The Best Bars in San Francisco

Taverna Aventine

Happy Hour: 3pm-7pm (weekdays) Lunch: 11:30am - 2:30am (weekdays) Aventine goes to great and elegant lengths to pay homage to ye olde days. The co-owners (Vintage 415, the guys behind Mamacita and Umami; and Gian Paolo Veronese, who also owns the A... more

Teeth

San Francisco's much-anticipated muppet-themed bar, Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem, has at last opened its doors. "Mayhem" will serve infantilized pub-style food, such as fried chicken with a jelly doughnut, although there's allegedly a burger ga... more

Tempest Bar & Box Kitchen

Established in 1950, The Tempest is a historic bar that sits adjacent to the San Francisco Chronicle building and has been a watering hole for local journalists, bike messengers, the after-work crowd and locals for decades. The Tempest is also hom... more

Teo Restaurant and Bar

Tēo is derived from the origins of our cuisine, Teo Chew, also known as Chui Chow or Chaozhou. We are not only a restaurant & bar. We are the place where:  * locals make new friends; * startups meet; * companies and organizaations h... more

Tequila Mockingbird

A little bar / lounge off Market. Busy for the Happy Hour, afterwork crowd. more

Terroir

Terroir is a wine bar and retail shop offering only the best in natural and traditional regional European wine. We also offer a selection of cheeses, charcuterie, and small plates. more

The 1881 at The Mansion on Sutter

The 1881 is inspired by it’s rich history transformed by the culinary journey envisioned by Executive Chef, John Goulette providing a menu of classics, seasoned with his signature touch. more

The Alembic San Francisco

We stick to a fairly simple recipe: local foods, small dishes, big drinks and home brews. more

The Ave Bar

A neighborhood bar known for its good selection of local beers and comfy couches. more

The Bar on Dolores

No matter who you're rooting for, your "Home away from home" will be serving up Great Sports, along with booze & beer specials! 12 HD TVs! Just tell us what game you want to see, and we'll put it on. more

The Barrel Room - San Francisco

The Barrel Room is a wine bar specializing in small-production terroir-expressive wines from all around the world. Tell the staff what you generally like and let them select wines to fit your preference. -------- The Barrel Room is a full sc... more

The Beehive

Stylish and buzzing (no pun intended), The Beehive took the Mission by storm since opening its doors earlier this year. The cocktails err on the sweeter side, with standouts like the passion fruit-infused Thunderbird, but the most curious feature is... more

The Beer Basement - Ales Unlimited

Beer Basement is your destination to taste some new craft beer in cool down to earth setting. This venue was once the green room for the legendary Blackhawk jazz venue. Miles Davis snorted coke in this room.  The Setup presents stand up comedy... more

The Beer Hall

The Bay Area is experiencing a true explosion in craft beers, with several breweries, beer gardens and beer bars all opening in just the past few months. One of the newest spots in San Francisco is the Beer Hall, part of the revitalization of San Fra... more

The Beverage Academy

The Beverage Academy classes provide an entertaining, highly informative, hands-on learning experience in the world of spirits and cocktails. more

The Bitter End

Play pool or darts.  Drink a beer and have a bite to eat.  Plus Tuesday is trivia night. more

The Blarney Stone

We are here for all of your liquid enjoyment needs. Served straight up or on the rocks. more

The Blue Light

The Blue Light Bar and Restaurant was opened in 1984 by legendary blues star Boz Scaggs. Combining delicious down-home meals with a Texas twang, a pumping bar, and great rock 'n roll... - citysearch.com The Blue Light has a full bar with food, pool... more

The Boardroom

The Boardroom has an aesthetic approach to a not-so-typical sports bar. The Boardroom offers an atmosphere conducive to watching all types of sports - from surfing and snowboarding to football and hockey - while still maintaining a classic appeal.... more

The Brixton on 2nd

The Brixton San Francisco has opened the second location of its iconic, rock 'n roll inspired restaurant. The Brixton on 2nd is a full service restaurant with a lively bar and cafe and features two separate private dining rooms available for guests.... more

The Brixton on Union

The Brixton. A Welcome Refuge. Craft Beer and Specialty Cocktails. Scrumptious eats. A kick-drum backbeat. Whet your whistle and satisfy your food craving at The Brixton. Located in the heart of Cow Hollow. Dinner | Thursday -Sunday Brunch | Sa... more

The Buena Vista Cafe

The historic venture started on the night of November the 10th in 1952. Jack Koeppler, then-owner of the Buena Vista, challenged international travel writer Stanton Delaplane to help re-create a highly touted "Irish Coffee" served at Shannon Airport... more

The Cafe

Having been a staple of the Castro night scene for over 20 years, The Café represents the best of the 21+ Castro bar scene. The Café finished a complete remodel in 2009, creating an atmosphere that can only be described as "The Caf&eacu... more

The Cavalier

The Cavalier is a London inspired brasserie from Restaurateurs Anna Weinberg, James Nicholas and Chef Jennifer Puccio, owners and creators of the critically acclaimed San Francisco restaurants Marlowe and Park Tavern. more

The Chapel

The Chapel, in the heart of the Mission District, is in a 1914 building that was originally built as a mortuary. It has been completely renovated and the beautiful chapel, with its 40-foot high arched ceiling, is one of the best music rooms in the ci... more

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The Check-In Lounge

The Check-In is about more than wine & cocktails... It's about connection, conversation and learning about the world and people through a local perspective. more

The Chieftain

The Chieftain is a classic pub, a wonderful pub to watch a game, meet before heading over to AT&T Park and central enough for friends meeting after work.   St. Patrick's Day celebrations.  Close to Moscone Center and the San Francisco C... more

The Cinch

For those who are in the know, the Cinch is a semi-secret gem in the City. Tucked away in the Polk Street Gultch (the City's former gay neighborhood), this queer western-style bar has a unique look and feel about it that defies time and space. The at... more

The Comet Club

The Comet Club offers a lounge atmosphere with booth seating throughout the Club - Bottle service availability - Open Tue. - Sun. and closed Mondays. With live Music / and or DJ every Thursday - Friday - Saturday night. more

The Cosmo Bar & Lounge

On Broadway, the weekend bar scene takes hold. The Cosmo Bar has a beautiful bar, VIP areas, good drinks and DJ's spin a bit of everything, from rock, to hip hop, R&B, 80's, and house. Every Saturday morning the party starts at 6am! more

The Crafty Fox

A welcome addition to the local beer scene.   Great location.  Once the home of Woodward's Garden. In this bar, you have found the fox's lair, tucked into the city.   Cars pass over and along, unknowing that tasty beer is flowing.... more

The Creamery

We are open all day, all week,  from the commute in the morning to a happy hour drink after work. We are located just across the street from the 4th & King Caltrain Station, right in the hub of what has quickly become one of the most vibrant... more

The Dark Horse Inn

Specializing in local craft beer & Northern California wines served with great burgers, sandwiches & bar bites. Good for Families. more

The Detour

The Detour (formerly Brewcade) brings to you a re-imagined version of the neighborhood arcade and interactive space. Quality drinks, comforting bites, a curated mix of games -- both classic and new -- all come together in a playfully warm indust... more

The Devil's Acre

The Douglas Room

The Douglas Room was founded by Mo Hodges and Brian Felley of famed Tenderloin watering hole, Benjamin Cooper. Central to the experience will be a high-energy, social bar scene, featuring a concise hand-crafted cocktail program with innovative season... more

The Dubliner

A casual local Irish bar where friends can meet and not have to shout over the noise. The crowd varies with age and style, but all have one thing in common... to drink in a very comfortable and gentry atmosphere. There are many beers to chose from... more

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