27 Best Bar & Grill in San Francisco

“Locals unite. No one can it nicer than Cat Ho, the bar director at Arcana in the standard.

On nights when she’s able to leave Arcana before 11 p.m., Ho pops over to this 33-year-old dive. She says all the items are hits but gives special shoutouts to what the menu calls the “classic schnitzz” ($13), a take on a fried chicken sandwich, and the “bent totzz” ($12), which sees tater tots smothered with bacon, shredded cheddar, lettuce, house sauce, and a mountain of pickled jalapeños. But the draw for Ho is the “din din noodzz” ($8), a plate of spicy yakisoba noodles stir-fried in a peanut sauce and sprinkled with herbs, bell peppers, and seasoned peanuts, to which she adds a piece of fried chicken ($9). “After a long shift or night out, that’s pretty much all I’m craving.”

Say hi if you see me and my tall friend stuffing our faces with schnitzel sandwiches and having a beer.“

“Lovely welcoming, friendly, homey feeling place. The food was great and the recommended margarita (who knew there could be so many options) was excellent.“

“Seriously going to miss this place a lot. The punk shows at night were always fun and energetic. During the day, it was an excellent spot for all sorts of groups to meet up ranging from baseball teams to Polaroid camera nerds. This combination of seamlessly encouraging such different kinds of passionate people reflected the culture of SF pretty accurately. They held onto an independent spirit without settling on specific theme.
RIP Maria. This is what gentrification looks like in action.“

“This was my 1st visit to San Francisco on my birthday! Hidive was welcoming, with great staff, good drinks, and a great bar top food menu! Started the day out there with margaritas, and stopped back in for some wings and a nightcap at the end of the day. It was great!“

“This past Saturday I decided to check out this place with my friends after the game. They have a variety of drink selections and a decent food menu options, including some vegetarian-friendly dishes. Service was 10/10! The girl who was helping us was friendly and patient with my friend, when she was struggling because of her English. All of us had a great time here. Glad we decided to give this place a try and will return!

Inner Richmond is not the most difficult neighborhood to find parking for in the city, but it can still be a hit or miss. Recommend people to just Lyft/Uber/Waymo.“

“Spent a great evening a the Mad Dog in the Fog. Good food. Good trivia. Great people. Thanks to Killian for making our night sensational. Best Irish pub in San Fran.“

“Super fun place to go with friends and play ping pong, have some food and drinks. Great friendly atmosphere with lots of space.“

“Best oysters offer ever. So fresh, creamy and just delicious. Fs was as good as Kumamoto oysters. Couldn’t resist its deliciousness had to order two and half dozens. Also other food was good, please good service and friendly people. Definitely must visit“

“The staff was so nice to let us come in and rest with all our luggage in between our cruise and flight. The food was really delicious.
Side note due to the older building there is no accessible restroom, however we were able to use the one next door.“

“Jaime gave great service and we enjoyed our am fresco meal and drinks. I had the fajita salad and my husband had the French burger and onion rings. Very yummy! We will return next time in the City.“

“Good drinks, great atmosphere, best food!!“

“Friendly staff, good drinks, delicious food“

“Friendly service and good selection“

“awesome place! I highly recommend!“

“This place is amazing. Great bartenders. Chill atmosphere with good bar food. Owner Paul is a great dude.“

“Joe is great. After our Uber drive dropped us in the wrong place, Joe would tell us how to get there, he took us there. It was only at the end of the block, but meant the world to us. He wouldn’t accept a tip, so went back to have a beer after dinner. He remembered our name. He is the true meaning of customer service and I’ve told all of my friends to go see him at the Showdown. Thanks again, Joe“

“Beautiful restaurant, the people are friendly and accommodating. Great place for date night. The food was amazing. The piano player was fantastic. Ill be back. I had the pasta with sausage and broccoli and he had the prime rib. The prime was a bit over cooked however mine was perfect.“

“Awesome venue! Great for parties - lots of entertainment available 😊“

“I come here once a week with friends. It is fun, clean and well managed. The staff are volunteers who are cheerful and very accommodating. It's very well sanitized and Covid safe. The food and drinks are delicious. I've been to restaurants for outdoor dining but none have come close to the positive experience I have here and in the best neighborhood in San Francisco.“

“Harrington’s has quickly become one of my favorite bars in San Francisco. It has that rare combination of being lively and energetic while still feeling comfortable enough to actually have a conversation with your friends. The atmosphere is always fun, and the crowd is a great mix of locals, regulars, and people just looking for a good night out.

It’s such a great spot for a girls’ night because the food is surprisingly good. We ended up ordering a bunch of snacks to share, and everything paired perfectly with our drinks. It’s the kind of place where you can come hungry, stay for hours, and never feel rushed.

One thing that really stands out is the staff. Everyone is incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive. The bartenders and servers keep the energy up, make great recommendations, and genuinely seem like they enjoy what they do. And yes—they’re also an attractive crew, which definitely adds to the fun vibe without feeling pretentious.

If you’re looking for a neighborhood bar with great drinks, tasty food, a social crowd, and excellent service, Harrington’s is an easy recommendation. Every visit has been a great time, and I’ll definitely be back.“

“Checked out Candlestick Sports Bar mainly to play pool, and it was a good time. One game is $2, or you can get three games for $5, which feels fair.

The pool table is in good shape. The space around them is a bit tight, so a few shots can be tricky, but nothing that takes away from the fun. It’s the kind of place where you can just relax, play a few games with friends, and unwind.

Good vibe, chill crowd, and a solid neighborhood spot to hang out and shoot some pool.“

“Never fails, the best breakfast burritos in California! Brought a couple friends and they said it was the best they've ever had, ever. Not to mention the staff is super nice and accommodating. Feel free to share your venmo QR code so we can send tips your way!“

“Great service, the waiter was very nice and the food was delicious“

“The decor and ambience is very modern while still maintaining the original design and foundation. The staff is super friendly and attentive. Place gets busy even during baseball games. Went here before the giants game and was quite impressed. I’d love to come back next time I’m in town. The food and drinks were impressive and left me wanting more. Can’t wait to try the rest of the menu. You definitely won’t be disappointed if you decide to stop by.“

“I lived in SF my whole life until I got married and moved to the south bay but never got a chance to try this place, until my hubby and I did our now annual staycation. And boy were we pleasantly surprised!

Best homemade spaghetti EVER! I told my hubby, I'd come back just for this pasta pomodoro. Perfect al dente and chew from a homemade pasta vs dried smothered with a perfect pomodoro sauce and baby tomatoes and parm that made the hot dish almost creamy. Just reviewing that dish cuz it was incredible.

Service was also impeccable. Also got to see the Pied Piper mural by a famous early 20th century artist Mayfield Parrish that our neighboring table shared with us. Cute.“

“Had a few moments to spare and got hungry. Was gonna go to Burger King but I saw this place on my way. I sat and ordered a cheese burger with avocado. The burger came with fries and believe me... IT WAS DELICIOUS! The fries were tasty as well. Keep in mind that you're eating an an airport so it's gonna be a little pricey. The service was top flight and very kind“