The Best Bars in Bay Area

Birdland Jazzista Social Club

The hottest Jazz/Blues/Salsa/Latin Jazz/Indie Social Club in Bay Area. The word is out and it's gone viral, musicians who come out to San Francisco to play at the upscale venues, make it a point to also play at Birdland. Be prepared to be welcomed... more

Bissap Baobab

Bissap Baobab is a restaurant serving dinner nightly and a multi-cultural events venue hosting regular international dance & music Latin and Afrobeat events on Friday and Saturday nights. Stop by for a delicious meal and cocktail. Baobab's men... more

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Bistro SF Grill

Neighborhood gastro pub and wine bar with gourmet burgers, fish, vegan and vegetarian dishes serving local San Francisco brews on tap and an international selection of wines and beers, wine tastings, and special events. more

Bitters Bock & Rye

Bitters Bock & Rye is a unique BBQ restaurant and bar where you can enjoy everything from southern-style fried okra, house-smoked BBQ brisket, southern-style BBQ ribs, jalapeno margaritas (with house-smoked jalapeno-infused tequila), we brew b... more

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

BJ's Brewhouse, since it opened in 2007, has quickly become a brewery institution in Cupertino known for decent prices and awesome beers. While at first glance this place may seem like a brewpub version of an Applebee's, the quality of food and selec... more

Black Rose Irish Pub

Black Watch

Sure, downtown Los Gatos may be home to a Lamborghini dealership, a J. Crew, and more clothing boutiques than you can shake a stick at, but it’s also where The Black Watch lives. Escape all the shiny-happy people by ducking into this no-frills... more

Blackbird Bar

Local rustic modern bar specializing in 2 oak aged cocktails, craft cocktails, 45 artisanal beers, 6 wines by the glass, and 7 half bottles. Happy Hour:  Monday - Friday, 5pm - 8pm more

Blackthorn Tavern

The Blackthorn Tavern, a longstanding Irish pub in the heart of the Inner Sunset under new management, presents free events and specials nearly every day, from Monday-night trivia competition to Sunday football. Blackthorn—“an emerald gem... more

Blind Butcher

Blind Butcher features meaty main dishes, branzino, short ribs, lamb shanks, burgers and lobster mac and cheese. Vegetarian and vegan options will also be available. Appetizers will include charcuterie, cheese plates and fried oysters. Abik said pri... more

Blind Cat

A neighborhood dive that has a jukebox, pinball & good selection of beer & whiskey. more

Blind Tiger Oakland

Delicious pan-Asian inspired tapas and gastropub fare in an bright, intimate room. HAPPY HOUR: FOOD + DRINK specials - Sun-Tue: 5pm-6pm & 10pm-12am / Wed-Sat: 5pm-6pm & 10pm-1am more

Blinky's Can't Say

1031 Monroe St., Santa Clara; 408.985.7201. A neighborhood bar that manages to satisfy both a settled older clientele and an influx of Santa Clara students (especially on Thursdays). Danielle coaxes amateur talent at Friday-night karaoke, and the b... more

Bliss

Upon entering, you'll notice the guest DJ to your right, behind the main glass window, spinning the sublime and mellow dance beats for the patrons and onto the street. Though there is only one bar, the bartenders are very adept at their craft and pro... more

Blondie's Bar

A classic bar and music venue in the Mission. Martinis served in a 16 oz. glass. Need we say more? Blondie's is one of the most diverse and popular bars in San Francisco, packing in up to 250 people on weekends. You will find an energetic and ecl... more

Bloodhound

WWII inspired neighborhood bar, serving up seasonal cocktails, craft beer and pool table. SF's Best Happy Hour. more

Blue Lagoon

We are a daytime bar, and a nighttime Dance Club and Live Music Venue. Happy Hour: 4-9pm $4 Well Drinks and Pints of Anchor Steam NIGHTLY SCHEDULE: Tuesday - 90's Night Wednesday - Live Bands Thursday - 80's Night Friday - Live Bands & DJ's Sat... more

Blue Max

Cheap drinks, karaoke, comedy shows on Saturday... What more could one ask for in a local watering hole. more

Blue Mermaid Chowder House & Bar

Six types of homemade chowders, steamed mussels and classic cioppino are prepared in an Earth-friendly fashion respectful of the Monterey Bay Aquarium's sustainable fisheries guidelines. Cuisine here is paired with a selection of wines, microbrew bee... more

Blue Note Napa

Blue Note Napa is a jazz club / gourmet restaurant venue occupying the first floor of the historic Napa Valley Opera House. The Blue Note Napa seamlessly blends the quintessential jazz club experience – an intimate atmosphere where the stage is... more

Blue Oak Brewing Company

Blue Oak Brewing Company is a 7 barrel microbrewery in industrial San Carlos. We focus on true-to-style beers including Belgians, lagers and a wide variety of flavorful ales. Most of our beers are currently one off experiments within certain styles,... more

Blue Water Seafood and Crab

We are a new restaurant in the Willow Glen area of San Jose, CA. We are a casual Maryland style crab house. Fresh crab, oysters, shrimp. Family size buckets. Appetizers. Full bar. 10 beers on tap. 7 Big screen TVs. more

Blupointe

Conveniently located midway between Union Square and San Francisco’s financial district, Blupointe is visually stimulating, yet emotionally calming. With multiple dining and lounge levels to choose from, it offers the perfect spot for an intima... more

Blush Raw Bar & Lounge

Blush Raw Bar Lounge at San Pedro Square Market specializes in frozen cocktails and a variety of raw dishes in a welcoming social atmosphere. Specialty drinks: Blush Melon Mamba Kiwi Punch Ginger Tea Gimblet Sour Apple Whiskey Blush Margarita Lychee... more

Blush Wine Bar

In the heart of the Castro, Blush! invites you to savor an experience inspired by the greatest wine bars of Europe. more

Bocci's Cellar

With free bocce ball, cheap brews, live music nearly every night and some of the friendliest bartenders around, Bocci's Cellar has become a popular neighborhood hangout. There's also a full restaurant serving lunch and dinner. Dart tournaments and we... more

Bodega

Everything we serve is carefully considered. Quality over quantity. Always. more

Bogart's Sports Bar

Neighborhood bar with Live Music, Karaoke, Ladies Night, Trivia games, Sports on the TV, and Pool tables. No cover. more

Boho Restaurant

"Bohemian" conveys something different to everyone… and that’s the beauty of the word. It’s in the eye of the beholder, reflecting a free-spirited nature, not confined to rules or limitations. Boho is a refuge from the real world,... more

Bon Voyage

Delicious nibbles - Fried Rice / Spring Rolls - and a wonderful selection of classic cocktails.  It's not the focus but a decent selection of wine and beer is also available. more

Boom Boom Room

Boom Boom Room Presents are focused on producing "Sick-In-The-Pocket" live music events which give true meaning to the term "show." Our gigs will always strive to represent the consistency of high quality production value and "good-time party". The... more

Bota Tapas & Paella Bar

An authentic Spanish style tapas and paella bar located inside the Warwick Hotel. Bota is the place to go for shared food, rustic flavors and Spanish wine. more

Bottle Club

Bottle Club serves up great drinks, has an interesting selection of beer, and a few, tasty options for food. more

Bottom of the Hill

Chosen by Rolling Stone magazine (RS 813) as "the best place to hear live music in San Francisco," the Bottom of the Hill presents some of the finest original artists, seven nights a week. Featuring up and coming acts from around the globe as well as... more

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Bottoms Up

Good Beer. Good Music. Good People. more

Boulevard Tavern

15043 Los Gatos Blvd., Los Gatos; 408.358.0774. For Los Gatos, this is as divey as it gets. The bartenders are friendly and the drinks will not overly tax the wallet. And the popcorn is free. -- Metro Bars/Clubs, June 16-22, 2010 more

Bourbon & Branch

Ours' is a bar unlike any other in America. All of our spirits are hand selected by merit. We consider them to be the best in every category. Being small we can't stock everything, so if there is a particular spirit you're looking for, do let us know... more

Bow Bow Cocktail Lounge

A small little dive bar that features Karaoke if you ask the bartender -- songs in Mandarin are also available.  more

Bowlmor San Jose

San Jose features a host of unique ways to celebrate one's birthday, and ringing it in over drinks with friends is always of paramount priority. Bowlmor Lanes San Jose does it one better, featuring 59 state-of-the-art bowling laws and a private room... more

Brass Tacks

A small, intimate bar that serves up a wide selection of  cocktails, wine and beer.   Great, friendly bartenders.  Happy Hour - 2pm - 7pm, Mon - Fri. more

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