The Best Lounge / Cocktails in San Francisco

The Madrigal

Soaring ceilings, mile-high windows, terrazzo floors, and abundant greenery set the scene for this elegant, almost-theater-district cocktail bar opened by the group behind Trestle and Mama. Pink peppercorns, Thai chiles, and sage syrup add savory not... more

The Mantel Bar

An intimate lounge, The Mantel Bar is the ultimate place to unwind.  At any time of day, guests and locals alike gather here -- for conversation, relaxation and moments in the glow of the crackling fireplace. more

The Pawn Shop

Everyone always complains about the lack of late-night food options in San Francisco. Sure, there are greasy spoons and fast-food joints, but an actual restaurant with actual food? Not much luck. The Pawn Shop, by the same owners as Monarch, aims to... more

The Pink Elephant

Quirky breakfast / brunch and snacky foods of many diverse cuisine types are paired with drinks; lots of drinks. Say hay for bottomless mimosas. more

The Redwood Room - Clift Hotel

Clift Hotel has been adopted into the same family as New York's Morgan, Royalton, Paramount, Hudson; Miami's Delano; Los Angeles' Mondrian; and London's St. Martins Lane and Sanderson. You cannot comprehend what it is to be a "jet setter" without hav... more

The Royale

The Cafe Royale neighborhood coffee/tea house, beer and wine bar features an eclectic program of visual arts exhibitions by local artists and a monthly local patron night. The drink menu includes an eclectic selection of beers and wines, distinctive... more

The Sherwood

A comfortable and casually elegant public house offering classic cocktails with a modern twist, craft beers and ciders, and a well curated selection of wines by the glass and bottle. Tucked between Sherwood Forest & Saint Francis Wood neighborhood... more

The Social Study

The Social Study is a truly unique day and evening lounge. Start off your day with locally roasted Four Barrel coffee, a variety of tasty bar bites, and free WiFi. Ease into the evening with our signature Winetails, Beertails, Sangria, Soju cocktails... more

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The Third Floor

Presented by Omakase Restaurant Group, The Third Floor is our modern take on the classic hotel lobby restaurant and bar, offering a light-filled, upscale environment for locals and travelers alike to gather over brunch, breakfast, lunch, dinner, cock... more

The Tonga Room

Cocktails, food and music! The vibe is Kitschy cool, Tiki chic!  -------- Created with an unused swimming pool in the basement of the Fairmont Hotel in 1967, the Tonga Room takes tiki kitsch to another level with live music from a boat flo... more

The Treasury

Very nice, intimate, stylish bar located in the Financial District. The cocktail bar features light-hearted craft cocktails, chef-caliber bar fare, beer and wine, and friendly service.  Lunch: M - F, 11:30am - 2:30pm Dinner: M - F, 3pm - 12mid... more

The Valencia Room

The Valencia Room takes over for the longtime mainstay, Elbo Room. They aim is to preserve the culture and heritage of this location by continuing in its tradition of providing the highest caliber of diverse local and touring artists. more

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The Vault Garden

Step inside The Vault Garden, an outdoor oasis in the heart of downtown San Francisco. Named San Francisco's Safest Dining by the SF Chronicle, experience the Garden for dinner and drinks in a socially responsible atmosphere. more

The View Lounge

The iconic View Lounge atop the San Francisco Marriott Marquis is the ideal destination for business and leisure guests where they can enjoy hand crafted cocktails and locally inspired small plates accompanied by the most awe inspiring views the city... more

Thriller Social Club

Thriller Social Club is a huge arcade bar in the SOMA, taking over where Coin-Op once was. Thriller is a happening in its own right, with 2 levels, 3 bars and games galore. From classic games like Donkey Kong, Tron, Centipede, and Galaga, to interac... more

Tony Nik's

This neighborhood bar has been open since the Prohibition era. Its cool retro era look is the result of a renovation in 1949. Tony Niks was renovated again in 2000 but continues to maintain the Atomic Age look from the starburst clock mounted on... more

Tope Lounge

The best new lounge in San Francisco.  Grand Opening Friday December 10, 2010. more

Trick Dog

From the team of the Bon Vivants - this kick ass, neighborhood cocktail bar in Dog Patch features well made, no bullshit, drinks, delicious food - kale salad, "manimal" fries; not to mention great music. more

Tropisueno

Fancy place looking out onto Yerba Buena Lane. So the location is great, too bad the service is weak -- sat for about 10 minutes trying to get a waiter and when he came over, we realized he had been sitting at the neighboring table drinking wine with... more

True Laurel

Amazing cocktails and drinks in the Mission District. Opened by David Barzelay (Lazy Bear) and Nicolas Torres. They also serve a complimentary menu featuring unique selections that can be classified as bar / comfort food. more

Tunnel Top

This is an ultra funky corner bar on top of the Stockton Street tunnel on Bush Street. Gotta love the top level seating overlooking the rest of the bar below. Great mojitos and a great juke box. No cover charge. No attitude. DJ's every Thur... more

Victory Hall & Parlor

Our venue can accommodate small groups of 30 to large groups of 250 guests. Catering is provided by the popular SoMa eatery Farmer Brown’s Little Skillet. Ideal for meetings, corporate events, holiday parties and more… Victory Hall... more

Wayfare Tavern

A timeless San Francisco tavern featuring authentic American dishes inspired by local cuisine at the turn of the 20th century. more

West of Pecos

There's nothing West of the Pecos but rattlesnakes and bad men. Seriously though, from fish tacos, to carnitas, great burgers and amazing mezcal cocktails, West of Pecos is the spot to get your Tex-Mex fix. more

Westwood

Living and breathing BBQ, burgers, and whiskey, Westwood is tied together with decor featuring deer antlers on the walls, leather tufted booths, and a performance stage draped with an American flag - not to mention its signature mechanical bull. Wes... more

Westwood SF

Westwood is a live music entertainment venue, bar, and restaurant featuring elevated food, crafted drinks, and tied together with beautiful decor and amazing music sung by mavericks associated with America's heartland. more

White Cap

Whitecap is a craft cocktail bar hidden just past the waves and beach in the Outer Sunset. Discover exquisite cocktails and an atmosphere of true hospitality. But it's a bar so that means no velvet rope, a low-key neighborhood vibe and a cozy back r... more

White Rabbit

White Rabbit is a casual & fun bar in a living-room inspired setting featuring no-fuss cocktails; rosé & beers on tap; lots of wine and shareable snacks! more

Whitechapel

Since its opening, Whitechapel has become a successful collaboration of San Francisco visionaries: the owners are Martin Cate (Smuggler's Cove) and John Park (Novela), the beverage director is Alex Smith (Novela, Gitane) and chef David Murphy (Austin... more

Wildhawk

A cocktail bar that takes the place of the classic Lexington Club. ~~~~~~~~~ The name Wildhawk was inspired by a European transplant hell-raiser with a firecracker persona named Lola Montez, who was referred to often as a "Wildhawk." - www... more

Wildseed San Francisco

Good for you. Good for the planet. Good for the soul. 100% original plant-based creations. more

Wilson and Wilson Private Detective Agency

The concept bar / speakeasy, right when you enter, the setting shifts from the street to an intimate, fictional detective agency. It's the kind of place you pop into for a cocktail and company with friends. more

Wingtip

We're creating a refuge in the busy city of San Francisco, a place where you can feel comfortable, appreciated, and surrounded by the best the world has to offer. The 10th floor bar combines the exclusivity of a classic private social club with the g... more