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155 Columbus Ave., San Francisco 94133

Comstock Saloon

The name of this old-timey drinking den pays tribute to fabled 19th-century California silver miner Henry Comstock. Following that theme, the "saloon" is decked out with charred hardwood floors, gi... read more

1560 Powell St., San Francisco 94133
415-397-0577

Northstar Cafe

Local bar for locals looking to get local with one another. Gets packed when big games come up on the TVs, but otherwise manageable (long happy hours keep the regulars coming). Hipsters displaced b... read more

15 Romolo Pl., San Francisco 94133
415-398-1359

15 Romolo

Recently reborn, classy cocktail bar is tucked away in an alley around the corner from some of the nastiest strip clubs in the city (which we know nothing about…). Moustachio’d bartend... read more

1025 Columbus Ave., San Francisco
415-474-0365

Bimbo’s 365 Club

Top-flight indie, soul and jazz acts in swanked-out venue full of old-school character and devoid of attitude. Glamorous 1931 mainstay where Rita Hayworth once kicked up her gams, now host to Super... read more

1402 Grant Ave., San Francisco
415-271-5760

Magnet

There’s only so many things you can do with sake and soju, and these guys have figured out every last one of them. Sleek decor, snug space, mysterious Russian owners lend an air of danger and possi... read more

714 Montgomery St., San Francisco
415-434-4204

Bubble Lounge

First you gotta learn how to pronounce Veuve Clicquot correctly to join the pretty people posse at this Financial District bubbles bar. Get presentable, then drive your beemer to the ATM and get tw... read more

622 Green Street, San Francisco 94133
415-989-6222

O'Reilly's Irish Pub & Restaurant

Little piece of Ireland dropped in the center of North Beach. Cool mural of famous Irish writers along the back wall, they pour a nice pint. Food isn't great but the corned beef quesadillas are an ... read more

256 Columbus Ave., San Francisco 94133
415-291-8255

Jazz at Pearl’s

Storied North Beach supper club with sexy 1930s vibe rescued from oblivion and better than ever. Serious jazz lovers here—that means no talking over the music. Cozy at 25 tables so buy tickets in a... read more

255 Columbus Ave., San Francisco
415-362-3370

Vesuvio Caffe

Share a table with the spirit of Kerouac. Legendary Beat Generation watering hole that’s retained its soul. Tourists come and go; neighborhood insiders make the place what it is. Knock back a beer ... read more

493 Broadway St., San Francisco
415-788-2706

Fuse

North Beach watering hole and DJ spot known for tiny yet inviting dance floor. More of Mission vibe than typical North Beach. Friendly bartenders ply you with potent creations like the Cucumber Cos... read more

1232 Grant Ave., San Francisco
415-989-7666

The Saloon

Still delightfully sleazy after all these years. San Francisco’s oldest drinkery, an authentic gold rush survivor closing in on 150 years of infamy. Regulars of this whisky ’n’ blues joint wear the... read more

12 Adler St., San Francisco
415-421-4112

Specs’

Dark, beatniky, root-cellar feel. Part bar, part maritime museum. Check the ‘tude at the door (if you can find it) or you might get the boot. Earnest youngsters and red-eyed alcoholics mingle with ... read more

1534 Stockton St., San Francisco
415-693-0990

Tony Niks

Updated retro-classy juke joint the Rat Pack would have loved. Snag a seat at the long bar or hustle into a back table and commence conspiratorial mutterings. Cocktail-friendly bartenders pour drin... read more

1033 Kearny St., San Francisco 94133
415-391-3991

Lusty Lady

Home of the world's first Exotic Dancer's Union, the Lusty Lady's licentious biz is feel-good Frisco with its self-empowered all-nude dancers performing for your viewing pleasure behind the glass.&... read more