Location: San Francisco
Top Things to do in San Francisco
What to do and see in San Francisco, California (CA): The Best Bars & Clubs
Every neighborhood in San Francisco has its own personality, from the hippie chic of the Upper Haight to the hipster grit of the Mission. The Marina district boasts trendy bistros and postcard-perfect views of the Golden Gate Bridge, while Noe Valley offers quaint and quiet boutiques. Wave hello to the sea lions at Pier 39, and sample local cheese and charcuterie at the Ferry Building. Sit in on a yoga session in Dolores Park or marvel at the Dutch Windmill across from Ocean Beach.
Restaurants in San Francisco
1. Specs' 12 Adler Museum Cafe
2. Reed & Greenough
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reed & Greenough is the neighborhood cocktail lounge and piano bar for the neighbors and visitors alike - the perfect meeting place for before and after dinner drinks, with dozens of great restaurants within walking distance. We boast exceptional cocktails, signature drinks made with our own rooftop honey (try the Bees Knees!), fresh squeezed juices daily, and an impressive Whisk(e)y selection. Six nights a week we have live piano music. There's a game room with a shuffleboard & billiards in a unique, sophisticated setting. Great draft beer and wine selection with happy hour available too! We offer a cheese plate, but no other food is available. Please feel free to bring a meal in our establishment!
3. Club Fugazi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Check out "Beach Blanket Babylon," a beloved comedy musical revue, at Club Fugazi, which itself is a Victorian theater club.
4. Buena Vista
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 217 reviews
Take in a view of the Bay at this popular Fisherman's Wharf watering hole.
Reviewed By Peggy05
We stopped in for a great Irish coffee or 2! A real spectacle to see them making 25 at a time! It was busy but not too crowded and we managed to sit at the bar.
5. The Interval at Long Now
6. Toronado
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 149 reviews
Discriminating beer lovers have a wide selection of brews to choose from at this Lower Haight pub.
Reviewed By 617Bren - Boston, United States
As a female traveling solo, I usually do pay attention to local advice. As I was walking into Toronado on a sunny Sunday afternoon, a young guy walking slightly behind me quietly said, "Don't go in there"! And he kept on walking. I went in, and I'm not sorry because I had one of the best beer experiences ever. I read the beer board, which has an extensive selection of local beers, and when I just couldn't decide I left it up to the bartender who brought me a pint of Russian River Blind Pig IPA. Not a bad place to land! Clean glass, fresh pour, great beer. Bartender was quite the opposite of surly. Maybe it's attitude - be respectful, keep your face out of your phone, and have your cash ready. I'm pretty sure you'll have a good experience. The guy next to me at the bar was drinking a hazy IPA and it looked so good I had to ask - he recommended Alvarado St Flight of the Condor, and that was my next selection. It's now my favorite beer. I met some nice people at Toronado and I drank some excellent beer - in fact - the beer I had a Toronado was better than the stuff I tried at the SF Brew Fest the night before, so...if you're a beer lover, go to Toronado and bring cash! You'll be happy you went.
7. Tosca
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Art deco decor and a jukebox full of classic opera favorites round out the sophisticated atmosphere at this oh-so-trendy North Beach favorite.
8. Vesuvio Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 278 reviews
This pretty North Beach bar is just as trendy as it was fifty years ago.
Reviewed By FredN47 - Walnut Creek, United States
It has been a while since I was here. A traditional north beach watering hole Good drinks, good service. If you want a feel of the beatnik era try it out.
9. Club Deluxe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By JagoanKita
I was taken to this great place of music and entertainment by a local friend during a work trip. (pre covid in January) What a pleasant surprise it was, excellent live music, blues, jazz etc. I'd definitely go back there the next time we can fly again to SF! Pros: Great live music, great selection of beer on tap, place is quite spacious actually and not cramped. Cons: Not much to write here. Tip: if you miss some good old fashioned European lagers, they have some nice ones on tap!
10. The Saloon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 206 reviews
Reviewed By Journey311579
Good old time dive bar in North Beach that is a go to on every trip to SF. Live music always excellent, drinks are a reasonable price and bartenders always working. Plan on standing if you don't get there early on for later band.
