50 Best Beer Bars in San Francisco

“Incredible place with a HUGE tap list!“

“Take in from a native NYer, these bagels are so yummy. Get your favorite varieties. Don’t let the line fool you, service is so fast. The cream cheese is amazing and fresh. You can easily pull apart and dip for a smear. Did I mention, these bagels freeze well, so get the Baker’s Dozen. Lucky 13!“

“Every drink is handled with care.“

“Intimate and cozy bar with an excellent wine and beer selection. The interior is gorgeous but small, dominated by the bar. The walls look like they’re made of green velvet but it’s actually concrete. The service was friendly, and they made to sure to keep our glasses full. The food is from Ernest, which was a treat. The bread is from Rize Up Bakery and highly recommended with the wine.“

“went here for a quick happy hour + bite when we were roaming around Fillmore! The ambiance is cute and the wines were yum!! loved the prosecco!! the vegan pizza is kind of bland (like needed hella seasoning lol + sauce maybe?) still a decent happy hour and would go again! hopefully can make the vegan options a bit better

4 months later:

the vegan options here = awful lol. the mushroom one was super dry (i did get it without cheese). they had a vegan pinsa THAT THEY GOT RID OF (had it last time i was here 4 months ago). happy hour is $9 for the mini pinsas or wine or like some of their bar bites. the brussel sprouts were the star of the show lol. also slow service“

“Came by for a hot chocolate and loved the ambience here! The piano was closed (didn't ask if could be played), but there different sits, tables and what nots. Great spot to chill a little and enjoy a hot beverage. Seems like they also do piano classes. I Also learned they have Bingsu (Korean shaved ice desserts), but didn't get a chance to try.“

“I liked the chicken quesadilla. The cheese fries were also the best fries I’ve ever had in my life. One of the best halal Mexican spots I’ve been to in the bay.. maybe even the best. I went on a Friday afternoon and the parking situation wasn’t so bad.“

“One of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had!
Staff were beyond warm and welcoming; they shared their culture with us alongside their cuisine.
The butter chicken, mango lassi, gol gappa, chai, and everything else was perfect and in great portion sizes.
10/10, will eat again“

“Great burgers, delicious desserts, and awesome staff!“

“The cauliflower hoagie is an amazing vegan option! Just let the server know you want it vegan and they can also remove the honey. It was absolutely delicious and very filling! The salad and squash dish also pictured are gluten free but not vegan and were also outstanding! Service was great! Waster was so attentive and helpful in working with dietary restrictions and made excellent wine recommendations. Great vibe overall inside as well - will be back!“

“Great place for a beer before a show at The Independent“

“Hands down my favorite spot in the city. I’m here literally every weekend — the beer list is always on point, the vibe is relaxed but alive, and the staff just gets it. Also, whoever curates the playlist deserves a raise — I’m Shazaming tracks almost every time I’m in. It’s the kind of place you want to gatekeep, but can’t stop telling people about. 5/5, no notes.

EDIT: Pedro is killing it with the summer menu. Tandoori Carrots 🔥🔥

EDIT Nov 2025: new season, new menu, still 🔥🔥. Try the stir fry eggplant.“

“I’m giving Rosamunde’s 5 all around because of their excellent Merguez. So tired of these places that say they have Merguez and then you find out it’s beef or beef/lamb. The sauerkraut is authentic, the beans are very delicious and the staff is, to say the least, very chill. If beer is your thing, you will be happy here. They also have all the cane sugar sodas as well. The only criticism I would have is that, in my opinion, the German potato salad is too vinegary.“

“The one of the best burgers I have ever had. The atmosphere was perfect, and the service was excellent. I was visiting from out of town and wanted a good burger from someplace local. It's a small pub with a lot of character. If you are in the area will worth checking it out.“

“Harmonic Brewing Thrive City is a fantastic spot for craft beer lovers. The selection is diverse and flavorful, with fresh brews that highlight local creativity. The lively atmosphere and friendly staff make it a great place to hang out with friends and enjoy quality beer.“

“We always reserve a table for lunch when we're in San Francisco. It never disappoints. Our server, Dhan (forgive me if I didn't get that right!!), was remarkable. Kind and funny, and very attentive to the food sensitivities in our group. We often start with a glass of champagne but this visit we changed it up with mocktails. The salads were delicious and the buttery lettuces were beautiful on the plate. My family went for Rotunda's famous warm chocolate chip cookies for dessert, but I ordered the strawberry sorbet, it tasted like fresh picked berries and was a blast of summer tho it was cool in the city. Plan ahead, they really can get booked up.“

“I tried cali steak zapato and I love it. At first I doubted I will like it but I think this is one of the best rice less burrito in town. They have large serving portion and the price is reasonable. I think the place is popular to employees working nearby. For us, this is a very cool place to get food after a drink. The staff are accommodating and friendly. The vibe of the place is retro and this kind of restaurant really gives you good vibes. I will try eating here again. :)“

“Awesome and women-owned! Let's bask in the light of this great community of women in the Bay! Love this place!“

“This place is sooo BOMB!
I mean wicked good!
Staff are awesome.
The food is awesome.
The vibe is awesome.
Always catering to US.
I’m sooo glad this place is still here.
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO WORKS HERE!“

“I was grumpy that my people were dragging me here and I was WRONG. It. Was. AWESOME!! Food was great. Drinks were great. People were great. 10/10. Get the fried chicken. Or the wings. Or the rice bowl. Or the brussels sprouts. Or anything; they’re not here to disappoint.“

“Delicious pizza, friendly people! 🙂“

“The ramen tastes very good, the soup base is rich and the noodles taste great“

“Been coming here since 2020, I absolutely love this location. Great food and beer selection. Its also nice to be able to sit outside and still get audio for whatever game is playing. The only thing I miss (and I do miss it dearly) are the roasted half chickens they used to do here.“

“reasonably priced ramen. The food was really good. The tonkatsu broth was excellent and went well with the pork. My daughter had the chicken ramen which was a little overcooked but still tasty. My other daughter had the veggie tofu with mild spice. Mild was still pretty spicy so avoid if your sensitive to spicy food. Overall we were pleased and will return.“

“Nice place to watch sports“

“Great bar that has friendly patrons as well as lots of entertainment. You will often find love entertainment on the weekends, and always loads of pinball.

Bar has quite the selection of craft beers, and bar staff are knowledgeable to help find your perfect pint.“

“Great pub in the Montclair Village. It's a 5-star for me especially for the convenience, but I would totally recommend it to anyone looking for a great Irish-style pub. Also great for parties with a dedicated room that can be booked! Love their drinks and food“

“Great Food😋 Sports bar atmosphere“

“great place for craft beers and good wine, knowledgeable friendly staff“

“Richmond Republican Drought House is an absolute gem! The House burger was phenomenal with juicy, perfectly seasoned, and stacked with fresh toppings that hit all the right spots. Cool staff made us feel right at home, and the vibes are laid-back and fun. Highly recommend!“

“HIGHLY recommend Tekka House! The quality of the fish they serve is top notch - great flavor, texture and presentation. Also the truffle wagyu nigiri was the best wagyu we’ve ever had! A very delicious meal!!“

“Korean Soul Chicken was absolutely delicious. We ordered the fried chicken, which was crispy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. I also had the BBQ pork, and it was tender and full of flavor. The potstickers were amazing, crisp, fresh, and not greasy at all.

The service was excellent and very attentive. The food was super affordable and everything tasted fresh and well made. I would definitely recommend“

“My go to. Constantly delish for the past 30 years.“

“good food and drinks! Laid back, fun , casual neighborhood bar, New England pub atmosphere,.“

“A bar! No food, no frills, just lots of beers, great drinks, and a great patio!“

“Decent beer and welcoming company.“

“fantastic drinks excellent atmosphere and realy cool people“

“Absolutely fantastic. Meat was super soft and flavors were on point. It looks like a small shop but everyone in the restaurant was happy with service, food and music. Chef and other workers were very kind and attentive. Couldn’t recommend this place enough to people coming to San Francisco. Most bang for your buck.“

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“Good eats and beer selections.“

“Amazing 🤩 Great service and tasty food“

“Wonderful experience and everyone is friendly The music is great And drinks are amazing“

“The best! Great hospitality; Lalo is a great cook!“

“I was initially put off because the service was a bit slow(one bartender), and I was trying to get food for a show at the Bill Graham. But hot damn did they work it. I got the two patty smash burger and fries. YUM. They were out of beer we asked for but we still got good drinks. Then a shot in apology of our wait? That’s it you’ve won me over.“

“The Library was a neat speakeasy experience on a bustling Saturday night for our group of 4. Not the best drinks I've had in the city, but the atmosphere was exciting and we didn't have to wait for a spot inside to hangout which was awesome.“

“Great Middle Eastern plate. Delicious coffee. 24 yrs in business. 🙂“

“They were pretty busy and seemed a little understaffed. There was a large twxh conference i n town so the management could have predicted this. The staff themselves were great just clearly struggling to keep up with the i creased demand. Coming from a family of german descendants this was comfort food, the snitzel was delicious and they understood the importance of how the potatoes and kraut were not just sides, but truly equal stars in the meal. The beer selection looked great, and made me wish that I could still partake, but having soild na offering helped. Especially the grapefruit soda which added the bitter element needed to complete the full experience of good German food.“

“This place is way under the radar. Super great value, counter service but they bring you your food and bus for you. Big salsa bar in the back with flavorful salsas (you can really taste the smokiness of the peppers in the red sauce, and the green sauce is wonderfully tart). And most importantly, the tacos are SO DELICIOUS!!!!!!! Handmade tortillas. JUICY chicken. Flavorful garnish. Tasty poc chuc. Pastor with pineapple chunks.“