The Best Bars in Bay Area

Crow's Nest Restaurant

Perched at the mouth of the Santa Cruz Harbor, the Crow's Nest flaunts a view that dares to be outdone. Happy Hour at the Nest offers great deals on drinks and delicious appetizers. Live comedy on Sunday nights, Monday Night Football parties and live... more

Crybaby

Taking over for The Uptown, Crybaby is sure to add a lot to Oakland's live music scene. "With a 400-capacity space and a larger venue on the horizon, the founders can grow with talent as they gain popularity and perform for bigger crowds." - https... more

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Cuetopia Billiard Cafe

Cuetopia Billiards Café has rolled enough nightlife amenities into one place to beg the question: why go anywhere else? Seriously, this San Jose local bar and pool hall features 25 pool tables, seven TVs, dartboards, foosball tables, over 40 b... more

Cultivar Wine Bar

Our wine bar / restaurant serves artisanal wine, craft beer and seasonal fare. more

Cupertino Inn

The Cupertino Inn is conveniently located at the intersection of Highway 280 and De Anza Boulevard in the heart of Silicon Valley, California. Just 15 minutes from the San Jose International Airport and 45 minutes from San Francisco International... more

Curio Bar SF

A cocktail bar and restaurant offering new regional American food and culturally infused cocktails. Curio is in the same building as The Chapel. more

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Da Silva's Broncos

1251 Franklin Mall, Santa Clara; 408.248.4682. A solid, no-nonsense hangout for SCU students, with a pool table, stiff drinks. Wednesdays through Saturdays fill up for rowdy karaoke fun. -- Metro Bars/Clubs, June 16-22, 2010 more

DaDa Lounge

A kitschy art lounge in the Mechanics' Institute building. Happy Hour:  Mon - Fri: 4pm - 7pm $1 off Well Drinks $1 off House Wines more

Dahlia

Sinfully delicious, classy drinks in a beautiful lounge. "Drinks you can't put down" more

dakshin: A South Indian Canteen

The name “dakshin” (Sanskrit for South <or> Southern) was inspired by my family's cultural diversity and gastronomical experience in their journey across the four key southern states of India resulting in some of the most delectable... more

Dalva

Dalva is a classic Mission bar.   Next to The Roxie, the long, slim bar has hosted many a raucous evening.    more

Dan's Bar

Dan’s is a neighborhood pub that features live music on weekends. Dan’s has the game on TV, 2 pool tables, a juke box, and an outdoor patio. more

Danny Coyle's

Danny Coyle's is San Francisco's favorite place for great drinks, music, and atmosphere. We have several giant HD screens.  Whether it's an out-of-market football game, a 7AM soccer game from England or a NBA or college hoops game, you can see y... more

Dave & Buster's - Milpitas

Located just outside San Jose in Milpitas, Dave & Busters offers a truly unique brand of nightlife entertainment. At this ridiculously fun venue, a full bar, a full restaurant and all the bells and whistles of an arcade fuse together to create a... more

Dave & Buster's - Serramonte Center

The family-friendly chain offers a sports-bar-style setting for American food & arcade games.   Good for birthdays. more

Dayton's Bar & Grill

Dayton's Bar-n-Grill is located in the historical town of Martinez offering a homestyle sports bar atmosphere.  Your local friendly bartenders will serve you the best drinks in town, with a smile. more

Daytrip

Fermentation-driven party food, delicious wine and good vibes. more

DECANTsf

For San Francisco imbibers, from novice to expert, DECANTsf is a wine bar, bottle shop, educational events space, and consulting firm that combines hospitality, education, and curated selections for the every day drinker. We provide a personalized so... more

DecoDance Bar

To step through the doors of DecoDance is to cross the threshold of a portal into the era of Dashiell Hammett's San Francisco, but celebrated with the lavish glamour of Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald running amok in Art Deco 1920's Paris. Visit DecoDanc... more

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Degrees Plato Taproom and Bottle Shop

Our community gathering restaurant is focused on offering the neighborhood an inviting atmosphere that brings the people together over high-quality, specialty brewer-focused, independent craft beer and a casual dining experience. more

Del Mar

We are a tropically inspired lounge that features infusion cocktails, punch bowls, slushies and "The Kong". HAPPY HOUR: Discounts on well drinks, wine and beer / Wed - Fri, 5pm - 8pm. more

Delirium Bar

2022 marks our notorious dive bar's 20th anniversary! We open at 10am and also have fun events every night of the week except for Tuesdays. We boast the cheapest drinks in the area with fun specials such as our "Flavor of the Week Jell-O Shot." We us... more

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Desilva's

Devil's Acre

Happy Hour - Mon-Sat until 7pm, all night on Sunday!  In The Devil's Acre we pay tribute to the Barbary Coast era of the 1850's to the early 1900's.  Step inside to sample a time when the difference between a saloon keeper and pharmacis... more

Devil's Canyon Brewing Company

Devil's Canyon Brewing Company, located in the heart of the San Francisco bay area peninsula, produces award-winning, handcrafted beer and root beer centered on the most premium ingredients. Since opening our doors in 2001, Devil's Canyon Brewery has... more

Dimples

Just head down the stairs and enter this cool, slightly pricey, Korean dive bar.   Just across from Japan Center. more

Dirty Habit

A sultry little hideaway featuring shared plates and snacks alongside creative seasonal and savory cocktails. In a prime location perched five floors above the streets of the developing high-tech start-up epicenter in SOMA, Dirty Habit serves as an i... more

District - Oakland

We are pleased to offer a limited number of reserved seats each evening for parties of 8 or less.  The remaining seats, along with our bar and lounge are always available on a walk-in basis. more

District - San Francisco

Located in the South Beach neighborhood of San Francisco, one block from Oracle Park, District brings together a menu of small, shareable plates, pizza and house-made charcuterie with one of the city's most extensive wine by the glass offerings. The... more

District Six

Taking over for Monarch Gardens, District Six stands as a beacon of creativity and community spirit. This premier open-air venue is strategically located near Costco in SoMa, making it a convenient and accessible destination for everyone looking to e... more

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Dive Bar

Dive Bar features a full bar, including an extensive list of premium vodkas , gin and whiskey. We have all the classic spririts, as well as the latest labels, and are always adding a new brand or flavor to compliment our selection.  We also fe... more

DNA Lounge

DNA Lounge has been one of San Francisco's most popular nightclubs since 1985, hosting an always-eclectic variety of events, including all-ages live music, 18+ dance parties, burlesque shows, lecture series, private parties and so much more. Two stag... more

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Do Re Mi Music Studio

Do you like to sing? Some karaoke bars can be intimidating because of the size and, of course, you must perform in front of a ton of people you do not know. Not here. This karaoke spot, located on the corner of Post and Laguna, is a great place to go... more

Dogpatch Saloon

A great bar in the inner -- ever changing -- Bayview / Third Street neighborhood. Cool bartenders and vibe. more

Dolce Bella Chocolate Cafe

Dolce Bella Chocolate Cafe is a comfortable place where you can satisfy your chocolate cravings, sip from a glass of wine or cup of coffee. Relax with friends, and watch chocolates being created in the open kitchen. Try one of our house made ice c... more

Double Dutch

Hip-hop dance club in San Francisco's Mission District. DJs playing the best of 80's, 90's and current hits every night.  No cover before 10pm, cheap drinks, ATM inside. more

Downtown Joe's

Our goal is to share quality food, wine and beer with our guests in a friendly, warm, and entertaining atmosphere. We go beyond our guests’ expectations. more

Drake's Barrel House

Located in the gritty environs of industrial San Leandro, behind the West Gate Center, Drake's Barrel House is an outdoor beer garden and warehouse-style tasting room set amidst hundreds of wooden barrels. Choose from 24 different Drake's beers on ta... more

Drake's Dealership

Drake’s Dealership was once the parts and service department of an old Dodge dealership.   Today, Drake’s Dealership is a full-service wood-fired pizza restaurant with 32 beers on tap and retail store with growler station. The crown... more

Driftwood

A good place to get a drink and chill. more

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