Fun gay bar that does largely top forty. Good for tourists because the dj set is shockingly similar every night you go. It has a good outside area that can be used to cool down after you are dancing. The patio can be a bit heavy in smoking
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
Yves Cornaz-Tranphuoc
Cheap drinks in a relaxed atmosphere. A neighborhood classic.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brian McConnell
Great neighborhood bar in the Castro w karaoke on Tuesdays and trivia on Wednesdays
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Alex Merenkov
Disappointed and Frustrated
It’s hard to say when—or if—I’ll return to Toad Hall. The back patio was absolutely saturated with cigarette and weed smoke, despite clear signage prohibiting it. The bar not only failed to enforce its own rules, but actually enabled the behavior by providing ashtrays throughout the space.
As someone with asthma, I had to choose between spending time with my friends or protecting my health. Even though none of us smoke, we were surrounded by people who did, and we left with headaches and irritated lungs.
It’s genuinely disheartening that in 2025, being in a queer space still means tolerating harmful smoke. LGBTQ+ bars should be sanctuaries—not places where we have to compromise our health just to belong.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
Basil Sabah
I normally don’t leave reviews, but I feel this one is necessary.
I paid $10 to get into this bar and was just enjoying myself — sober, dancing alone, not bothering anyone. About 20 minutes in, out of nowhere, one of the staff came up and asked me to leave. No explanation, no warning, nothing. Meanwhile, the place was packed and pretty rowdy, but for some reason I was the one singled out.
I didn’t argue — I just left. But it felt completely unfair and unprofessional. If there was a reason, they never told me. It honestly ruined my night.
Would not recommend this place to anyone looking for a respectful or welcoming environment. Save your money and go somewhere that treats paying customers with basic decency.
Garry P
Great friendly service and happy hour! We will be back 😊
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
Bryce Budd
Came on Karaoke night and really enjoyed the drinks atmosphere and patio!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Jason Chimeddorj
The bar itself is decent, but I’m giving one star due to repeated negative interactions with one of their DJs, DJ AKI. On two separate occasions, I attempted to request a song, specifically on their designated “request a song” day, and both times he was inexplicably rude and dismissive. I approached respectfully and was not intoxicated or disruptive. It’s unfortunate that someone representing the venue chooses to behave this way, and even more disappointing that management continues to employ him despite this conduct.
Service: 1
Arturo Moroyoqui
Yikes, never going there again. The tall, white bartender threatened to knock me out because we had to use the bathroom. He got mad I’m poor and wasn’t able to give him a tip this time so he started to kick my party of 4 out, which eventually led to the preceding sentences.
Just nasty, stank attitude with no room for understanding human circumstances like needing to use the restroom.
Staff is amazing, but I only drink beers because their drinks are not castro drinks if you understand what I'm saying.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Raymond Lind
We visited this busy bar on a brief trip to San Francisco. We found it to have a very Sydney, Australia 1990’s vibe. Since that’s where we are from, that’s cool, but surprising.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Jose Romero Betancourt
Amazing staff! One of the best places to get a drink and not expensive. Jack and the staff there are one of a kind. Thank you for your service in the Castro community.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mark Figueroa
Inside/outside seating. Staff is quick, great happy hour too!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Daniel Flint
Not a good place to go if you're a furry or a pup. They literally will harass you to not wear your suit/gear and security will be very rude about it. Will not return. I'd advise the same for my furry and pup friends. Total party killer this bar is.
Fun gay bar that does largely top forty. Good for tourists because the dj set is shockingly similar every night you go. It has a good outside area that can be used to cool down after you are dancing. The patio can be a bit heavy in smoking
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
Cheap drinks in a relaxed atmosphere. A neighborhood classic.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great neighborhood bar in the Castro w karaoke on Tuesdays and trivia on Wednesdays
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Disappointed and Frustrated
It’s hard to say when—or if—I’ll return to Toad Hall. The back patio was absolutely saturated with cigarette and weed smoke, despite clear signage prohibiting it. The bar not only failed to enforce its own rules, but actually enabled the behavior by providing ashtrays throughout the space.
As someone with asthma, I had to choose between spending time with my friends or protecting my health. Even though none of us smoke, we were surrounded by people who did, and we left with headaches and irritated lungs.
It’s genuinely disheartening that in 2025, being in a queer space still means tolerating harmful smoke. LGBTQ+ bars should be sanctuaries—not places where we have to compromise our health just to belong.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
I normally don’t leave reviews, but I feel this one is necessary.
I paid $10 to get into this bar and was just enjoying myself — sober, dancing alone, not bothering anyone. About 20 minutes in, out of nowhere, one of the staff came up and asked me to leave. No explanation, no warning, nothing. Meanwhile, the place was packed and pretty rowdy, but for some reason I was the one singled out.
I didn’t argue — I just left. But it felt completely unfair and unprofessional. If there was a reason, they never told me. It honestly ruined my night.
Would not recommend this place to anyone looking for a respectful or welcoming environment. Save your money and go somewhere that treats paying customers with basic decency.
Great friendly service and happy hour! We will be back 😊
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
Came on Karaoke night and really enjoyed the drinks atmosphere and patio!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
The bar itself is decent, but I’m giving one star due to repeated negative interactions with one of their DJs, DJ AKI. On two separate occasions, I attempted to request a song, specifically on their designated “request a song” day, and both times he was inexplicably rude and dismissive. I approached respectfully and was not intoxicated or disruptive. It’s unfortunate that someone representing the venue chooses to behave this way, and even more disappointing that management continues to employ him despite this conduct.
Service: 1
Yikes, never going there again. The tall, white bartender threatened to knock me out because we had to use the bathroom. He got mad I’m poor and wasn’t able to give him a tip this time so he started to kick my party of 4 out, which eventually led to the preceding sentences.
Just nasty, stank attitude with no room for understanding human circumstances like needing to use the restroom.
Service: 1
John. Very rude.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
Staff is amazing, but I only drink beers because their drinks are not castro drinks if you understand what I'm saying.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
We visited this busy bar on a brief trip to San Francisco. We found it to have a very Sydney, Australia 1990’s vibe. Since that’s where we are from, that’s cool, but surprising.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
Amazing staff! One of the best places to get a drink and not expensive. Jack and the staff there are one of a kind. Thank you for your service in the Castro community.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Inside/outside seating. Staff is quick, great happy hour too!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Not a good place to go if you're a furry or a pup. They literally will harass you to not wear your suit/gear and security will be very rude about it. Will not return. I'd advise the same for my furry and pup friends. Total party killer this bar is.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
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