Mr. Bing's

Does your watch not tell you if it is AM or PM when it displays 1:00? It doesn't matter at Mr Bing's. On any dark and gloomy day or night in San Francisco, if it is 1:00, Mr Bing's is open.There is not much about going to this place except to drink. The music is an loop of 60s and 70s rock with a few more moderns thrown in. It's only playing to help you stop thinking. The straight hard liquor is reasonably priced. You shouldn't be drinking beer without a hard accompaniment. Go elsewhere on Columbus if you're seeking wine or a beer with two or three words in its name.Yes, it is a bit of a dive bar. But it is safe. No one will bother you or judge. It is also on the list of San Francisco Legacy Businesses.I don't love Mr Bing's. I'm not a "psychotic fucking freak", R.I.P., Mr Bourdain. But I like it.

The service is awesome. Drinks are stiff. Prices are great. ... And industry love, to boot. New favorite drink spot after work.

Such a nice bar in north beach! The bartender Michelle was so sweet, the vibes were chill so I could chat and still hear my friend, drinks were decently priced, plus they have the cutest bar dog!!

A classic dive bar right next to Chinatown! Pretty good selection of beers and plenty of cocktails

Could it BE any more divier? (That's a Chandler, aka Mr. Bing, reference)During the day, it's a pub. At night, it's a lounge.It's a pub and a lounge.It's a pounge. And I am in lub.P.S. "Anthony Bourdain, champion of dirty dives and the souls of cities, is a fan of the dark, late-night environs of Mr. Bing's, having visited it during the filming of his show The Layover in 2012. He famously told The New York Times: 'Anyone who doesn't have a great time in San Francisco is pretty much dead to me. You go there as a snarky New Yorker thinking it's politically correct, it's crunchy granola, it's vegetarian, and it surprises you every time. It's a two-fisted drinking town, a carnivorous meat-eating town, it's dirty and nasty and wonderful.' (SF.Eater.com, 2016)

My friend and I randomly strolled into Mr. Bing's on St. Patrick's day. This was our second stop that night. We saw a sign at the bar that they offered $5 jello shots, so we each got one. We didn't stay long at all, probably under 5 minutes lol just finished our shot and we were onto the next place!

Looks dodgy outside but nice inside. Drinks are good. I got a margarita and it was nicely done for a bar like this They have screens inside AND outside for games. Yes a real cute outside area too with a screen! Check out my pictures for the layout.They have no food but they are right next to China town so a lot of food available around it Service is top notch too. The bar tender was super nice and fast and also answered some questions we had about good places to eat around the area

It's clearly a local's dive bar but there's room for tourist too. The beer is cold and the bartender is friendly. There isn't much seating inside so be prepared to stand or sit outside if there isn't any room.

Stopped by with my 11yo and 13yo. Wanted to grab some beer and sodas for kids. Was rudely told they won't serve me because of kids, even if kids don't set foot inside, and sip their sodas on the chairs outside. It's been a good 10 years since I have set foot to a bar that would ask me to leave because I was with children, and be rude at it. It was a good reminder of how much I enjoy other, respecting establishments. This place will not have my business. Too bad, looked like a nice place. Zero stars for rude attitude.

A great dive bar. Locals holding court at the bar, reasonably priced beers, but the star was our bartender Jazz (sp?). She singlehandedly poured beers, shots engagaged with all customers, stocked the coolers, and put up Christmas decorations, all while spinning a high - energy DJ music set that energized the whole place with positive, upbeat vibes on Xmas eve. Her ever present smile and dancing were added bonuses.