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    Bar49

    4.0 (59 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Their chicken tenders moist and crunchy!   Martini madness
    Frank T.

    Great atmosphere even better food and drinks Turned my Thirsty Thursday into a Martini Thursday!

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    Ed U.

    This triangular piece of prime commercial real estate has seen a worrying rotation of eateries try and fail to make a go of it since the dependably greasy 24/7 Bagdad Cafe shuddered its doors in 2011 (review: https://yelp.to/14V00U670z). Some like Criolla Kitchen and Castro Republic were valiant efforts that couldn't maintain a foothold on this corner. Others cafes and taquerias I can't even remember. I have more optimism this time because owner Colm O'Brien has been a co-manager at Hi-Tops (review: https://yelp.to/v1ShlJpRKl) and appears to get what the neighborhood wants versus what someone else thinks what the Castro needs. It's in soft opening now, and I stepped in based on a recommendation I received from Eric at Lookout across the street (review: https://yelp.to/eRRyXSJ6yk). I sat at the bar and was immediately greeted by both the server and the manager. The libations are primarily beer and wine, though I decided to order the $13 Frozen Margarita from the This & That menu. I was informed they used agave rather than tequila, which was fine by me since I just had a slushie at Lookout. It was quite refreshing with a soothing kick (photo: https://yelp.to/O3ot5EhuB3). I also wanted to try something off their food menu, so I ordered the $13 Bar49 Salad, a fresh mix of butter lettuce, tomato, cucumber, chickpeas, olive, bits of cheddar, and egg. It was a bit drenched with their creamy house vinaigrette, but I still liked it (photo: https://yelp.to/DO9DCbUfK9). They have fish & chips and corned beef & cabbage among other pub fare, so I'll need to come back for that. FOOD / DRINK - 4 stars...good start on the menu, the margarita worked fine with the agave AMBIANCE - 4 stars...nice, chill vibe SERVICE - 4.5 stars...super attentive TOTAL - 4 stars...hoping this one survives and thrives RELATED - Exploring the Castro? Here's my collection of places I've patronized and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2HrpFPC

    Corned beef sliders with steak fries
    John V.

    Had a fantastic time at this very welcomed new eatery in the Castro. Thinking of a place to eat at in the Castro has always been alittle tricky but this may very well be a new "go to" place for me. Our attentive server had positive energy and the space was full of sunlight with floor to ceiling windows. There was a variety of seating from low tables to high tops to the bar and bar seating along the windows filled with patrons which made the place feel vibrant and alive. The food was great and menu well curated. Had corned beef sliders with steak fries. Each fry had great crispy texture and was well seasoned, no mushy bland stray fries here. The sliders were a perfect size when wanting something snacky/not too filling and especially if pairing it with carby beer. The corned beef was sliced thick and was juicy. There are big plates available as well, will have to try them next time.

    Fish and Chips - pretty legit!
    George S.

    Many things to love about Bar49, great new addition to the neighborhood with fun vibes and solid food! - Welcoming, friendly and efficient staff made me feel taken care of. - Athletic Brewing on draft, plus many other NA options! As a former drinker, having an NA beer on draft makes a big difference to feeling comfortable in a bar. (Beer and wine only for now but I overheard the bartender say there's spirits coming.) - Loved the fish and chips, the peas and coleslaw were also pretty good (and I'm from London!).

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    Joe R.

    Basically I'm rating the food at this point because I'm not really a drinker per se other than the Arnold Palmer I had which was excellent . The tea and the lemonade in Arnold Palmer, where it struck a nice balance they did not seem overly processed and the tea had a fresh flavor to it, which is always nice. I ordered the chicken fingers and they were so perfectly deep-fried, it was a treat to eat something. We also got the brussels sprout salad which was a crowd pleaser, and then the shepherds pie, and the sliders. We gobbled up everything and we enjoyed it absolutely Under good company and a nice relaxed atmosphere. At this place you order upfront everything is casual and friendly. They do have a large choice of beers my friends that accompanied me had the frose and frozen margarita. This bar it has great windows where you can watch people go by. It's very central located in the Castro on Market St, this is starting to get a following so a place to keep an eye on for sure.

    Chicken tender wrap

    Service was great, vibe was calm but also fun. Get the chicken tender wrap, it was so fresh and tasted so good!!!

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    Great food and drinks and the wait staff is incredible! The owners are also some pretty cool dudes!! Check it out!!!

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    Service was great. Atmosphere was fine. Satff were nice. Generally I had a pleasant experience here.

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    Hi Hat - Whole Pepperoni Pizza

    Hi Hat

    4.6(94 reviews)
    1.2 miMission
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Free WiFi

    Amazing pizza place in the Mission! Came here on a Friday night with a large party (7 people),…read morewaited ~30 mins for a table. The pizza took a while to come out, but every trying was very fresh and piping hot. Restaurant felt very cozy and staff were friendly. Spicy vodka pizza: my favorite out of the ones we ordered. Super flavorful and refreshing. The cheese and sauce was delicious! Mushroom pizza: this one was also delicious. Would highly recommend if you're a mushroom lover. Had a very unique and mushroom-forward flavor Pesto pizza: this was also great but I would skip next time. The pesto made the pizza very oily and there was not too much flavor other than the pesto

    First time trying Hi Hat Pizza. The place was super packed, but I kind of expected that on a Sunday…read morenight. They had a couple of slices available, so we tried the pepperoni and cheese. Overall, the pizza was good. My only complaint is that they put a little too much Parmesan on top for my taste since I'm not really a parm person. I found this place through Barstool Pizza Review, so I definitely wanted to give it a shot. I'd give it a solid 4.5-5 stars. I've been trying different pizza spots all day, and I wouldn't say this was the best one I had, but it definitely wasn't the worst either. It was just a good, solid pizza. Next time I'll ask for no Parmesan, and I think that could easily make it a 5-star experience for me. Service was okay. It seemed like they were mostly set up for dine-in, and since there really wasn't anywhere for us to sit, we felt a little rushed. The lady who helped us was very nice, and the gentleman who handed us the pizza was nice as well. The place has a cool neighborhood feel and looks like they may be doing some construction or improvements right now. I posted a few pictures, and I definitely want to come back one more time, sit down, and give it another try.

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    Hi Hat - Bar--beer, wine, order food and enjoy a great atmosphere.

    Bar--beer, wine, order food and enjoy a great atmosphere.

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    Dropping vinyl on Saturday nights by Mr.Matias

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    Wizards & Wands

    4.1(256 reviews)
    2.5 miMarina/Cow Hollow

    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...

    This place completely transforms as you walk in. Whisking you away from Lombard street to a fantasy…read morespace. Lights are doing a lot of the decorating here. Dark floors with orange light segments. Starry and galaxy ceilings. And uncanny valley looks like AI art along the walls that have some movement to them like the portraits in the wizarding world of harry potter. I guess moving portraits being magical may become a thing of the past. Your experience is also enhanced from various music options and dragons soaring overhead. They have a variety of cocktails to choose from. We opted for the wizards brew because it seemed the closest to butter beer. It is sweet like dessert and served on the rocks. It is quite good but not something I could drink two of. Not a cozy warm drink. We also tried some snack the fries and arancini. Definitely large portions meant to share. The food is aight. I would definitely recommend getting dinner elsewhere and just grabbing some bites here if you are feeling the munchies. Come here for the ambiance. It would be a fun place to take friends from out of town, a novel first date, or a spot for the harry potter fan in your life. We came in on a Saturday about 6 PM and it was quite busy. We did manage to snag a table for two but this is a spot to make reservations for.

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    Barebottle Brewing Company - galaxy dust hazy ipa

    Barebottle Brewing Company

    4.4(657 reviews)
    2.1 miBernal Heights
    $$

    On a recent visit to San Francisco, Barebottle Brewing was top of my list to visit thanks to many…read moreexcellent can selections we've gotten at the local bottle shop. Their beer is excellent, and I've heard nothing but great things about the place and people. We visited on a Sunday and met friends, who said it took a while to get a big table for us; it was surprisingly packed! It's a large industrial brewery, with the equipment chained off at the back. They make great use of the rest of the building with large tables, small tables, bar seating/standing room, plus an arcade area, outside seating area, and a few cozy living room style areas with stuffed furniture at the back. To the right on entry is the canned beer for takeout, to the left is their large bar and impressive tap list. We mostly get IPAs, so it was fun to try their other styles like rice lagers and a barleywine, everything was excellent. Their flights are huge, basically half size goblet pours in a six rack. Prices are reasonable for the well developed beer. They also had a food vendor outside, which we loved (see separate review). It's great to see a place equally rock great beer and a fun experience, I definitely look forward to returning sometime soon.

    Service was acceptable, and the space itself is spacious without feeling crowded. However, the…read moreexperience falls short on value, quality, and atmosphere. $13.50 for a pour is steep, especially when served half-full in a small glass. The stout was, to be polite, thin in texture. The aromas were present, but I winced with each taste of the lukewarm, harshly burnt flavor of acid. It didn't get better with each sip. For a moderately quiet Friday, I had to shout to people next to me due to the acoustics of the space. If you prefer traditional, additive-free brewing and full pints, there are far better options.

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    Black Hammer Brewing Company - Tasting flight with delicious refreshing beers! Yummy fresh blue berries too!

    Black Hammer Brewing Company

    4.4(434 reviews)
    2.2 miMission Bay
    $$

    Black Hammer Brewing Company is a place I've driven by so many times and finally got the chance to…read morestop into while we were out walking and exploring the area. I'm so glad we did, it instantly lived up to the curiosity. The vibe here is exactly what you want from a brewery. It's unique, cool, and laid-back, with plenty of character and a strong sense of community. It feels welcoming whether you're popping in for one drink or planning to hang out for a while. The beer selection is great, with a nice variety of styles to choose from. Everything we tried was well crafted and enjoyable, making it easy to find something that fits your taste whether you like lighter beers or something a bit bolder. The space itself really adds to the experience. There's a relaxed energy that makes it a great place to meet friends, take a break while exploring the neighborhood, or just enjoy a good beer in a comfortable setting. Great atmosphere, good beer, and an all-around enjoyable experience. We'll definitely be back and are glad we finally stopped in.

    No food, just beer. You can bring your own food though,…read moreand even have it delivered to the entrance if you're really lazy. It's a great space to unwind with nice beers (and the beers are truly nice, haven't had one I didn't enjoy from this brewery yet) or to hop on your laptop for some work while sipping a brew. Dogs welcome, which is nice too. I made a friend.

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    Black Hammer Brewing Company - Modern decor, cozy lighting and an open-air feeling

    Modern decor, cozy lighting and an open-air feeling

    Black Hammer Brewing Company - The walls are adorned with super  cool abstract modern art. I think its from local artists too!

    The walls are adorned with super cool abstract modern art. I think its from local artists too!

    Black Hammer Brewing Company - Super cute accent wall and overhead lighting give the bar a great atmosphere

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    Super cute accent wall and overhead lighting give the bar a great atmosphere

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