The Best Pub in San Francisco

Bar 821

A good, "down", neighborhood bar. Styling profiling. Happy Hour: Daily, 4pm - 6pm Offering a $5 shot of Irish Whiskey and a bottled PBR Beer. more

Cow Hollow SF neighborhood bar where all is family! Come down and enjoy good deals on food and drinks, games, and fun. The starting point for lots of Pub Crawls in the Marina. BAR NONE DAILY SPECIALS BEER OF THE DAY - $3 DRAFTS/ $3 24oz CANS/ $12... more

Barrel Head Brewhouse

The Barrel Head Brewhouse is a NOPA Brewery and Restaurant now open 7 days a week for dinner and brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. HOPPY HOUR Monday – Friday 4 – 6 pm Thursday Late Nite 10 pm – close $2 off House... more

Barrel Proof

30 TV's, 2 bars, 2 floors, free pool, big buck hunter, pinball, and more. Opens early for NCAA & NFL games. Happy Hour: M-F from 4pm to 7pm They even have an upstairs area that you can rent for your next event. 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

Brickhouse Bar & Grill

The Brickhouse Bar & Grill began as a vision. In 2000, people living and working in the area had few choices. Owners David Simonsmeier and Fred Reeves set out to combine a gourmet lunch with an open, casual atmosphere where locals can come together f... more

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Cassidy's

Sweet little Irish style bar that makes for a good stop before heading out to bigger and better things if you're in SoMa. more

Chief Sullivan's

Named after revered San Francisco fire chief Dennis Sullivan, who served during the great 1906 earthquake. We offer quality and accessible cocktails, beer and wine. We also are a great location for hosting an event or watching your favorite local spo... more

Comstock Saloon

An amazing San Francisco bar. A traditional saloon, offering classic cocktails. Great location. Walk to wherever from here - North Beach, Downtown, Embarcadero. Happy Hour: Daily, 4pm - 6pm ------ Renowned bartenders Jeff Holli... 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

Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Castle is a fixture in the neighborhood, featuring live music, comedy and even the occasional theatrical performance. The drinks are stiff and barflys are usually urban residents from the Lower Polk/Western Nob Hill variety. Happy Hour:... more

Fiddler's Green

On your way from Fisherman's Wharf to North Beach, stop here for a break. It is a tiny Irish pub that has a tendancy to get packed inside. Several Irish natives are found partaking of lager and engaged in spirited debates. If the weather is nice, you... more

Flanahans Pub

A good local pub. Drinks are cheap, hard and good. Bartenders are friendly. more

Flying Pig Bistro

The Flying Pig Bistro Pub offers a little bit of everything for everyone. 15 Beers on Draft - featuring local beers, sandwiches, sports TVs, WiFi, soups and salads, organic coffee and espresso. more

Gestalt Haus

Beer, Brats, Bikes and Pinball. A beer bar with a few very interesting sandwich options. more

Glen Park Station

If you're not from Glen Park, the Station is a cool little dive to stop in if you're ever exploring the Glen Park Canyon area. Mostly friendly locals catching up. Warriors, 49ers and Giants games shown. more

Grumpy's American Pub

Can't go wrong for those days you play tourist... start out with a yummy breakfast at Grumpy's before strolling along the Embarcadero. Happy Hour from 5pm - 7pm. more

Harrington's Bar & Grill

Harrington's is a classic meeting place for a beer and burger / sandwich after work or for lunch. The pub is a traditionally convenient happy hour spot that gets hoppin' from 3pm - 6pm, as workers enter in need of libations and conversation.... more

Harringtons Harry Pub

A classic Irish sports bar, originating in 1922. The spirit of Harry Harrington shines bright. more

Hogwash

Hogwash is a modern California beer bar, featuring house made sausages and 30 of the world's finest craft beers on tap. more

Holy Water

A cool little bar on Cortland. more

House of Shields

"Where Time Stands Still Since 1908." Conveniently located in downtown San Francisco, Just 1/2 block away from the Montgomery BART/MUNI station. Leave your driving to the professionals! more

Ireland's 32

An Irish pub with ties to the IRA/Sinn Fein, Ireland's 32 features live music seven nights a week, ranging from punk rock to traditional Irish tunes. Breakfast and lunch are served throughout the week and sporting events can be seen at a regular bas... more

Kells Irish Restaurant & Bar

A fun and lively atmosphere, our house music plays six nights a week and you can catch a game on TV. Kells offers a blend of Irish American hospitality, excellent Guinness and a fabulous mix of food, drink and fun. more

Kennedy's Irish Pub & Indian Curry House

Welcome to Kennedy's Irish Pub and Curry house, the #1 Irish Pub in San Francisco! We were voted the best Indian Cuisine in the San Francisco Bay Area. Happy Hour: 5pm - 7pm more

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Mad Dog in the Fog

Ever heard of Old Peculiar or Boddington's? Well, if you're English you probably have. Mad Dog serves up mad beers from England and all over the world. Football (aka Soccer) games can be seen here with a huge crowd cheering on their favorite team.... more

McTeague's Saloon

Happy Hour: M-F 12noon to 7pm Located in the heart of San Francisco, McTeague's is a modern day Barbary Coast saloon featuring local draft beers and stiff cocktails. more

Michael Collins Irish Bar

Michael Collins Irish Bar (formerly HQ Bar & Restaurant) is a sports bar that features delicious treats and friendly service. Cozy up to the bar with an order or fries and a pint... Can't go wrong. more

Monaghan's Bar

You out in the Marina and just want a no frills bar to drink a beer and watch a game? more

Mucky Duck

A friendly pub that features over 10 TVs - there's almost always a game on. more

Murphy's Pub

In addition to the main bar area we offer seating on our heated patio or in our back dining room. we also have a pool and darts room that is available for private groups. Every Saturday we have a free comedy show hosted by local up and coming... more

Paprika

Great service, sausage and beer. more

Patriot House

Welcome to Patriot House an American gastropub. We are four Irish sisters who have been in the American bar and restaurant business for over 10 years. We have refurbished the former Holding Company space, in the Embarcadero Center, to create a... more

Plough & Stars

World famous Irish Pub serving San Francisco since 1975. Voted best Guinness in town! Live music 6 nights a week... from traditional Irish music to acoustic Americana, bluegrass, classic country, and roots rock. Most shows start at 9pm. America... more

Richmond Republic Draught House

Great burgers. Happy Hour: Mon - Fri 3PM-6PM - As about joining the Mug Club Open mic: 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the Month Free Wifi, Flat Screen TVs and a large Projection Screen - featuring local games, Private Room... more

Rogue Ales Public House

The Southern-most outpost of the Rogue Nation opened in September 2003 at 673 Union Street in San Francisco's North Beach neighborhood. The Rogue Ales Public House is located on the ground floor of a 100 year-old building at the intersection of Powel... more

Rosamunde Sausage Grill - Mission

Grilled Sausage & Craft Beer Since 1998 - in San Francisco, Oakland & Brooklyn, NY. Open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Visit the website for hours, menus (including brunch at a few locations) and more. Rosamunde Sausage Grill serves... more

Southern Pacific Brewing

Southern Pacific Brewing owes its name to the Southern Pacific railroad line that ran down Harrison Street in the early 1900s, transporting the products of San Francisco factories and craftspeople to points throughout the West. A ten thousand s... more

Steep Brew

If you like beer, try it out. It's worth a pint. Steep Brew won't replace your favorite watering hole but they have a decent beer selection and the treats are tasty. The cafe is fine for the morning, off-beer hours as well. Peopl... more

Ted's Sports Bar & Grill

Lots of booths for seating with prime viewing, along with a pool table in the back surrounded by flat screens. Tons of sports memorabilia on the walls from all the local teams. Cheap pitchers of beer, plus get down and dirty with the popular grilled,... 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 Bar

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

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

The Family

The Family is a private club in San Francisco, California, formed in 1901 by newspapermen who left the Bohemian Club. The club maintains a clubhouse in the city as well as rural property 35 miles to the south in Woodside. An exclusive, invitation-on... more

The Fishbowl

Good bartenders - Flat screens for Giants! 49'ers! Sharks! more

The Four Deuces

The Four Deuces is located in the heart of the Sunset district in San Francisco, and is a warm and welcoming neighborhood bar, with some strong Irish Roots! We have a beautiful back smoking patio, which is also great for sunning when the weather is... more

The Hi Dive

A great place to stop before (or after) a game at AT&T. There's an outdoor seating area, basically right under the Bay Bridge. BAR OPEN UNTIL AT LEAST MIDNIGHT(ISH) & LATER ON THE WEEKENDS SATURDAY & SUNDAY BRUNCH AT 10AM-... more

The Irish Bank

What can we say about Irish Bank that hasn't already been said... one of the best little alley pubs in SF to get a pint and a bite to eat. During the week, the after work scene can be a madhouse; filled with people in need of sud t... more

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