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    4.2 (72 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Outdoor seating

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    Chicken Wings and Squash Blossoms
    William S.

    Cocktails were delicious, food was alright. I think my favorite was the squash blossom. The mochi dish was incredibly weird and hard to eat. Everything else was alright. I was expecting more of a restaurant vibe, but this place is definitely bar first, restaurant second. Our bartender was nice, told us not to rush when the place abruptly cleared out around 10. I'll come back for a cocktail and a snack, but no full dinners here!

    Chrysanthemum Saly
    Tahir N.

    Really glad I made the short drive over here from by Geary. Parking Gods smiled, and I found parking just across the street from the bar. Strangely, I made the drive over not for the beverages, but for the food. I was searching for tapas on yelp and this place was among the result. The items on the menu looked pretty good for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian. On the way in, I walked by their outdoor seating, which was getting some use on this January night. Inside, is a very long bar which was packed, and there are small tables and long tables along the walls. Most of the small tables were taken by couples, but three people are leaving the bar when I arrived so I got a seat at the bar along with a waiting couple. I don't know how long the bar has been there, but it definitely looks like a pre-World War II space. My bartender set me up with a glass of water and a menu. I confirmed that I could get the food to go. I asked him to time putting in the food order so I could finish my drink. For my drink while waiting, I ordered the aristocrat from the "low intensity" list. This essentially is a Negroni with Sherry substituting for Vermouth. Amontillado Sherry which brought to mind the Edgar Alan Poe story. I quite liked it and may start making it at home. My order came out fairly quickly, but not before I finished most of my drink. So I finished it and took my order home. Our food order consisted of the deviled egg which they take pains to tell you is not a hard-boiled egg but a soft boiled egg over which ingredients have been poured. I imagine there have been some accidents in the past :-) Knowing what to expect, we quite enjoyed the soft yolk gooiness and the chili crisp. I imagine it's a popular dish. We got the chrysanthemum salad, which is their take on a citrus salad and sunflower seeds. I think this needs to be immediately eaten and we let it sit a bit as we finished our hot food. My wife had the roasted squash which she found very tasty and I had the lamb Chalupa, which was nicely greasy, and I was able to eat much like a taco but a very full taco If I lived in the neighborhood, I would probably be here every so often. It seemed to be all groups, but I would try to strike up a conversation with someone cute if I were still looking. I look forward to coming back with some friends!

    Salmon tostada
    Richard T.

    A true neighborhood gem! My only regret was not trying this spot earlier. Love the vibes, great decor, and a super friendly and attentive staff that made us feel really comfortable. The egg, chicken wings and pork collar were fantastic. Cocktails were a bit tart for me so ill be sticking with beer next time.

    Front bar area with TV
    Ashley R.

    We came here after an early dinner in the area on a Saturday, so it wasn't too busy. The vibe feels nice and friendly, like an elevated neighborhood hang out spot. Since we came here after dinner, we just got drinks. The drinks were solid. There's 3 categories of drinks - my partner and I got drinks in the first and second groups and liked all the drinks we had. The drinks were a good strength and tasted great. The bartenders were friendly and liked to talk with people at the bar. A personal bonus for us was that the TV at the front was playing the OSU game - being Buckeyes, we were happy to watch the game while sipping our drinks.

    Empanada of happiness
    Markus N.

    I may be the last person in SF that gets how the Divisadero/Lower Haight is kind of a popping go-to place for delicious victuals. But. I'm not anymore. Feels like neighborhoods establish themselves, exist in this established state, maybe get replaced and decline a little, then reinvent when the time is right. Maybe because rents for popping places get popping and make it harder for new places to enter. Right now, this neighborhood feels like it's in a sweet spot. So take advantage of it. Stoa was the capstone of a Day of Eating in the neighborhood. A yummy toast and coffee, followed by a shared smashed burger, followed by a walk then oysters and mussels. Then a little more walking because goodness you need to otherwise you'll be a character out of Wall-E. Then ... finish here. Plan around the no reservations possible and allow a little extra time if it's a popular weekend day/time. The cocktails look good and the bartenders clearly care for their craft. The zeroes are tasty and leave you sufficiently clear-headed to think about your food. Sampled a few things and liked the tacos the best. Though there's a variety and a return trip is in order to sample more. That strawberry empanada was the perfect punctuation mark at the end of a perfect sentence. Go Divis. Go Stoa.

    Nirsh A.

    Loved the salmon ceviche tostada and the potatoes! The mocha donuts are also delicious! Such a cute vibe. Will need to try the cocktails next time.

    Wine & non alcoholic mocktails
    Erica Y.

    10/10!! Food - incredible. The rice porridge hit the spot! The mushrooms were well-cooked and the fancy kind, the eggs were perfectly soft-boiled like the kind in Japanese ramen, the chicken was full of flavor, and the rice porridge is cooked in chicken stock so it was also really jam-packed with savory goodness. But the peanuts & popcorn were just aight. Drinks - Every single drink we got was well-balanced, you could taste the ingredients listed in the cocktail, and we were really impressed with the mock tails too. Service- we sat at the bar, and our bartender was so amazing. She was attentive to every detail, always refilling our water, not pressuring us to order more but just checking in, even noticing that my napkin was dirty and replacing it with a clean one. She made the experience so smooth and we felt so taken care of. Heads up, No matter where you sit, you do have to go up to the bar to order. So no waiters come to you, even if you seat yourself at a booth. Ambiance- casual, lively, social, local vibes New fave local bar with bomb food and bomb drinks

    Mochi on the bottom
    Sirikanya p.

    Very interesting spot. My friends and I planned to have dinner at another spot but stupid us.... No one checked if they were open or not. This place did not disappoint us though. You ordered at the bar both drink and food. Drinks were kinda not the usual drink but for somehow interesting. Food was nice. Service was not bad.

    Strawberry empanada (top), warm chocolate cake (bottom)
    Sabrina H.

    Hmm I don't think that this is the most comprehensive review since I only came here to try their desserts but I would be down to come back and try their food items as well. The food items sounded really good but I was pretty full by the time I came here so instead, I tried both desserts on the menu- strawberry empanada and the warm chocolate cake- and felt pretty underwhelmed. The strawberry empanada was texturally kind of gummy and the sweet tofu was odd and a bit gritty with the lemongrass anglaise. The warm chocolate cake was very dry, dense, and floury but the mergingue or the peanut cream didn't do enough to moisten the cake. The food came out fast though and since it's a bar, you keep an open tab until you're ready to close it.

    tempura squash blossom
    Cynthia S.

    I've been to Stoa a couple times now and love that I've found a cocktail bar that also doesn't compromise on its food menu. It's rare to be able to get a full, well thought out, sit down dinner at a bar so I'm glad I stumbled upon this place! I love how creative and unique each of its dishes are (and was even more surprised to find that everything is gluten free despite not advertising itself as such). Everything we tried had such unique texture and flavor components to it and you can really tell how thoughtfully planned out each dish was! Some of the dishes were a little more hit or miss, but what surprised me the most was that some of the most unassuming dishes (like the long beans or the little gem salad) were the most impressive and packed with flavor! Others (like the wings or the grilled mochi or the mochi donuts) were a little less impressive, although still interesting and tasty. Of everything we tried over multiple visits, my stand out favorites were the potato chips & dip, the cumin lamb belly tacos, and the tempura squash blossom. My partner loved the rice porridge and the lemongrass bbq pork collar. Overall I loved how creative the menu was here! Lots of experimental dishes you wouldn't be able to find elsewhere, and a very cool cocktail menu as well.

    Chalupas, fat potatoes, Brussels sprouts. Flavors on point
    Jenny O.

    Great place! Food was insanely flavorful and delicious. Plates are a little small and on the pricey side. The ambiance is very relaxed and cool. Loved all the designs and art pieces. Service was very good, gave us water without us having to ask. Overall great experience.

    Potatoes
    Eric L.

    I love the concept - gluten free, dairy free, quality bar food. But while it's a great concept, flavor is lacking. The waffles were a bit too crispy and dry (likely a result of no dairy/no gluten). Service was haphazard, with a flood of dishes, then interminable waits, and an incredibly long wait for the bill. It's a wonderful concept that, to pull off successfully, would also be cost prohibitive. So it's good... but... I won't be returning. Pros: The concept, the ability to eat without nerves Con: Some of the flavors are lacking

    Elizabeth L.

    5/5 stars! This bar crafts amazing drinks but the food was the highlight of my evening! Every single dish and drink were delicious . My favorites were the salmon ceviche, pork fried rice, Korean rice cakes, and lamb tacos. The popcorn and potato chips had a unique savory flavor which I appreciated too. Shout-out to the executive chef, every item was chefs kiss . I am a gin girlie so the Summit cocktail was perfect: light, refreshing, fruity, not too sweet. This place is a self service bar so you have to grab your own table, utensils, and order at the bar. However, it did not take away from my experience. The staff is fast, friendly and my girls and I had an amazing time. Ps the patio outside is nice, I loved the heated lamps and fresh air. Would def come back again!!!

    Grilled mochi ($16)

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    Great lowkey spot, friendly bartenders, simple but really well done cocktails, great smaller bites as well.

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    STOA has phenomenal drinks! Always good vibes. I heard their food is amazing too, would love to try sometime

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    The Beehive - Beauty Mark

    The Beehive

    4.3(454 reviews)
    1.1 miMission
    $$

    Cool bar with bites in the Mission District. We got there shortly after it opened at 4pm on Friday…read moreafternoon. I was craving a refreshing craft cocktail and got one with the Green Emmanuelle. I liked the cardamom in the Beauty Mark as well that my partner ordered. We ordered shishito peppers and mushroom bahn mi sliders. The mushroom bahn mi sliders were amazing - the quality fillings and taste of the soft bun - I was unexpectedly hit with a bite of spice from maybe jalapeño seeds left but didn't sour my experience. The shishito peppers ended up being extremely spicy as well, those are usually just a few spicy and not the majority. The roasted lemon and salt was a wonderful combo but just too spicy to eat. However, the server very kindly removed it from our bill without us asking. We order the crostini because we were still hungry and that was an absolute hit. Delicious med-soft crostini with luscious berries and sweet honey. I didn't care my hands got sticky as it was soooo good! Great experience, I would be weary if the peppers as I'm a bit spice-intolerant but everything else was spot-on.

    5% surcharge. They have the place all festive for the…read moreholidays. Here's the run-down: 4.6/5: Hot buttered cider $17. With Johnny Walker Black, Drambuie, apple cider, apple butter. I definitely prefer this version to the more traditional version that just adds water. 4.5/5: Pigs in a Blanket $15. The puff pastry is very buttery, and the sausage is higher-end.

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    Blind Pig Speakeasy Lounge - Hot & Sour: Tanqueray Gin w/ lichiko shochu, aloe, rose, hot pot paste, basil, citrus, peychaud's ($18)

    Blind Pig Speakeasy Lounge

    4.7(188 reviews)
    1.3 miLower Nob Hill
    $$

    Hot Take: Weeknights are better than weekends for going out…read more Chill, less of a crowd, a locals vibe, and to avoid amateur hour. I'm personally over (and too old) dealing with sloppy drunks spilling drinks on you, getting pushed around in a crowd or end up in a middle of a brawl Blind Pig is that perfect spot, well at least on a weeknight: chill, low-key, and moody. And, most importantly comfy seating AND solid AZN inspired craft cocktails ($18-$19). Cocktails with black sesame, taro, pandan, mapo tofu, tea, and hot pot flavors? YAS! D R I N K S * Hot & Sour: Tanqueray Gin w/ Iichiko shochu, aloe, rose, hot pot paste, basil, citrus, peychaud's ($18 x2) The sichuan hot pot inspired cocktail was silky smooth from the milk-washed gin, nicely balanced - sweet (but not too sweet) and sour with a subtle málà numbing spice. Stiff yet easy to drink. The manager/bartender, Leo was awesome with great hospitality. Background lounge-y music is not too loud so you can yap and catch-up with friends. Overall, Blind Pig is a great place to unwind after work or start the night off. If it's too tamed for you, you can always go next door to XEX to make bad decisions - no judgement cuz we've all been there! ;) O T H E R I N F O * Walk-in only. PW to enter is on IG. * Blind Pig originally opened in Chinatown in a larger space but they're now in a more intimate space on Polk. * Blind Pig is under Mins Group (Sushi Sato, Sushi Hon, The Roll, The Buoy, Dento Piano Cafe, Dragon Horse, and more.) * No snacks/food but plenty of food options within walking distance.

    Ah, I wanted to love Blind Pig, but I just couldn't get into it. This San Francisco speakeasy is an…read moreAsian-influenced bar looking to bring Asian flavors and liquors to the bar scene. I think in many ways, Blind Pig just fell a little flat. I would like to say that the service here was amazing. A bartender who sat with you to talk about the menu, the process, and your experience very passionately and intently.  However, I think that the bar program is a little unrefined. Every drink had 10,000 ingredients, and most of them did not work together. If the drink did work together, you just tasted nothing because everything blended together and you couldn't taste any special or fun ingredients.  Unfortunately, I don't think this spot is worth looking for.

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    Horsefeather - Roasted Cauliflower

    Horsefeather

    4.0(801 reviews)
    0.3 miAlamo Square
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    Horsefeather is a really cool spot for brunch in the Nopa / Divisadero area great vibe, and some…read morestandout food. We came in hungry and left very happy, especially with the duck‑fat fries, smash burger, chicken and waffles, and fried chicken sandwich. The duck‑fat fries are rich and perfectly crispy, tossed in duck fat "snow" and served with a killer house‑made. The smash burger is juicy, salty, and charred just right, making it an easy repeat‑order any time of day. Really enjoyed the pickles it came with to cut the fat. Their chicken and waffles are a must‑try for brunch: perfectly crispy buttermilk fried chicken on top of a fluffy, buttery waffle, with sweet maple‑style syrup tying everything together. And the fried chicken sandwich is good, with a nicely balanced crunch and crispy milk bread. Overall, Horsefeather is a fun, casual neighborhood bar and restaurant that nails brunch. I'll definitely be back for more duck‑fat fries and their chicken dishes the next time I'm in the Nopa area

    Great vibes and good food! Went for a friend's birthday (we had to prompt our server), but they…read morewished her a very sweet happy birthday. Started with drinks-- they were all strong and creative, we enjoyed they all. Apps we got deviled eggs and the duck fat fries, both were very solid. I really liked the curry ketchup! The miso linguine was a bit of a let down. There was nothing wrong with it, but I couldn't taste any miso or added umami. It was like a solid butter noodle dish. Very minimal toppings of spinach and tomato as well. Bf got the Korean fried chicken burger which actually was quite good! Better than the noodles. The side salad was a bit oddly salty, but the pickles and burger itself were both well seasoned and yummy. Complimentary dessert was very very kind. I will say it would be nice to have more info on allergens. The birthday girl has severe nut and coconut allergies & we were first told the dessert had no allergens (it did in fact have coconut, thankfully she did not eat it). No hard feelings but just an opportunity to improve!

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    Cavaña

    Cavaña

    3.9(526 reviews)
    2.4 miMission Bay
    $$$
    Live music
    Rooftop seating

    I came with a group of friends on a weekend night for a casual start to the evening. We had booked…read morea time a few days in advance, given that we'd come during busier hours. Once most of our party was here, we got seated at an outside seating area that was marked as reserved. The atmosphere and decor struck a great balance between welcoming and elegant. The space had earthy tones, flattering lighting, and various layouts of seating layouts. The bar itself was beautifully displayed. We ordered various drinks and some small bites. Yuka fries, ceviche clasico, carne asana tacos, al pastor tacos. The chips were solidly crisp, crunchy, and paired very well with the ceviche. The carne asana tacos with the salsa macha was juicy and perfectly done, and my favorite small bite of the night.. The Yuka fries were perfectly salted and the aioli dip was exactly what you'd want out of fries. My friends recommended the Kiwi and I found it refreshing, almost like a drink you'd have at a spa or so. I also tried the Oaxacan, which was styled like an old fashioned. I thought it was fair, but if I were to pick a favorite out of the two, the Kiwi would be my choice. Even with a busy crowd, the service was attentive and checked on us every so often. Overall, Cavana was a memorable rooftop experience that I enjoyed. I'll definitely return and recommend it to anyone looking for a rooftop bar with great small bites!

    Was excited to try this rooftop and really liked the drink menu options! I had the opportunity to…read moretry lots of fruity drink and liked most of them! They do go heavy on the ice with some of the drinks but they all came out in different glasses, different sizes, and different flavors. It was fun tasting them all. My favorite was the watermelon and guava. I would definitely come back for the drinks. I didn't enjoy the food, and here's where it went wrong. We first got our chips and salsa. The chips are seasoned like Doritos so there's a nice flavor but the seasoning is in consistent. Some pieces were SO salty and some had no seasoning. The salsa is pretty rich as well. When our ceviche came, I ate a bite without the seafood and it tasted fishy. When I tried the actual seafood part, I knew it went bad because it had such a strong odor. We had to send it back but saw them serving it to other people. I eat a lot of seafood and I don't mind a slight fishy taste but this was definitely a food poisoning situation. After that it took a very very long time to get our last dish. Unfortunately when it finally came out, it was a disappointment. The octopus texture tasted like it had freezer burn, then was over cooked, sat too long after it was cooked because they had to make the fries. The fries were fresh but the octopus was dry, cold, hard, and chewy. I've had lots of pulpo before and this was a let down. It was a bummer that we didn't get to eat much and decided to walk somewhere else to finish dinner.

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    Laureate

    Laureate

    3.8(43 reviews)
    1.3 miPresidio Heights, Pacific Heights

    I went to the Laureate a couple times last week. It happened to be right next-door to University…read morehigh school in San Francisco where I was watching Nor Cal basketball. I went in before the game the place was somewhat Vibing they had a balcony, fireplace, different seating areas and a bar, and they serve food. It wasn't that busy so the bartender came right over. I think his name was Dominic and he got me an IPA. The first time I went I also tried the deviled eggs (3) and they were cool. I have to say my buddies tried the chips and salsa so it came with some guac salsa and a bowl of chips. It was pretty good too. a , but after the game we came back in the place was still a vibe. It was cool and we are went back a few days later for another game with another buddy and sure enough it was cool this time I had a margarita and the expert Cadillac and he floated something like some triple sec in it and when we inquired about the Grand Marnier with him, he got a little attitude although the female bartender said that when she made Cadillac margaritas, she used grandma Marnie, so that was interesting but other than that, I would recommend a spot.

    Laureate Bar honestly surprised me! I came here after dinner for a nightcap and I really enjoyed…read moreit. It's lowkey but stylish and the drinks are actually affordable. My martini ($13) was really good, I especially loved the olives they use here. I like the lounge style seating, there were couches, nooks, and chairs arranged in a very comfortable fashion. There were a decent amount of people inside for a Thursday night, mostly small groups of friends or people on dates. It's a really nice atmosphere, very relaxed and inviting to hangout in. Everyone in the bar was weirdly attractive and dressed well for San Francisco and that added to the vibes for sure too lol. Friendly bartender and good cocktail menu, they also have a kitchen for small bites. I am definitely coming back!

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    Bar Darling - Mijo Mijo: Vodka w/ tomato, basil, bell pepper, citrus ($14) + Diet Coke ($4)

    Bar Darling

    4.3(61 reviews)
    2.0 miMarina/Cow Hollow

    Peacekeeper is one of my favorite bars in the city for the past decade, and when I found out Bar…read moreDarling is part of the same family, I knew I was in the right place. After a park day at the Presidio, we wanted to move the party and we decided on Bar Darling. It was a Saturday afternoon and it was jam packed. Luckily we were able to get some space in the alley way for us to order drinks from our server. We've been on a Friday around 5pm on another day, it wasn't as busy, so definitely a great place to start and maybe end the night. In a time where craft cocktails have gotten really expensive, Bar Darling offers craft cocktails (their signature cocktails) all for $14 each. If you know Peacekeeper, you know there's a lot of thought and imagination that goes into their drinks and it definitely shows here. My favorites were the Mama J (tequila based) and the Jaji (mezcal based). The aesthetic and vibes of this place is 10/10. Definitely great for a group of friends and/or date night!

    Visited on a busy Saturday evening with a group of six colleagues for drinks. The main bar area was…read morecompletely full when we arrived, but the staff helpfully directed us to an additional seating area in back, worth knowing if you're planning to stop by on a weekend. I'll note that the promotional photos online give a somewhat misleading impression of the ambiance. The actual interior is considerably more modest and utilitarian than advertised. We ended up seated outdoors beneath one of those industrial heat lamps, which was blasting uncomfortably hot air until our server kindly switched it off at our request. That said, the service was efficient and attentive. Our drinks arrived promptly despite the crowd, and the staff managed the busy room well. Nothing particularly memorable about the experience, but perfectly adequate for a casual evening out. A solid four out of five stars.

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    Bar Darling - Amazing lounge vibes

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