50 Best Beer Bars in San Francisco

“Incredible place with a HUGE tap list!“

“I went on a Wednesday night and it was still busy! The vibes looked good but I wasn't going to wait for just myself so I ordered Togo. I got the little gem Caesar salad, vodka margherita pizza, and a cannoli! Honestly very pleasantly surprised with the flavors and textures of everything, I would say the only thing that was underwhelming was the cannoli honestly but with some chocolate glaze it's . Most unique pizza I've had a while and it's soo good it lasted for dinner and lunch the next day. Would definitely go again especially since for $50 you can easily eat comfortably for two!“

“Every drink is handled with care.“

“Seriously yum! Came upon this place at random while walking around Fillmore with my boyfriend, and I’m so glad we decided to eat here. Lots of vegetarian options too. Pinsa feels lighter than a full-blown pizza, but still filling and delicious. Highly recommend the Fried Squash Flowers and the Fancy Margherita Pinsa!“

“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.“

“Excellent service from the workers and owner was so welcoming from the step I entered to the way out. I was delighted with the quality of food and it tasted very nice with the owner even complimenting me with kheer on the house as I was visitor in SF. Overall I would recommend this to all family and friends.“

“This place deserves a higher rating than is average. I've brought many people here recently and have had it 3x times in a row. I love the grilled fish and the seared ahi tuna for the win. I highly recommend this unassuming place for people in the area!“

“The grilled cheese burrito was absolutely delicious! What a genius idea. Every bite is greeted with tasty guacamole, continued with flavorful carne asada, and then you’re left with melty cheese to chew on afterwards. And the addition of a churro was really the cherry on top. If you’re visiting the mission and want the best burrito possible, get this one!“

“We have such a great time, owner so nice. We even had the same last name. Food was excellent“

“Had afternoon tea here twice; the first time for 2 persons, the second time for 3. Tea selection and the atmosphere was outstanding, service was ok.
During my first visit, the food for 2 was nicely presented on a tiered platter, beautiful and appetizing.
However on my second visit, I was very disappointed with the food presentation; a 2-person tiered platter was used to hold food for a party of 3. As a result, the food was literally piled on to the platter on each tier. This must be a presentation mistake which compromised our dining experience. The visual appeal was lost and somehow the food did not taste as good as the first time…😟“

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

“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.“

“This place was lovely! They have a fantastic selection of natural wines, and my friend and I had a great time exploring and trying several different options.

The food was excellent as well. We started with a beautiful burrata and spring pea dish, which was fresh and delicious. We also shared the Cacio e Pepe steak sandwich. I especially enjoyed the green peppercorns, apple, and greens—the combination of flavors worked really well. The portion was generous and easily large enough for two people to share.

My only note for the kitchen is regarding the sandwich's assembly. While all of the ingredients were tasty, they weren't distributed evenly throughout the sandwich. As a result, some bites were mostly steak, while others were primarily greens. I think the sandwich would be even better if the fillings were spread more consistently from edge to edge so that each bite included a little of everything. Hopefully that makes sense—it's a small detail, but it would make an already good sandwich even more enjoyable.
Overall, we had a wonderful experience and would definitely return.“

“Love this place. Just a good vibe of a cafe. Chill music. Comfortable enough to work but not so comfortable that people sit park all day. Don't sleep on the Mitsugaru. It's like drinking the milk left over from a bowl of Cheerios. Common ih Korea, not so much in SF“

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

“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!“

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

“A large selection of above average beers on tap and an upscale bar menu with kicked up favorites (K.orean F.ried C.hicken wings) and adventurous bites for foodies (octopus*). Overall the place is a bit pricey$$, but the beer slingers are attentive, knowledgeable and often willing to let you taste a beer. Thus avoiding buyer's remorse. And the food comes out hot and fast!“

“Cute decor and I appreciated the fact that they had a soccer game on. Coming from Boston and growing up going to pubs I almost expected the smell of stale beer but I was pleasantly surprised how it had none of that. All of the good luck and no smell of “last nights drinking” 😊

The server was very sweet, fast and attentive.

I got 2 eggs, chicken sausage and potatoes. The potatoes were the outstanding and the best part of the meal. It had nice chunks of onions and peppers. The chicken sausage was a little taste of sweetness, which I don’t prefer as I prefer savory over sweet. All in all it was a good meal. My BF only had a bagel and cream cheese as he has an egg allergy and got sick of Belgian waffles.

I would definitely come back but get regular sausage.“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“This is the kind of place I want to see in any city I live in. Harmonic is hands-down one of the best locally owned microbreweries. The owners are long-time SF residents and amazing humans who truly care about their beer, customers, and community. The brews are delicious, creative, and always changing—there’s never a boring pour here. They have decent snacks and seem to regularly have unique food pop-ups. It’s an accessible place whether you’re out alone, or with friends and family. SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES!“

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

“My brother loves beer and we get together a couple times a month. We had not been there in years, and this is where I remember them having a great beer selection. They have really done a great job on the remodel and the music is at a level you can talk at! The food was good and the beer was great. I will be back!“

“Awesome place to gather with neighbors & have amazing food & beers constantly changing. To me joining the Taproom club was a no brainer!! Keep in mind it can go from empty during the days to slammed by early evening- great place to chill with friends inside or at outside tables 5 ⭐️“

“Delicious pizza, friendly people! 🙂“

“Nice spot with 2 of my favorites items - ramen & boba. The food was pretty good, and you get to choose the type of meat in your ramen. At the end they gave us mango sorbet, what a nice surprise.

Popcorn Chicken ($8) - we had mixed reviews from my party. I liked it and thought the sauce was good.

Black Garlic Oil Ramen ($18) - nicely presented dish but flavor-wise I liked my friend's Spicy Tonkatsu more. The egg and chashu were ok.“

“fantastic drinks excellent atmosphere and realy cool people“

“Good eats and beer selections.“

“Amazing 🤩 Great service and tasty food“

“The food and drinks were amazing, the staff even better. They even have playful cocktails like their Italian cream soda cocktail, and their pasta of the day is always a delicious surprise at really reasonable prices. Located just a block from city hall, right off Market Street, this place is a must go in civic center“

“Great Food😋 Sports bar atmosphere“

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

“K Soul Chicken is the perfect place for a little Korean fried chicken and snacks pick me up! Their chicken is fried to perfection, and offer so many different flavors. Posted right along Polk St, so it is the perfect place to get the party started over a little beer & casual dinner with friends before hitting up the bars. Aside from the fried chicken, the bbq pork plate and mandu were also delicious and filling. They’ve been serving the community for 35 years, and the owner is so kind and welcoming. Definitely hit them up if you’re in the mood for some delicious KFC & Korean staples.“

“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!!“

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

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

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“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.“

“Decent beer and welcoming company.“

“Monoghans is the best bar in sf hands down. What makes it so
Special to me is their bartender Jess. She is such a warm soul who I enjoy seeing everytime I visit! Plus their pool table is the best in SF. 10/10 recommend and shoutout Jess the 🐐“

“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.“

“We came upon the recommendation of a chef from Chicago, and were lucky to squeeze in without a reservation on a busy weekend night. Everything was fresh and delightful! We especially loved the scallop vermicelli, small bites and the abundant garlic pea shoots. Above all, the service was outstanding with a welcoming and attentive host, and a kitchen that was willing to kindly make some adjustments for food sensitivities. A lively and comfortable atmosphere. Will return to taste more!“

“Nice place to watch sports“

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

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

“Hinodeya is situated in a happening area of the Marina and serves excellent quality food. Went with my partner for a date night we got swift service and excellent quality food. The Umami Brussels sprouts were perfectly cooked with bonito flakes dancing as the steam wafted from the plate. My ramen was light and flavourful and, though I’m not the biggest fish fan, the dashi broth was not overwhelming. Hinodeya also has great vegan ramen options, which is uncommon. My partner is vegan and this was a great feature for them. Additionally, the garden patio in the back is a lovely place to sit for a meal. Tables can be close together, but it creates a nice communal energy. And may lead to fun conversation across groups.“