Nice casual spot for a quick drink. There's a fireplace inside which is great for a cozy vibe if you can sit by it. Drinks are okay- not the best. read more

Lush Lounge - Bar with dirty martini! - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

The bouncer was extremely rude. He yelled at us, called my friend a b*tch and wouldn't let her get her jacket from inside after stepping out. Then he poured out my full drink. The drinks weren't very good anyway. read more

Dropped in because the music was good, but the service was awful. If you're working a bar, you'd think you'd want to keep your customers ordering drinks so you can get them to spend more money and come back. Guy working the bar last night was really rude and condescending, disgusting attitude when we were asking for drinks. My group will literally never go back. If you're looking for a bar with amazing service and friendly owners visit Xex down the street! read more

Great bar to pop into! Meet with friends, a date night, if you live in the area great spot to grab a cold one. I especially love the beautiful brick and reclaimed wood that is throughout the entire bar. The wood is from an 150 year old farmhouse. Gorg!! Beers are cold, drinks are strong. Bartender was nice, friendly and provided a great conversation. This is a chill vibe type of bar. It's not where you're going to want to come to find rave music, 21 year olds doing crazy shots at the bar and a dj. It's chill, cozy, dark and charming. So much for your eyes to take in. Be your own judge and go take a look. read more

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Came in. Sat down. No bartender at bar upon entrance which is fine. We say down by the fire and then the bartender came and carded us. Again, fine. We asked for water and told us we had to buy alcohol before we could have water. I'm sober, so not drinking. Came out for the vibes. But went to buy a soda anyways. There is no signage stating there is a 15$ cate minimum but upon reluctantly going to buy a soda I ended up having to buy two to meet the 15$ minimum. Overall not an amazing experience. read more

As a final stop for the SF Halloween bar crawling, we came to this place at around 1am of Friday night. The place was still very crowded and to get a drink we still had to wait for a couple of minutes. The ambience was nature-themed and very warm and I thought it could be a nice cafe or something as well. There were not that many tables on the first floor and it was more like a dance club than a bar. We didn't get any cocktail or something that we could consider the taste of drinks but the bar tender was really nice. Overall, I got a good experience and would like to come back to try other drinks and experiences when it was not as crazy as during the bar crawling. read more

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Awesome spot - Crystal and Chris know how to work a crowd!! Rented out the mezzanine area through Peerspace to celebrate my birthday with friends and they made the night so fun, easy, and special. The bar itself is also a great vibe with cool decor and ambiance. Gentle lighting, good music system, and plenty of places to sit, drink, and catch up. Very grateful for our night here. read more

Went here for my friend's grad party and it has a very exclusive vibe to it. It's not a very big bar, but it's a good place to socialise and have a good time with your friends. It was difficult to get drinks because there were only two people at the bar making drinks. I had the strawberry margherita and a shot of gin. Those two drinks cost me about $25. Sprite comes free with your drinks but you pay extra for pineapple juice or so. It was an okay place, parking is a little difficult. read more

Service very rude and nasty, they talk derogatory to me and show not respect even when I'm a good tipper....you will think they would nice to me as a regular client who tip good but no......,they decided to treat me poorly read more

Great margaritas, great martinis, great bartenders. Lovely bar by Polk Gulch. Fun place to start the night and hang out for a few drinks. The upstairs can be used to host a birthday party group! I always enjoy the conversations with the staff, they always make you feel like family! read more

I love the laid back and friendly environment during the day and hip lounge vibe at night. It's a great place to hang, and there's even fireplace! Cocktails are delicious and love how comfortable the bartender makes everyone feel like a regular. There are lots of options on Polk but I always keep stopping in! read more

Lush Lounge - Cucumber Ginger Gimlet - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've been coming here as a must every time I hit the city. There is just something nice about relaxing about this spot that pulls you away from the craziness of SF. Every bartender here is laid back and surprisingly consistent with the one and only drink I order. Like I said, every time I hit the city. And since I was introduced to it 4 years ago, I never miss a beat. I order the cucumber gimlet and probably the first time I realized how obsessed I am with cucumber and alcohol. Refreshing, tasty, gets tHe job done. It's right off Polk surrounded by plenty of pizza slice spots and some side bars to continue a journey with. It is almosT always a place I'll hit twice, once to start once to finish. Highly recommend, and if you can, what drink shoUld I try next? Literally only get the cucumber gimlet lol. read more

Great bartender and friendly people. Also great prices! Very cool interior as well!

Come check out this bar! It is a hidden gem along the Polk St. corridor with a friendly vibe and good drinks.

We needed to find another bar in the area to have a drink before heading into the Regency for a concert. The name was a little....not off putting, but gave us pause. Then we walked past and thought "wow, this looks really nice." There's a big bar on the left, and tables, a fireplace, and then some high top tables where you can sit and look out at the street. It was warm enough that they had the windows open. There's also an upstairs seating area. We got our drinks. Hubby was happy that they had a decent selection of single malt whiskeys and got a double Oban neat. I had a well made Manhattan. And we sat there relaxing while watching people. We chatted a bit with the bartender. He was friendly and pleasant, and we liked chatting with him. Sorry we didn't get more time, but it was time for the show. We'll happily go back the next time we're up there for a show. Bathrooms were straight in the back. They're individual. And there's a long sink with a big mirror outside. So if you needed to primp or wash your hands, you're not taking up a toilet which is very cool. It was kind of dark in there, but maybe that's what the regulars like. I like a little more ambient lighting. read more

Lush and I go back a ways when my friend Carlos used to take me to the old, more compact location down the street to get the Lemon Drops. He liked chatting it up with one of the bartenders while we both got sloshed. I know from taking the 19 all the time that Lush moved up Polk to bigger digs with a fireplace and an upstairs area. It's like an episode of "House Hunters" where the bickering young couple is staying with her parents in her girlhood room as they shop for a house with four walk-in closets and twin sinks in the master suite. Well, Lush obviously found their true north with this far more relaxing industrial-cool spot (photo: http://bit.ly/1eQXwYo). I came with Jamie W. this time before doing our regular pastrami run at Miller's East Coast Deli. It was a holiday weekend, so we figured the popular bars would be empty. Wanting to wet our whistles, I flashed back to the good times I had at the old Lush and was happy to discover the new place keeps the same convivial vibe. Oh wait, maybe I was the old lush, but I can be the new lush, too, right? It was Happy Hour, and we were already late since it starts at 3PM. The Lemon Drop wasn't on the list, but other temptations compensated. Jamie went for the tantalizing $6 Don Q Mojito evoking Havana nights he's never had (photo: http://bit.ly/1c2wmxL). I went predictable and ordered the $5 Blueberry Martini (photo: http://bit.ly/1bLfVvs). Ah, their fruity martini cocktails are still addictively tasty. Yes, we had another round. And that pastrami sure tasted good after that. COCKTAILS - 4 stars...they still make those refreshing martini drinks, don't they? AMBIANCE - 4 stars...far more spacious than the former spot with enough dim lighting that you don't notice the hipster quotient...much SERVICE - 4 stars...genuinely friendly and dexterous with a shaker (photo: http://bit.ly/1e6V4Nj) TOTAL - 4 stars...still holds up as a favorite watering hole with the $5-6 Happy Hour libations a major draw on quiet three-day weekends read more

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Lush has swung it's doors open once more, new doors, but Lush Lounge's doors none the less. You'll find the new and improved Lush a block up from it's old location, right in the thick of the Polk St. bar scene, with more room for your lushing and lounging pleasure. The most important thing here is that they're back with same squad of bartenders because lets face it, good bartenders are what makes a good bar. You can have the fanciest, hippest location in the city and if your team sucks ass you won't last long. It will take me awhile to get used to as I'm sure it will for many of us who remember the old, much smaller digs. I'm no old man though, I embrace change, and I have to say while completely different I'm very impressed with the new setup. Much more room, longer bar, more tables, more lushing. Did I mention the fireplace? Cozy. I asked if I could bring my own materials for smores and while I didn't get an explicit "no" I could tell the idea wasn't really embraced, I may have to hold off. Next time you're wandering Polk, check it out. New spot, new interior, new setup, same great staff and customers. I enjoy being a lush at Lush. read more

Lush Lounge was probably the most "normal" bar of the Bachelor Party pub crawl. Not too crowded. Warm, hipster, and casual environment. Music in the background,but at the perfect volume so that you can still talk and hear each other. Drinks are surprisingly affordable for San Francisco....beers available as low as $6 and wells drinks as low as $8. Not the most exciting place to be on a Saturday night, but you won't be disappointed either. Probably a great spot for your first Tinder date on a week night. read more

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Came to Lush because they were part of the 90s Bar Crawl. Raspberry lemon drop shots all around. The shot was alright, but it was warm; it would have been much better had it been strained through ice. Bartender was friendly. Loved the decor. Plenty of seats both downstairs and upstairs. Not a good place to dance, but if you're looking to just chill, Lush Lounge is for you. Bathrooms were very clean. read more

Lush Lounge - Raspberry lemon drop shots - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

Actually one of of my favorite bars on Polk street. Also usually the very first bar I go to because of their affordable drinks, good vibes, and chill environment. I remember the first time I came here with 5 other people on a Friday night and it wasn't too crowded nor was it too empty. We ordered 6 tequila shots and I think it was about $5 a shot! Pretty decent place to start your night with that kind of price! We also got a free cocktails/mixed drinks which were pretty unique and good too! Didn't pay a cover fee and there were restrooms conveniently in the back. One of the cocktails I had was the mojito. Didn't taste like it had too much alcohol in it and a tad bit diluted with too much ice but a good drink to sip on while chilling with friends. They have quite a few seats upstairs and and open area on the bottom floor to just chill/possibly dance. Overall great place and I will always recommend this place for a person starting their night at Polk street! read more

I went here several times in the past and always had a good time. I recently took a small group of friends here because they wanted to go to some nice bars in the Polk area. We came here and had several drinks before we went to the Warriors game. The ambiance is always relaxed and chill except on the weekend when it's a little more packed and rowdier. Nonetheless, it's always a great time at Lush Lounge! read more

Crystal is kind and considerate. She is polite and thoughtful of customer's needs. This bar is literally 1 minute walk from our home and we will definitely be returning! read more

Found you on Yelp, Lush! The protocol is to order your drinks at the bar and find some seats/a table. They have a mean beer selection and even meaner chocolate martini. I cut myself off after that sucker. Mixed drinks run $7-8. Solid. read more

Lush Lounge - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

I was not a fan of the service. If I ask how much a double-shot costs, then do not respond, "Well, what is 9 x 2?" I will keep it short; the barista was not particularly rude, but I do not appreciate having her question my intelligence in such a condescending manner. And I am one for witty banter, but her immediate response rubbed me the wrong way. No worries, my Dallas Cowboys were smashing the New York Giants on the big flat screens above the bar. I would come back, but I will look for another bartender to serve me. And to answer her question: $18. read more

Lush Lounge - Decor! - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

LUSH!! But poorly lit ;( they got so many cool decorations but not lit up so can't see em D: got the raspberry lemon drop shot and it wasssssss fit for a night out with the friends! Not nasty! Not too sugary! Sweet simple AND $exxy if long ass line skip it, but if not come in for a gooooood time!!! read more

The woman who served us drinks was ridiculous and angry where she ended up in life. I mean you are serving drinks and want people to come back and have more drinks. It was a chore for her to make drinks, her eyes rolled when I asked her about a cocktail and to make it not too sweet.... then she made it - like we never made the request. Then she made an extra drink we never ordered and bitched at us that she had to take it to our table. LIFE IS SHORT lady!!!! Get a job you like. Not coming back to this spacious- worm hole. They had the windows open and we were harassed all the time.... we had to move BUT the one star goes to the door guy who talked the men away.... still scary to have drunken, shabby clothes men saying - "there's hungry people in Africa". really dude? I thought: Can't I just have a lousy drink!" And the drink was lousy read more

Amazing service, drinks, and ambience. Whether you are local or visiting out of town this is THE place to come by and get drinks!

Been here a couple times for various events, including a going away party and a bday party. It's a solid bar, with drinks that are reasonable and an upstairs section open on the weekends for more space. Wouldn't list this as a top bar in SF, but wouldn't be at all sad to make another visit sometime soon. read more

watermelon shooters ($3): reminds me of soju. It can creep up on you easily +bathrooms: 1 stall for each men and women, shared sinks for men and women +upstairs space available +fireplace near bar read more

All Day Happy Hour. Not sure if it it's everyday. Nice Decor very eclectic. Not too pricey. They have a little upstairs area a fireplace area and good music. Bar Crawlers this is a Must STOP. Only going to one Bar you gotta consider this place. read more

Lush Lounge - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

Attended a private party tonight at this cute lounge. I really liked the ambience. The only thing I didn't care for was Chrystal's (the bartender) service. She's was rude a few times. Turned me off that she was so impatient and unfriendly. I wasn't the only one who felt that way. She should probably shape up or ship out. read more

One of my friend invited us to this bar, pretty impressive. Very classy and trendy decor. They have a second floor overlooking the bar. Great ambience. read more

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Bar is empty on a Saturday night. Drinks are decently priced, however, owner is incredibly rude and unwelcoming. I would not recommend and will not return. read more

Old people. Don't drink the raspberry lemon drop, it literally taste like cough syrup read more

Lush Lounge - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

#89 I recently met several friends here for a little get-together. Fun times! I walked in and found my group nestled in a front area in the window. This large window opened to Polk Street where the people watching was amazing, and the cool San Francisco breeze was whisping on our faces. As I approached the table, I noticed everyone was drinking these wonderfully pretty blueberry drinks. I guess they are the house special. Special they were, as someone dropped a glass and broke it on the table top. We had a great time talking and hanging out in the wonderfully comfy and friendly space. The employees were attentive and helpful and the atmosphere was very inviting. Stephani Smiles for Lush Lounge ;) read more

Lush Lounge - after i dropped my blueberry martini lou bought me - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

Lush lounge is a great spot on Polk St for some drinks! It's a nice place to chill with friends. They have barrels for seats and unique decor. The prices are fair! They have a $10 (or $15?) credit card minimum FYI! read more

With a name like Lush Lounge, this place sounds like a Vegas bottle service joint with hotties in their hoochie mini-dresses, with velvet seating, sheer drapes, and a jammed disco dance floor of sweating young bodies with Polynesian armband tattoos and tramp stamps. It is not this at all. Lush starts off the evening with a nice vibe, mature and comfy, with a casual ambiance to meet up with friends to imbibe a few and catch up with friends and their latest drama or gossip. It isn't crowded early, and the drinks are reasonable, like $8 call and $7 well. The long single bar is to the left, there is a large picture window in front which is open on nice days to the street, with tables and chairs there and around the edges of the room. There is an upstairs mezzanine section for the overflow or private function crowd, but there isn't any table service that I could see. It is step up to the bar and order. There are plenty of helpful bartenders, so the wait is never long. They offer a blackboard of specialty concoctions like most hip bars in SF do nowadays, but they aren't bogging down the bartenders with 5 minute prep time drinks with crushed fruits, shaken and never stirred girlie combos, mortar and pestle veggies, and a dab of bitters. Lush Lounge is part of the Polk Street corridor of nightlife spots, where on weekends, particularly after 11 PM, the streets fill up with young revelers looking for a good party time. After 11pm here, the vibe changes from comfy and friendly to young hotties, single ready to mingle, and a line forms almost exactly at the strike of 11. It isn't like the dance clubs in the TenderNob, since there is no dance floor here, and you can easily talk over the music, unlike most clubs, or even some bars like Rickhouse on Kearny. If you don't like the vibe (or change in vibe) here, you can just walk down the street to another spot on the Polk corridor. Decades ago, Polk Street used to be famously Gay, before it was castrated by the Castro. You'll still see the occasional cross dresser and trannies in the lower Polk, which is an area that used to also have male prostitutes. But up here on the upper Polk area, it is Hetero, with the young Marina crowd migrating up as the evening wears on, and they tire of Buffy and Bif (or should I say Mitt?) named lawyers in the Marina spots. During fleet week, there were groups of the Few, the Proud, the first in battle, roaming the bars in uniform, prowling for friend, not enemy. We applauded them and befriended them, thanking them for their service. I think they were looking for girls, but since the repeal of don't ask, don't tell, anything is game on Polk Street. I didn't ask, and they didn't tell. read more

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Bumpin on a Saturday night for sure. I haven't done a run on Polk since my 21st. My friend chose this place because she was having dinner nearby. Place gets crowded but the birthday girl managed to snag a table. Good drinks specials like $9 Patron shots & $5 Watermelon Shooters. Surprised that the space it's bigger than the pictures make it out to be. It's a chill place and I usually go for a more "dressy" lounge but it's not a bad place at all. And the birthday girl had a good time so that's all that really matters right? Only minuses: Cash only & parking was horrible! We ended up parking at the garage a block away for a decent rate for a little over an hour, but they're closed on Sundays, meaning we had to get back to the garage before 12AM. 3.5 rounded up. read more

Came here with a couple of friends on a Saturday evening and truly had a blast! Ok...SO its not in the BEST area in San Francisco but it is right in the middle of GOOD food and more bars...What more can you ask for? Happy hour was till 7PM and the drinks were AMAZING! I think that was really what attracted everyone to this lounge was Happy Hour. I liked that they have a top seating area as well! How nice, I definitely plan to use that the next time I come. All the workers were very nice and pleasant. Didn't have to worry about loud music or anything like that. This was literally a LOUNGE! I loved it! Bathrooms were nice and clean! A+ FOR THAT. Please note, ATM is near the door! This is a great bar to come to and get the night started because there is SO much more around the area. Food and more bar hopping! read more

Lush Lounge - Cosmopolitan - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

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**FRIENDLY BAR WITH FRIENDLY PRICES** CASH ONLY. No stupid VIP lines. No stupid front men. My girlfriend and I squealed in delight upon discovering their offering of BLOOD and SAND, our signature drink of the month. 2 cocktails = $17 3 shots = $17 All in all, reasonable drink prices. Ambiance was pleasant. Cozy fireplace with exposed brick wall. 20 seat bar along with table seating and standing room for the weekend crowds. The combination of great cocktails and nice decor meant we had a good time. RECOMMEND. read more