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    Cavaña

    3.9 (554 reviews)
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    Closed 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
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    Kelly H.

    This place is amazing and so beautiful. You really can't go wrong with any of the drinks. I got the kiwi and mango drinks, and the shrimp tostada and the ceviche. Everything was 10/10 delicious! Very flavorful and fresh, and it gets fun after 9pm when the DJ arrives and there's a dance floor.

    Shrimp tostada
    Anthony H.

    Listen the view and the drinks really can't be beat. There's a reason they charge a premium for those excellent cocktails. The food is good but you really come here because it's a great place to hang out and enjoy the view. The service is good too but they could use more servers to help with the backup on popular nights

    Jewelia C.

    * catching up on old backlogged drafts so this review may be a bit out of date Cute little rooftop bar on top of the LUMA hotel. Good drinks and snacks, seating is limited so might need to wait a while or opt for the outdoor standing section on weekend nights. Firepit couches are nice if you are able to grab one! Would be a good stop to kick off the night but not really close to a lot of other great cocktail bars in walking distance since this area is kind of dead except for Giants game days.

    Naked &. Famous, Michelada Verde, Pulpo a la Parilla
    Pheap T.

    This review comes a little late for Cavaña. Decided to stop by there for a few drinks after Carnaval and they had some Brazilian specials happening so it was great. Of course I had to try the octopus dish which was nothing to salivate about. It was soft in the middle but the texture of the skin was a but too gummy for my taste. The sauce and yucca accompaniment did assist the dish. The steak dish however was very well done. The steak was cooked just right. The sauce that came with the meat patties was also a hit. I did dip the octopus into the sauce for some extra flavor. The meat patties themselves were good with the sauce. The cheese balls were a bit underwhelming, but dipped into the sauce that came with the meat patties, they were delicious. The drinks though... ABSOLUTELY DIVINE. I never had a green michelada before and their drink has me rewiring my brain to taste all micheladas their way going forward. It was light and so perfect with the black salt. The spicy kick was definitely there as well. The pisco sours were on point. Perfect to have while looking out to the bay. The Naked & Famous was a unique flavor as well. The cocktails were very delightful to have and definitely stimulated my taste buds. The service was great at first, but then the bar was packed with Giants fans and the service did slow down a bit, but not terrible. We still managed to get 3 drinks each even with the slower service and the hostess was great at accommodating our request to be outside even with so many reservations. I thought that was a super plus. The inside of the bar is nice as well. When there aren't fans from baseball or basketball games there, this bar would be a nice place to chill out at. They also have salsa dancing on Sundays usually, but on the day we went, they played Samba for Carnaval. Will definitely go back. Perfect spot to impress a date.

    Arthur L.

    I came with a group of friends on a weekend night for a casual start to the evening. We had booked a time a few days in advance, given that we'd come during busier hours. Once most of our party was here, we got seated at an outside seating area that was marked as reserved. The atmosphere and decor struck a great balance between welcoming and elegant. The space had earthy tones, flattering lighting, and various layouts of seating layouts. The bar itself was beautifully displayed. We ordered various drinks and some small bites. Yuka fries, ceviche clasico, carne asana tacos, al pastor tacos. The chips were solidly crisp, crunchy, and paired very well with the ceviche. The carne asana tacos with the salsa macha was juicy and perfectly done, and my favorite small bite of the night.. The Yuka fries were perfectly salted and the aioli dip was exactly what you'd want out of fries. My friends recommended the Kiwi and I found it refreshing, almost like a drink you'd have at a spa or so. I also tried the Oaxacan, which was styled like an old fashioned. I thought it was fair, but if I were to pick a favorite out of the two, the Kiwi would be my choice. Even with a busy crowd, the service was attentive and checked on us every so often. Overall, Cavana was a memorable rooftop experience that I enjoyed. I'll definitely return and recommend it to anyone looking for a rooftop bar with great small bites!

    Yuliya Y.

    Greatest place I've been with the most amazing view. I haven't EVER had a single complaint about the food. It's always out of this world. Their ceviche was so good I drank the marinade after. The drinks were very well crafted. Their guacamole was made from the best picked avocados and you could tell. My partner usually doesn't like guac and I was fighting him for the first time for it. I remember eating the steak right before I was about to give birth (baby came two days later) and I almost cried from how good the chimichurri was. I honestly believe someone who passionately believes in flavor worked there from then to now. They had the best virgin drinks then as well. I will forever want to come back here any day and any time. The service is always so speedy and the waiters are always friendly. I love you guys!

    Shrimp tostada

    Beautiful view! great service, and the food was absolutely delicious!! Definitely recommend for a date night, girls night..

    Left: Paloma; Right: Naked & Famous
    Tracy L.

    Went here on a Tuesday night with a reservation, which probably was not necessary, but it definitely helped us get a table! We were looking for a rooftop view and a chill spot to catch up, and this was perfect. I got the Paloma while my friend ordered the Naked & Famous. Both were really good and not overly sweet. We also got the guac to snack on while chatting. The vibes are great, and it seems like a popular spot for people heading here after Chase Center events or Giants games because it got pretty busy around 10pm.. on a Tuesday   It is a bit pricey, but I'd say it's only worth it if you're just going out for one drink and want the rooftop view and the vibes.

    Jade S.

    Love the vibe here. I love that all the bartenders are very Latino and the view is amazing, drinks are so tasty though I wish they were stronger definitely sweeter than my preference but we enjoyed it here a lot. Banano was our favorite

    Views + seats with fire pit
    Meeghan H.

    Cavana, in my opinion, is one of the best rooftop spots in SF. Located on top of the LUMA Hotel, you get stunning views of the East Bay, the Bay Bridge, and even Oracle Park. Yes, rooftop bars in the city are pricey, but you're not just paying for the view here! The vibes, drinks, and food are all on point. I also love that they have fire pits for those chilly nights (which is... most nights, honestly). For food, I've tried the guacamole and the quesabirria tacos. Both were great, but the braised beef birria with that consommé was especially amazing. They even do a Christmas-themed menu during the holidays, which is such a fun touch. Love this spot! I've taken a few friends visiting from out of town & they loved the views.

    Bread pudding
    Michelle K.

    Nochebuena Xmas pop is divine ! My friends and I go every year and it never disappoints. The drinks are great; try the egg nog one, it's so good! The food is tasty. We always get chips to snack on, and this time we shared a bread pudding. Their service is always great, our servers name was Mica and she was an absolute delight. These Christmas vibes are festive and fun- it's super well decorated. Highly recommend !

    Ceviche with chips
    Allison S.

    Was excited to try this rooftop and really liked the drink menu options! I had the opportunity to try lots of fruity drink and liked most of them! They do go heavy on the ice with some of the drinks but they all came out in different glasses, different sizes, and different flavors. It was fun tasting them all. My favorite was the watermelon and guava. I would definitely come back for the drinks. I didn't enjoy the food, and here's where it went wrong. We first got our chips and salsa. The chips are seasoned like Doritos so there's a nice flavor but the seasoning is in consistent. Some pieces were SO salty and some had no seasoning. The salsa is pretty rich as well. When our ceviche came, I ate a bite without the seafood and it tasted fishy. When I tried the actual seafood part, I knew it went bad because it had such a strong odor. We had to send it back but saw them serving it to other people. I eat a lot of seafood and I don't mind a slight fishy taste but this was definitely a food poisoning situation. After that it took a very very long time to get our last dish. Unfortunately when it finally came out, it was a disappointment. The octopus texture tasted like it had freezer burn, then was over cooked, sat too long after it was cooked because they had to make the fries. The fries were fresh but the octopus was dry, cold, hard, and chewy. I've had lots of pulpo before and this was a let down. It was a bummer that we didn't get to eat much and decided to walk somewhere else to finish dinner.

    Kiwi (left), Sandia (right)
    Jillian P.

    After having this place on my list for months, I finally decided to take advantage of the rare hot San Francisco day and check out Cavaña. We went on a Thursday evening right before sunset. We were sat quickly and appreciated the view of the bay from our table. Our server came by to take our drink and food order. We ordered cocktails and 3 plates. Our oysters and first round of drinks arrived. However, it took over 40 minutes for us to receive the rest of our order... When we finally got the rest of our food, we ordered a couple more cocktails. The oysters were good, but small. The al pastor tacos were delicious. But the steak was gross. It tasted gamey/not fresh and didn't have enough chimichurri sauce to hide the off-putting flavor. Such a disappointment after waiting so long. The only saving grace were our cocktails. We were especially impressed with the Banano and Kiwi. Would probably only ever come here for drinks before/after a game. Otherwise, save your money.

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    Go-to spot before a Giants game. Very accommodating. The Paloma Pitcher was to die for.

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    Ask the Community - Cavaña

    How much is valet?

    There's hotel valet but is really expensive. It's $25/hr or $80-90/ night. I pad $75 the night I… 

    We'll have a pretty big group but will just want drinks. If we can't find seats, will there be room at the bar or outside?

    Yes, you can order drinks at the bar and walk around outside. There’s no need for reservations to sit at the bar; it's first-come, first-served, especially if you arrive right when it opens. If you'd like a table to eat and drink, it’s best to make… 

    Do you allow babies (under 1, well behaved)?

    No they don't. Sorry, it's an adult place.

    Do we need reservations if we only want to go for drinks?

    I will advise that you make reservations ahead or else the wait can be long especially on weekends or during games.

    Is it more of a restaurant vibe or a bar/club vibe?

    Bar vibe with bites...

    Is there a dress code? Looking to come here before a giants game

    I believe there is not, when we visited the restaurant it seemed pretty casual all around. Did not see any posted dress code rules additionally

    Do they have TVs for big games?

    Yes!

    What is parking situation like?

    If you park at the hotel they charge $25 for the first hour and $10 per hour after that No parking validation Or you can park across the street for $12 flat

    Is this 21 and over only?

    Yes! Id only

    Do you allow babies (under 1)?

    Do they allow walk-ins?

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    Lore Speakeasy and Escape Room

    Lore Speakeasy and Escape Room

    4.5
    (98 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    Amazing cocktails! Each one is so unique with different flavor profiles. Given the complexity, the…read moredrinks do take awhile so just hang out and enjoy! * Lychee Corn 75 = sweet lychee, but not overly; can't really taste any alcohol * Korean Cold Noodles = so complex! It's hard to describe but it's definitely worth a try. It also comes with some Dijon mustard to try with it. * Dumpling Martini = VERY strong and unique. It comes with a real dumpling! * Mango Sago = I really liked this one - tastes exactly like mango with coconut and has a few mochi for fun. * Ube Cheesecake = yummy dessert cocktail that is fairly thick so commit (it's worth it) The food is really unique as well - I highly suggest the deviled egg sampler. The atmosphere is very lounge like with chill vibes. Service is great.

    Really unique, immersive speakeasy. Came for a birthday and opted for their escape room, which is…read morealso a really cool feature for a speakeasy bar. The escape room is Alice In Wonderland themed and includes three drinks as part of the experience. Arrived on time for our reservation but were held in a waiting room for about 30 min before we could start. Didn't seem like anyone else was doing the escape room but it was also the week of their biz anniversary so maybe they were just super busy. Phoenix led our escape room and was such a delight. Friendly, great banter, helpful throughout the escape. The escape game is split across multiple rooms with a good diversity of puzzles. Don't want to spoil too much here but they were good challenges. Drinks we incorporated throughout and presented like test tubes that were drinkable in a gulp, kind of like a cocktail shot. Personally, I found the first two drinks to be a bit too sweet, but I liked the third, which was coconut forward. The price is definitely a bit more costly. It was $100/person for a party of five. I understand that it was an escape room + the staff + the cocktails. If you max out the party size, it's about $85-ish per person which I think is pretty solid. Still very unique and fun and glad I got to try it

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    Cool Middle Earth themed room with lots of seating! Plenty of board games available to play as well
    Cool Middle Earth themed room with lots of seating! Plenty of board games available to play as well
    Our Pineapple Cake cocktail is an ode to Taiwan.
    Our Pineapple Cake cocktail is an ode to Taiwan.
    Borscht: Gin, beets, apple, citrus, dill, egg white ($20) + Korean Cold Noodles w/ brandy, pear, pineapples, cucumber, sesame ($19)

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    Borscht: Gin, beets, apple, citrus, dill, egg white ($20) + Korean Cold Noodles w/ brandy, pear, pineapples, cucumber, sesame ($19)
    The Beehive

    The Beehive

    4.3
    (455 reviews)
    2.0 mi
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    Love what + how they do it. It's a neighborhood bar that…read morejust feels right. Food wise I'm drawn to a few favorites like the stellar pork belly banh mi slider, fries and the chicken bites. It's a thoughtful menu w something for everyone. Had a Paper Plane which the bar man furiously shook to an icy froth on the top. Soooo good. Went on St Pat Saturday and was looking for a non frat crew vibe and was really pleased I remembered BH was close by.

    Cool bar with bites in the Mission District. We got there shortly after it opened at 4pm on Friday…read moreafternoon. I was craving a refreshing craft cocktail and got one with the Green Emmanuelle. I liked the cardamom in the Beauty Mark as well that my partner ordered. We ordered shishito peppers and mushroom bahn mi sliders. The mushroom bahn mi sliders were amazing - the quality fillings and taste of the soft bun - I was unexpectedly hit with a bite of spice from maybe jalapeño seeds left but didn't sour my experience. The shishito peppers ended up being extremely spicy as well, those are usually just a few spicy and not the majority. The roasted lemon and salt was a wonderful combo but just too spicy to eat. However, the server very kindly removed it from our bill without us asking. We order the crostini because we were still hungry and that was an absolute hit. Delicious med-soft crostini with luscious berries and sweet honey. I didn't care my hands got sticky as it was soooo good! Great experience, I would be weary if the peppers as I'm a bit spice-intolerant but everything else was spot-on.

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    Blind Pig Speakeasy Lounge

    Blind Pig Speakeasy Lounge

    4.8
    (201 reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    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!

    one of the finest cocktail bars in the city…read more intimate, friendly, well crafted, passionate, and impressive. have been coming here for a little while now, and their drinks never fail to amaze. leo, pedro, and andrew in particular really make the establishment shine, and truly do make this place special. they are always kind and attentive no matter how busy it may be. don't forget to roll the dice.

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    Festive Cocktails
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    Christmas special
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    Third Rail

    Third Rail

    4.5
    (257 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    We stumbled upon Third Rail after watching a basketball game at Chase Center, and it ended up being…read moresuch a gem! The atmosphere was great. It was busy on a Saturday night without feeling overwhelming and the whole place had a really fun relaxed energy to it. The staff was also fantastic and super helpful with all of our questions. We tried an Old Fashioned and the Third Rail cocktail, which was similar to a sour, and both were phenomenal. Seriously some amazing drinks. We didn't get a chance to try any of their jerky this time around, but we'll definitely be back for it!

    I've been coming to Third Rail regularly for over two years and have always enjoyed the cocktails…read moreand atmosphere. Under the previous ownership, the staff was incredibly accommodating. When they removed my favorite Polar Bear-style drink from the menu, they were happy to let me bring over a fresh shot of espresso from the neighboring café so they could recreate it. Yesterday, under the new ownership, I was told I "technically can't" bring in an outside shot of espresso and that they couldn't make the drink. I understand businesses can change their policies, and that's their prerogative. What disappointed me was the way it was communicated. As a longtime, loyal customer, the interaction felt unnecessarily rigid and unwelcoming rather than customer-focused. It's unfortunate because I've recommended this bar to many people over the years, but after today's experience, it doesn't feel like the same place.

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    Shoji

    Shoji

    4.2
    (566 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Be sure to make a reservation! On a random Wednesday evening this place was VERY busy. Luckily I…read morewas able to make a reservation on Open Table for later in the day. We started dinner with oysters. They were fresh, clean and the beet chili jam sauce was very vibrant. It was a great combination of flavors. It's topped with fried shallots which adds a nice crunch to end off the bite. For dinner I had the uni amaebi donburi. It comes with ikura, sweet raw shrimp and uni. There was also a layer of what seemed to be finely processed mushrooms under the ikura which added a nice texture. The egg yolk added a richness and creaminess throughout the dish. It is a very rich dish so I didn't mind that it was what others described as a smaller portion. I'd definitely stop in again for dinner with friends.

    ~4.5/5, best not-too-sweet matcha in sf fidi area this is a…read morereview just for the matcha/morning cafe to-go; hope to update review for the food since it's been a while.. I've been here several times since their first opening and through their numerous cup changes. I can say the matcha is consistently good, and glad the cup size is bigger :) Matcha einspanner is great, the latte is not sweet and you can taste the matcha quality, milk proportions are just right. Einspanner cream is delicious too and a sweet treat paired with the latte, and topped with matcha powder.

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    Uni Amaebi Don: Soy marinaded raw sweet shrimp, santa barbara uni, ikura, soy marinated yolk ($44 +$3 nori)
    Uni Amaebi Don: Soy marinaded raw sweet shrimp, santa barbara uni, ikura, soy marinated yolk ($44 +$3 nori)
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    Cavaña - cocktailbars - Updated August 2026

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