Suggestions for Cocktail Bar near San Francisco

Eater • April 12, 2016All 16 cocktails on the menu (organized by spirit) feel thoughtful and smart. Highlights include Whiskey in Church (smoky scotch, oloroso, maple, smoked pear bitters) and the Sutro Swizzle.

Frank R. • July 9, 2016Amazing cocktails in an incredibly cool setting. Perhaps my favorite bar on the planet!

Josh W. • October 23, 2019Delicious shrimp chips and In the Pines, Under the Palms cocktail in an intimate, well-designed spot

Emily B. • September 1, 2015What's good here?? What a question! This is and underground 1930s newsstand themed lounge with LIVE music- not just music- a FULL band. I had an amazing beer and their 'barbarella' cocktail- amazing!

Adrian P. • October 25, 2015Cozy cocktail bar on Cortland is great for late night drinks if you're wandering around Bernal Heights. A fantastic collection of liquor with a strong tequila showing.

Ted S. • June 1, 2018Tbh, the best cocktail spot in the city by far. Good ambiance, good music, chill, friendly staff, STRONG drinks that are GREAT, a spacious patio for smoking whatever you want - it's got it all.

Iain N. • August 4, 2009The best cocktails in the city. Great small Italian plates and pizzas. And it's open late.

Ruby A. • October 16, 2023The Bloody Mary / Michelada mix has a hint of pineapple 🍍 and it’s absolutely delicious. The N/A beer is also one of the best I’ve had.

WhiskeyAvenger • July 15, 2018Not in the mood for a whiskey cocktail but want something to wake up your evening? Get the Dartboard a smokey,floral and citrusy cocktail made with mezcal and tequila.

Carla L. • August 7, 2014Great neighborhood bar. The decor and the tiled ceiling reminds me of a bar in New York I miss. Great martinis.

Amanda B. • October 11, 2011One of the coolest speakeasies I've ever been too. The decor and ambiance make it ultra mysterious too. I recommend the Elderflower cocktail which was so sweet and delicious. Good luck finding it!

Cait W. • June 28, 2016SF's coolest new bar with an amazing vintage feel + solid cocktail options

Greg S. • March 3, 2019Great upmarket cocktail bar. Nice chilled vibe with well dressed people

Martin E. • November 10, 2015The house Third Rail cocktail and all the jerkys are awesome. Also try the weekly cocktail, almost always great.

Karin • July 1, 2018Amazing cocktails! If you're here with a group get a punch bowl (warning: they are potent)

Alex P. • February 23, 2017Killer cocktails and an amazing, cozy space. Don't tell anyone else.

Brian S. • August 27, 2017Delicious gin based cocktails in gorgeous room that feels like an old subway station. Don't skip the food options -- we loved the masala wings.

Sravanti T. • May 27, 2017A great spot! Jazz and good cocktails -- get the Rye All Day if you don't like sweet drinks!

Mari • November 25, 2021Great new wine bar with delicious snacks. Try the mushrooms.

Tom C. • October 12, 2022The cocktails are really good. I love the daiquiri. And I’ve always been impressed by the food too. The patio out the back of the bar is particularly nice.

Brian D. • August 7, 2014My favorite speakeasy in the country. Hands down.

Matthew S. • July 22, 2018Cocktails specifically the gimlets on tap