Omg, first of all, I love bars that are innovative, ESPECIALLY if it's Asian themed drinks! The…read moreBlind Pig is If not more! Our bartender, Andrew, The Wild Pig's Flights is very cheerful and is one of the best bartender I've ever met! ADHD on steroids, in a good way! Love the decor with all the monkey king and piggies! My first drink was The Sticky Rice (secret menu #3) and it has Whiskey in it and I'm not a whiskey gal but it was delicious! The pandan flavors were a surprising finish! I almost just finish the finish the Hi-Chew for pig (secret menu #6) was very very refreshing! Slightly creamy in a good way (giggity) For someone who hates Gin, it was flavorful and easy to drink! Piggy - light, easy to drink. You get the dill taste first then the cucumber and a small hint of bitter melon at the end. It really stimulates my adhd brain Pineapple bun - a little sweet and citrusy. The coconut whipped cream on top was a perfect topper! I never thought I would taste these type of flavors in a cocktail! Definitely a must when coming to SF every time now!

Out of all the speakeasy's, this one is my favorite. If you're looking for bar to lay low, relax,…read moreand slow down a bit to unwind, this is the spot right here. Embarrassingly enough, we didn't realize that this was speakeasy so we tried opening the door.. left but still curious so did more research while we were at another bar. The code is on instagram! Returned and it was the best decision because now we're looking forward to go back! Sat at the bar, had some recommendations from the bartender and the drinks were spot on. A very unique cocktail menu you cannot find anywhere else so it's really worth checking out! My favorite was the Hot & Sour and probably favorite drink ever. I could order that a thousand times over. I'm not exactly sure how busy the weekend gets but going on a Thursday night was chill. A little too chill.. we started getting tired.. a drink, dim lights, slow music.. it was fitting for a weekday night actually. It was a good experience. Can't wait to try the rest of their cocktail menu!

update: loved my second visit -- the host was fun and friendly, and we got trinkets in return this…read moretime the food was also amazing and we enjoyed all the dishes we ordered, especially the spanish omelette, hanger steak, and octopus. they don't have an liquor license so their cocktails don't contain liquor only liqueur, and don't taste as strong. our bartender was really sweet and recommended us great options. she even brought me a little lamp when she saw me trying to take pictures with flash!

The Pawn Shop is one of the coolest speakeasy experiences ever. From the moment you walk in, it…read morefeels like a real pawn shop - filled with precarious things, creepy decor, and organized chaos. The host was hilarious, friendly, and just the right amount of sassy. To get in, they asked if we had anything to pawn. We were caught completely off guard! So here's your heads-up: bring something small to 'pawn' if you want to fully enjoy the experience. We didn't have reservations, but since there were only two of us, they were able to squeeze us in for an hour, which was plenty of time to enjoy the food and drinks. I was pleasantly surprised to find orange wine on the menu. Coming from Oregon where it's everywhere, I didn't realize it was harder to find in the bay. Now for the food: do not leave without ordering the octopus. It was incredibly tender and perfectly cooked. Easily the standout dish of the night! We also had the salmon roe over eggs, which was fresh and light. The only thing I'd skip next time is the 'charcuterie board'. For the price, it felt underwhelming with just a few slices of bread, cheese, and cured meat. The influencers were right - this place absolutely lives up to the hype. Come for the immersive speakeasy experience, stay for the food, and definitely make a reservation if you can!

Hidden two floors below China Live Restaurant on Broadway Street is an entertainment space called…read moreThe Speakeasy (also the Palace Theater). I went to see a show " Italiani Veri "  last night. Fabulous cabaret-type show with performer Arianna. She's a true (veri) Italian from Milan who sang, danced and explained Italian culture as part of the entertainment. She has an amazing voice! She could have been a finalist at the San Remo Music Festival - the most famous singing festival in Italy. She fessed up saying she had been an Italian Mouseketeer! The venue has a bar/lounge to enjoy cocktails then a few steps down further is the theater. You need to be mobile since there are a lot of steps. Seating is first come-first serve. I have to admit that seating is quite tight. You are shoulder to shoulder with your neighbors. Get cozy folks. They typically have magic shows here! If you want to see a historic night club, this would be the venue to come to and enjoy a show. Italiani Veri show was a real treat! Highly recommend it!

My hubby and I had an amazing time!…read more We attended the 8P show for: We Call It Jazz, A Journey to The Heart of New Orleans. I bought our tickets through FEVER and got the rail seating. Very good view From entering to sitting down, we were well taken care of I had bought two tickets online but when checking in, it only showed one- I pulled up my ticket and the usher at the front quickly apologized and got us situated I really appreciate the quickness Everyone was super friendly We stopped by the bar before the show started and got some drinks Music was spectacular One of the best live shows I've got to experienced Definitely made me want to check out their other events 10/10 phenomenal!

Services was impressive, from both the hostess & our server. Ambiance is top notch! Music &…read moreconversations! Definitely did not check my email for the secret word of the day missed out on that experience. But of course I had a reservation. Drinks were very good! What an extensive cocktail menu!

Checked out this speakeasy while in SF last year. It wasn't too hard to find and I think my friend…read morewas able to make reservations. There was another room, so it was a bit confusing, but I think that one was for dining. The bartender wasn't too friendly at first, but warmed up after a few minutes. He was able to make some refreshing mocktails! The vibe here is dark and moody. The main decor is just the bookshelves. Worth a try if you're in the area!

The vibe of left door is really nice inside. There's sit down tables and also a bar area. The…read moreservice is really good here. I wish the vegetarian options for food were better. I tried the mushroom pate and did not like it. The flavor and consistency was not great. The charcuterie cheeses were good but the bread did not go with it very well. The tempura was done well but I think the vegetables they use for it should be different.The drinks are pretty good and unique. Best to make a reservation as it can get crowded.

Love this speakeasy! What looks as an unsuspecting left door of an apartment complex turns into a…read moregroovy lounge full of beautiful art. The cocktails are delicious, and the staff is super friendly and welcoming. I especially like their margaritas. The food is more on the small bites/shareables side, but the presentation is lovely. Food: 7/10 Drinks: 10/10 Service: 10/10 Ambiance: 10/10

persona is a really great bar to drink at.. the vibe and ambience is immaculate ! The bartender…read morewas very insightful and made me an excellent drink ! I high recommend coming here for date nights if your looking for a Good vibe !

Always a great experience at Persona in San Francisco! Things haven't changed from three years…read moreago. The atmosphere is a vibe. Definitely a spot I'd recommend if you're looking for a fun night out in the city. Shoutout to Dragos for the quality service.

Behind the frosted window of a shady Private Detective Agency in San Francisco lies a cocktail…read moreparadise. Wilson & Wilson is one of the most secretive speakeasies we've ever been to. If you figure out how to gain entry, the hostess at Bourbon & Branch--which is also a speakeasy--will open a bookshelf and let you in. Once inside, the atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, and the service is excellent. This is the kind of place where the person next to you at the bar is guaranteed to be an interesting character. Their menu features well-crafted and exciting cocktails, and we especially enjoyed the Pinkerton, made with bourbon, coffee, orange, and tobacco bitters. But above all, we got the best version of our test drink ever! Not only will we be back (again), but we recommend a visit to all cocktail enthusiasts!

If I could, it'd be 1 star for the lousy bartender and 5 stars for the venue & drinks. We wanted a…read morespecial night out last Saturday and hoofed it to SF for drinks at Wilson & Wilson around 6ish, having enjoyed being there on a few previous occasions. Our bartender had all the personality of plain oatmeal, making for a pretty lame start to a lousier experience. It took 25 minutes for him to bother taking our order into an hour-long reservation because he was so occupied with the couple at the other end of the bar, but not before arriving with a drink we hadn't ordered. We momentarily thought it was a compensatory drink for the lousy service, but, no, he just awkwardly swooped it off the counter to deliver to the lucky soul who wasn't still waiting to order. We had to wave him down for a second order - because attentive he was not - which he he'd then proceed to screw up. It quite sucked compared to every other time we've been, and, while we can't get our time or experience back, can we at least get a refund?

the dementors by the bathroom are scary but besides that it's pretty chill fire espresso martiniread more

I have to say, I didn't have the highest expectations, particularly for the menu, but was…read morepleasantly surprised with the food quality, creativeness and overall ambience. The first thing I realized was that this isn't an official Harry Potter establishment - some intellectual property barriers force them to post generic pictures of wizards and people who sort of look like HP characters, a bunch of floating candles and flying dragons on the huge LED ceiling screen, although they do make a reference to the Ministry of Magic in the washrooms. Anyways, the food is the clear star of the show.... Mandrake Flower Pot Hummus Butternut squash, chick peas, paprika with veggie crudite - enough to whet the appetite of four muggles. There's plenty of hummus in a long coffee cup container. Deviled Dragon Eggs Four half-eggs, with different color dyes... a little like a high school project, but not bad either. The yolk is green because they've made it guacamole, with pickled jalapeno (they probably need more), and cilantro. Golden Arancini A play on the golden snitch - cirspy, parmesan dusted rice balls with house tomato sauce. Sorta like mac n cheese balls, except with rice - well crisped on the outer shell... quite yummy! Sorcerer's Salad Little gem, cabbage, mint, cilantro, furikake, avocado, and sesame dressing. Like the Arancini, it's mouthwatering, and a guiltless treat... easy to share and well portioned.. Great Hall Feast Hand cut ribeye, chargrilled broccolini, duchess potatoes. A little reminiscient of those rennaisance fair events, but delicious - they actually prepared it medium rare. Broccolini okay and mashed potatoes meh. Fireside Pot Pie Impressive presentation with the domed baked top, but the inside was more like a chicken chowder - very watery, and difficult to share. Flavors are there, however. Shepherd's Pie Ground beef, pork blend, farm vegetables, whipped potatoes, baked then topeed with crisped curled potatoes and garlic. Mouthwatering! It's served in a wide bowl, so it was a few minutes before we realized what it was. This one was my favorite! We also had the Creme Incendio and Florean's Ice Cream Sandwich - both excellent! This is a definite must stop again - because I need to try the Pretzel Wands and then Kapfoot's Fish and Chips. And finally, oh, what imaginative cocktails.... That's all...

While my most recent visit wasn't as memorable as previous visits Local Edition is still a…read morefantastic place for craft cocktails and live music. I have been a few times and the wonderful times I have had before is what took me back in February on my last visit to the Bay Area. They offer live music in music and old school speak easy vibes. I will say the espresso martini was not as good as I remember from my previous visits as it was too sweet which of course could have been our fault since bartender heard us talking about how my friend liked his drinks sweet. All in all a great night out with friends or even a date spot when live music is on.

Great place for live jazz. Acoustics are good, and the sound system is OK…read more No food; they put a lot of focus on drinks. Here's the drink run-down: 5/5: Under market: Lillet Blanc spritzer $15. 4: Rosebud; a grapefruit French 75 $16 4: Dublin Down: Great sour with Irish Whiskey. $16 3: Aldo Nido N/A. good NA but heavy on the juice. 3: Ava Gardner. Lots of ginger heat. $16 3: Brass check: An OK Bourbon sour. $15 2: Silver mirror. An OK take on a martini. 2: Cynthia's Pearls. Generic cinnamon flavor. $15

Cold Drinks Bar honestly surprised me! I came here after dinner for a nightcap and I really enjoyed…read moreit. It's lowkey but stylish and the drinks are actually affordable. I like the lounge style seating, there were couches, nooks, and chairs arranged in a very comfortable fashion. There were a decent amount of people inside for a Thursday night, mostly small groups of friends or people on dates. It's a really nice atmosphere, very relaxed and inviting to hangout in. Friendly bartender and good cocktail menu, they also have a kitchen for small bites. I am definitely coming back!

**you may need a reservation !!…read more We were so lucky to get in for 2 and then 4. Kinda confusing us to where you enter, you go upstairs to get in to this place. Server, was ok,, no clue of his name. I have the Oaxaca princess, and hubby had the old fashion (sometimes) Really nice place for cocktails!!!