The Best Bars in Bay Area

O'Keefe's Bar

O'Keefe's Bar is a set along the nondescript strip of businesses along Inner Balboa. Close to the park and cash-only, the pub also features a pool table and jukebox. more

This authentic Irish watering hole forgoes the fancy apps and entrees and focuses on the brews. They offer beer flights, and customers can select four out of 30 rotating taps that pour everything from crisp Stella Artois apple cider to the “Hol... more

O'Neill's Irish Pub

O'Reilly's Pub

O'Reilly's is an EVENT space for live local music, DJ dance parties, comedy and more. Contact us at [email protected] or leave a message at (415) 387-6455. more

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Obscenity Bar & Lounge

We aim to embolden, delight, and break from the norm. Join us at Obscenity Bar & Lounge for Kerouac’s favorite Old Fashioned. We promise not to lure you with cookies and wine. Instead, we do so with whiskey and jazz. We celebrate the First... more

Ocean Ale House

We have both, local and global focus with 12 beer taps, 8 wines by the glass and 20 wine bottles.  Our wines range from $6 to $13 a glass, beers start around $5 and top out around $12 for a "super high-end barrel-aged almanac” - call your... more

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Ocean View Brew Works

Ocean View Brew Works is a pint-sized brewery and taproom in Albany, crafting small batch beers. Ocean View was the original name of Albany and refers to the entire West Berkeley/Albany region. The brewery is named to reflect the rich history of the... more

OceanCiders

Oda

A meeting place in the heart of Mission Bay - Kitchen, Bar, Brewery, Catering. Oda is a full service restaurant in SF's new Mission Bay neighborhood. Owner Valon Grajqevci hails from Kosovo, where an oda is the central meeting place or heart of the... more

Oddjob

A very sweet little bar / lounge in SoMa that features DJs and even live music occasionally. more

Odin

All our food is made in-house, from the tortillas to the salsas, we ensure the freshest and most authentic flavors in every dish. more

Off the Hook Sports Bar & Grill

Your classic neighborhood watering hole, Off The Hook spends most nights corralling sports fans and anyone looking for some good booze-assisted socializing. The strip mall location pretty much guarantees that the crowd will be unique in that possibly... more

Off The Rails Brewing Co.

Located in the historic district of downtown Sunnyvale with its award-winning brewery, Off the Rails is the perfect neighborhood gathering spot for family and friends. more

Office Bar

Old Devil Moon - closed

Old Devil Moon has risen at the Crossroads of the Mission & Bernal Heights. We've got an excellent selection of craft beer, cocktails, po' boys, an easy vibe with a big helping of spice. Come hang out on our big sunny patio where you can watch the mo... more

Old Princeton Landing

Old Princeton Landing welcomes locals and visitors alike. With the merging of the adjoining restaurant to the bar, we've named the entire facility Old Princeton Landing Public House and Grill. more

One Double Oh Seven Club

The sign says "Smokers Lounge"—welcome words to a particular slice of the population. And as it happens, that demographic includes a lot of fun people. Outside the Plexiglass wall that defines the smokers' section (and includes the bar itself),... more

One65

ONE65 is an innovative multi-level culinary destination with French flair that offers four distinct modern dining experiences under one roof. Ranging from casual to fine dining, each floor showcases its own individual concept and design. Occupyin... more

Opal Social Club

Opal has become one of the most popular clubs in the South Bay. Elegant decor, an outdoor patio, multiple bars, an elevated DJ booth, state-of-the-art sound system and special effects, house music and VIP treatment second to none. Reserve a spot on t... more

Ora Wine Bar

Woman owned! Taste and enjoy unique wines from all over the world. Beers and ciders too. more

Orbit Room

The snazzy deco interior and ample scooter parking guarantee a perpetual crowd for this local coffeehouse / bar. Located next to little Hollywood Laundrette on Market and Octavia, the Orbit Room provides good reason to do your laundry alone. With i... more

Origin SF

Origin is your destination for a high energy nightlife experience. Beautifully designed and uniquely decorated, 8,000 square feet of timeless elegance. more

Original Gravity Public House

Serving regional craft beers and some international selections, Original Gravity has become a hub for beer fans in downtown San Jose. Specialty menu items, such as gourmet grilled cheese, duck fat fries and sweet apricot sausage from an extensive... more

Original Pattern Brewing Company

Original Pattern Brewing Company is a family owned brewery and tasting room in Oakland, California founded by Ryan Frank, Caitlin O'Connor, Max Silverstein and Margie Silverstein. Our mission is to build a brewery and tasting room that focuses meticu... more

Osso Steakhouse

What is the difference between a very good steak and a great steak? A great steak requires aging in a large, specialized facility that provides a sanitized environment.  A highly skilled butcher must be on premises at all times to monitor air f... more

Osteria Bella

Osteria Bella is about sharing our passion of Vermouth with the community of San Francisco. For the past 15 years, we at Bella Trattoria have been selling and educating our customers about the wonderful world of Vermouth. Now, with the opening of... more

Outer Orbit

Harnessing the vibe of an old school pinball salon, Outer Orbit is a pinhall outfitted for all ages and skill levels. With pins ranging from retro to right-now, a beautiful vinyl jukebox stocked with oldies and current hits, Outer Orbit matches new w... more

Outerlands

Outerlands is a gathering place for sea goers who seek warmth, shelter, food, and fellowship. It is a home for art and music, enjoyed with unique offerings of local, organic food and drink, changing with the bounty of the seasons. more

Outré

Outré is a nice, sometimes lively bar / lounge / restaurant in the Marina. There are TVs along the long bar for game days/nights. The drinks and food are good and they serve brunch on weekends. more

Oxbow Wine & Cheese Merchant

Enjoy delicious cheese selected by our expert cheesemongers. Or choose from our boutique assortment of wines from artisanal producers all around the world. Take a seat at our Wine Bar & savor an artisanal cheese board with a flight of selected win... more

Ozumo San Francisco

Ozumo brings the spirit of contemporary Tokyo to San Francisco - hip, elegant, and exciting. The stylish dining room - designed by Tokyo's renowned Noriyoshi Muramatsu - overlooks the Bay Bridge and holds one of the city's largest sushi bars. Ozumo's... more

Pa'ina Lounge & Restaurant

Pa'ina is a new Hawaiian and Asian inspired lounge and restaurant! Pa'ina's mission is to create a unique and fun filled atmosphere & dining experience for movie goers, the community, and for people who would like a good time. We feature an exten... more

PABU - San Francisco

Chef Ken Tominaga brings forth a modern take on traditional Izakaya-style dining with PABU San Francisco. In partnership with Michael Mina this modern izakaya and sushi bar in downtown San Francisco is a dream brought to life for Tominaga and Mina. more

Pacific Cocktail Haven

Located near Union Square, Pacific Cocktail Haven (P.C.H.) is a lively bar that has quickly grown into one of America's most acclaimed cocktail destinations. Founded in 2016 by "Best American Bartender" Kevin Diedrich, the bar has transformed from a... more

Pacific Palms Grill and Bar

Dark underground dance. 18+. Old school and R&B. more

Pacific Standard Tap Room

Pacific Standard by The Half Moon Bay Brewing Company is now open in downtown Berkeley! We are open 7 days a week with our award-winning beer, other local and regional beers on tap, and eclectic small bites featuring locally-sourced ingredients. more

Paddy Flynns

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Pagan Idol

Pagan Idol, transports you right from the FiDi to some magical paradise, and it's bringing an almost forgotten sense of excitement to the local bar scene. While impressive wood carvings and plays on light and darkness will speak to the aesthetical... more

Palm City

A great neighborhood spot for wine, beer and sandwiches. more

Palm House

"It's happy hour somewhere" is our mantra, and these timeless words never sounded so good. Housed in the original 1854 dairy farm house where Cow Hollow derives its name and situated behind the second oldest palm tree in San Francisco, Palm House evo... more

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