Each year during San Francisco Pride, the city transforms into a festive, celebratory environment, where everyone is treated as an equal. While celebrations are taking place around the city, several bars and restaurants are celebrating in their own way.

Alioto’s Waterside café: The family-owned restaurant will be offering a specialty cocktail in honor or Pride. The Absolut Mess is made up of Absolut Citron, , Absolut mandarin, Orange, Cranberry & Pineapple Juices and a splash of 7-Up for a friendly cost of $5.

Baker & Banker Bakery: Lori Baker has created a special Pride cupcake for the month of June. The Cosmo Cupcake is made with Vodka Spiked Cake, Lime Curd and Raspberry Frosting, a delicious treat for those celebrating Pride.

cityhouse at Parc 55 Hotel: the restaurant has made a creation called the “Little Hot Mess” for Pride. The cocktail features X-Rated Fusion Liqueur, orange juice and soda.

Four Seasons Hotel Bar & Lounge: The bar and lounge’s “Violet Hour” menu, served from 9:00 pm – close, is offering three special drinks for $8 apiece. The Harvey Milk features Firelit Blue, Bottle, Hangar 1 and Milk, Gilbert’s Flag consists of Muddled Basil & Blueberries, Hangar 1 Lemon and Lemonade and Willie’s Martini features Charbay Vodka, Fresh Pineapple, Lychee and Vanilla Bean.

These and many more great options for an always special weekend of celebration in San Francisco.

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