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    The Riptide

    4.1 (341 reviews)
    InexpensivePubs, Music Venues
    Closed 3:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    THE RIPTIDE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Good selection on tap. Find the doggo at the bar ;)
    Megan J.

    We arrived a little after sunset (5:45ish), pulled up a booth, had a refreshing (& affordable $7!) beer, and rolled out ~6:30 when they were getting started with (free! with prizes!) bingo. We considered staying to play, but had a date with dumplings in our tracks :p There were a few doggos in the bar, including one who had their own seat at the bar and was maybe the cutest thing I've seen all week (: The seats at the bar had one hook per seat to hang a jacket or bag (big plus/thoughtful consideration in my mind). Seems like plenty of events throughout the month (posted some photos of flyers hanging on walls as of 11/11/23). Bartender was friendly & efficient, with a good memory. Fun lil neighborhood watering hole! We'll def be back for bingo the next Saturday we catch a sunset at Ocean Beach.

    Ken D.

    A great local bar with an awesome sense of community! I came here on a Wednesday night for the open mic night to support my friend's last performance. It's a small bar just a few blocks from the beach and has a fun beachy vibe to it! Will definitely have to come back again!

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    Bryan R.

    Had a blast at this place. My brother brought us here while we were visiting. We got to enjoy bingo night and had alot of fun. It was cool to learn about how they burned down an were rebuilt. If I lived in the area I could definitely see myself coming here alot. I especially enjoyed how we could get a pizza drop next door and eat it while drinking. Definitely a place to visit. Service was great and the bartender was very nice.

    Ross C.

    RIPTIDE has been around for decades. The quintessential SF Ocean Beach surf bar. Funky, Friendly, Fun. Definitely a Local hangout but new faces are welcome. Full bar. Some top shelf I'd you want it. Prices reasonable. Parking can be tricky. DON'T park illegally down here.

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    Leah E.

    I just moved to the sunset. And this bar is a five minute walk from my house. We stopped by on a bingo night after a beautiful sunset stroll on the beach. Everyone was ridiculously friendly and there was an awesome welcoming vibe. Who knew that bingo could be so fun?! Two whiskey sodas, and a Tito's soda was $21. $7 a cocktail? YOU CAN'T BEAT THAT. I took a bunch of photos of all the various theme nights they host. I am definitely coming back! Open Mic Monday's Karaoke Tuesday DJ every Friday Bacon Bloody Marys and Live Band on Sunday *Also note this bar is dog friendly.

    Richie W.

    I LOVE this place on a Tuesday night when KJ Eileen is doing karaoke night! Great vibes! Love my bartenders Molly and Dugi! Just crazy how this is the liveliest place in the city on a Tuesday all the way near the beach!

    Double on the rocks - $18. Regrettable lol.

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    I don't feel like I'm in SF in the best possible way. Live band, cool people, what more do you need?

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    Friendly and cozy neighborhood joint w live music, open mic, etc. What's not to love?

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    Rude staff, especially Jeanne! Very slow service! Go to Flanahans on Noriega instead!

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    Best bar with an ocean view! Never a cover, live music on weekends with daily events.

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    Such a cozy neighborhood bar. Great service and bingo was a lot of fun. Drinks are reasonably priced and they allow you to bring food in.

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    Great place for neighborhood hang out! Nice bartenders, reasonable prices....its the Sunsets solution to gray skies!

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    Ask the Community - The Riptide

    Are there stand up comedy open mics?

    There isn't. Open mic is just music only on Mondays.

    Are small dogs allowed inside?

    Yes! Every dog I saw was leashed, as well

    Does the place provide food or small dinner offerings I'm thinking about taking some friends here for a pre bday event?

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    The Riptide - pubs - Updated May 2026

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