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Scarlet Lounge

4.6 (67 reviews)
Closed • 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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SCARLET LOUNGE ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Moderate noise
Juke Box
Divey
Casual

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Ending the work week!
Andrew T.

Great margaritas at this neighborhood bar. They have a darker and more relaxed atmosphere, but the energy is always high and people are always friendly here since this is a true bar. It's actually a great sports bar too since they always have the 49ers or Warriors on. They have a couple TVs, so it's a nice place to catch a game when you don't want to watch at home. I really enjoy their margaritas, the bar tenders make great drinks and treat their customers like they're family!

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Jamie J.

Came here on a Sunday of a long three day weekend with a party of two. We were wanting to grab a drink to pass the time as we waited for our table at Burma Superstar to be ready. Originally we were trying to grab a drink at the place nextdoor but they were having a comedy show that required tickets and the owners recommended we check out Scarlet Lounge...and so glad we did! My boyfriend and I got two dirty vodka martinis ($10 each). They were tasty! Bartenders and staff were super friendly. And the vibes and ambiance were great. Will definitely be back if we are in the area.

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Ellen C.

We came across the Scarlet Lounge after a dinner nearby. The setting seemed intimate and the walls were covered with hilarious posters. The drinks were pretty reasonably priced. I ordered a Paloma and it was quite strong.

Mimosa - It was done Well!
Adam S.

What a terrific little bar on Clement Street. If you are looking for a low-key spot that draws a good mix of locals and offers the opportunity for some good craft cocktails, this would be a spot to bookmark. Since leaving Downtown for "Avenue Life", the Inner Richmond has become "Going into Town". It's a simpler time, I guess. So, off to Clement Street to shop, browse, hit the Farmer's Market or grab a bite to eat. This is a bar for all seasons. This hits all the boxes for me. Casual but Classy. Intimate but not claustrophobic. Nice Cocktails but no pretension. Open by 12pm on Saturday and 10am on Sunday, and not full of derelicts. Oh yeah... And they have a solid Tap List and serve a BACON Bloody Mary. It's not rock your world as Bloody's go, but the addition of Bacon gives it a 4-star floor. I've met great patrons with a lot of SF history. I've had great conversations with the Bartenders, repeatedly. And, I'd comfortably walk in anytime.

Gin & Tonic, Fort Point Westfalia, and a Jameson on the rocks
Elena N.

My group of three was actually headed to another bar, but got side tracked when we saw Scarlet Lounge. We decided to check it out on Friday, May 26th around 7:45pm. It wasn't really busy, so we managed to find a table past the bar to the left against the wall. We started out with a Gin & Tonic, Fort Point Westfalia, and a Jameson on the rocks. If you know me, I got the Jameson on the rocks. Another friend joined us a little bit later and we got another round: Gin & Tonic, Jameson on the rocks, Red Seal and I think an Absolut Citron on the rocks? (I just know it was some kind of flavored vodka.) I paid for this round, so with tip, the total ended up being $39. (Not sure what each drink cost as I didn't get an itemized receipt.) The lounge is dark and red, hence the name. I don't know how long Scarlet Lounge has been around, but it has a pretty new feel. Feels like the tables, chairs, booths, etc, are all new. It has a sexy vibe due to all the red, but it's also very low key. In my older age, I prefer more laid back bars as I hate dealing with crowded places. Had a good time exploring a new spot. If in the neighborhood, this would definitely be in my bar rotation.

Menu & Scarlet- with vodka instead of gin
Tanesha J B.

Nice, intimate, full bar with movies playing. Bar stools and lounge tables. Not too loud so you can enjoy a nice convo. I had the Scarlet Drink but switch gin for vodka.

Great drinks nos , handsome bar tender
Natasha W.

Absolutely love this place, as a visitor to the area and when you are a little homesick and looking for a place with hospitality, ambience and that local feel this is your place . Very grateful to be given a seat at this bar !

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5 months ago

I rarely if ever leave reviews. This bar makes you feel like you belong, great vibes, great drinks. Get the Moscow Mule

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Back at scarlet lounge ..years ago ..use the jukebox app and drink coca cola ..beer is cheap by the way ..

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2 years ago

Fun place with a nice mellow vibe and awesome bartender. Give it a shot and see where the locals go.

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3 years ago

Really amazing Moscow Mules on deck here! Such a mellow and fun vibe here with some good locals.

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Good little neighborhood bar, friendly staff, strong pours, vibrant patrons.

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7 years ago

Small, but stylish neighborhood bar. Decent service. Decent prices. Couple of tvs. A few tables in the back. A dozen beers on tap.

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4 years ago

One of the fist bars I came to when arriving in S.F. Really nice people the bar lady is great , forgot her name but she is great

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5 years ago

Continues to be lovely. Excellent bloody Mary's, with or without the bacon. Great stop before or after the other shopping.

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5 years ago

Really great bar, friendly bartenders, good crowd, clean. Love coming here!

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