Our local watering hole for the gays! We love Cinch and only kind people are allowed 🥹
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
dblitz70
The sign said 'saloon' so I ambled in and ordered a beer. I quickly realized this wasn't your ordinary western saloon. It was a bunch of cool friendly people who made me feel welcome. I think we stayed talking for 2 hrs. Great place.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Eduardo (RC)
I keep forgetting there are welcoming bars in blue states
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Zachary Farley
Funky gay bar with a Star Wars look
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
Gabriel Garza
Strong drinks, good service, 2 pool tables and an outdoor patio.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Ariel Barraza
Such and amazing staple in the SF area... can beat it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rudi James
I was there on a cloudy cool day probably too early and didn’t meet the right guy to go home with, but I might go back to try it again, hopefully I will try it at least one more time!
Atmosphere: 4
Evan Eldridge
Bartender is extremely rude and just a bad person. Physically pushed girls out the door who were just minding their business. Awful.
Service: 1
T.J.
2 pool tables and Star Wars-themed decor in the back of the bar (along with a single pinball machine), and small outside smoking area behind that. Digital/app-connected jukebox as well. If you manage to secure 1 of the 2 booths by the pool tables, your group will have a good spot to hang out (and you're allowed to chow down on outside food). Cheap drinks but you have to order at the bar.
Very cozy and had an absolute welcome feeling at the counter
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Justin Zilla (ju3t1nz)
A Must-Visit Classic on Polk Street
I’m a regular at The Cinch Saloon, particularly during their happy hour, and I can confidently say it’s one of the best spots in San Francisco. The atmosphere is always welcoming, with a bunch of steady regulars who are friendly and down-to-earth. The back patio is perfect for kicking back and enjoying the evening outdoors, and the bartenders are some of the friendliest I’ve encountered. They really make you feel at home!
Speaking of bartenders, one of them recently won the Best Bartender in the Bay Area award—and it shows. The drinks are strong and priced right, which makes it hard to beat for value in this part of the city.
While I don’t usually stay for the late-night crowd, I hear that The Cinch has a cabaret license again, so their legendary drag shows are back, adding a fantastic flair to the place. Whether you’re looking to relax with a cheap drink after work or experience some nightlife entertainment, The Cinch has something for everyone.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
michael moreno
Fun, best neighborhood bar. Good place to meet and make friends.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
CHARLES JARRETT
This is one of my favorite bars my friend is also a bartender there whose name is Robert and he makes an excellent drink.
Our local watering hole for the gays! We love Cinch and only kind people are allowed 🥹
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
The sign said 'saloon' so I ambled in and ordered a beer. I quickly realized this wasn't your ordinary western saloon. It was a bunch of cool friendly people who made me feel welcome. I think we stayed talking for 2 hrs. Great place.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
I keep forgetting there are welcoming bars in blue states
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Funky gay bar with a Star Wars look
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
Strong drinks, good service, 2 pool tables and an outdoor patio.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Such and amazing staple in the SF area... can beat it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was there on a cloudy cool day probably too early and didn’t meet the right guy to go home with, but I might go back to try it again, hopefully I will try it at least one more time!
Atmosphere: 4
Bartender is extremely rude and just a bad person. Physically pushed girls out the door who were just minding their business. Awful.
Service: 1
2 pool tables and Star Wars-themed decor in the back of the bar (along with a single pinball machine), and small outside smoking area behind that. Digital/app-connected jukebox as well. If you manage to secure 1 of the 2 booths by the pool tables, your group will have a good spot to hang out (and you're allowed to chow down on outside food). Cheap drinks but you have to order at the bar.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Great environment.. loved the vibe.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Very cozy and had an absolute welcome feeling at the counter
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
A Must-Visit Classic on Polk Street
I’m a regular at The Cinch Saloon, particularly during their happy hour, and I can confidently say it’s one of the best spots in San Francisco. The atmosphere is always welcoming, with a bunch of steady regulars who are friendly and down-to-earth. The back patio is perfect for kicking back and enjoying the evening outdoors, and the bartenders are some of the friendliest I’ve encountered. They really make you feel at home!
Speaking of bartenders, one of them recently won the Best Bartender in the Bay Area award—and it shows. The drinks are strong and priced right, which makes it hard to beat for value in this part of the city.
While I don’t usually stay for the late-night crowd, I hear that The Cinch has a cabaret license again, so their legendary drag shows are back, adding a fantastic flair to the place. Whether you’re looking to relax with a cheap drink after work or experience some nightlife entertainment, The Cinch has something for everyone.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Fun, best neighborhood bar.
Good place to meet and make friends.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
This is one of my favorite bars my friend is also a bartender there whose name is Robert and he makes an excellent drink.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Amazing atmosphere and interior design!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
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