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    Moby Dick

    3.7 (253 reviews)
    InexpensiveGay Bars
    Closed 12:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    MOBY DICK ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Ed U.

    I had not been back to this longtime Castro spot since the pandemic, but I've always appreciated its convivial atmosphere and big fish tank. Perhaps it's because I don't possess the most literary mind, but I thought the provocative name referred to a whale penis which you may know measures an average of nine feet in length. I saw one at the Icelandic Phallological Museum. Don't ask. Perhaps it was the colorful fish and coral in the tank (photo: https://bit.ly/3qBjcub), but it put me in a most tropical mood. Without all the mai tai fixings on hand, the bartender mixed me some Malibu's Rum with orange juice, kind of a Rum Punch, for just $6 (photo: https://bit.ly/3KE6Rwh). I came back weeks later for the $6 Tequila Sunrise (photo: https://bit.ly/3qvU3kJ), and it was even more delightful. At that bargain price, I couldn't help but get two. While I didn't end up getting in the tank with the fish, I did share what I saw in Iceland. Now I didn't say it was the one that got away, just that size does matter among select mammals. COCKTAILS - 4 stars...like the tropical ones and loved the price AMBIANCE - 4 stars...still the same congregation spot it's always been SERVICE - 4.5 stars...the bartender was here to please TOTAL - 4 stars...the name is anatomically correct RELATED - Exploring the Castro? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2HrpFPC

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    Chloe F.

    If I could give Moby Dick 10 stars, I would. I was greeted by the most amazing bartender, Eddie, who was not only great at their job, but also gave fantastic dinner recommendations! If you're lucky you might even see the local nudists walk by! Seems to be frequented by many regulars/locals, but by far my favorite spot in Castro as a tourist! Don't forget to get the food offered from Hot Johnnies down the street! AMAZING!

    Moby Dick Bar & Fish Tank

    A friendly neighborhood bar with a notable nautical theme highlighted by a beautiful salt water fish tank above the center of the bar. A place where you feel the history of the Castro without feeling stuck in the past. Great bartenders and stiff drinks. Come to enjoy happy hour, play pool, watch the Academy Awards, or hang with friends. Dan, Eddie, John, Patrick, and Vlad are SF's best bartenders. Cheers!

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    Mobys is a great neighborhood bar. Beautiful picture windows with an incredible fish tank above the bar. This is a special place.

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    Staff was incredibly rude and disrespectful even tho we tried to be very nice to them. Grabbed drink out of our hand and were rude as fuck

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    First time going to the Castro, and really enjoyed coming here with friends. Great vibe, nice staff. Great drinks!

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    Moby survived COVID! Hooray! But they are returning to hosting the worst drag shows in town. Go there during the day.

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    Cheap strong drinks and very sweet bartenders !!! kindness goes a long way and the service here was above and beyond.

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    It was a place to come home to after a day of studying, grab a drink and play a round (or twelve) of pinball.

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