Happy Lounge

Cash only! Had to walk to the Chase Bank down the street to get cash…read more The bartender was a hilarious crusty lady. The live music was fun for dancing. I love seeing a group of octogenarians playing saxophone while their counterparts cut a rug on the dance floor.

The bartender that was male and elderly was making me extremely uncomfortable and over pouring my…read moredrinks. He usually wears a baseball cap and eyeglasses. Pretty clear that he cannot handle a busy bar on his own. On another note GG Amos band or singer pessimist as usual and asking for donations to buy groceries. Plenty of other bars or bartenders to be served from. Do not come here in the late Tuesday evenings.

Mitch Polzak with bartender. Such a great show!!

The bar. Notice the cut up beer boxes posted so you know what they have.

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Tempest

4.1(845 reviews)

2.9 mi•SoMa

Solid food and a laid-back bar atmosphere. The burger and fries were the highlight--cooked just…read moreright, full of flavor, and served hot. The fries paired perfectly with the burger and made for a really satisfying meal. One thing that really stands out is the drink selection. There are plenty of options to choose from, whether you're into beer, cocktails, or something simple. It's a great place to grab a drink and relax with friends or unwind after a long day. The vibe is casual and welcoming, with a clean space and a fun, no-frills atmosphere that fits perfectly with the location. The staff were friendly and kept things moving smoothly, adding to the overall experience. Between the great food, wide drink selection, and relaxed environment, Tempest Bar & Box Kitchen is definitely worth checking out. A solid go-to spot in San Francisco for a good burger and a drink. Highly recommend!

Loved the Impossible meatball sandwich (RIP). Sadly, it is no longer. And there are no reasonable…read moreoptions for vegetarians other than fries. Bartender highly recommended the vegetarian chicken sandwich. It is the most disgusting sandwich I have ever had. Over-fried, rock hard vegan chicken nuggets with a slop of coleslaw dripping in mayonnaise and garlic aioli. This may serve as bar food after a few drinks, but the term food is a loose interpretation. Fries were good. Diet Coke was alright.

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Last Call Bar

4.5(135 reviews)

2.0 mi•Castro

Excellent, strong cocktails. Beautiful vibey bar. Good service. And close to all the good Castro…read moreclubs.

I don't remember when was the last time I was in this bar. come to this be to meet up some friends…read morewhile I was waiting I ordered a drink. the bartender was friendly, the drink was good. and the bartender told me have a new owner, the bar look clean

The bar

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Phone Booth

3.9(279 reviews)

3.2 mi•Mission

Cool little dive bar that's clean. Interesting and friendly people. No nonsense and a pool table…read more Can't wait to go back. Excellent locals spot.

My margarita was even good and tasted watered down. The service was a bit rude and stand off-ish. I…read moreoverheard the bartender speaking with another customer telling them to wait to order since another customer needs their order taken. The way he said it was unexpectedly rude. I wanted a Midori sour and they agreed, moments later, they came back and said didn't have anymore sours. Alright a margarita it is. Probably the my worst margarita I've ever had. I still finished my drink but wasn't satisfied. The bar is kinda small and cramped. Dimly lit. It's CASH only. Limited seating. Has 1 pool table. Unfortunately I will not be coming back.

Margarita

As immortalised in one of my favourite songs ever.

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Butter

4.1(1.2k reviews)

2.6 mi•SoMa

Amazing dive bar in SF. Always packed full (but not too full) and the drinks are top notch. Great…read moreenergy and friendly staff. :)

One of my favorite dives in SF! Always a good time, good music and I love that they have food, the…read moreJell-O shots are nostalgic and a get you where you need to be! Lol bartenders are chill and very friendly. Love this place!

2.9 mi•Union Square, Financial District

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Tunnel Top

4.0(852 reviews)

We found this hidden gem , just walking to our hotel . We went 3 days in a row. The service is…read moreamazing , thy make you feel like a local . It's a local bar vibe . Every bartender we meet was amazing. This place is a must for anyone remotely close. I will be back in a few months.

No food here. It's a bar. Little local bar. And it's great…read more We had a great time. Place was packed, everyone talking singing along to the music, friendly. Bartender was busy but attentive and friendly- he's also French- probably why he's so friendly. Had a great vodka Collins and margarita.

Interior upstairs lounge

Old Fashioned

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Horseshoe Tavern

3.9(314 reviews)

1.9 mi•Marina/Cow Hollow

My friend and I were in the Marina after an event at Fort Mason, and were looking for a low-key bar…read moreto get a drink. Fortunately, we were lucky to stumble across Horseshoe Tavern, as it immediately gave across a welcoming and comfortable vibe. Although there was only one bartender working the bar which was packed with a lot of people watching the Kentucky Derby, the service was incredible and the bartender immediately acknowledged us and took our order. We ended up getting two rounds, and again the bartender was super prompt and attentive with service when we went back inside for round two. Overall, this place is a gem, especially being in the Marina. Down to earth and comforting vibe. Highly recommend if you're looking for a nice watering hole or a place to play pool.

Brooke aka mother is a goddess!! she is more then amazing…read morealong with some other great people who work there, as well with the community of people. It has easily become my favorite bar in the Marina hands down!

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Buddha Lounge

4.1(377 reviews)

3.1 mi•Chinatown

When in Chinatown souvenir shopping stop at this little hole in the wall bar that serves really…read moregood martinis !! Small space but cozy (some might call it divey) but clean! The bartender engaged in fun banter and he had a good diverse playlist. There are 3 TVs playing football with 4Niner fans cheering and repping the bay! Too bad they lost to the Seahawks! We then proceeded down to the other fun spots!

Buddha Lounge is a hidden bar nestled on the corner of San Francisco's Chinatown. It's right across…read morethe street from Li Po Cocktail Lounge which is a bar that people will usually hit up together because they're so close. They both also serve "Chinese mai tais" which is a mai tai with rums and some baijiu (Chinese liquor). I ordered the Chinese mai tai here after just having had one at Li Po. While the one at Li Po was on the sweeter side, the one here was a lot stronger. I watched the bartender as he made the drink and I could tell the percentage of alcohol in the glass was way higher. I knew it would be potent and it definitely tasted so. This bar serves "Lucky Buddha" which is essentially beer in a unique Buddha bottle. When we came here on a Saturday night the music was playing loudly and it had more of a loungey and clubby vibe compared to Li Po. It had a more modern interior and had bar counter space where people congregated. If you're looking for a lively vibe with a cool history this is a great spot to go.

Outside

Renovated Bar

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The Bitter End

3.8(465 reviews)

0.3 mi•Inner Richmond

Nice neighborhood bar. We used to come to The Bitter End during the weeknights back in the late…read more90's as my friends lived nearby. It is nice to see they are still busy. It is the type of restaurant/bar where you order at the bar. You fetch your own drinks and if you are eating, tell them which table you are at. The fish & chips $20 come with mushy peas. That is rare in San Francisco as most restaurants don't have mushy peas. The batter was light and the fish was perfectly cooked. My food came out fairly quickly as it was busy.

Back at the Bitter End, so glad to see Martina. Sistah is great. They've expanded their menu and…read moreit's all just a perfect, friendly, comfy vibe. Love you Bitter End

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Hole In the Wall Saloon

3.9(100 reviews)

2.6 mi•SoMa

GREAT fun place! Mature crowd, good music, a just a fun bar!…read moreGreat drinks with great prices! Matt was my bartender and delivered GREAT service..with jokes!! I'm from Texas and will ALWAYS pop in for drinks.. with a laugh! What's the common denominator for The Hole in the Wall Saloon??... IT'S GREAT!!!!!!

I've been in San Francisco since 1978, been a bartender, for over 20 yrs, & until today never went…read moreinto the HOLE IN THE WALL. I wandered in here on my way to COSTCO, & I absolutely LOVE this place. It's been here 31 years. It has a fascinating interior & today a great friendly bartender. If you have an open mind & are prepared for a gay bar on the exotic side, with, I hear might behave in very gay ways, come enjoy an exceptionally entertaining experience. I get so bored in most bars, but there a great pinball machine here & good music & who knows what your experience will be like. So glad this favorite bar, is finally in my list of things to do.