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    Macondray

    4.2 (224 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Caili C.

    Came here during Santa Con so of course it was bustling and crowded but we were able to get drinks pretty quickly. They have great Christmas decor and festive holiday drinks but perhaps with the crowds, quality faltered a bit and we thought that while the drinks were quick heavy on the alcohol, most of them were a letdown given how exciting they sounded on the menu. I'll have to come back during a normal night and give it another try.

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    Jewelia C.

    Dropped in during happy hour for some oysters and drinks! Cute decor with lots of greenery and a chill vibe. Great area for casual bar hopping. Would definitely come again!

    midnight mookie, huckleberry mule, perfect celebrity
    Shivangi K.

    Great place to grab a drink + bites with friends or a date! Drinks are ~$16 with a range of different options. Our group got the midnight mookie, perfect celebrity and huckleberry mule! The huckleberry mule was on the tart side and you could really taste the ginger which was yummy. If you love a good mule, this is a no-brainer. The perfect celebrity was also delicious! It was the perfect combo of smoky, sweet and spicy -- I'd probably order this next time for myself. The midnight mookie was a bit of a letdown since the hazelnut, coconut milk flavors were definitely not there? It tasted a bit like a watered down espresso martini. Was hoping it'd be a bit creamier too. We also ordered some tater tots & chicken tenders, both were so good! Loved the herb aioli & dipping sauces that came with both.

    Pretzel
    Daw M.

    Fast friendly service Food was buttery and light, not at all like a pretzel Drink was like drinking juice. You don't taste an ounce of alcohol. Could be dangerous. I'll opt for wine next time. Very date night or catch up with friends vibes Apple Pay taken. Damage: $30 for one drink and one pretzel thank you!

    Lobster Roll
    Naomi W.

    Great place for happy hour and love the old timey feel of the place. Came here on a weeknight for the oysters deal, and they were good. I also couldn't resist a lobster roll, and that was so delicious and filling. Service was a bit slow that night though despite there only being two or three tables of people when we were there.

    Rebecca B.

    What an exceptional experience! The cocktails were unique, beautifully balanced, and full of flavor ~ absolute perfection. We ordered several small bites, each one delicious and perfectly paired with our drinks. Everything arrived warm and impressively fast. Despite being busy, the service was excellent ~ attentive, friendly, and professional. A true gem for anyone who appreciates craft cocktails and thoughtful food. Loved the ambiance! Very well designed. Recommend!

    SY C.

    TL;DR: ok drinks, kinda expensive. Didn't try the food though. I had read a lot about this place and was excited to try, so I popped in one afternoon after lunch. Many reviews say the food is pretty good too but I was too full to order anything. The interior of the bar is very pretty, and has lots of nice hanging plants and a big bar. Service was friendly and quick. I ordered two drinks, one passion fruit cocktail and something else. They were... Fine. Considering how many great cocktail bars in the area, I was surprised that these were just moderately good with low complexity. They don't stand out to me knowing that there are many options out there. Prices are standard for SF, which means that the cocktails were kinda expensive. I really wanted to like this place but unfortunately, I don't think I'll be back.

    Madhu J.

    For a plant lover, there's no better place to grab a drink and some appetizers than Macondray. I live in the neighborhood, and this is usually where you'll find me on a weekend afternoon. The parklet makes a huge difference on a sunny day. The vibe is relaxed, and if you sit inside, all the plants really take it to the next level.

    Best cosmo ever! $10 at happy hour.
    Jane T.

    It was my first time here and I had a wonderful time with my dog Tigger at happy hour! Really cute inside and they also have a parklet outside on the street. Great cocktails and wonderful food, including $1.50 oysters at happy hour. The owner Aaron was fun, warm and welcoming, I'll be back! Support this local biz!

    Mozzarella balls
    Mary Bryan O.

    I've been here a couple times! It's a fun spot for meeting up with friends or dates. They have a fun cocktail menu however I opted for wine this time. Service was great and very attentive.

    Cocktails
    Dylan O.

    Full spread at macondray this evening! Best place for an evening bite, a passing cocktail or a comfortable spot at the bar. Clean, tasty, great cocktail menu, attentive service and AMAZING ownership. Spots like these are a hard find, but when you do you'll come back!

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    Dessa R.

    Friendly staff, attentive, cute bar downstairs, private room upstairs for private party. Food was pretty good...gotta love the old bay seasoned fries, the lobster roll bites, chicken tenders, tater tots, great for sharing and carving while drinking. Staff was pretty attentive in checking regularly for food & drink refills. Clean bathrooms!

    Oysters
    Robyn L.

    Really enjoyed Macondray, stopped by with a few people around 5:50 on a Thursday. It was easy to get a table, and we were able to still sneak in an order for a dozen oysters with the happy hour special. We also ordered the fries, muscles, and lobster Mac and cheese. Everything was delicious, nice vibes and love all the plants!

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    had a good time! went with friends and they had good music and drinks! would go again

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    Cute spot to grab drinks before a night out. The service is friendly and attentive. Open seating and kitchen is open until 11 on Saturdays.

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    My friends and I totally stumbled upon Petit Lil's after a dinner nearby, and the holiday vibes…read morewere immaculate! With giant ornaments, Christmas tree foliage, pretty lights, and a movie projected onto the wall, the atmosphere was lively, fun, and cozy. As we briefly waited to be seated, I was pleasantly surprised when someone brought out glasses and poured us some complimentary champagne (and later refilled too!). We ordered cocktails at the bar and indulged in the oyster jubilee (buy 6, get 6 free from 10 pm to 1 am). The oysters were pretty fresh. The Pomegranate Nice with non-alcoholic gin instead of non-alcoholic tequila, Negroni Sbagliato, and Blood Orange Gimlet were solid. I didn't love the Aviation though because it was a bit heavy handed on the violet liqueur. But overall, I really loved my experience here!

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