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    Polkcha

    4.6 (241 reviews)
    ModerateCocktail Bars
    Closed 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Linda H.

    This bar is sooo cute ! If I lived in the area I'd totally be a regular. The decor, the Asian vibe I really felt like I was transported to a really cool bar in Asia. I went with the divisadora bc it had Ube. Anything Ube.. count me in. It wasn't overly sweet and the Ube and coconut taste was pretty strong. Def going back to get that and the pandan drink looked interesting as well!!

    Linda Y.

    Such a fun bar on Polk! First off, decor is beautiful with neon signs and red lights like a night market in Asia. I sat at the bar and deliberated over cocktails with friends before getting Ajumma's Choice and letting the bartender whip something up for me. My friends got the Gwangchang and another whiskey based cocktail I can't remember the name of. The melona one was really good. My drink was also tasty and fruity -- only small downside was it was supposed to have egg foam but there was an egg shortage at the time lol :) The vibes in here were also very lively-- it was packed on a Friday night and there were a lot of groups just chatting. Menu is small but well curated. Can't wait to come back again!

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    Elena N.

    Date: Thursday, August 14th, 2025 Time: around 8:30pm Party of: 2 *Back Bay ($14) *Fresh Press ($7) After dinner, drinks were in order. After looking around, we decided to stop by Polkcha. Parking wasn't too bad that day. We found a spot about a block away. Atmosphere here is fun a lively. Very interactive as I think they were also doing a trivia night. It was packed, so no seats avail. We used the little rail like table along the wall by the opposite side of the bar. Kinda in the way of people going in and out, but we were only here for a round, so it wasn't too bad. My drink was good. Not conventional in any way, but reminiscent of an old fashioned / manhattan which are two of my fav cocktails. My friend got a no abv beverage as he was the driver that night. Honestly, I probably would have loved this spot in my younger years, but as an old grandma, I found it too loud and uncomfortable. If you want something more chill, this is probably not the spot for you. But if you want a fun bustling atmosphere, this is a cool spot. REVIEW #3831

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    Lillian Z.

    Such a fun spot for some drinks. Creative asian-inspired cocktails with decor to make you feel like you're having asian street food. Melona cocktail is so delicious and fun! It can get pretty packed but there are tables farther back in the bar.

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    Victoria V.

    We came here on a Saturday night around 9pm and there was already a crowd waiting for seats so we were lucky to get two at the bar. I can immediately see why this place is so popular! They have a very unique drink offering, and a vibrant ambiance inside. The bartenders were all really friendly and helpful when ordering too. We got the ube cocktail which was a fun creamy creative drink which wasn't too sweet. The pandan reposado cocktail was very strong and the Campari overpowering. I asked for the bartenders choice and they gave me a mint lemon drop which was super refreshing and not too sweet, it ended up being my favorite drink of the night. This place is great as a cocktail bar but it does not have a lot of standing room so prepare yourself if you come because it gets packed!!

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    Jacky H.

    Really fun spot on Polk. Came here with friends and loved how creative the drinks were. I got the Gwangjang and the Melona popsicle in the drink was such a fun surprise. Everyone's drinks looked super unique and tasted great too. The vibe is lively and the interior has a cool Asian street market feel. Staff were friendly and quick with service. Seating is a bit limited, so it can fill up fast, but it's worth the wait. Prices are on the higher side but fit the quality and presentation. Perfect place to start the night or grab drinks with friends. I'll definitely be back to try more.

    athena z.

    We came here on a Wednesday night and it was not crowded at all and had a lot of seating. There was one bartender so we ordered at the counter. Their drinks are sooo unique and we had to get the drink with the melona bar! It was so sweet and such a great addition to the drink. The bartender was super nice and I complimented him on his ability to bartend cause the drinks were delicious. Especially since I hate bitter cocktails these were perfect.

    Everett L.

    Very crowded on a Saturday night. Good tasting drinks. For an Asian bar they didn't play any Asian music but the melona drink was delicious really amazing bartenders to. Good place to pregame

    Duane L.

    Great cocktail spot. Very underrated. The wine bar next to it for some reason gets more attention than this spot. This spot gets a bit hidden with the crowd outside. Definitely drop into this spot. Decor is really nice. All the drinks my friends and I got were amazing. The one with the melona ice cream was like drinking a ramune soda. Their ube one was also amazing.

    Brianna H.

    my friends and I loved polkcha! we came in on a saturday night and it was packed but luckily we were able to find a seat at the bar. it was bright, colorful, and vibrant inside and had a perfect atmosphere to chat with friends. we especially loved all the themed decor making it feel like a night out in asia! the drinks were so creative and beautifully crafted as well. we ordered the gwangjang and the divisiora, which were both absolutely delicious- the asian flavors work so well in the drinks. overall, would absolutely recommend checking out polkcha! It's definitely one of my go-to bars now.

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    Tiffany T.

    Came for a Halloween hangout with around 10 people total. Don't be fooled by the name, it's not actually a pocha spot as they only have drinks. Decorations here were super cute! Not sure if it was just the night we came, but the drinks were so bad -- we got amfs and long islands and they tasted nothing like what they were supposed to. Overall probably wouldn't come back, though vibes are nice.

    Tiffany C.

    Cute bar if you're in the area! My friend mentioned that I probably would enjoy Polkcha due to its Asian themed menu, and I very much enjoyed the Asian influence. This bar reminds me of some of the bars in Korea I visited last year; of course not as great though - bars in Asia are on another level. But this bar was similar enough to give me a nostalgic kick. I ordered the kuromon which is a popular drink on their menu. It honestly tasted like an Aperol spritz but less strong and more watered down. Overall though, not bad, but next time I'd definitely try something different and more unique. The bar isn't very big. It's narrow and long, and with a party of 4 the day we went, we were seated in the back. Not going to lie, the benches in the back against the wall were not comfortable, but we didn't stay super long so I didn't mind all too much. I'd come again if I find myself on Polk but would try to get a seat at the bar next time.

    Katherine T.

    Ambience is super nice! Bartenders are super nice and friendly and easy to talk to. I came for Halloween 2025, since this is my first time experience Halloween in San Francisco! We got a few drinks and they're expensive, but maybe it's because it's San Francisco! vibes are really nice and comfy! We came around 6-7pm on Friday so it wasn't busy. I would love to bring my friends here :D my go to are green tea shots and surprisingly they do white tea shots! Instead of Jameson it's going to be Vodka instead.

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    Ask the Community - Polkcha

    Can this accommodate big groups?

    it's not a large bar. They have a communal table in back and a small lounge area that accommodate about a dozen people.

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