What I saw really worried me during these COVID times. Folks were drunk and smoking right in front of the doorway! Definitely felt crowded with no social distancing. Absolutely no concern for the safety of patrons walking by or waiting for their drinks/food. This is why we can't have nice things, like indoor dining!! Guy knows I ordered to-go drinks but he hands me a cup with no top/cover. Really? Am I suppose to walk home with an open container/cocktail? What if I'm driving? I'm just baffled by this lack of forethought and gross violation of any safety measures. Really wanted to support this neighborhood bar but I'll stay away until they take this situation seriously. read more

I'm not one to leave reviews but I had an extremely weird/bad experience solely due to one of hostesses/bartenders, not sure what she was. Right off the bat, she had an extremely condescending, rude attitude. I work in a customer service facing environment and was very surprised by her attitude. Not sure if she was having a bad day but I felt like she being EXTREMELY RUDE to my guest and I. I asked her something about about the menu, couldn't hear her so I asked her to clarify... and then she turned away and loudly said "ANYWAYS" within earshot. I was shocked. She had red hair, tattoos, and glasses. After we got our drinks, she never checked on us ONCE despite checking on every other party. As we were leaving, the other bartender said 'Thank you for coming', as she stared at us blankly. Worst service ive had in years! We went across the street at Riptide and the service was 10x better. Please do not work in a customer service facing environment if you either hate your job or don't know how not let your life negatively affect work. The atmosphere, other bartender and drinks get 8/10. Everything was great but this chick needs a reality check. read more

Had this outer sunset spot bookmarked for awhile and finally got the opportunity to head out that way the night of the NBA finals. I'm never out here on this stretch of Taraval, but there are def some gems! We were there around 10 pm and the bar was pretty packed. We were able to snag a couple bar seats, a couple cocktails. I looooved my sundress -- Volstead Vodka, Suze Bitters, Watermelon, Kaffir Lime Leaves, Lemon, Saline. Bf got the Snow Shoes -- George Dickel Rye Whiskey, Smoked Pineapple, Pecan Orgeat, Lime, Bitters, also delicious. We drank them too quickly. It was like every 25-35yo in the outer sunset was there. Can't wait to go back! read more

White Cap is bringing a new wave of craft cocktails to the sunset. It's owned by the same owners as The Treasury downtown, but it left any similarities in it's wake. White Cap caters to blue collar customers and has many amazing cocktails, beers and wine available. I don't think it competes with newly renovated Rip Tide across the street because they both have different styles and menus. It's a great place to host out of town family and friends and become your new go-to watering hole. It's certainly mine! read more

Cool space. Unimpressive tasteless cocktails and service. Bartenders need to focus on customers. read more

Bartender was extremely rude and short with us. He was having a long conversation with another customer and took forever to serve us. After finally ordering our drinks we asked if they served any food, he just said "It's a bar, what do you think?" Plenty of bars serve some food and we were just walking in off the street so we honestly didn't know. The atmosphere was blah, the drinks were blah, and the staff got up on the wrong side of the bed. Definitely won't be going back there. read more

I love this place. Very chill for a late-night cocktail and other nights it's packed. Any time of day or night, they have great music and great drinks and mix it up every few months with a new cocktail list (always with a quality theme). Great for date night or a nightcap. read more

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Best bar in our neighborhood! Delicious and unique drinks and cool atmosphere. Was so impressed how this place adjusted during COVID-19; they now have an outdoor area (taking over the parklet in front), with sort of a tiki vibe. Super cute and makes us feel like the pandemic ain't so bad. Grateful to have this place within walking distance of our apartment! read more

My new favorite bar in SF! A cozy place with a welcoming & friendly crowd, lots of natives, and great cocktails! Try the Monkey Wrench! The drinks are tasty without being too sweet. Also, points for being eco friendly with biodegradable straws #plasticfree read more

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One of the few places left that doesn't make me sad about the state of San Francisco. The owner is a surfer and opened the place a few years ago. He brought a friendly Outer Sunset community vibe to the place that is refreshing, and despite not being much of a drinker, gets me out there. Bartenders are helpful and friendly. Awesome parklet in front, and you can get tacos next door. read more

Pretty interesting location (you can hear the Pacific Ocean waves crashing) and a smaller/intimate interior with a younger crowd. Prices are pretty high for specialty cocktails that were just alright read more

White Cap makes yummy fresh cocktails and has a really lovely interior that somehow combines sophisticated with cute and cozy. I used to make the trip out to White Cap when I lived in the Richmond District because I loved it that much. I recently moved nearby and now in post-pandemic times, they've had a window that they serve to-go cocktails out of. They update their cocktails regularly, so it's nice to always be able to try something new. read more

Great new bar in the neighborhood. Can't stop drinking the Sundress....Yes, I said sundress. Once you try this, you'll say it too. read more

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For a Sunset district, this is a sick place to go to. I'd recommend Anyone who wants a downtown bar feel in the burbs. :) Burbs need love too. read more

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This is the coolest and most stylish bar in the Sunset District by far. Whitecap looks like the bar area of a Bond villain's lair. The space is cozy, has chill lighting and amazing cocktails. I'm a whiskey guy but I tend to lean towards mezcal cocktails like Corbet's Couloir a Del Maguey Mezcal cocktail mixed with Manzanita Sherry,Creme de violette,blood orange,lemon and sugar. It is a perfect balance of smokey, tart and sweet. If mezcal isn't your scene,they have something for the whiskey, tequila,gin and vodka lover as well. read more

I'm sorry that a very few people may have had an isolated, sub-par experience at White Cap - but that has never been my experience - and I've been coming here regularly since they opened. I come here ESPECIALLY for the bartenders - the staff is wonderful and it's great to feel and be treated like a regular :) The bartenders are all friendly and talented, and the changing menu is always fantastic. There's absolutely nothing else like White Cap on the west side of the city and we are so grateful for it! read more

Probably the friendliest bartenders I've had in the Bay, and it wasn't even because they were looking to get tipped. Definitely a local's spot, doesn't look like much on the outside, but great vibes and decor on the inside. Their specialty cocktails drinks are absolutely addictive, so consider yourself officially warned! read more

I don't think I'll be going back. Bummer, because I live in the neighborhood and it's nice to have an upper scale cocktail bar nearby. We've been there a few times, I really liked their drink menu concepts and their drinks are pretty good, albeit a little expensive. But the sherry thing? WTF? No one drinks sherry... You cook with sherry. The reason I am so compelled to write about White Cap today is because of my experience on NYE last week. Four of us went and anchored at the bar for the festivities. We were having a good time drinking a lot of drinks. About 20 minutes till midnight, I asked the bar tender if there is going to be a champagne toast at midnight. He said no and offered me a $20 half bottle of champagne. C'mon now, it's new year's eve at a bar, you don't have a few bottles of Cook's back there? What fucking bar doesn't do a toast on NYE? The bartender motioned to the other end of the bar and said, there's the owner, you can ask him. He looked like a total douche with a bimbo hanging off of each shoulder. I didn't bother. We went back to my house and popped a bottle right on time after paying my $200+ tab. Too bad, because $10 worth of cheap bubbly and we would have stayed till closing and that tab would have been more like $400. And we'd probably be going back. read more

The bartender was very RUDE. So I chalked it up to a bad day & went back. Again the bartender was RUDE...never again . The drinks were expensive & poor tasting. I see no redeeming quality. Arrogant and pretentious is where I draw the line. read more

I was visiting from LA and the girl bartender with the dark hair was awesome! She made a killer drink and made this whole new weird covid experience a little bit better. I recommend this place :) read more

Super chill, low-key, lovely drinks, and solid staff. Definitely a repeat on repeat.

I love this place. I stepped in for the first time this weekend and had two drinks. Both were absolutely delicious. When I think about going out for drinks, this experience is what I expect. The bar wasn't over crowded, the music wasn't too loud, the lights were at a relaxing dim and there was plenty of comfortable seating. Both bartenders were lovely and very accomodating. Great place to relax and finish off the night, and now my official bar for Whiskey Sours. read more

Great new bar in the sunset! Modern decor and a cool overall vibe. The drinks are super creative and delicious. Try the monkey wrench! Not too sweet and soo refreshing! One of my new favorite drinks in the city. read more

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I ordered a drink and paid for it and the bartender, Eric, immediately stuffed all the change in his tip jar, will never go there again!

Had never been here before and was super excited because I live in the neighborhood. The interior is so cute and I loved the fire place. Love the drink menu and the theme of the menu as "superstitions". Unfortunately, the staff is very unwelcoming and rude. I came to scope the place out for a potential date place and am so glad I came ahead of time because I will never return. Thankfully Riptide is across the street and has a phenomenal staff! read more

Found this place after dinner at Thang Long. It was not too crowded, the bartenders were attentive, and the drinks were just as good as any bar- pretty and overpriced. There's a jukebox which is cool. It's right by the beach and is probably a neighborhood bar. I won't go back though because there was no diversity in the staff or the patrons. read more

This is a beautiful mixology bar. So nice to have this quality in our little part of the Outer Sunset area. The bartenders are super nice and the vibe is always very chill and welcoming. Thank you! read more

Love this place!! Cute little menu! Great seating area! Lots a fun times with friends! Delish drinks!

Went to visit for the first time on a Sat night in the summer around 10pm. The bar was swamped and they only had 2 bartenders. The delay to get drinks is insane. In addition, I ordered the Spanish Spritz which is just a Aperol Spritz with sherry in it. I watched him make it closely and saw no sherry go in - just way too much aperol and a splash of prosecco. Because it was so busy it took me another half hour to get the bartenders attention to try and correct it. By that point I just left. I was with someone who had the Snowshoe ( a sweet drink with rye whisky) it was tasty. Great drink list but poor staff. I honestly think the bartenders are just too young and don't have a manageable workflow to be handcrafting this many drinks. read more

I went here with a friend to support a new local business and I was sorely disappointed. The bartender was not very attentive, the drinks were subpar and also extremely over priced. The bartender seemed more interested in jumping back over the bar and hanging with friends then serving the patrons. read more

At last, great cocktails in the Outer Parkside! The drinks are fantastic, the vibe is great, and the staff friendly and helpful.

Really good cocktails and knowledgeable staff. It's usually not too crowded which is nice, even on game days. The menu changes with the seasons so there's always a reason to come back. read more

What an amazing addition to the Sunset! I love how hip our area is getting. After sitting here for hours, and trying most of the drinks, I can say this is a place you want to come to for sure. We had the chances to meet the owner and both his parents, who were all very fun. Can not wait to go back. read more

Shoutout to Jordan for making some bomb drinks! Nice to find a good quality bar in my neighborhood

Some of the best cocktails in town, great bartenders and stylish decor. Owned by a Native San Franciscan so you know the ambiance is on point. Highly recommend the Snowshoe cocktail when you're here. read more

Man, I really wanted (still want!) to like this place but $12 cocktails and $8 beers in the Sunset????? Something ain't right about that. Come on ya'll. Maybe once in a blue moon, but def not a true Sunset vibe read more

Friendly and welcoming bartenders made me and my fiance feel right at home ordering unique and delicious beer options and handcrafted cocktails. A cozy yet supremely cool environment with a killer location a short walk to the beach -- would highly recommend! read more

This place has very interesting drinks, a little bit on the pricey side, but a great ambience. I love the fireplace in the staff was very friendly. I love that we're getting more options in the sunset! read more

Great chill spot, delish/interesting drinks, nice bartenders. Normal cocktail prices.

Mixed review. The cocktails were great, but the place is tiny and not very comfortable. It is great that dogs are allowed. Bartenders were friendly, but the hipster-sized beers seemed abit silly. The fireplace is lovely, but there could be much better use of the space. White Cap is a cool name, but there were no other references to surfing! read more