I've hosted multiple events at Owl Tree (three so far) and have also gone just as a regular customer, and every experience has been excellent. The entire team is incredibly professional and welcoming, from the bouncers at the door to the bartenders behind the bar. When hosting events, that level of coordination and calm makes a huge difference, and Owl Tree delivers every time. Special shout-out to Adrianna, Dasha, and Noelle. They've been consistently helpful, attentive, and genuinely great to work with. You can tell they care about both the guests and the host experience, which isn't always a given. Whether you're planning a special event or just want to enjoy a great bar with a solid atmosphere and staff who know what they're doing, I'd absolutely recommend Owl Tree. read more

Owl Tree - Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great spot on the corner for some drinks. The bartender this evening was amazing. Her name was Dasha I believe. The drinks were amazing and the service was amazing. Really cool person chatting with us and keeping the good vibes going. There's plenty of seating inside and at the bar. read more

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Was my go to bar...13 years ago! Definitely alot has changed. Still an ok bar to grab a drink. read more

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This place is so fun!! So glad we accidently found it! Neighborhood bar and so fun! All are welcome

Beautiful Owl themed bar! So quirky and unique loved it here so much! We ordered two mojitos - coconut and regular. Still can't believe how delicious the coconut mojito was. I hope this stays on the menu forever. I will now be a regular here I loved my experience so much. The bartender was very kind also. read more

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Very fun little bar close to Union square but far enough off the beaten path that it didn't feel touristy or too crowded. The bartender was only one working there when we arrived just after 4. He told us to sit wherever and come order at the bar. We were chatting and just about ready when he seeing by and grabbed our orders, since he was delivering nearby anyway. Very kind person! There were already at least 3 groups of 2 when we arrived (it opens at 4 so some people must have been here right away) and my the time we left an hour later it was packed! Must be a local favorite. I really liked the lighting and the big owl on the wall! The bar felt unique and vintage! We grabbed a seasonal cocktail, some cider aperol spritz and it was fine. You could order food via a QR code at the table. Seemed like it was coming from a partner location. Only drinks this time but I'm really glad we stopped by. This was the perfect escape from the cold on a Saturday before dinner. read more

Owl Tree - Indoor holiday decor! - Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Cute little dive bar with the basic cocktails and drinks! The vibes were nice as we came by for a drink after a late dinner and the G&T I got really hit the spot. They were playing early 2000s throwbacks which were fun as well! read more

Owl Tree - Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Cute neighborhood bar. Not too big but not so small that it's too tight inside. There are maybe 4-6 tables and a bar that can seat about 10 people. We went on Black Friday around 4pm, right after Thanksgiving and it wasn't very busy but still a lively vibe. The bartender was super friendly. The bar itself is nicely decorated and felt very welcoming. The drinks were pretty strong but nicely balanced and good flavor. My wife had a banana cocktail, my daughter had a pear sour cocktail, and I had a beer on draft. The cocktails were really good - not too sweet. Next we ordered old fashioneds and they were also nicely balanced, not too sweet. If back in the area again I would like to come back. read more

Owl Tree - pear sour cocktail - Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Very kool small bar with great drinks and a great vibe. The bartender was super nice and she was on point with the pours.

Not as divey as i like, I would not call this a dive bar. Great drink and good service. read more

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WOW!!! The bartenders are all so good! We had Olga! She makes these drinks that take you to the moon and back, even Katy Parry style!! The whole place is great for having a good time! read more

chill vibes, good ambiance, played good music and had strong drinks. the stairs to the upstairs bathroom might be hazardous...lol be careful! read more

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Stopped off here after checking out a bar the next block over. I like the homage to the owner who loves owls. Got service pretty quick here and the bar staff were nice. It was a good spot for me and my friends to chat with an interesting ambiance. Decor was fun and on theme. Didn't get food, but we were happy with our drinks. Thank you ! read more

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Owls. Low light. Great music. Pictured is a beautiful Paloma. What else can you really ask for? read more

Owl Tree - Paloma - Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here after seeing the sign a month or so ago. Not a bad place at all, nice interior and good selection of liquor. They have 2 TVs & they're playing the NFL games on tonight. Service was prompt & the bartender was very nice (fyi it's a Sunday at 8pm) read more

The atmosphere was welcoming and had a chill vibe, with lots of cute and quirky owl decor and art throughout. The place was packed with people on a Saturday night, but seats opened up at the bar in no time, so it worked out. Great service from the bartender. The old fashioned and hootie hoo gin and tonic were your classic cocktails but with fancier names on the "Wet Your Beak" menu, and made well. Also tried Blanton's bourbon, which had a nice balanced taste with just a tinge of sweetness. Decent drinks, good service, a pretty cool place to hangout. read more

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Great vibes for New Year's Eve, with cute decorations and fun props from staff. Reasonably priced drinks with good selection! read more

Owl Tree - (Former) Paloma - Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Nice little bar near union square. They have good drinks and nice customer service. We had a couple of la Paloma's and were surprised that the charge was a couple bucks more than the menu price. It looked like we were charged extra for a top shelf alcohol. It's all good because we did enjoy the drinks. read more

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Stopped by here after the Christmas pop up bar around the corner was closed. Surprised to see this bar had no line and was a little empty. A win for us! Owl tree has lots of owl decorations so the name is very suiting. It was nicely decorated for Christmas and the drinks are reasonable! Cocktails under $14! Nice booth and table seating. They had sports on one tv screen and a GoPro promo video on the other so that was kind of strange. Not sure what the clientele was but the old fashioned and Manhattan was nicely made. Will come here again. read more

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super cozy local spot! swung by on a friday night with a group of 4 and it wasn't too busy, we got a booth immediately. the bartender was attentive (not hard to flag down at all) and really nice - she took the time to make a custom mocktaiil for my friend. she knew a lot of the customers personally - it seemed like a local go-to spot. we were looking for a more chill bar where we could just chat and hang out and this fit the bill perfectly. drinks were great too! read more

Owl Tree - lychee-tini - Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Dropped by for some pregame drinks with a friend and this place did not disappoint! We sat at the bar and the bartender was very friendly - talkative and clearly close with the regulars but not too chatty that we felt they were in our face or anything. The drinks were HEAVY pours which we appreciated since we were there to pregame for a concert. The shots were huge!! Small corner of the street bar with a locals heavy vibe. Dark and casual, loved it and definitely will be coming back! read more

Happy to see the Owl Tree open! I was here in October and was sad to see it closed. Shout out to the doorman who carded my old ass! LOL! We scored a small table and just had a drink. Still great vibe of people from all walks of life! Friendly bar staff and strong drinks! WHOOOOOOOTY WHOOOOOOOOOOOOO! read more

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I have walked by this bar soooo many times and when a friend said let's go I didn't hesitate to say yes. What a fun little gem this place is. Friendly staff, decent prices, and delicious drinks what more could you ask for? Well, Owl Tree provided a cozy not overly crowded seating area, fun music, festive decor and very cool owl sculpture on the back wall. My favorite part was the super friendly staff who greeted me with a smile and helped me pick out a drink. Will def be coming back and won't be walking past it as much anymore. Must try. read more

Charming dark little place. Tables were beautifully lit and drinks had great presentation. So glad we stopped here during our trip to SF. read more

Owl Tree - two cocktails on a bar table - Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

I stopped into Owl Tree with some friends around midnight. They had security at the door to check ID's and they were super friendly, which is always a great thing when checking out a new bar. It wasn't overly crowded, and we found a table to hang out at while we enjoyed our drinks. One of our friends went up to the bar to order and the bartender was nice enough to deliver them straight to the table. I wonder if this is both good service and a safety measure. Either way, I noticed it and appreciate it. I'll definitely keep this spot in mind for my next SF trip. read more

Stopped in for a few drinks. The female bartender was so friendly and polite. We were in a booth and she always checked on us even though the place was packed to the gills. Great upbeat atmosphere with good music. Nice young man at the door checking Id's etc. He also checked on us to make sure we didn't need anything. We will definitely go back. read more

Walked in and was faced with a female bartender trying to bend my ID and saying because I don't "look 23" I need to leave. Like...wtf?! She wouldn't provide me with her name or the managers. And, believe me, I'm no Karen. If you go here don't look under age even if you have a valid ID. read more

The bar at our hotel wasn't open yet so the six of us decided to go here for a drink. Outstanding decision. Great little neighborhood bar. Very clean and great drinks. The Manhattans were made to perfection and the bubbly was excellent. We lucked into the place this time. We will be back and it will be, very much, on purpose. read more

It's never planned, but whenever I visit the city I find myself in the owl tree. The drinks are good and come quickly, the music and vibe is excellent and there's always some nice eye candy for both sexes. read more

Love this treasure of a bar. Staff is super friendly, attentive and makers of delicious cocktails. Highly recommend!

Owl tree is a quaint corner bar. Stopped in on a late night Saturday for a mule and martini with bae. Both our drinks were made with care. Our bartender Ashley was super great, great drinks. Great customer service and cute vibe and good music. read more

Super cute affordable and cozy. If you accidentally leave an item there which I think happens a lot they have an online form you can fill out and a phone number to call NICE! ;) read more

Great experience at this bar thanks to the wonderful lady bartender Adriana who makes the best lemon drops. We had a great time great music, ambiance and service. Loved that we came across this gem while in town. read more

Stumbled across this little gem during date night- I can't remember the bartenders name, but she was a whole vibe! immediately asked us what we wanted to drink, and if we had a song that we wanted to hear she would play for us. As a bartender myself, i definitely appreciate the acknowledgment and not just look at us and ignore you (yes I've had that happen plenty of times at bars) when we told her we just had a baby and it was our first night out- she poured us up another shot and then said "let me see your phone" and took some pics of us. She had a whole bar and tables full but she made you feel like no one else was there and gave you undivided attention. I'm from Oakland and we still go back from time to time just cause of her. Sadly, we haven't gotten her again but the other bartenders are just as attentive and great. Definitely recommended. read more

Nice little neighborhood bar. Never too crowded and they have really cool weird movies playing. The bartenders are attentive. Used to live in the hood and this was one of my go-to places. A good mix of locals and tourists, but mostly locals. read more

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Lively place with Good service and friendly patrons. We enjoyed the establishment and across the street we ate at a very good Asian restaurant. read more

I was spending the day downtown and wanted a place to take a break, sit and grab a drink. Owl Tree offered the perfect place for some R&R. The space is clean with a lot of seating options. The bartender was very friendly and attentive. I got the Paloma and my husband got the Moscow Mule. Drinks were very reasonably priced and definitely no skimping on the alcohol. There's also a few TVs around to watch the game. Overall, a solid stop when looking for some quiet downtown. read more

Owl Tree - Paloma & Moscow Mule - Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Was in San Francisco for a week and came to this spot around the corner from my hotel and I can honestly say that they treated me with respect and all the staff were super friendly. Made me feel really comfortable. Good ambiance and overall a good spot to relax and have a few drinks. I would definitely return when I go back and I most definitely recommend this place. read more

Dish washing method is a little questionable. Looks like a rinse with no soap. In SF. You need a little more than that. Don't know if the bartender has enough velocity in her shaking of drinks. But wouldn't avoid it. Just wouldn't seek it out. Came for a whiskey sour. They can make one. But no egg whites. Don't know if that can be called a whiskey sour. Jack and coke was strong enough. Wasn't terrible. Maybe it was what it was. A little bar on the corner in SF. Better than a shithole. read more

Came here while I waited for seating for dinner at Cocobang. This is a cozy quiet place for stiff (and tasty) drinks. The service was quick and pleasant read more

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