Went for a few drinks and a bite to eat and had an amazing time. Incredible views in every direction, service was prompt, very accommodating and the bartender Alex did an incredible job taking us through their cocktail menu and making some great drinks. Highly recommend the Pisco Punch and swedish gimlet! read more

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We love Starlite! We made reservations on OpenTable which made it easy for us to check in. I encourage having a reservation because on weekends they get pretty busy, and the wait can be long. They were welcoming, and got us seated quickly. Inside it's dimly lit, they're usually playing jazz or chill house music, and the seating feels cozy. We like going here for a classy cocktail night, or even an intimate date night to just sip and chat. Their food is good! A bit pricy for the size, but if you don't mind splurging a little then it's fine. The cocktails are definitely my favorite though! read more

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An absolute must! We stayed at the Beacon Grand for a mom & dad weekend away. We were told when we checked in that we should check Starlite out and I'm so glad we did. The views are amazing! The decor is very well done. Perfectly elegant & elegant while still keeping the old charm of the hotel and the history of the bar. The staff were all really friendly. They made sure to inform you that tip is already included whe they brought the check. The drinks were fantastic. We went two nights. We got an espresso martini & old fashion the first night and both were so well executed. I'm not a fan of a creamy espresso martini, and these were perfect. Perfectly espresso forward! We also ordered simple Tito's & soda with lime and they were well balanced as well. The music was great! One DJ played music we much preferred over the other, but it was all enjoyable. Highly recommend! read more

20% service charge added to all checks. 4/5: Cable Car Redux $22. The glass is completely coated with cinnamon, and they pour CO2 fog into the glass. Quite a presentation. But it's too sweet. I poured about 1/2 oz of water into the drink and it was better. Don Q 7, Mommenpop blood orange liqueur, lemon juice, chinese 5 spice, gold and cinnamon sugar spice rim, karl the fog. 4/5: Tulip martini $16. It's served in a super-unique cocktail glass. It's too dry. I added 1/4 oz of maple syrup (I bring a tiny jar with me at all times) and it was much improved. Strawberry infused gin, Manzanilla sherry, Mommenpop lime liqueur, cocchi Americano Rosa. 4/5: The glazed donut $8 was quite good. The bartender Ramon was great. read more

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Yummy drinks and great service! My bestie and I went to Starlite for drinks and music. We got there around 6pm and no reservations but we were seated fairly quickly. The music didnt start until about 8pm but the seats were so comfy we didnt mind it. Once rhe music began, the drinks flowed faster and the night was a blast! read more

Been a while since I visited Starlite, but I came here for a round of drinks to celebrate a friend's birthday. I liked the overall ambience of the interior. It's got a classy/dark vibe, and the drinks are solid although a bit on the pricey end for SF. I'm not a huge fan of the location, but it is what it is, and if you like hanging in Union Square, then this is the spot for you. read more

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One of the most stunning views from a bar in SF! This is located at the top of the Beacon Grand Hotel, and it was full of people on a Friday night. I just walked in and they let us wait and roam the lounge while we waited ~20 min for a seat to open up. But boy was it worth it. When we sat down, we got to watch the sun set and it was lovely. The drinks on their menu are pretty interesting too! We got an espresso martini and cable car redux (eith the salted cinnamon sugar rim, rum, and a touch of fog coming from its interior!). Both drinks were strong and bold, and we enjoyed them. Service was rather slow but they were indeed super busy. Would love to stop by again. read more

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What we ordered: * strawberry grasshopper * cider * fries [Taste: ] * hard to discern because the drinks are always a bit inconsistent, for example for my drink tastes different than my friend's (although we ordered the same thing). Good beer selection. I would say the cocktails are good & pretty standard but could be better for an upscale establishment. Bar food was pleasantly surprising! [Service: ] Nice staff every time I go! Didn't appreciate that they asked us for our credit card beforehand but nobody else around us... [Comments: ] An ambiance you cannot pass up. Love going in the winter for the cozy views of union square. [Bathroom: ] good read more

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The workers were friendly, but the vibe here felt a little off. The music was really loud and just not my type, and the floors were constantly vibrating. Probably wouldn't come back. read more

My friend sent me a picture of the view from a recent evening at the Starlite Lounge, which made me really excited to check it out, as I love trying new to me cocktail spots around the city as well as places with killer city views. Fortunately, my friend made a reservation which I would highly recommend if you plan to go to Starlite, as it is a busy place and the tables with the window seats fill up quickly. We were quickly seating after arriving, and I was immediately blown away by the interior. The decor feels classic and refined, without feeling stuffy or like it is trying to give off an overly retro feel. It just feels classy and fits in with the overall bougie vibe of the hotel. The cocktail menu is super interesting as well. To start, I got A Man You Don't Meet Every Day, which has brown Irish butter washed whisky, banana liquor, oloroso sherry, amaro, il mallo nocino, salt, and Guinness foam. This drink was incredible and had the most interesting mix of flavors with the banana complementing the brown Irish butter washed whisky nicely, rounded out by the taste of the Guinness foam. My friend got the Baghdad by the Bay, which has tequila, rosolio, Bordiga red bitter, rhum clement coconut liquor, lemon, grapefruit and coconut. This drink had an interesting kick from the tequila, that nicely with the coconut liquor and citrus. For our second round, I got the Dirty 90's martini, which had vodka infused with olive oil, house brine vermouth and blue cheese stuffed olives. I was a little confused at first, as the drink was served with the chilled vodka and vermouth served in different gland, but soon realized it was designed to be blended to your preferred taste. I enjoyed the dirty martini, although probably would opt to get one of their other drinks next time. My friend got the Barbary Coast Cocktail for his second round, which the waitress recommended as being somewhat similar to a Moscow mule. The drink had whisky, cacao, passionfruit, ginger beer and makrout lime. We both loved this drink, as the ginger beer and passionfruit cut through the whisky, making a very quaffable and refreshing drink. Overall, I really loved the experience at Starlite, as the cocktails were original and top notch, and the view was outstanding. I will definitely be back here to try more of the menu. read more

Starlite Lounge is such a great spot and absolutely worth coming to. Huge thank you to Ramon and Matt who were amazing bartenders and made our Sunday evening even better. They were friendly, attentive, and truly made us feel welcome from the start. I really appreciated that they asked about our allergies and also took the time to ask what flavors we enjoy, which made the experience feel thoughtful and personal. The espresso martini was incredible and easily one of the best I have had in SF. The service was excellent and the vibe was fun and relaxed. Ramon recommend to order a Cable Car Redux next and wow, the presentation alone was a show, and the drink itself was just as amazing. If you are looking for a place with great drinks and great people, this is it. I will absolutely be back. read more

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Beautiful hotel / bar! Starlight has gorgeous views and excellent customer service! The servers were constantly checking on us. Drinks were great and the caviar bites - delicious! read more

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First time here what used to be Harry Denton's Starlight Room and what a transformation from the red interior to the green color walls. Came here with a colleague as he was giving a presentation to the management team. We decided to check out the Starlight Lounge since the view was gorgeous from where we were seated. Light bites to get us started from Lori who was our server. Overall a solid four stars but felt the presentation could have been nicer with the Smash Burger read more

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Such a neat 21st floor rooftop bar! Service was warm and helpful, and both my negroni was delicious and cold and I appreciate the attention to detail. I came solo for their monthly free drag show, which was a special Sunday, taking in the 5 PM sunset along with the drag show. The space is high-end and upscale but very welcoming too. Hard to find a better view in downtown SF. The drinks were pricey but nothing over the top at the same time. read more

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Starlight is such a vibe! The views are absolutely beautiful, and the atmosphere is that perfect mix of laid back but classy . The beef tartare was delicious, as were the drinks! Special shoutout to our bartender Alex for the perfect martini and great conversation. He was super attentive and made the whole experience very enjoyable. Will be back soon! read more

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Coming from someone who doesn't drink, Starlite is one of my favorite bars in SF. This would be my go-to spot to bring someone who's visiting town. NA drinks: Their non-alcoholic drink menu is actually had interesting drinks, not just mocktails that taste like juice. Their Autumn drink caught my eye because it included five spice syrup and white miso. I was pleasantly surprised by how well it worked, and the drink itself was very florally and fragrant. Food: their smashburger was solid. Other food was great too! This bar was on top of the the Beacon Grand Hotel which had 360 views of the city! Service was great. read more

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My #1 favorite indoor rooftop bar in SF! I came here specifically for a spot at the bar and enjoy their delicious cocktails. And after each visit, it keeps getting better and better. The ambience is a mix between classic and modern, beautiful decorated bar section, beautiful SF city view at night, it is a whole vibe and so unique that you cannot find anywhere else. I met different bartenders during different visit and each of them is unique and talented in their own way! My all time favorite is Porn Star Martini but after my last visit, Espresso Martini kinda grow on me, but regardless, as a Vodka girlie - Starlite made amazing Vodka based cocktail and I'm all here for it! read more

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Starlite was so aesthetically pleasing! Every little detail here is thought out and meticulous. To me, this is what SF glam is all about. The decor is absolutely stunning but the food and drinks matched too. Staff was very helpful with picking out drinks and made our experience that much better! We were relaxed and ready for girls night the second we stepped inside this timeless ambiance! I almost cried when I saw they had a drink called BAGHDAD BY THE BAY. the comparison to one of the most revered historical cities on earth and the city I was born in made me feel so happy I had to order the drink... I was not disappointed, not only was it stunning and garnished with a rose but it was also delicious and complex! I'll be back starling, you stay glamorous! read more

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people been talking about this bar how magnificent I had to come check it out myself , the view is incredible when the weather is nice. and the cocktail is great. make sure make reservation ! read more

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Had such a great first experience at Starlite thanks to Alex! Even while juggling drink after drink during a busy rush, he never missed a beat. His customer service was genuinely top-tier! Friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcomed right away. And the espresso martinis? Easily the best I've had. It was perfectly balanced, smooth, and clearly made with care. You can tell he takes pride in what he does. The smash burger and beef tartar were also great additions to the great night. The views of the city are unmatched. Definitely coming back, and definitely hoping Alex is behind the bar again! read more

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Love it here. At first I was not thinking of coming back because of the wait BUT I was roaming around the city still and got the notification when I was about to head back home. Thank god I did! Great vibes and drinks. When we went up, the hostess recognized us and said she was glad we made it after the wait! It was poppin in there. People were having a blast. We had Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey playing in the back. We got a complimentary drink for coming back after the wait. Going in the bathroom, super clean and beautiful! Thought their toilet paper was hard to work with (maybe I was a bit intoxicated tho). 7/10 pornstar margarita! Why'd I forget I don't really like champagne? Still delicious though! 8/10 strawberry (I forgot the rest). Supperrr refreshing. The mix of mint and strawberry made it so refreshing! We got the view of union square there too! I would love to come back to try the food and different drinks. read more

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I've been a few times and always meant to leave a review because if you've not experienced this place as a San Francisco local, you are missing out on spectacular views, fun engaged staff, and innovative cocktails. From a hosting staff that welcomes you warmly, to servers and bartenders who truly want you to have a good time, and a kitchen that hammers out great small bar bites, some of which are true experiments in culinary adventures. If you can make a reservation for just before sunset, sit by the windows and watch one of the most beautiful cities bask in the light of the setting sun while drinking a truly wonderful cocktail. read more

This bar is situated in a hotel and you get a really beautiful view of the city! The interior is decorated like a vibey lounge which made for a great experience. Service was also quick as well. Drinks here are also pretty solid! I was so happy to see that they make pisco sours here so of course I got the pisco punch! Very delicious and I highly recommend. As for food, definitely order the furikake fries!! Omg it was sooo good, perfect bar snack. I'd totally want to come back again! read more

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Beautiful lounge, amazing view and creative tasty cocktails. I came in on a Saturday late afternoon, it was quite busy I'm imagining night would be busier. I was seated by the window with great views. The lounge being so high up, I can see cloud moving, so cool~ There are a few bar bites I wanna try but only have stomach space for one. I decided on Beef Tartare this time. The combo is very flavorful and goes very well with my cocktails. For cocktails I have: Brown Derby: it's a beautiful drink. I love grapefruit flavor and elderflower liquor is a plus P**n Star Martini: the drink came out in a very pretty pink clear color. A very tasty drink Cable Car Redux: I was very curious and a little afraid of the five spinach being too avant-garde for me. But all the flavors really work super well and it's a delicious drink! I'm super impressed with their cocktails. Super creative and most importantly very tasty! Even things I can't imagine going into cocktails they incorporate it so seamlessly. The place is elegant with great vibes. All the servers are knowledgeable and have great recommendations. Service is very attentive and friendly. I look forward to my next visit~ read more

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My friend invited me here for a night out, and I had seen this place around but never taken the time to try. I am so glad I finally made it to this place! All their drinks are strong but still tasty (I love their pornstar martini - it's aesthetic and also has edible glitter). They're centrally located so it's easy to bar hop after, and they also have good bar foods if you're feeling peckish. read more

Came here after work for drinks and it is a very cute bar on the top of a hotel. We ordered the steak tartar and the fries. Both were very good. The steak tartare had a soy cured egg and tasted like pho. The fries came with crème fraîche dip, which was very good. Our martinis were also very yummy and I love the glitter that came with it. I would come back because it's such a cute bar and it has such a great view. read more

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Lovely views, great service, and stellar drinks! I'm ready to visit again! A staycation in SF for my boyfriend's birthday was eventful! He booked the reservation here after a recommendation and I'm so glad we came! Everything was spectacular. Comfy seating, cute vibes, and the lovely staff. The strawberry grasshopper was such a surprise combination, I would definitely recommend that and the donut! read more

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Had an amazing time at Starlite! We came here on a Thursday night before heading to an event nearby for drinks and light food. Located on the 21st floor of the beautiful Beacon Grand, it offers an upscale classy vibe, but still has fun upbeat music for a good time! Service was great and we were seated right away by the window for the amazing city views. They were also very attentive and we did not have to wait long for anything at all. We decided on the Tulip Martini and the Pisco Punch, along with the fries and removed furikake. What AMAZING flavors! Everything felt like such high quality, with multiple dimensions of sweet, tangy, and fruity in the drinks, and the creme fraiche had a lovely lemon flavor. Absolutely recommend, and would love to try more drinks! Each one seems so fun and the menu features a story for each drink and describing the flavor palates. Don't miss this! read more

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Beautiful bar and lounge, we stopped by on Valentines night. Very busy as expected, however the place was managed very well and we didn't mind waiting in the beautiful hotel lobby. The zero proof drink selection was impressive! The bartender recommended a jasmine-infused mocktail, I don't recall the name but it was delicious. Definitely will be stopping by again. read more

It really saddens me to write this review, especially because I was so excited to try this place. Unfortunately, my experience was disappointing from start to finish. We arrived almost an hour early for our 6:30pm reservation last Saturday at the Beacon Hotel for Starlite. The hotel restaurant was very nice. Upon arrival, I kindly asked the host if we could be seated earlier, and she agreed. Fast forward to today, I notice a $30 "no-show" charge from the Beacon Hotel. This is beyond frustrating. I gave my name, we showed up early, and even got seated early. To make matters worse, OpenTable followed up with me after the reservation, and I confirmed that we had indeed arrived but we came early and were seated around 5:45pm. The service during our meal wasn't much better. We had multiple people taking our order, with one asking if we were ready to order, when someone just took our order. It felt disorganized and inattentive. Even when I started my order asking for a drink, the server asked me again if I wanted a drink before walking away. On the positive side, the food was pretty good. The oysters were fantastic, and the hot fried chicken buns were a highlight. However, when it came time to pay, the waiter told me I didn't need to leave a tip because it was already included. While I appreciate the honesty, it made me wonder if that's why the service felt so lackluster. Overall, I'm more upset about the lack of care from the staff, especially considering the no-show charge for something that wasn't even my fault. I probably won't be returning and I suggest others be cautious about their experience here especially if you made reservations on OpenTable and arrive way earlier. read more

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This place is stunning, from the views to the food, everything is amazing! Our waitress was as sweet as can be and incredibly helpful with all the decision making. The Tuna Crudo and the Brown Derby cocktail were my personal favorite and an absolute must try! While the French fries were a crowd favorite and ordered multiple times during our stay at the hotel. read more

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Starlite is star BRIGHT! Well maybe not literally (it's pretty dim in there), but this was a super cool bar on the top floor of the Beacon Grand Hotel I visited in SF. My cousin from the Bay took me here for drinks after an amazing dinner. We didn't have a rezzy, but thankfully they had a couple of bar seats available when we walked in. There was a host downstairs in the lobby and one when we got up to the restaurant. Both were decently friendly, but I noticed the second hostess was much more bubbly and friendly to the two ladies immediately in front of us versus when my cousin and I approached haha, so probs my only note. But I guess that's just the nightlife culture perhaps (but we were dressed for a night out too!) I indulged in the Baghdad By the Bay, a perfectly fruity and sweet tequila based drink. My cousin originally ordered the Tulip Martini, but we both didn't enjoy it at all. BUT, don't worry, our bartender definitely read the vibes and knew we weren't fans and whipped up his own concoction for her to try. He was super fun and warm and made sure she enjoyed the new drink (and offered to make yet another drink if not). Outstanding service! This is definitely one of the places to be in the City on a Friday night. The beats were bumping and so many different groups of people were here, from dates, to post-work get together, to girls nights. Starlite truly gave me the City girl experience I've always dreamt of! read more

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Oh, Starlite... where do I even start? I had such a great time at this rooftop bar! The ambiance was perfect, the drinks were delicious, and the appetizers were all so good. On top of that, our server was incredibly attentive and really took care of us. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Came in here for a drink and loved the ambiance! Cute upscale place for bites, drinks and pictures. Great views of the city! The service was great, everyone was very helpful. I decided to get the pina colada with a friend but it came different than described in the menu which was weird and disappointing. It said it came with sparklers but it was really just a frozen pineapple with straws stuffed into it. Definitely not worth the $50 even for 2 people. I've had much better upscale pina colada twists. I'll definitely be back to try other drinks as their martinis look great. Otherwise, super cute place that would be fun if you're looking for something on the fancier side! read more

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Great service, cocktails, views, and cushy seating! Feels semi-old-timey but upscale. I've been meaning to come to Starlite--it's on the Powell St cable car line and is in the now-updated and remodeled Beacon Grand Hotel! Swanky, right? A former coworker's company rented out Starlite and the open bar was the perfect excuse to go. I brought my partner and friends and everyone had a blast. Hors d'oeuvres included sliders, caviar, amazing furikake fries. It wasn't typical bar food--was more elevated. Will definitely be back! read more

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Love Starlite, highly recommend it for drinks with a killer view! Always beautiful daytime or night on the 21st floor, just go through the main hotel entrance up the flight of stairs and turn left for the elevators So many cocktails to try and was pleasantly surprised how good the furikake fries were! Servers are attentive and you're not left waiting Cute spot for friends or a date! Also their drink napkins are the best little detail touch! read more

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I came here for the first time a year ago as a Yelp Elite guest. I came back to bring company because I enjoyed it the first time. I came on this past Friday at around 11pm. It's beautiful and the drinks are good, but I am HIGHLY DISAPPOINTED by the service. Service means the most to me and regardless if everything else is good, that ruined my experience. The hostess working didn't greet us, but mumbled something and then raised her voice asking "what can I help you with". It was just a funny situation because why else would I stand in front of the podium next to the sign that says something along the lines of "please wait to be seated". She basically tossed our menus at us and didn't tell us anything about seating. We sat right inside and waited about 10 minutes before being told me had to order on the other side. Very disappointed in the performance this time around Stalite. read more

When looking for a "rooftop" bar but still wanna be sheltered from the unpredictable weather that can sometimes be San Francisco weather, this is the place. We've been twice and the menu changed a smidge inbetween that time and the 2nd time- the seafood tower (petite plateau) disappointed. It's overpriced and nothing special but we were craving a snack before we headed home (we went craving for their baked oysters but no longer available). Also, in our 2nd visit the napkins went from being cutesy/detailed to plain green napkins (a small detail but feels like a sign they've cut back) The drinks are satisfactory but having tried other specialty cocktail bars this one isn't quite as memorable. I tried the porn star martini and then switched to a glass of white wine. Service is questionable, I don't necessarily like being asked to hold our card in advance before even making an order and our 1st visit, our waitress just gave a vibe of not liking us and the 2nd time around, we're almost certain we had the same waitress and had the same feeling (she felt the need to correct in a harsh manner, my husband when he ordred the seafood tower but that's literally the description of the petite plateu) BUT the hostess is wonderful and so is her surrounding team. I'd say it's great for the decor and vibe and views. If we were to go back, I'd stick to a glass of wine, fries, and hopefully they bring back their cooked oysters and I believe it was tuna tartare... I've included pics from our 1st and 2nd visit. read more

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The vibes in here was soo good & we loved the view of the city! The service was great & they do let you know that tip is included once you close out, which i think is great! Great experience for our Girls Night Out in the city! read more

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My husband and I came here to celebrate our anniversary and made a reservation in advance, specifically requesting a window seat. When we arrived, we were seated away from the window. That wouldn't have been an issue if the restaurant was busy, but there were multiple open tables with window views. I politely asked the host if we could move and even pointed out the available tables. I was told they would "make arrangements," but instead of seating us at one of the open window tables, they moved other guests into the exact table we had asked for, while we remained seated in the middle section. As we sat there, I couldn't help but notice that guests who looked like my husband and me were consistently being seated away from the window, while others were given those prime spots. When we asked again, we were told those tables were reserved, yet we watched them remain empty for over 30 minutes. The restaurant itself is beautiful, but the service--and more importantly, the way seating appeared to be handled--left us feeling uncomfortable and unwelcome. It took away from what should have been a special celebration. Unfortunately, because of this experience, I would not return. read more