The Best Bars in Bay Area

Kilowatt

Kilowatt made its name when it used to feature alternative rock, college, grunge, and punk music. But nowadays it's just a dive bar that caters to locals. It's a great stop on your bar-hopping adventures along 16th Street. more

Kimballs Carnival

Kimbara

Kimbara features a solid menu that features delicious Peruvian cuisine, from antichuchos to ceviche to lomo saltado to yummy pisco cocktails. And when the kitchen closes on Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays, from 10pm - 1:45am, Kimbara turns into... more

King of Clubs

Cabaret, drag and goth-industrial ho-downs keep the King of Clubs one of Mountain View’s quirkiest bars, a draw for the entire LGBT spectrum. But it’s the no-cover karaoke with up-to-date musical selections that make this off-the-beaten p... more

King's Head Pub and Restaurant - CLOSED

Anglophiles from all over Silicon Valley flock to the King's Head Pub & Restaurant in Campbell because it's got that true sense of the Isles on tap. A bastion for all things British, the King's Head has it all: booze, billiards, authentic Brit pu... more

Kingfish Pub & Cafe

The Kingfish is one of the few remaining old bars in North Oakland's Temescal District. Originally opened as a bait shop in 1922, The Kingfish is a truly unique bar and very cool place to get a drink. more

Kingmans Lucky Lounge

Kip’s Bar and Grill

Simply put, there's no place in Berkeley like Kip's for a great time. Never has been, never will be. Our two private party rooms hold  as few as 30 and up to 125. Great for birthdays, CD launch, company mixers. Pool table and bring your own ba... more

Knuckles Sport Bar

A local legacy, Monterey's most popular sports bar for 17 years and running, Knuckles offers guests a relaxing atmosphere to watch the big game and grab a beer. Classic drafts are on tap, the Bloody Marys pack plenty of punch and bar food includes z... more

Kona Club

Bamboo walls reflect the warm and cozy hues provide the perfect getaway from city life... Lounge at the bar, play pool, watch the game, or catch a retro Hawaiian movie.  The Kona Club is where locals really come out and party. more

Kona's Street Market

You'll find unique, delicious cocktails at Kona's Street Market which is located in the middle of the Financial District. Walk-ins are also welcome. more

Kozy Kar

Kozy Kar is a bar of all things cool growing up in the 70's and early 80's. Custom vans, eight track players, CB radios, waterbeds, chain steering wheels, shag, mirrored ceilings, van bar seats are just a few of the amenities. more

Kyoto Palace

Win $100 to Kyoto Palace!  Kyoto Palace Japanese Steakhouse, nestled on the second floor of the Pruneyard Shopping Center in Campbell is celebrating its 36th year serving Japanese cuisine. You may know of Kyoto Palace by its original name, Fuji... more

L'Emigrante

At L’emigrante, the goal is to bring world inexpensive unique wines to serve in a cozy European atmosphere. The menu includes small snacks, bruschetta, charcuterie, cheese, salads, and sandwiches. more

La Bande in San Francisco Proper Hotel

Aperitivo is a state of mind at La Bande, our tapas bar merging the vibrant energy of Mediterranean cafés with the seasonal bounty of Northern California. Featuring specialty aperitif cocktails, Old World and biodynamic wines, and gourmet tapas curat... more

La Crema Tasting Lounge - Healdsburg

The next time you’re in Sonoma County Wine Country we invite you stop by the La Crema Tasting Lounge. While you may already include our Sonoma Coast and Monterey wines on your list of favorites, at our contemporary tasting lounge we pour a vari... more

La Dolce Vita Wine Lounge

Come join us at La Dolce Vita Wine Lounge, located in Petaluma's Theater District, just inside Theater Square. Drop in any time to enjoy a sip of wine while watching classic films on the wall behind the bar, or sit and chat with friends at the tabl... more

La Marcha

With its rustic interior, pops of bright color and welcoming atmosphere, La Marcha is a tapas bar in the heart of Berkeley that encapsulates the vibrant culinary culture of Spain.  more

La Trappe Cafe

La Trappe Cafe & Trappist Lounge Serving Belgian Cuisine 19 Beers on Tap 250+ Bottles Available more

Ladera Grill

At the all-new Ladera Grill, noted local chef Tony Garcia prepares a wide range of his signature Italian entrees along with fresh seafood, fine steaks, and innovative daily specials. We are located in downtown Morgan Hill in the historic Skeel's Bu... more

Lagunitas Brewing Co.

Lagunitas Brewing Company began on a kitchen stove in Northern California in 1993. From getting our beer into bottles and onto the streets, Lagunitas always looks to the future. Whether it’s supporting local communities by turning beer into mon... more

Lake Chalet Restaurant

Lake Chalet is beautiful restaurant, located in the historic Oakland Boathouse.  We're proud to provide quality interpretations of classic dishes and daring new ventures into the uncharted territories of food. The restaurant offers dining direc... more

Lakeside Lounge

Last Call Bar

Make "Last Call" your "First Call" in the Castro. A cozy, friendly neighborhood bar. Lots of smiling faces and conversation make it an "Irish Pub" type of atmosphere. Eclectic, mixed clientele. A wonderful place to check out when the noise and bu... more

Last Drop Tavern

Happy Hour Daily 4pm - 7pm. more

Last Rites

Last Rights is a cool little tiki bar in the Castro.   The bar recreates the scene of a airplane crash in some faraway jungle, where all that's left is the interior of a fuselage and ~150 rums. Steps from the J Line at Church and Market. more

Last Stop

A good place to watch the game and get a drink. DJs late. Top of Hill on Mission Street. more

Laszlo Bar

Laszlo, an alias for the infamous French bad boy in Jean Luc Godard's "Breathless", is a multi-level DJ bar located in the heart of the Mission serving a variety of beats, cocktails and appetizers from Foreign Cinema (next door) in a setting fit for... more

Latin American Club

One of several Mission circuit bars which attracts a young, open-minded and festive crowd. The Latin serves hard liquor and tap beer only, with two people-watching window seats, a long bar, a pool table, and an array of deco kitchen tables for social... more

Laurel Court Restaurant and Bar

Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar showcases seasonal, California Coastal inspired menus that are authentically local, traditional and innovative. Our Executive Chef Oscar Gonzalez has partnered with local farmers for the freshest, organic produce and... more

Le Parc Bistrobar

Welcome to Le Parc Bistrobar, a delightful new gem in Union Square, San Francisco, nestled within the Galleria Park Hotel. Led by the renowned Chef Bruno Chemel, this bistro offers a culinary experience that perfectly complements the city's refined t... more

Le Petit Paris 75

Taking over the classic space once occupied by Noc Noc on Broadway, Le Petit Paris has a lounge area great for dates or birthday parties or if you want come enjoy a soccer game or a classic movies the bar or the high top tables are the good spot for... more

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Legends at Bennett Valley

Legends Sports Grill is a full service bar and restaurant serving traditional American food for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy drinks or a great meal amid large-screen televisions, or on the expansive, outdoor patio overlooking gorgeous views of... more

Leo's Oyster Bar

Leo's, everyone’s newest Instagram obsession, has it all—perfect wallpapers, marble surfaces, retro touches, and most importantly, a decadent and delicious menu focused on cocktails and seafood and destined to welcome spring. Here’s... more

Level 13

Level 13 Ultra Lounge located in the heart of downtown Oakland is the newest addition to Oakland's booming nightlife and food scene. We feature live music every Friday, poetry spoken word and some of the Bay Areas most diverse DJs on other nights. more

Lexington House

Known as a bar with a restaurant--not the other way around--this is the perfect spot to share local, seasonal and organic drinks drinks with friends. Lesser-known classics, like the “Fish-House Punch” (rumored to be a favorite of our Firs... more

Li Po Lounge

A truly classic San Francisco bar. Mai Tais, oh yeah. ----- You've got 'em lined up like dim sum on a Sunday: hot dates with the good-looking citizens of our fair city. Once dinner's over and done, though, where to go and make out? The weather... more

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