. And will still continue to be.

This was the first bars I went to in the Outer Sunset and, years later, it remains one of my…read morefavorites. It cozy with darts, pool, and good, affordable drinks. But the real draw is the amazing community and bartenders. They make it feel like home. We've made great neighborhood friends and the bartenders, Marcus, Margarite, and Betty, have always made us feel so welcome.

5/8/25 FYI. Going to be a good night. Lol.

5/8/25 FYI. Men's room.

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2/20/26 FYI. Henhouse draft

Foghorn Taproom

4.2(221 reviews)

3.3 mi•Inner Richmond

My wife and I were craving a good chicken sandwich, and since I'm always up for a Pliny the Elder,…read moreFoghorn Taproom ended up being the perfect spot. She's not big on spicy food, so we went with a mild chicken sandwich to share. It was my first time not going for the hottest level, and I didn't feel like I was missing out at all. Super flavorful, perfectly cooked, and just an all-around great sandwich. The service was great too. When we arrived there was no line, and they took our order right away. Great food, great beer, and definitely a place we'll keep coming back to.

Got fried chicken sandwich and a beer and it was good!…read more We just casually walked by and saw there was no wait and was starving. Happy we sat down and tried it

A very good hot chicken sandwich

Vegetable Skewers

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Pilsner

The Dubliner

3.9(152 reviews)

1.3 mi•West Portal

Went there on their 10th Anniversary Party on Saturday and had a good time. I remember back in the…read moreday when it was an old man bar. They had drink specials and it was packed, nuts to butts. Grabbed a few doubles with my friends so we would have to go back as quick and sat outside. They had the sidewalk and a parking spot filled up with tables and chairs for the event. The weather was nice and I was in shorts sleeves and I was fine. Finished our drinks and ran off to get food. Stiff drinks, cool bartenders and a good time. I recommend.

I was looking for food but they do not serve food . The bartender was really nice he was helpful…read more The place was nice and the decor was really interesting. Lots of pictures and collections.