50 Best Sports Bars in San Francisco

“Nice place to watch sports“

“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.“

“Excelente ambiente y todo el personal Excel te de calidad 💯💯“

“Favourite neighbourhood bar!“

“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!!!“

“#AmazingBar #HiTopsSanFrancisco 🥰“

“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.“

“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.“

“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“

“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.“

“This was a great find as we were looking to eat dinner at The Bird but it was closed.. Turns out they serve the same food one door over after the restaurant closes, but in a bar instead. The place was great, servers were friendly, and there was enough seating. The music was a bit loud for our taste, but bearable for a short while. It was a bar after all. So glad we found this spot.

Parking: Difficult to find parking in Hayes valley at all times, avoid driving if you can“

“Fine dining with candle lit atmosphere.“

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

“Good selection of draft beers and an excellent food menu. Not your average sud slinging pub, you won’t be disappointed after frequenting this establishment.“

“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!“

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

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

“It was a quiet Tuesday evening and this beautiful space was not busy at all. So we had great personalized attention and insight into the menu from our kind server. I understand that the Brixton can have a packed-to-the-walls weekend crowd, but I am glad we had a calmer experience. The array of appetizers we selected for a mix-and-match approach to our meal were eclectic blends of culture, flavors, and preparation styles- all done really well! I had a zero-alcohol housemade, shrub-based mocktail- totally going to have that one again! So freshing and allowed me to drive home safely!“

“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.“

“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!!“

“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.“

“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“

“Such a cool and chill spot.“

“The food was awesome 😋😋 The atmosphere was good 👍👍“

“The grilled salmon is spectacular!“

“I always get the baja style fried fish tacos Nick's way. Had some friends try them last night, and everybody thought they were incredible. I personally also add their habanero salsa which you'll have to request for if you like that much heat. Their house margaritas are the perfect accompaniment. The staff is all great. It's generally busy every time I'm there but luckily I've never had to wait very long for a table (that might just be luck).“

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

“Great vibe. Friendly staff. Good food.“

“Nice neighborhood sports bar, right across the street from the Roxie theater. Long bar seating on one side, tables on the other. Lots of TVs, 24 beer taps (only about 16 in use at my visit), decent back bar selection, and even a good choice of rums. Good sized wings with great buffalo sauce, mozz sticks could be better, but are ok. Food prices are a little high.“

“The bar was really empty. It had a cool vibe to it but it was dead. Thankfully for the bars sake, Jaime was working. She was one of the best bartenders I've ever met. If it weren't for her I don't think I would have stayed for more than one drink. Thank you Jaime for all of your amazing service and advice on things to do while in town.“

“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“

“My favorite spot to play pool. The bartenders are nice and drinks are great. The atmosphere is always fun and energetic. Several players with good skill level show up here. Weekends get fairly crowded and fun. The pool tables are really nice. They have Diamond brand tables, 8 ft, which they maintain fairly nicely.“

“This restaurant has been my favorite ever since I was a small child. My favorite part is the delightful fried ice cream as the finishing piece. The only thing that was slightly concerning was the service in Covid. Thankfully that has been improved greatly. Thank you Celias by the Beach!“

“Had a couple of beers here and some food. Ordered at the bar and went outside for food. Food arrived quickly but the fish was not very hot considering it was freshly deep fried. Chips mediocre. Service once food ordered non existent for me. No server checked on food during eating. Wasn’t very busy during visit. Nice outdoor area.“

“Yousoof was amazing.,, LOVED HIS SERVICE…absolutely incredible.., felt so catered to and cared for.. very grateful for his time and energy., in making my visit .. more then a visit to Bourbon pub., it was an experience., of client satisfaction!!
Lynne L“

“I always love waiting in Finnegan's Wake for our table at Zazie's. They are always friendly and make a killer Irish coffee.“

“Bratwurst und sauerkraut“

“What could have been a less-than-pleasant review has turned into a 4/5 stars for me thanks to one of the co-owners jumping in to take care of us. It was 1pm on a Saturday, we came in the server working told me to order at the bar if I wanted to sit outside. He didn't bother to mention that they're only serving the brunch menu and the hard copy menu I grabbed from a table didn't have dates/times specified for service hours. Turns out they're ONLY serving brunch at 1pm... and NONE of the items we wanted (including my starving toddler) were available. I'm super appreciative of the co-owner who followed us outside and offered to check in with the chef about food options. The kitchen made my kiddo mac 'n' cheese and salmon tacos, saving my sanity.

This was completely unexpected and changed my perception of the restaurant. I'll be coming back, this time when they're serving the lunch/dinner menu so we can try everything else we wanted.

Seating isn't great for kids who aren't tall enough for bar stools. There was one standard height table in the parklet and one inside.“

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

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

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

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

“Great bartender! Megan I believe! Thanks“

“This bar is so cool! The Bartenders are so nice and make awesome drinks and and awesome kitchen! I tried one of their burgers my first time there and it was awesome! I like to go on Sundays when they have a karaoke crew come in! I always have fun coming out and meeting new and more people to sing with!“

“We were there on a layover and happened upon this restaurant. First of all our waitress was very attentive and thorough. Eve was there with extra napkins and pates. She was on the ball. Pun intended! I had clam chowder and a few margaritas while there. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was fun. I recommend SF Giants clubhouse to travelers in SFO enjoy.“

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

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

“Great service . Good drinks.“