Cocktail Bar · $$
1 Mr Bing's
201 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco
Customers’ favorites
- Root of All Evil
- Liberty Ale
- Bada Bing
“Bring on the funny 😁 happy anniversary Lisa good times great atmosphere!!!”
50 Best Dive Bars in San Francisco
Browse menus, reviews and photos of Dive Bars in San Francisco.
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2 Noc Noc
557 Haight Street, San Francisco
- Delivery
Customers’ favorites
- Victory Sour Monkey
- White Apple Cideo
“Amazingly weird, a real gem. Strange and wonderful interior with a wildly good beer selection and the owner, Remat, is a genuine “only in SF” character. Go for the decor, stay for the sour beer, and support a neighborhood bar that could never be imitated.”
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3 Elixir
3200 16th Street, San Francisco
- Delivery
Customers’ favorites
- Winning Cocktail Recipe
- Non-Alcoholic Eggnog
- Whiskey Tasting
- Spiced Cider
“Can’t beat the rustic atmosphere and the bartender was very friendly and informative.”
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4 Wild Side West
424 Cortland Avenue, San Francisco
“Really creative space and community! It’s an old establishment too. I remember walking it as a kiddo not knowing what it was and I know my whole family and I felt safe. I felt safe as an adult going in to hang out and socialize too. Thanks for being a beautiful and rather humble community throughout the years!”
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5 Last Call Bar
3988 18th Street, San Francisco
Customers’ favorites
- Baby Bottle
“We wondered into this bar trying to find a place to hang before dinner and its the best. The crowds are minimal but its very welcoming. And Eugene (gene) is such a great bartender. Give them a flavor profile your trying to get and they will make the best drink. Also great music!!!”
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6 Specs' Twelve Adler Museum Cafe
12 William Saroyan Place, San Francisco
- Take-Out
Customers’ favorites
- Cheese and Crackers
“Good drinks nice music good prices”
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Bar & Grill · $$
7 Bender's Bar & Grill
806 South Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
- Take-Out
Customers’ favorites
- Bacon Jalepeno Cheddar Tots
- Chicken Schnitzel
- Bender Burger
- Fried Pickles
“This is one of my favorite bars in the city for sure, cool grudge punk vibe going on! They got affordable drink choices, pool tables, great food and awesome service. Big shoutout to the people at the grill they are extremely nice and the food is delicious at a great price. I will definitely be coming back here!”
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8 Glen Park Station (Bar)
2816 Diamond Street, San Francisco
Customers’ favorites
- Shrimp and Chip
“I quit drinking before the judge ordered me to—how is that for initiative? Since that last call, no bar has captured my attention. Nor have I returned to any of the bars I enjoyed around here. I’m from the east coast—a pub near a rail station which draws a crowd free of pretense is proper nurture. Glen Park Station is welcoming, comfortable, fun, and built for a night done right. There are non-alcoholic brews for those who abstain, shot-and-a-beer specials for $12.00, wine by the glass, and an indoor smoking lounge. A pinball machine which takes dollar bills. Darts. Superior bar stools. Table seating up front. A rear patio. No Apple Pay.The bar has neighboring businesses which serve food. One can find Vietnamese, Thai, and Mexican fare within a block. The bodega sits across from BART, on the same side of Diamond St. A pizza place is in proximity. This area has a low-key dominance about it. A great spot for socializing, a walkable pocket of the city wherein small businesses sling good eats, and you have the option to get hammered. Parking is available in the public library lot after 6, 7, 8PM during the week. Street parking on the northbound lane of Bosworth between Arlington & Diamond is free in the evenings. I am not sure when the meters stop accepting payment-I pulled up at 7:30PM on a Monday. To those behind the wheel—be advised—residential streets intersect as sharp turns become sudden hills. At all hours there are pedestrians, cyclists, and coyotes. SFPD often posts a patrol vehicle on Bosworth (south of the Arlington intersection) to eyeball the I-280 south on-ramp.”
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9 Gestalt Craft Beer Bar
3159 16th Street, San Francisco
- Delivery
Customers’ favorites
- Stiegl Radler Grapefruit Naturtrüb Shandy Radler 2 ABV Stieglbrauerei Zu Salzburg Salzburg Salzburg
- Lonely Tarts Club 2018 Sour - Flanders Red Ale 5 3 ABV Moylan's Brewery Novato CA
- La Chouffe Blond Belgian Strong Golden Ale 8 ABV Brasserie D'Achouffe Achouffe
- Death & Taxes Lager - Dark 5 ABV Moonlight Brewing Company Santa Rosa CA
“Idk. After doing 2 months in the heat id thought get a warm welcome but instead i got sus looks and cold attitude, i have a high suspicion its the way I was dressed or presented myself? Thought we werent supposed to judge people on their appearances, I guess that aint the norm here. I got my drinks and tipped them. Ill come back again and again cause its my local bar. Ill never forget. U know who u are. Thanks and god bless. I forgive u. Be aware folks.”
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11 Red's Java House
pier 30 The Embarcadero South, San Francisco
- Take-Out
- Delivery
Customers’ favorites
- Double Cheeseburger with Mustard
- Double Cheeseburger and Fries
- Breakfast Quesadilla
- Chili Cheese Fries
“Good food under the towering Bay Bridge- great views 😍”
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12 Knockout
3223 Mission Street, San Francisco
“Great dive bar! Had a blast with friends. Prices are fair. Lots of friendly security looking out for the safety of the ladies. Lots of drink choices & actual gourmet meals not greasy bar food like other places. I opted for a glass of Veuve Clicquot Brut French champagne and a Vegan appetizer. Live music & DJ's. Good music. Lots to look at! And room to dance. Love, love love would return again and again. What a treat. 💜🥂”
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13 The Bitter End
441 Clement Street, San Francisco
- Delivery
Customers’ favorites
- Bitter End Sampler
- Fish and Chips
- blt
“Nice neighborhood bar. We used to come to The Bitter End during the weeknights back in the late 90's as my friends lived nearby. It is nice to see they are still busy. It is the type of restaurant/bar where you order at the bar. You fetch your own drinks and if you are eating, tell them which table you are at. The fish & chips $20 come with mushy peas. That is rare in San Francisco as most restaurants don't have mushy peas. The batter was light and the fish was perfectly cooked. My food came out fairly quickly as it was busy.”
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14 The Rumpus Room
10 6th Street, San Francisco
- Delivery
Customers’ favorites
- It'll Do Combo
- Nothing Fancy
“Great bartenders, so welcoming& makes an awesome Old Fashion, makes you feel like a family”
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15 Hi Dive Bar
28 Pier, San Francisco
- Take-Out
- Delivery
Customers’ favorites
- Stella Artois Pilsner
- Fish and Chips
- Chicken Tenders
- French Fries
“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!”
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16 540 Bar
540 Clement Street, San Francisco
“Not many bars out there make you feel so welcome that even their regulars welcome you with open arms. This is one of those spots! Incredible owners, amazing selection of beers, and fantastic cocktails made with love.”
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Sports Bar · $
17 Yancy's Saloon
734 Irving Street, San Francisco
Customers’ favorites
- Pint of Guinness
“such awesome chill vibe!! jessi the bartender was super sweet and made us feel super welcome, she was holding it down even amidst the masses at puzzle night. also just love the set up of the bar, really good for groups or to find a private space if needed”
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18 Would You Believe
4652 Geary Boulevard, San Francisco
“Overall a great spot to chill w/ friends or on your own!! 👍 My BF & I have visited quite a number of times, and we love this place!”
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19 The Summer Place
801 Bush Street, San Francisco
Customers’ favorites
- Mezcal Margherita
- Brett Special
“Tony is the fantastic bartender”
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20 Li Po Cocktail Lounge
916 Grant Avenue, San Francisco
Customers’ favorites
- Bar
“A must stop when in the area. Nothing fancy, dive bar feel, but always a good time.”
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American · $$
21 Tempest Bar & Box Kitchen
2940 431 Natoma Street, San Francisco
- Take-Out
- Delivery
Customers’ favorites
- Box Burger and Garlic Parm Fries
- Potato Skins with Pork Belly
- Pork Belly Potato Skins
- Mac & Cheese Egg Rolls
“Good drinks, great atmosphere, best food!!”
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22 The 500 Club
500 Guerrero Street, San Francisco
Customers’ favorites
- Bar
“Great experience!!! Loved it m/”
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23 Flanahan's Pub
3805 Noriega Street, San Francisco
“Great old Skool bar. Bartender rocking on Spotify! good times! good drinks! Good peeps!”
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24 Toronado
547 Haight Street, San Francisco
Customers’ favorites
- Lost Abbey Cable Car
- Pint of Beer
- Beer Sausage
- Craft Beer
“What can I say about this place? Its the beer mecca of San Francisco, anything that you would want in a beer is here. Had amazing beers here time after time. Its rare that they would disappoint. Staff is very knowledgeable and can't wait to return.”
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25 El Farolito Bar
2777 Mission Street, San Francisco
Customers’ favorites
- Burrito
“best tacos 🌮🇮🇹🐍🦅 in San Francisco 🚩🏟📍49ers 🏈 maybe 🤷 😂24th street 💘”
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Bar & Grill · $$
26 Louie's Bar
55 Stevenson Street, San Francisco
- Take-Out
Customers’ favorites
- Sour Cream and Onion Popcorn
- Sweet Lou's Bangkok Wings
- Caesar Salad with Chicken
- Summer Chicken Sando
“awesome place! I highly recommend!”
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27 Happy Lounge
3745 Geary Boulevard, San Francisco
“If I could give Patty and Happy Lounge 10 stars...I would. Met some old friends here on a Friday night before heading to Night Bloom and late night dinner. But after meeting Patty and having a few rounds of beers, drinks and shots with her none of us wanted to leave...EVER! There is something special about a dive bar in the City with cheap drinks, cool vibe, pool table, darts, and a jukebox box playing 80's music...that something special is owner and bartender Patty. Patty is so warm, welcoming, and utterly candid in the most endearing way. She is the most real and adorable bartender I have ever met. She and I were instant friends...she even invited me behind the bar. Which I imagine is much like a cook letting you into her kitchen. I hear Patty used to have a Thai restaurant and still occasionally makes curry for her bar patrons. Did I tell you that Thai food is my absolute favorite food and that Thailand is my fav vacay destination? Happy Lounge is now my fav dive bar. And Patty...she's just my fave!”
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28 Pitt's Pub
4207 Judah Street, San Francisco
Customers’ favorites
- Mellow Corn
“Kati is an excellent bartender with great skills in talking to people and making drinks. As a former bar owner, I think she is the perfect person for this pub. Don't hesitate to ask Kati what her favorite drink is! It might become your favorite too.”
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29 Kozy Kar
1548 Polk Street, San Francisco
Customers’ favorites
- San Francisco CA
“Way to be different lol”
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30 Buddha Lounge
901 Grant Avenue, San Francisco
“I hit this bar anytime I’m in the area. Quirky, friendly, funny… perfect! It’s a full bar so you can get all sorts of cocktails made, or just have a bottle of Buddha beer in the green bottle. Definitely worth a stop if you’re in the area.”
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Dive Bar · $$
31 Pagoda
1704 Post Street, San Francisco
“Bartenders are all nice. Shirley is great she's my friend anyway so maybe biased. They actually have a lot of Chinese karoake songs too. My friend lives close so we go there kinda often. Always have a blast, and go home wasted after a great night haha”
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32 The Lucky Horseshoe
453 Cortland Avenue, San Francisco
Customers’ favorites
- Bourbon & Brine
“My new favorite dive bar in the city. A great blues band was playing the night we went and the atmosphere was fun and full of happiness. Excellent and creative cocktails (the Bee's Knees and the ginger cocktail are very much recommended). Service was exceptional, we'll be definitely coming back! Love this place, A+++ Parking: best to get here via ride share because parking is extremely difficult to find.”
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33 Gold Cane Cocktail Lounge
1569 Haight Street, San Francisco
“great place and the prices are even better. The owner is so nice. This is our new go to bar when we come to San Francisco. They rhave happy hour prices all the time. love the drink he made me”
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34 Mary’s on Haight
1437 Haight Street, San Francisco
“Great bar with delicious cocktails! The owner is incredibly kind and welcoming, which made the experience even better. We had a lovely time and would definitely recommend Mary’s to anyone looking for a nice place with great drinks and a friendly atmosphere!”
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35 The Geary Club
768 Geary Street, San Francisco
“Very small dive bar in the Tenderloin! So much fun…..say hi to Davy Jones……😉”
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36 Il Pirata
2007 16th Street, San Francisco
- Delivery
Customers’ favorites
- Stella Artois
“Can’t believe this place is still open!Just stopped by cause the outside light was on. Got 2 Anchor Steam beers on draft. Bartender remembers me after all these years. Beers are only $6 each!Great spot as a low key, neighborhood bar.Stop by for a chill time!”
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37 The Saloon
1232 Grant Avenue, San Francisco
Customers’ favorites
- Sierra Nevada
- Blue
“We stumbled across the Saloon bar yesterday on our first visit to San Francisco and we are so happy that we did! From the moment we stepped into the bar we were welcomed by the lovely Sharon. She was so friendly and knowledgeable about the history of the bar and San Francisco. She went out of her way to talk to us and tell us all about the entertainment that the Saloon bar is famous for. Our plans were to stay for one drink and explore more of the area, but we couldn't leave, the atmosphere, the wonderful service from Sharon and the amazingly talented band that was playing forced us to stay all day and into the evening. We would definitely recommend this bar for its phenomenally talented entertainment that they put on and the outstanding customer service from their bar staff, especially Sharon. We had an absolutely wonderful time, thank you Sharon 💜”
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38 The Peaks
1316 Castro Street, San Francisco
- Delivery
“No frills, no cliques, best cheaper drinks, 3 generations when I was there last.”
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39 St. Mary's Pub
3845 Mission Street, San Francisco
- Delivery
“I had a total blast! Very retro vibe. Amazing people.”
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40 El Rio
3158 Mission Street, San Francisco
“El Rio is such a classic SF spot. The backyard patio is honestly the best part — super spacious and perfect for dancing or just hanging with friends. The crowd was really inclusive and the energy felt like a big backyard party. Drinks were reasonably priced for SF too. Definitely a great place if you want a fun, lively night out.”
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42 Trad'r Sam
6150 Geary Boulevard, San Francisco
Customers’ favorites
- Watermelon Jolly Rancher
- Chocolate Banana
- Cotton Candy
- Scorpion
“I heard this place could be hit or miss, so I got HIT by a wide margin. Wonderful server, with a beautiful and friendly dog, amazing cocktails, and a very fun crowd. This was Monday right around their time to open. Please try this historically fascinating spot if you're in the bay, and you may find their Blue Hawaii meets your needs!”
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43 Dovre Club
1498 Valencia Street, San Francisco
“Great local and visitor’s vibe. Family experience as a local guest. Good billiards talent… I’m home from the hospital today, Dovre family.”
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44 Red Jack Saloon
131 Bay Street, San Francisco
Customers’ favorites
- Hennessy vs Shot
“Stopped in randomly, great fun vibes! HUGE shoutout to Laurie on the bar!! She was slammed and was having so much fun the whole time, taking care of everyone quickly and was super kind! Just one of those people who you can just tell cares so much and loves what she does. This was one of 6 places we went to that night and she was just on another level. The passion is seen and appreciated !”
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45 Chelsea Place
641 Bush Street, San Francisco
Customers’ favorites
- Sausage and Cheese Omelette
“This is a dimly lit bar where the night feels a little slower, the bartender is cheerful, and conversation flows as easily as the drinks. My partner ordered an Old Fashioned; I didn’t order anything but the bartender still asked if I wanted a glass of water. A small gesture, but thoughtful enough to stay with you. Across the bar, skulls tied with ribbons keep their quiet watch, surrounded by neon signs, and stickers – little fragments of other people’s nights, layered into the city’s story. It’s the kind of place where you don’t have to drink to belong. Sit for a while, trade some banter, watch the city glow through the darkness, and eventually step back out into the streets feeling just a little lighter than when you walked in - with or without a drink.”
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46 Silver Spur
1914 Irving Street, San Francisco
“Either an FML type dive or a fun place to meet friends for a drink. No in between. A souped up version of Hockey Haven on Balboa. Excellent drinks, great vodka selection and daily beer specials. A great place to watch the Niners. Solid service; love this place!”
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47 2211 Club, LLC
2211 Polk Street, San Francisco
Customers’ favorites
- Sports - All Local & Chicago Teams
- Friendly Atmosphere
- Full Service Bar
- Friendly People
“Pure dive bar. But if you're an ex-pat Chicago Bears fan, and the game is not broadcast locally in San Francisco (or even if it is), this is the place to watch the game with fellow fans. Jimmy and Danny will take care of you when they're not arguing with each other. No food, but great burritos and burgers are just a few doors away and you can bring them back to the bar. #DaBears”
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48 La Rocca's Corner
957 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco
“This is my favorite spot in the entire state! Great people, stiff drinks and the atmosphere is amazing. During your visit here you sit and talk to locals as well as tourists on holiday from all over the world. This place is a whole vibe. Each bartender has a different personality and life story. The owners are absolutely amazing! Not a better place to have a drink or 20 on the planet.”
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50 Hockey Haven
3625 Balboa Street Suite 2603, San Francisco
- Take-Out
“Found out my great grand father owned this bar 70 years ago and came in here early this afternoon and I'm so amazed how amazing the staff and customer were to me and telling me stories about the bar was an amazing experience for my 1st time. Ever I love this bar”