I had such a great experience at Mr. Mahjong's, and I have to give a huge shoutout to Tom the bartender. Even on a super busy night, he went above and beyond to help me out. I came in with a large bag that normally wouldn't have been allowed inside, but Tom kindly took the time to check it in for me and keep it safe. Despite the bar being packed, he still made sure everything was handled smoothly. When I was ready to leave, he even brought the bag outside for me, which I really appreciated. Because of him, I was able to fully enjoy my night after coming from another event without worrying about my belongings. That level of customer service really stands out. Thank you so much, Tom -- I truly appreciate it. I hope this recognition reaches the rest of the team as well! read more

Super fun playing mah-jong. The owner is very friendly. There were multiple parties going on and plenty of tables to play upstairs and downstairs. Awesome decor and vibe. I'd come here again for sure! read more

Love this spot. The drinks are good and it's crackin prob way too crackin tbh. Best time to arrive for Fri/sat nights is round 9pm before the crowd starts showing up. After that it gets hella crowded and the party starts which is cool too but just be prepared for that. Drinks are Asian inspired and constantly changing. I had come here a year before and the drinks were pretty much all different but better then last time from what I recall. The cocktails are top notch and generally well balanced. I had like 6 diff ones and only recall not loving 1 in which case they would actually remake it out deal it out for you! Overall dope spot I will be back. read more

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This place is a lot of fun! We went Friday night and there was a great DJ playing and they have an awesome drink menu. They definitely have some really unique combinations of ingredients that are fun to try. The ambiance is gorgeous and mesmerizing and the vibe there is great. There is a dance floor section if you want to bust a move read more

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Mahjong Night was a vibe. Have been seeing Mahjong events hosted at Mr. Mahjong, so my friends and I got tickets for Saturday night, and never have I played mahjong for 3+ hours with the desire to play more! The place (bar and mahjong area) wasn't packed ~8 pm. But as the night plays out, the bar gets packed! Mahjong is hosted downstairs of the bar, with access to the upstairs bar for drinks. What we got: - Black Token ~ a Vietnamese coffee-based drink with black sesame - Shallow Moon Cocktail ~ a peach, lemon, oolong cocktail - Silver Spritz Highball ~ a lychee-flavored highball All in all, the night was a vibe. Dj for the mahjong event was playing bangers. After the event, rejoining the bar scene was an available option! read more

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My friend and I stumbled upon Mr. Mahjong near the Lunar New Year date, and we're glad we checked out this bar for its fun decorations and unique Asian-inspired drinks. We tried the Silver Spritz, which was a tequila-based drink that was super refreshing. There was a subtle sweetness from the lychee and Calpico, and a great bright drink! We also tried their Falling Mountain, which had a strong Thai milk tea taste and coconut taste that blended together well. The bourbon base also did not taste too heavy, and was a cocktail to enjoy with our snack. We tried their truffle fries, and I enjoyed the strong truffle taste that made it a great snack to munch and chat with a friend while enjoying our drinks. The flavors were fun and I enjoyed the unique menu they had! read more

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Came for an event and had so much fun. Celebrated Chinese New Year trying cocktails and playing MJ. Best part was bumping into Yelp friends. Staff friendly and attentive. Love the MJ den vibes. Won three consecutive hands with the help of the pros lol read more

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Went to Mr. Mahjong's for a mahjong event and it was such a cool experience. The event had a speakeasy vibe -- a little hidden and tucked away. We had to take the stairs down to find it, which made it feel even more exclusive and fun. The organizers were super friendly and welcoming, offering help to anyone who needed it, which made it approachable even for newer players. Upstairs in the main area, it was definitely lively. It got pretty crowded, especially later in the night, but that just added to the energy. The drinks were good, the bartender was really nice and attentive, and they had great music playing that kept the vibe up all night. The space is decorated beautifully with a Chinese-inspired aesthetic -- moody lighting, thoughtful details, and overall very vibey. Just expect it to get packed during peak hours. Overall, such a unique and fun spot for events and drinks. I'd definitely go back for another mahjong night. read more

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I came to Mr. Mahjong's to catch up with a friend on Saturday night. I saw on their website that Saturday is also mahjong night, but I think they play downstairs. I was upstairs in the main bar area the whole time so can't speak to that. They had a bunch of Halloween decorations up when I came in mid-October. Some of the decorations were quite spooky. That and the red lightining really added to the vibe. Other than the decor, the first thing that hits you when you first walk in is the loud music blasting. We came around 9 pm and already there was a DJ mixing up beats and a small group of people dancing. We decided to stick around for one drink but it was quite loud and we had to shout to make ourselves heard. We ordered our drinks at the bar and sat at the one of the tables near the front, next to the "dance floor" where the DJ was. Their cocktails are $16 and they offer two mocktails for $12 as well. I got the All Simples mocktail, which is made with non alcoholic tequila, kiwi, pineapple, lime, and tonic. I liked it but it was on the sweeter side. This is a good spot to check out on the weekend. Just don't expect to have a deep conversation here. Sit back and enjoy the music and vibes. read more

Did you know there's a secret comedy show hidden inside @mrmahjongs in SF? This ranks our top comedy shows we've been to! We were literally laughing our butts off and at the end of the show, our cheeks were hurting lol. It's a secret within a secret! Mr. Mahjong's secret speakeasy downstairs hosts a comedy show every Friday night by @thespotlightcomedy! So grab some Asian inspired cocktails and bar bites at the bar, get ready to laugh, and then stay afterwards to dance the night away back upstairs with a live DJ and music (every thursday-saturday), check their IG for the monthly line up. read more

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didn't know chinatown had these cool bars until recently! this place had such vibey rnb/hip hop music on a saturday night. came for a girls night out and this def hit the spot for yummy drinks and good music to dance to and yap over :p read more

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Still really enjoy this place and their drinks! Probably my favorite go to place if I'm going out. The drinks always hit. I enjoy going before it gets too crowded which I feel they usually get more busy after 10 PM. Tonight I ordered two Black Token and was charged $36, so I do think I got overcharged for drinks (menu states $16 and tax was not included). Be mindful of checking your bill before you sign. *** EDIT: manager let me know they do a $2 up charge on drinks after 10PM. I didn't see any signage, but maybe I missed it. Just good to know as I usually leave before 10PM so I never realized! read more

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You ever go somewhere and accidently think they will have mahjong there because thats the name of the bar? Well i did... and let me tell you they do not have mahjong, yet (or so im told). Popped into Mr.Mahjongs on a friday night for some food, drinks and games. The drinks were tasty and floral just like how i like them!! The dishes we ordered were the potstickers (average but still good) and the fried chicken sandwhich. The owner was the one serving us food and was very friendly. Overall food and drinks were good. I wasnt amazed but i would definitely come back. After we ate we went to the basement thinking there was people playing mj down there... there was not. Its just another dance room and we were so early they were still setting up. The owner was super friendly and explained to me he is *trying* to get mj going but doesnt know when that will happen. He said the downstairs floor is edm and upstairs is RnB! I honestly liked the music in both areas. I enjoyed the vibe and would come back again for a night out! read more

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Unique bar in the downtown SF area, I liked how it's very Chinese themed. Their concoctions puts a twist to unique asian flavors. We came to Mr. Mahjong for a Hot Ones Challenge hosted by Dear Community. We were able to try this new bar on our list and enjoy a fun Hot Ones challenge. Their food menu was also unique. They have a happy hour from 5-7pm! Rice Paper nacho - 7/10, not tortilla chips but fried rice paper. It felt a little on the saltier end which I didn't like but overall the flavor is bold and there. Sliver Spritz - 10/10, tasted like a calpico Golden Tonic - 10/10, very refreshing We started eating so don't remember how Green Gates and Shallow Moon tasted but it was still good. read more

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One of my favorite bars! They are on the newer side. Note that on any given night there could be a variety of events/DJ sets/open mics, the owners are intentional about inviting people in for community events and seem really sweet. One time I even stumbled upon an SF Craft Club meetup and ended up spontaneously journaling with them! There are select mahjong days which I believe are Tues or Sat and they have days they teach mahjong. The kitchen is open pretty late! Drinks are superb, they concoct creative drinks that often have the likes of jasmine/oolong tea, ube, mango, etc., (I think the drink menu changes often) and bartenders are great! Food ain't too bad either and the kitchen is open late. read more

Somehow ended up here after a long day in SF. Walk into a dark, loud bar and there's a staircase on the side that leads you down to the mahjong room. It's a little hidden, chaotic, and memorable. It feels like a lounge with music going in the background and clacking of tiles. Tons of tables packed with people playing and chatting. read more

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I came around 5pm on a weekday and it was pretty dead. It's cute inside, but I head it gets pretty busy at night. The bartender was kind and made our drinks quickly and good. read more

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I went for some drinks and it was a mistake. The drinks were pretty bad. I got the khafe cola and it was truly disgusting. The security guard with the long hair was also extremely rude which is a shame because the bartenders were really nice. read more

Great new bar in town. Good vibes, good music, decent drinks. Depending on the night, the crowd might be different. But the handful of times I was here, it was very Gen Z. read more

I came here for a mahjong event and it was very cool! As you enter the bar, there are many decorations. The ceiling is full of Chinese lanterns and the vibe is red. There were dragons on the ceilings too. I'm not sure if all this is for lunar new year but it definitely created its own sort of ambiance. The bar is on the first floor and on the side, there were stairs leading downstairs to their mahjong setup. It gave more of a speakeasy vibe going downstairs. The kitchen also seems to be there as there were wafts of food coming downstairs. There are several tables for mahjong and the instructor was very helpful in explaining the rules and sat down to play with us! His tiles were face up so that made it easier to learn the rules. This would definitely be a great place for anyone who wants to enjoy a bar with ambiance and play mahjong downstairs (need to check which nights they have it). I had a fun experience! read more

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Cool place. They took over Topsy's which was one of my favorite bars that shuttered due to covid. Location wise they're in the heart of the financial district and conveniently located for anyone staying in the area. Our team hung out at Mr. Mahjong's for drinks and they're solid. We pretty much took over the entire place given the number of people and they were happy to host us. Drinks were very strong and unique. I do miss the old russian dolls on the ceiling though. On another night (Thursday) they apparently had a chess club going on. A ton of people were inside playing matches inside which was cool. read more

Cute bar near the Fidi area. They have different events every night such as Mahjong Night, chessboard night, etc. I really enjoy their cocktails. Their cocktail selection is Asian fusion theme. read more

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drinks were creative and delicious. my favorite was the vietnamese coffee tini, a nice spin on a classic espresso martini. the black sesame flavor was strong and added a nice balance to the alcohol. the pog tasted delicious and juice-like. overall ambiance was great, i just wish they hosted mahjong nights fri-sun instead of just saturday! read more

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Craving dim sum at night? Mr. Mahjong hits the spot with classic Asian bites like siu mai and summer rolls. The lychee cocktail was a standout. It's worth a visit if you're bar hopping around downtown! read more

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What a fun place. We came for the kpop demon hunters party and both DJs were excellent. No one was really dancing and there really isn't room to dance which was a bummer. People did end up dancing wherever they were standing later in the night. It was hard to get the bartenders attention at first but they were all super nice when we finally connected. I would say that they don't really make great mixed shots so just ask for simple straightforward shots. The spritzer (with calico and lychee) was sooooooo goooood. You must try. Would love to go back when they have mahjong night. read more

The best bar in the city! This bar is so fun and always has good events like live djs, watch parties, and comedy shows. If you come early during the week they serve food and have a happy hour but its also fun on the weekends. The drinks are asian inspired and they have great service. I love throwing my events here! read more

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I really like that this place is still betting on downtown SF. That alone made me want to like it. But the DJ, red lighting, and TVs kind of ruin the vibe. I honestly couldn't tell what they were going for. One minute it felt like a frat party, then a sports bar, then maybe a cozy Asian-inspired cocktail spot. It just felt confused, like it was trying to be everything at once, and it didn't really work for me. read more

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NIGHTIME- 1) 1 unisex restroom REALLY???? At a drinking establishment. I think necessities are more important than having a fancy new eastern designed establishment in dt to draw the western crowd. 2)So a bunch of girls thought they were funny when they were last in the back of the line and they thought it was hilarious to knock on the door even though they know the lines damn well near all the way to the center of the restaurant while everyone's waiting. Any one with decent moral values can see that you wait your turn like everybody else. SECURITY did NOTHING about it. When they started knocking on my door , I came out to confronted them to try to understand why they did what they did when obviously the users going to come out looking at the next person in line( I blamed the wrong person btw ). Of course now security pushes me away and tells me to leave. And no I wasn't drunk, needed a beer after that and left right away. Temple nightclub had the same problem with restrooms post pandemic, maybe they can learn from them. I don't usually leave reviews let alone bad reviews for bars. Eastern culture is big on politeness so please respect our culture. Love and respect. read more

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So glad an Asian inspired opened in the bay!! It is located in Chinatown, parking isn't too bad I parked on the street. The bar was like a clubby vibe and thete wasn't that much space to walk around. The menu consists of many unique drinks. Service was amazing, the bartenders are super nice!! My friends and I got the red dragon, green gates and the shallow moon. All drinks were yummy. I see that they host many events so I will definitely be back!! read more

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Stopped in for drinks with some friends and had a great time! The vibe was relaxed but lively, perfect for catching up. Drinks were solid across the board, but I really enjoyed their take on the espresso martini. read more

Good music, good drinks, a little tight but ambience is A1. Fun spot after dinner and some drinks. read more

3.5 STARS Millennial fossil here. There's been hype about Mr. Mahjong's, a new bar/club but I can't make it to 10 pm when the DJ starts spinning so this review is not about the nightlife. It's about escaping the sad lunch desk at work which is a completely different vibe. Mr. Mahjong softly opened in late August - chill lunch spot by day, HH after work, and a club after 10 pm (depending on the night, there may be a cover). Brought to you by the owner of Skylark. Open for takeout, delivery (B1, G1 free offers on UberEats), and indoor dining. There's two outdoor tables. M E N U Bar bites, dim sum, and bánh mì. I recognized the chef from Ben Tre, the sister of Mr. Gao. Currently, no HH specials. Kitchen closes at 8 pm on the weekdays and 10 pm on the weekends. Like Skylark, they charge a 10% service fee (not considered a tip) + 3% credit card fee. I wish they would just build these fees into their prices. F O O D * Popcorn Chicken Cartilage ($13) // 4 Stars: https://tinyurl.com/2effxsfh - Choice of regular or spicy (choose spicy) Fav item and perfect for the drunchies (I wasn't drinking tho) - hot and crunchy with a gelatinous chew. Very similar to sụn gà chiên giòn, Viet style chicken cartilage. The "chili" sauce is on the bottom and reminds me of sweet chili sauce so it's not spicy. The crunchy Korean style pickled radish gave refreshing in-between bites. * Har Gow: Shrimp Dumplings (4 pc - $9) // 3 Stars: https://tinyurl.com/4b9fvt55 Plump shrimp filling with a bouncy firm bite. The wrapper needs work tho, it was thiccc + gummy with holes and tears. * Bánh Mì Đặc Biệt: Combo Cold Cut w/ headcheese, pork belly, fancy pork, pâté ($11) // 3.75 Stars: https://tinyurl.com/yc8mppma Pretty good bánh mì with a good ratio of savory cold cuts to a crackly soft baguette (doesn't cut the roof of your mouth or shatter into crumbs) with fresh veggies (no jalapeno). I think they forgot the butter cut mayo because it was quite dry. Washed everything down with a club soda...$5 for a 7.5 oz can tho? Eeck. S E R V I C E Friendly and prompt. A M B I A N C E Formerly Topsy's Bar, Mr. Mahjong's has a similar dark moody vibe with updates to their artwork (Chinese inspired), red lighting, and furnishings. It's a small space so it feels more like a dive-y bar vs club. I was told the basement area is not open yet...maybe there will be more room for dancing there? Quiet during lunchtime so a good option if you need a space to escape the office. I was hoping they would have a hip hop or r&b playlist but they were playing some random genres. P A R K I N G Positive about coming here late night is easy street parking for your DD since it's in the FiDi. Overall, nice to see new places poppin' up in the FiDi. If you're looking for new scene, hit up Mr. Mahjong's! read more

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One of the best bars in the city for sure! I love the drinks here, the bartenders are always super quick and friendly too. They host fun nights on weekdays and weekends, and their seasonal decorations are so cute too. Would recommend for a happy hour after work or going out on the weekends too! read more

Supes cute place to get drinks on a Friday night! We got espresso martinis and then a lychee spritzer which was amazinngg. We kind of showed up early so it was super chill, but as the night went on, there was a DJ and we had such a good time! read more

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Treat yo self to a table at Mr. Mahjong's. Such a cute spot tucked in between Chinatown and financial district. A cute bar with tapas for any type of event you're celebrating. Want a place for happy hour? Look no further! Spacious enough to host work events or team outings. The new up and coming bar, even out of towners are looking to visit. Can't wait to bring my friends and coworkers here. read more

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Came here with one of my girlfriends after work for happy hour. We were excited to give this place a try. The interior was nice with cute Asian-inspired decorations, but it was a little too dark inside. We had a good time catching up, but overall, the food was just "okay," the drinks weren't great, and the service was on the slower side. We even had to wait quite a while for our bill and eventually walked up to the bar to ask to pay. read more

Place is super nice to hang out and get drinks Shay was very ehh good this night. Really liked the hip hop music. Service was okay :// we had a marquee sign but they didn't even come to the table with it they just passed by with it and walked away. And then another time they did it right and came to the table with it. The downstairs is cool too but there was an event happening so couldn't really scope it. Bathroom could be cleaner and nicer. read more

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drinks were good but def a place you come for the ambiance or for mahjong smaller space than expected and not really a dancing bar , most people sat in tables read more

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Came here with some friends for my birthday and we're just wayyyyy too old for the crowd. I was looking for a place near work and this popped up. The music that night was like an array of EDM DJs that were all playing short sets. I think I would've enjoyed it more if it was more my style of music but my friends had a good time. The basement "bar" only had simple drinks and we didn't get to try anything special from the upstairs bar menu. read more

A late review from 11/1/2024: 7P on a drizzly Friday night, meeting another couple for drinks and snacks but no snacks on the evening we went. The kitchen crew were working elsewhere so only drinks were being served. Yummy drinks though - the bartender knows what he's doing. We sat along the wall opposite the bar to soak in the subdued mood and decor. This was still early in the evening so no music was on, which let us catch up with our friends without having to yell. Overall, an okay experience and we'll have to come back to try drinks WITH snacks! read more

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