50 Best Sports Bars in San Francisco

“Great time!!! It was the last leg of a good 0l fashioned 5stop PUB CRAWL!!? in cow hallow. we were staying in the area at a hotel and decided to go impromptu on a Friday afternoon into the evening. All our stops were really good, butttt these guys were awesome!!! Great staff,great vibes, just the highlight of the day!!! I even bought a ? t-shirt for my wife!!!“

“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!“

“Bratwurst und sauerkraut“

“10/10 amazing establishment, staff always go above and beyond taking care of myself girlfriend and myself making it more than enjoyable, as well as great service very quick and easy making sure I can enjoy myself without the hassle of waiting ! Jaxon does exceptionally great at his job and is a stand out for me, makes this feel like more than a stop and much more as a great experience every time. Once again always 10/10“

“Nice place to watch sports“

“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!“

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

“Fine dining with candle lit atmosphere.“

“Our regular stop when in San Francisco....and our favorite St. Patrick's Day loca....“

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

“The best Bang Bang Wings and the food it out of this world! 👌🏼“

“On our honeymoon, they made us feel very special, fantastic food, outstanding service, thank you Shah for all of your attention!!“

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

“Visiting SF from L.A. heard laughing and wandered in. Friendly place. Good energy. Cash only, cheap drinks.“

“Love the sushi and D J.great food and TVs every where I really like it.“

“Great old place. I just came back from San Francisco where Yancy's is located and walking in felt like coming home. This was the place I turned 21 and now 43 years later find myself standing at the bar. Yes, it looks a little worn like a favorite old sweater and totally comfortable. The only thing missing was the Pac Man machine in the back by the big screen. I love this part of San Francisco. A nice selection of restaurants little shops and just character and charm.
If you are in San Francisco and want to check out an old neighborhood bar going to Yancy's won't disappoint you.“

“Swung by to grab a drink before Dumpling Home seating.

Lots of space, and probably more crowded than usual with the NBA finals game playing.

Can of hazy for $8-$9 was a bit on the high end, but expected with SF pricing.“

“Best place to watch am Eagles game. Felt like home. Great atmosphere and food!“

“Oakland Staple, everything is done fairly well, one block away from Pixar studios. This is what the standard should be in my opinion, (yes I said opinion if you know me I work with facts so this is big) why because they deliver exactly what they advertise so you are not misguided or get false hopes followed by disappointment, overall quite happy after eating here. Thank you“

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

“Hugo, the owner, is by far the most amazing host. The food, atmosphere, and staff are beyond A1. Highly recommend to any family, romance, or friend gathering.

Try anything on the menu ( it will not miss) especially the french dip.“

“The grilled salmon is spectacular!“

“I didn't eat the food because you don't go to this bar to eat. Go for the amazing sports experience, the great service and whatever drink you want. Even when the place gets packed you still feel like you're in the place you want to be and the bottom line is this place is great.“

“Fantastic food, friendly waitstaff and live music on the weekend. You won’t be disappointed! Great place to bring the whole family.“

“Great pub! Great staff! I really enjoyed the shepherds pie. They have Powers!“

“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.“

“Can’t beat the rustic atmosphere and the bartender was very friendly and informative.“

“We had Rompiballe Sandwich and The Milanese Sandwich. Our favorite one was The Milanese Sandwich even if both sandwiches were very tasty. It was very fresh and we liked the harmony of ingredients. Service was fast and we didn’t have a difficulty finding a table. I felt like I was in a nice sandwich shop in Firenze. Thank you!“

“Excellent service! And delicious cocktails and draft beer!“

“Incredible place with a HUGE tap list!“

“This is our 1st time to San Francisco from from Washington and were able to watch the Seahawks game among all the other games with a great crowd of football fans! Food and service was amazing especially during such a crowded busy time!!! Thank you!!!“

“Comfortable Like a well worn pair of shoes“

“I visited the Giants Lounge this past weekend and had such a wonderful experience. The service was excellent and the food was great. I had the crab sandwich on sourdough bread, it was fresh and delicious! Will helped me choose a dish and his suggestion exceeded my expectation. The staff checked up on me regularly and were genuinely nice. I’ll definitely be coming back. Service is a 10/10!“

“Bus Stop keeps the Cow Hollow bar spirit alive with a twist. It’s been around since 1900. New owners Joseph Wallace and Robert Lemons took over in 2021, ending four generations of family ownership by the Ferroni family. These days it’s still packed with the usual TVs for sports, pool table, wall-to-wall beer taps behind the bar, and free popcorn for late-night regulars. The bar is famous nationally for how much Fernet-Branca it sells, reportedly more bottles per year than any other bar in America. “

“Such a cool and chill spot.“

“Great spot. It’s a local gem.“

“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.“

“Love Foghorn on Balboa! It's my husband and I's favorite spot to go to after work to grab beer and a bite to eat. The craft beer list always has great options and if you're a chicken fan, this place is for you. Their chicken sandwich, wings and tenders are so delicious! They also have Nashville options if you're looking for some heat. The atmosphere is awesome, it's a casual, laid back spot thats good for groups, bringing kids, and/or just grabbing a cold one with a buddy!“

“Great bartender! Megan I believe! Thanks“

“Best Irish coffee in San Francisco and the three Sullivan s are the kindest nicest bartenders in the country 😎😎🍀🇺🇸“

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

“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.“

“#AmazingBar #HiTopsSanFrancisco 🥰“

“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.“

“Home for relaxation and heart breaking last minute goal“

“Wonderfrul Dubliner bar....so glad it's here on 24th St. !!“

“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.“

“This place is not what I was expecting. Chug Pub has got awesome 49ers memorabilia on the walls, as a 9ers fan I can really appreciate this. This would be a great bar to go and watch 49ers games at. The bartender was super friendly he bought a round of tequila and there were three of us. Not sure why he did this but it worked because we came back later and drank some more! The food is some of the best Mexican food I have ever had and I am not exaggerating. We ordered the nachos with tinga, if you dont know what tinga is its mexican bbq and it is a must try. The chips in the nachos were some the best I have ever had, I love my chips on the well done side almost burnt and thats how these chips came. I loved it! When we came back later I ordered a California burrito and it was hands down the best California burrito I have ever had. I live an hour away and I plan on going back on a Sunday to have some drinks, eat amazing Mexican food and watch some 49er games. The bathrooms arent the best but everything else makes up for it.“

“Awesome spot we dropped into. Nick was an awesome bartender! Very easy going place. Drink prices were reasonable. Seemed like a local spot. Good conversation all around. Nice place to meet locals and make new friends. The bar has been there for a while. Nice place to watch sports. Food is not served here. But Nick kindly gave suggestions for local places to visit! You need to drop in!“

“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.“