Mouthwatering Lounges in San Francisco

B-Side

★★★★☆ 3.6 (91) • $$

"I just read an interesting article that claimed fried chicken sandwich with fries is the number one ordered item during these crazy COVID times. I definitely understand why. I stopped by B-side for Saturday brunch in their outdoor/sidewalk area and really enjoyed their fried chicken sandwich and fries. The other noteworthy thing is that they are very invested in using QR code for enhanced safety - they don't have a paper menu (scan the QR code on the table) and you pay by scanning the QR code on the check. Service was really good and the tab, with tax and tip, is around $22, a great value. Highly recommended if you are in the area."

Foundry & Lux

★★★★☆ 3.7 (290) • $$

"Ambience 5/5I love coming here to work or to have a business meeting! Plenty of parking (can get busy during the day), plenty of outlets/plugs, and it's divided into a cafe, lunch area, and lounge type deal depending on what time of day you come. People pretty much come here and mind their own business or walk in from the surrounding biotech/tech companies for lunch or happy hour. Food 5/5The lattes are yummy and reasonable priced - $5-6. I've also had a sandwich with a side salad and a salad and they're reasonable for the bay :) and quite tasty! Also once tried the wings and fries which were yummy.Service 4/5I enjoy it cause no one really bothers you if you're just working :) if you want food, people are attentive if you're at the lounge.Lunch area and cafe are walk up to purchase Overall, highly recommend! Plenty of EV charger around the area too!"

Surf Lounge

★★★★☆ 3.6 (102) • $

"Lower your expectations. Or actually, don't. Because you may be pleasantly surprised (or spoiled) by the fact that if you order a bourbon or other shot on the rocks, trust that Louie or any of the other bartenders will happily pour you the most generous drink you've ever been served in a long time. No joke. They will take care of you and $20 will easily cover your drinks for a while. Amazing. Don't ever change, Surf Lounge. You're something special!"

Bar Kabuki

★★★★☆ 4.3 (38) • $$

"Apparently they do not have happy hour anymore. :( Nice, small selection of draft beers and non alcoholic selections. However, a Calicraft ipa was $13.57 on 5/17/24! That seems a bit much even by SF standards. Bartender was pleasant."

3910 Lounge

★★★★☆ 3.9 (47)

"Drinks are yummy, Karaoke is fun .. some pretty good singers actually come here.. great place to scout some potential talent . Also... Cutest. Bartender. Ever."

Sundance The Steakhouse

★★★★☆ 3.9 • $$$

"Came here for NYE dinner with a friend. We both ordered the prime rib. I let the waitress know that I also wanted to order something to-go, but that I would tell her later in the evening. She insisted I tell her now and she'd take care of it, and so I did. We were quickly served bread, and our food followed shortly after. The bread comes with a side of butter and balsamic+oil. The prime rib and the accompanying side dishes were perfectly cooked. The prime rib paired with the au jus was *chef's kiss*. For dessert, I ordered the famous mud pie, while my friend ordered the crème brûlée. The mud pie was okay. I was disappointed there wasn't a thicker crust. It was essentially a large plate of ice cream with whipped cream and fudge. The creme brûlée was also okay. It was made with white chocolate and would've been more well-balanced if it came with more fruit.Now here is the kicker. We get the bill and notice the to-go order was not on it. I tell our waitress and she goes to get it fixed. Well, it turns out she completely forgot to place the order and by then, the kitchen had already closed down. This is why I initially said i would personally let her know about my to-go item later, but she insisted I tell her at the beginning. Aside from a simple apology, there was no other attempt at service recovery. That food was meant to be a NYE meal for someone who now had to ring in the new year on an empty stomach. Not to mention, by that hour, it was impossible for me to find an appropriate alternative elsewhere.The food is good, but the service leaves a lot to be desired. I will not be coming back a second time."

Festa Wine & Cocktail Lounge

★★★★☆ 3.6 (326) • $$

"Been here twice for karaoke with two different groups and both times it was absolutely perfect. Good sound system, and is small enough people don't have to wait forever for their turn. Lychee martini ftw."

Scarlet Lounge

★★★★★ 4.6 (63) • $$

"Came here on a Sunday of a long three day weekend with a party of two. We were wanting to grab a drink to pass the time as we waited for our table at Burma Superstar to be ready.Originally we were trying to grab a drink at the place nextdoor but they were having a comedy show that required tickets and the owners recommended we check out Scarlet Lounge...and so glad we did!My boyfriend and I got two dirty vodka martinis ($10 each). They were tasty! Bartenders and staff were super friendly. And the vibes and ambiance were great. Will definitely be back if we are in the area."

The Sherwood Cocktails and Lounge

★★★★☆ 4.1 (50) • $$

"Nicole and Tanya are the best!! Such an amazing neighborhood bar. Classy and yet familiar!!"

Rocks Den

★★★★☆ 4.3 (102) • $$

"Decent fries and good drink selection. Friendly staff. I like the couches they offer to sit in - great for large groups. My only gripe is a lack of taps for beer (bottles only). Recommended"

Soundtrack

★★★★★ 4.6 (8)

"RIP Double Dutch.Hello, Soundtrack! From the owners of Skylark and Mr. Mahjong's, comes Soundtrack...the newest bar in The Mission.For now, it's a lowkey gem (on the weekdays) with sleek 70s-80s aesthetics, album covers on the walls, and disco balls ....spinning hip hop! Props to the owners for the awesome remodel! Love how they updated the space but kept the retro vibes of DD. O T H E R I N F O* Bar on the weekdays, club on the weekends. * HH noted on the board but no menu or prices listed. No itemized bill. * 10% service charge added to bills.* 3% CC charge. * Two restrooms. * Parking s*cks so take a ride share!"

Blue Whale Restaurant & Lounge

★★★★☆ 4.3 (183)

"Amazing food, drinks and customer service!! This was our first time visiting, we went in around 12:45 for lunch and there was not many people there ( I'm assuming they had just opened), but we were greeted and immediately seated. We ordered some delicious drinks, the duck noodles among many other items. Everything tasted amazing, we were so in the moment we forgot to take pictures of the food! I will say one of my favorites and must try is their prawn toast"

Martuni's

★★★★☆ 4 (944) • $$

"Fantastic experience at Martuni's! The energy is so high here; it's really nice seeing a thriving business in the midst of the city slow-down. I can definitely see why it's doing so well too--the drinks are fantastic here and the decor is super cute. It has a vibe to it that's hard to explain, like old-school cool. We got lucky and found two seats at the bar, but large groups may have issues.I got the French 75 and it was well-balanced and easy to drink. I was surprised how strong it actually was though. I definitely noticed it when I got up! Haha. They gave us popcorn to snack on and never rushed us out. Everyone was friendly even though it was busy, and I felt comfortable in the space. I'm planning to come back on a performance night to really experience martuni's!"

The Brixton

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (927) • $$

"I only came here for one thing only and it was for the martini tower!! It was super cute and such fun little idea. It came with 6 mini glasses of martinis accompanying with blue cheese stuffed olives, seasoned nuts, and potato chips. Came here around 9pm on a Friday and it was super packed but luckily I made reservations in advance which I highly recommend you to do if you plan on coming here. I sat in the back of the restaurant and it was spacious enough for my group of 5. The vibes were a mix of both vibrant and lively. There was music playing and lots of laughter going around the whole atmosphere. A typical night in the city during the weekend. It was my first time trying a dirty martini and I expected it to taste better in my head. That's just a personal preference but I think I'll stick to my regular espresso martinis or old fashions. The service was great, everyone was super friendly however not as attentive as I wished. Overall, great place for a girls night out or even date night!"

Charmaine’s

★★★★☆ 3.6 (970) • $$$

"We booked a reservation for the Sunday all-you-can-eat paella at Charmaine's, and while our arrival was a bit rocky--finding the area a little rough and waiting in the adjacent hotel lobby--the rooftop experience made it all worthwhile. We had to pay in advance with gratuity included. It was about $41 per person.Once we reached the rooftop, we were greeted with stunning views of the city, and the space was beautifully decorated. The setup for the paella was impressive, adding to the ambiance.The paella itself was delicious, featuring a nice selection of seafood, chicken, and a vegetable option. I particularly enjoyed the garlic sauce, although I wasn't a fan of it being served in a communal bowl, which felt a bit unappetizing with everyone using the same spoon.The drinks were on the pricier side, as expected for a rooftop venue, but they were enjoyable. Overall, despite some minors, the experience was great, and I would definitely recommend checking it out if you're visiting San Francisco!"

Executive Order Bar & Lounge

★★★★☆ 4.3 (161)

"If you are still contemplating, this is your sign to book and come through! I had the best experience booking and hosting my partner's 30th birthday party with about 35 guests altogether. The guests loved the food, drinks, music, and vibes!! Will definitely come by again soon. CHOOSING EXECUTIVE ORDER: One month prior to the event, I was searching for a venue that suited our needs for food, drinks, music, vibe, and pricing. I had been researching 20+ places including Executive Order. Once I heard back from them with the details and options for my event, I knew they were the one! I had specific requirements that I wanted for this event and the owner was extremely helpful, open, and responsive to all of my inquiries. There was never a moment of uncertainty since they presented me with so many options for food /catering and beverages for that night that were clearly outlined in our email communications. Expectations could not have been clearer. AN UNFORGETTABLE NIGHT: From the initial event booking inquiry until even an hour after our space rental had ended, the staff were the most kind and attentive to our large group. The staff went above and beyond in checking in with me upon arrival one hour before our event and until one hour after the event. They had the space prepared for me more than one hour in advance and helped me setup! Truly grateful for their compassion and willingness to go above what was asked of them for that night. As the night began and guests arrived, they kept me updated with the status of the food coming out and the drink tab. They even helped me coordinate shots around the room to make a toast, light the birthday cake, and cut the beat for the music for us to sing happy birthday. A CLOSER LOOK INTO FOOD, DRINKS, MUSIC:FOOD: The food/catering was too easy to do - it is an excel sheet / google sheets! I strongly recommend the duck fat fries, buffalo wings, and sliders (turkey or chicken). All of it was a HIT. Guests ate it up and came asking me for more! DRINKS: The choice to opt into a pre-paid open bar was a no-brainer. All the guests had a great time ordering to their hearts desires and the bartenders were amazing in receiving all the guests and creating the drinks. Even though shots were the most popular, a few of the guests chose something off their drink menu which they told me was delicious as well. MUSIC: On the night of our event, there was a live DJ playing 90s hip-hop and R&B. The vibe was perfect for the scenery and the DJ was super supportive of our large group - taking requests and coordinating fade outs for us to have a celebratory moment filled with speeches, singing happy birthday, and cake blowing. And once our moment concluded, he played us out with a birthday banger, never missing a beat! Special thanks to John Eric, Dave, T, Ryan, DJ Mark, and the rest of the staff who made that a night to remember! I could not imagine the night going more smoothly."

Cafe Meuse

★★★★☆ 4.3 (272) • $$

"Great wine and servers. We had a fabulous time here. Highly recommend if you are in the area!"

Obscenity Bar & Lounge

★★★★☆ 3.9 (21) • $$

"Hotel Emblem has it going ON and Obscenity Bar and Lounge is where its AT! Known as the BEST 10 Bars in Union Square, Obscenity has been getting some raving reviews on their Yelp Page and I can definitely see why. The ambiance is SEXY! From the moment I walked in on a Friday night, I was greeted by the lovely desk staff. With a huge smile and a warm welcome, my friend and I walked in and noticed the sexy vibe of the lounge. Catered to anyone this lounge is perfect for any occasion: date night, solo and just want to chill at the bar, large groups, and friend gathering--you name it--the can make it happen. We noticed many people would have rather lined up in the long line to enter Pacific Haven Cocktails then to go into Obscenity. Well, my homegirl and I are relieved that we went into here because we walked out feeling really good! From the moment we sat down, we were greeted by our lovely server, Fabian. Oh, what a great experience we had with him. He provided us several popular items on the food menu and even pointed out the lovely cocktail drinks. We both opted for the impossible sliders and the truffle fries and for drinks we ordered the "Naked Brunch". Their cocktail menu offers a Signature Offerings, which are original, uncensored and obscenely good--also, the Classics--just like the menu says, the original are good, but the classics are better! Halfway through our meal, another one of the wonderful staffs came up to talk to us. Megan was such a DOLL! She informed us that the bar has been opened since February but did a big opening in February. Megan went on to say that the Hotel is only about 90+ rooms and really caters to the San Francisco residents and the hotel guest. No lie, my ears perked up when she stated that. So, I went on to ask how they catered to City Workers--you know a sista' had to see what they offered City workers--hey, HEY! I was super surprised when Megan stated that the lounge offered City workers up to 25% off--WTF! I'm SUPER SOLD! Sign me up, baby! Like seriously, that's a phenomenal ol' deal! That's like a buy one get one free on a drink, since the drinks are technically $14 and the discount was $14. Just to top it off, thinking the night couldn't get any better. We received our bill and it was less than what we expected! Because of that we used the rest of the money and threw down for a good ass tip; BOOM! Obscenity offers a lovely vibe and is open every night in the early evening till about 2AM. Not only are the drinks tasteless, but the customer service was phuckin amazing! Not one time did we even think twice of going to another bar."

Murio's Trophy Room

★★★★☆ 3.7 (271) • $$

"Pliny The Elder. On Tap.Not sure if this is a usual occurrence, but it is enough for me to want to check this place out every single time I go here! Which isn't very frequently, but it's about to be a whole lot more frequently if this is the case!If you are not familiar with Pliny (Elder/Younger), then I strongly suggest you get off your butt, climb outta your shell, and go familiarize yourself! It's super good, DIPA, Strong, but goes down oh so easily. I was blown away by the fact it was on tap. Almost didn't want to leave, but adventures must be had, and they only go so far when you're in a bar all day.Anyway, staff was super friendly and chill. Y'all should come check it out because, ya know, stuff.KThxBai! LUVYOU!!!"

The Grand

★★★☆☆ 2.6 (695) • $$

"My husband and I came out to party in the city. The vibe was awesome, music was good and drinks were good too. I love the ambiance and the bathroom is nice with chairs and mirrors. Service was great and they had a surprise samba dancers at midnight. Will def come again."

Noc Noc

★★★★☆ 4.2 (521) • $

"This place is one of a kind, from the drinks to the decor. Their tagline is "Lower Haight's Most Unusual Bar" and they MEAN it (in the best way). I recommend giving their speciality drinks a try, like the "Snake Bite" (a half mix of Pilsner and cider - don't "noc" it til you try it lol). But seriously, great place to catch up with friends without the messy large crowds of other bars. Maybe it's because the hardest thing they serve here is sake so people aren't as rowdy; regardless, highly recommend!"

Marianne's

★★★★★ 4.5 (73) • $$$

"Came on a rainy chilly night after near by dinner. What a chill vibe. Low light chandeliers, candles on top of cherry wood tables and intimate tables for 2. Lots to look at in case your date is a bore. Fantastic drinks and enjoyed sitting at the bar since it was a full house. Make a ressie if coming! Speakeasy vibes located at the end of a random street, east to kiss u less you know"

Chase Lounge

★★★★☆ 3.8 (10)

"Make no mistake. This is NOT the private Chase Club open to anyone who paid a pretty penny for their Courtside Club seats. This lounge is a benefit of having a Chase credit card. It's not available for every game/event at Chase Center (and sadly won't be for the game I'm attending next week) but, when it is, you need to register early for access to complimentary snacks and soft drinks in a gorgeous space.Last night I was pleasantly surprised by the complimentary food selection. There were Tony G's pizza bites, kalbi tacos, chicken skewers, momos, spring rolls, a salad, a falafel slider (I think...I skipped it), blueberry streusel squares and chocolate chip cookies. I expected chips, pretzels and such, not that lovely spread. There is a cash bar with Chase Center prices if you'd like a bit of alcohol.Its held in the prime special events space called Above The Rim aka Skybar at Chase Center. Previously I'd tried to snag a ticket from work to an event held here but was shot down. Thanks Chase for getting me in to check out this space at a later time. And without having to schmooze at a work event. Plus the view from that 9th floor vantage point is gorgeous!"

Lost Cat Bar & Bites

★★★★★ 4.6 (150) • $$

"A very nice casual bar to hangout with friends! I'm a cat person so of course I have to go to a cat theme bar! The decor was really cute with a lot of cat portraits, cat themed drinks, and delicious bar food!Unfortunately, they do not have cats in the bar any more, but I'm not sure if that change. I think it does make sense though.The food portions were also very filling for example, I got three sliders and just buy three sliders I was full. The pork sliders were very juicy had a lot of flavor, but it was also fresh as well to eat.Overall, I thought the food was great. The staff was very friendly and taking our orders and I highly recommend this place!Parking is not great because it is downtown but walkable to muni"

Gambit Lounge

★★★★☆ 4.4 (43) • $$

"It's just ok for the price and there are better options nearby. Menu has lots of heavy food like sandwiches, sausages, and fries. But it's $20+, very greasy, and something I could've made better myself in 5 minutes in my kitchen. The vibe is very heavy, dark, and masculine. Kind of like a den. The staff doesn't pay attention and isn't too welcoming. It's just ok."

Bottom's Up

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (220) • $$

"My friend and I were looking for bars around the area after we finished dinner wanted to check out Sip Wine Bar, but instead stumbled across Bottom's Up which is the actually the ground level establishment, while Sip Wine Bar was upstairs. We decided to stay at Bottoms Up since there was a DJ. Their drink menu has a good variety of cocktails and shooters and the price was on the lower end compared to other bars in SF. If you're looking for a relatively inexpensive place to drink that has a DJ, I would come here. There is a credit card minimum of around $15. Our bartender was very nice but there were only two people working that night. Luckily it wasn't crowded so we got our drinks very fast. The only reason I'm docking stars is because halfway through our time there, the music became SUPER loud. They turned up the volume so loud that my friend and I who were sitting next to each other at the bar, had to basically yell in order to hear each other. The space isn't that big so I don't think they needed the music to be SO loud, in my opinion. Our ears were ringing after we left. This bar is not fancy by any means, but it's not the worst place to get some cheap drinks/shots. Not sure if I would come back but it looked like other people that were there were having a good time despite the extremely loud music."

Campus

★★★★☆ 3.8 (155) • $$

"We were looking for a chill place to hang out with our wedding party and their partners after our wedding in the Presidio (the venue closed at 10PM). Most of the group aren't big drinkers so we were really struggling to find a place with a reasonable F&B minimum for ~20 of us. Campus was really responsive over email, easy to work with, and service was friendly the day of. We had a fire pit designated to us outside and it was the perfect, low key environment we were looking for. As they got more crowded, it did take a little longer to get our drink orders in & drinks delivered -- but totally understand it was partially our fault (we arrived late and coincided with another large party arriving). We arrived after the restaurant they're partnered with was closed (I think you could order pastas and stuff to be delivered?) but they had chips and nuts, and welcomed outside food which was lovely after a long day. We ended up getting pizza from The Tipsy Pig next door and bringing it over. :)"

Glen Park Station

★★★★☆ 3.9 (146) • $

"I'm an emotionally intelligent & particular, feminine woman of color. Visited solo on an early Friday evening.First visit in about four years. I highly recommend this bar. It's the best of old-school San Francisco. Some gratis bar snacks, decent German beer very clean bathroom and personable bar staff and nice patrons. What more could you want?I know phonies and racists when they come across me and I would recommend Glen Park Station to people of all nationalities and genders. Don't write many reviews now, only when necessary. Think pink"

Carbon Lounge

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (149) • $$

"Just a warning that I was roofied here Friday night. Of course this can happen anywhere, and I'm not blaming the bar for this whatsoever, but watch your drinks and be careful. I'm generally careful, but the place was extremely packed so I must've missed it. I can't find a manager's email, but if you're seeing this, check camera footage for Friday night between 11pm-1am, so you can avoid letting in people that drug other patron's drinks"

Novela

★★★★☆ 3.9 • $$

"Novela has become a real SF staple after being around for 10+ years, especially impressive since it's one of the few spots downtown that made it through covid still standing. The food and cocktails have stayed consistently solid over the years, and it reliably draws a good, fun crowd--a rarity in this area.Ambience is always on point."

Blind Pig Speakeasy Lounge

★★★★★ 4.8 (138) • $$

"Date: Friday, November 22nd, 2024Time: around 10:45pmParty of: 2What: After Dinner Drinks*The Captain ($17)*Monk Pig ($17)*Mocktail ($13)I adore speakeasies. Partly cuz I'm old and I like the chill vibe. After dinner nearby, a friend and I decided to check out Bling Pig. We found the password on IG, so it was easy to get in. It was raining that night, so not too busy. We easily grabbed two seats at the bar.I'm a whisky girl, so I started with the captain (duck fat washed) - highland park whiskey, barcardi 8y, fig, black sesame, vermouth, cynar, manzanilla, bitters. I wasn't sure about the wash or the fig. I don't like my cocktails sweet or savory. Surprising, this was very balanced. Kinda like a more complex mellow manhattan. My second beverage was the monk pig - michter's bourbon, peach, fortify lemon, cumin, amaro, lato strawberry, trinity bitters. I'm not gonna lie. I only ordered this cuz in came in one of their pig presentations. But it was a good follow up to my previous drink. And I stayed in the dark realm of beverages.The bartender was friendly and sweet. We chatted up with him a bit. The atmosphere was dark as speakeasies are. They actually have their menu in several variations - the typical list, on a fan, and on the screens in the bar. So you can find their offerings in many spots.A fun impromptu cocktail stop.REVIEW #3631"

Kozy Kar

★★★★☆ 3.6 (448) • $

"More of a novel place to visit. The strong scent of incense reminded me of a grandmas house. My friends took me to this spot since I'm visiting SF. There's a waterbed seating area by the entrance (looks like the fir shag cover needs to be washed) and a booth area made with old jacuzzi parts. A place with a lot of personality. And disco lights. Posters of naked ladies covers the entire place- floors, walls, tables, everywhere. Boobs and weenies everywhere you look. Definitely not somewhere I'd come back to regularly but it was a fun place to visit. The p*rn on the tvs was shocking lol. Honestly I'd recommend checking out this unique bar but maybe not for everyone.The bathroom door is just a curtain. Btw the bras you see at the bar are donated by the community. I was told you can just offer up yours on the spot if you want!!"

Lion's Den Bar and Lounge

★★★★★ 4.6 (88) • $$

"I went to a CNY - aka Lunar New Year party here (it's the year of the Wood Snake) with my friend and had a fabulous time. The venue is spacious and they have an area where you can hang your coats! Be careful, Waymo won't take you directly there but Uber/Lyft will!"

Jackalope

★★★★☆ 4.2 (139) • $$

"What a fun bar! My friends hosted his birthday party here and it was so neat that they made it a private event! Loved the ambiance here with the string and dimmed lighting, massive antelope decoration in the middle of the bar, and a cool second story lounge area upstairs with video games! Plenty of tv screens to watch things. I requested for a spicy margarita and the bartender made me one off the menu. She asked if I liked mango and honestly, this was one of the best spicy margaritas I've had! She definitely understood the assignment about making it spicy because she rimmed the glass with tajin and garnished with a jalapeno slice! I think we were both shocked how well it turned out considering she didn't have a recipe and used what was available. 10/10!I loved that they had this game with dropping a ball into numbered slots. My friend gave me one to play and I antiskid won the champagne bottle #9! That was super fun!"

Local Edition

★★★★☆ 4 • $$

"The local edition is the most unique club in San Francisco in my humble opinion. The place is located at the basement of famed Hearst Newspaper Building that is now closed! The doorman was pretty cool. He told us that the club only serves liquor, cocktails and other alcoholic beverages but no food. It didn't deter us a bit since we had one of the better dining experience before we tried a nearby club. The dance floor was perfect for the two couples to dance, and the band was an old ragtag horn section with Tuba, piano and three main men for trumpet, trombone and clarinet. There was one person for Banjo. The bartenders were superb and they charged $19 each. Overall the experience was fantastic. I'm so pleased to have experienced the old style band music and got to have some of the best high quality cocktails. I strongly recommend you try it when you're in SF."