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- 679 3rd St., SoMa 94107
- 415-746-9968
Alchemist
Surreal cocktailing in SoMa. Heady mix of gothic and steampunk decor, there's also mezzanine lounge for a good bit of snogging. Cocktails are infused with health-encouraging Chinese botanical eleme... read more
- 1 Kearny St., Financial District 94108
- 415-829-2397
Hakkasan
Hakkasan takes its Cantonese cuisine west with signature swanky style in tow. Cool blue lighting, classy light green fabric booths and chairs, and dark stained cedar tables remind you of that Hakka... read more
- 777 Valencia St., Mission 94110
- 415-551-5157
Preservation Hall West at the Chapel
The storied New Orleans venue named after the legendary band has made the 2,200-mile haul to Northern California, setting up its first satellite in San Francisco's Mission District. And though it l... read more
- 579 Hayes St., Hayes Valley 94102
- 415.863.3655
Two Sisters Bar & Books
This distinctly charming coffee and cocktail bar is just the place to get a warm meal and commune with literary giants. Inspired by a Krakow bookstore, a Vienna coffeehouse, and a local bar in Pari... read more
- 355 11th St., SoMa 94103
- 415-355-9400
Bar Agricole
For architecture and design afficianados, this is the first LEED-certified Gold building from architects Aidlin Darling Design, re-using existing elements from the original warehouse site including... read more
- 219 Healdsburg Ave., Sonoma Valley 95448
- 707-433-7222
Spoonbar
A lively spot, open to the street. Mediterranean menu, by Rudy Mihal, of mostly skewers and small plates (there's also a well-received brick chicken) provides a base for main attraction: the cockta... read more
- 155 Columbus Ave., North Beach 94133
Comstock Saloon
The name of this old-timey drinking den pays tribute to fabled 19th-century California silver miner Henry Comstock. Following that theme, the "saloon" is decked out with charred hardwood floors, gi... read more
- 345 Healdsburg Ave., Sonoma Valley 95448
- 707-433-2337
Bear Republic Brewpub
Small pub and restaurant from decorated local independent brewery, Bear Republic, is just the thing when you've tired of swirling and smelling and sipping wine. The pub grub (with a wide selection ... read more
- 738 Main St., Napa Valley 94574
- 707-963-9181
Farmstead
A literal take on farm-to-table: elements of the fixtures and furniture are actually from the restaurant's farm, Long Meadow Ranch, and the building itself is a former barn. LMR produces wine, make... read more
- 650 Gough St., Hayes Valley 94102
- 415-869-1900
Smuggler's Cove
Insert pirate joke here: San Francisco theme bar and Tiki culture have reached their highest expression, with fully baked retro concept, décor and artisanal rum menu. In tiny former Jade spa... read more
- 1525 Mission St., SoMa 94103
- 415-621-7007
Sloane
Strikingly beautiful young woman working through daunting psychological issues. In other words, the space is gorgeous - high ceilings, exposed brick, expertly finished wood walls, sleek bathrooms -... read more
- 260 Valencia St. , Mission 94103
- 415-552-2050
Pauline's Wine Bar
Having built up a loyal following for their house wine over the last 10 years, Pauline's expanded into the space around-the-corner to feature their luscious organic reds. Small, attractive space is... read more
- 1143 Crane St., Silicon Valley 94025
- 650-853-1143
Marqs In Menlo
Brand spaking new jazz bar has grown an enthusiastic and cool, if slightly older Baby Boomer-types, following shortly after opening. The formula: warm low-lit atmo, impressive wine selection, smili... read more
- 1548 Polk St., Russian Hill 94109
- 415-346-5699
Kozy Kar
An entire bar built on the theme of a customized Chevy Van - circa 1976 - featuring an actual van in the back with, ahem, a water bed. 70s Playboy centerfold spreads line the walls, CB radio system... read more
- 520 Ramona St., Silicon Valley 94301
- 650-462-1968
The Wine Room
Historic Spanish-style adobe building restored lovingly by owner Michael Garcia has an ultra-cozy interior is the ideal place to waste a few hours contemplating a full bodied Cabernet Savignon with... read more
- 1148 Mission St., SoMa 94109
- 415-863-6008
Heaven's Dog
Super slick and sleek modern Chinese eatery from Charles Phan (of beloved Slanted Door) tucked in neatly next to the SF Federal building on the SOMA gentrification frontier. Emphasis is on small, s... read more
- 1145 Folsom St., SoMa 94103
- 415-241-9990
Bloodhound
Brings sort of a Western-rancho-punko cool to SF's over-yuppified South of Market district. Quasi-trashy ambiance with barn-like walls, trompe l'oeil bird ceilings and, yes, antler chandeliers. Enj... read more
- 1760 Market St. , Hayes Valley 94102
- 415-863-3516
The Triple Crown
Opened with a bang on New Year’s 2009, quickly established itself as a legit choice for young people who like loud house music in dark spaces. From owner DJ M3 of the Green Gorilla Lounge col... read more
- 20 Yerba Buena Ln., SoMa 94103
- 415-744-5000
Press Club
Smart, simple concept that frankly we’re mad we didn’t think of first: a tasting room featuring eight boutique Napa wineries, each with a station staffed by their own employees. Ripped ... read more
- 1237 Polk St., Tenderloin 94109
- 415-776-1237
McTeague's Saloon
This venue has not yet been reviewed. read more
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