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The Lucky Spot

4.6 (16 reviews)
Closed 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
Updated 2 months ago

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Sara S.

Great spot in the city! We went out on a Saturday night for a date night, and wanted to walk around the North Beach area. The bar had a lot of open space and loved all the artwork and photos on the walls. It's was also great to see that they kept a few pieces from the old bar, "Vieni Vieni." The bartender was nice--just a little on the quiet side--but overall, we had a great time and would definitely go back.

Jsphn T.

Noticed a new sign outside and walked in randomly last week and was welcomed by Barry? I hope I got that correct. The place is nice, the decor and drinks selection! There is a drink menu where I ordered from- can't remember what it was, but it was quite good. With two big Tv's - a good vibe to watch your favorite sports team. It felt neighborhoody and I find that a plus . I shall return.

Great spot! My friend did her birthday party here and invited maybe 60 people and this place killed it. The service and drinks have been fantastic. I mean I've walked up to the bar three times and immediately the bartender has come up to me. On top of that the drink has been perfect. Not too much and not too little. The bartender in this picture specifically did a fantastic job on reading people and making drinks. Would definitely recommend to anyone!

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Not a dive, not pretentious, just a happy medium to grab a drink and watch sports. Best bartenders and good eats nearby.

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Met some friends on a Friday evening for drinks here . Great cocktails and fun atmosphere. A good addition to the north beach area .

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Visiting from TX and found this place by accident. It reminded us of our hometown hang out spot…read more Everyone made us feel welcome as soon as we came in. Not just the bartender but the manager and the locals hanging out. The drinks were great and the company even better. They gave us some amazing recommendations for some local restaurants and they were all perfect! We will visit again if we ever make it back to San Fran.

I recently came to this bar with a few friends. One friend was a bit intoxicated and wasn't allowed…read morein, which was fine and not an issue AT ALL. While we were outside, we made friendly conversation with a bartender. I overheard another bartender come out for a cigarette and call him by name, so I jokingly used his name while asking if we could come in. At that point, the bartender became extremely aggressive, got in my face, and said, "Say his name one more f*cking time," repeatedly. I was genuinely confused and asked what she meant. Shortly after, a friend who was already inside came out simply to check on us and see why we were still outside. The bartender then told her to "get the f*ck out of my face" and instructed staff not to let her or us in, even though my friend hadn't done anything wrong. It was so confusing and extremely inappropriate. The behavior was unnecessarily hostile and disrespectful. This bar does not treat its customers with basic courtesy, and that bartender showed zero professionalism or customer service skills.

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My friends and I totally stumbled upon Petit Lil's after a dinner nearby, and the holiday vibes…read morewere immaculate! With giant ornaments, Christmas tree foliage, pretty lights, and a movie projected onto the wall, the atmosphere was lively, fun, and cozy. As we briefly waited to be seated, I was pleasantly surprised when someone brought out glasses and poured us some complimentary champagne (and later refilled too!). We ordered cocktails at the bar and indulged in the oyster jubilee (buy 6, get 6 free from 10 pm to 1 am). The oysters were pretty fresh. The Pomegranate Nice with non-alcoholic gin instead of non-alcoholic tequila, Negroni Sbagliato, and Blood Orange Gimlet were solid. I didn't love the Aviation though because it was a bit heavy handed on the violet liqueur. But overall, I really loved my experience here!

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Such a fun place to grab a few drinks and truly unwind after a long day. This was my first time…read morevisiting, and I can confidently say it will not be my last. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere immediately stood out. The vibe is relaxed yet lively, making it a great spot whether you're stopping by casually or planning to spend a few hours enjoying yourself. The overall energy of the place made it easy to settle in and enjoy the evening. Everything felt welcoming and well put together, from the ambiance to the music and crowd. It's the kind of spot where you can have great conversation, laugh, and completely decompress without feeling rushed. The service was excellent from start to finish. The staff was attentive, friendly, and consistently checked in without being overbearing. Drinks were made well and delivered promptly, which really added to the experience. Overall, this is a great place to relax, enjoy well made drinks, and soak in a fun atmosphere. I would absolutely return and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a solid spot to unwind and enjoy a great evening out.

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