My partner had this bookmarked for awhile for the next time in SF. After dinner at Bourbon Steak we took a short walk down to Elements. Since it was raining hard and we didn't have umbrellas we tried to get Lyft. The Lyft gods came back with a message the pick up point and drop off point were to close to each other. So we walked. Luckily the rain mostly let up. It's a little difficult to find, so need to keep track of the address's on the street. There are multiple establishments at this address. ONE65 resturant is on the ground floor and is the entrance to the other places via a narrow corridor leading to an elevator to the other places including Elements. Exiting on the 4th floor to a dimly lit space we found a seat on a low couch and nice table. Service was prompt and my partner went totally off the reservation and ordered a cocktail based on Japanese whiskey. Normally she is a vodka girl. Me, tequila, as always. 2nd drink for her she went back to vodka in a Lemon Drop. Me, more tequila. Place reminds me a little of Dirty Habit and that's a good thing. It's a very intimate place to bring your date. We were both very surprised the number of people not there. Granted it was Valentine's night and maybe peeps weren't into the bar lounge scene and it was raining. Another major plus is the awesome upbeat music. Just before we were getting ready to leave a young lady appeared and brought over a bouquet of a dozen roses for my partner. Great night and great place to end our Valentine's Day celebration. Looking forward to returning. read more

Tried a couple drinks -One Of A Kind, requested less sweet. Tasty - sweet and tart and tropical, with a little spice! Didn't really taste the meczcal. -Madagascar Twist - perfect as is, not too sweet, more balanced and sophisticated drink IMO Negative was we waited a long time. The bar was pretty empty, just a few groups around 6pm on a Thursday. My friends got there early before our dinner reservation at Alexander's and ordered a few drinks. We ended up 15 mins late for our reservation because the bartender took forever. He must have taken over 15 mins to make 3 drinks, missed a 4th, and the longer to make the last drink. Half of us went to the table while the others stayed to close out the bill, it was taking so long. read more

I had Elements bookmarked as one of my try-next-time-we're-in-SF spots, and we got our chance after our Valentine's dinner at Bourbon Steak nearby. Nice spot! RB and I were both surprised there weren't more people in on a Saturday night. Service was excellent, welcoming right off the bat. Creative cocktail menu, with an 'elements' theme of air, wind, fire, and water. I tried one of their bourbon-based craft cocktails (don't remember the name, unfortunately), and it was excellent. Just potent enough and well-balanced. Great music selection, sexy and upbeat. Open late, which was awesome and therefore we didn't have to rush - why can't East Bay spots master this art of staying open, instead of rolling up the sidewalks at 9pm?? Then, to make a great night even better, a beautiful young lady approached me out of nowhere and handed me a bouquet of red roses - I kid you not. I was floored. As jaded as life and urban living has made me, it is a rare and special occasion when I am genuinely surprised at the kindness of a stranger. Thank you for the roses and act of kindness, beautiful stranger, I will not forget it. What a lovely end to our night. Definitely recommend this nice bar/lounge for a night out on the town in SF's Union Square. read more

Elements Bar & Lounge - Beautiful roses given to me by a beautiful stranger at Elements on Valentine's night - Cocktail Bars Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great spot! It was very quiet while we were there but excellent service and amazing craft cocktails. Highly recommend! read more

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While on a weekender with the hubby, we found this bar near our hotel. It is on the top floor, very clean, comfortable seating, good size for small to big groups, has a nice speak easy ambience and nostalgic decor. We sat at the bar and the bartender was really friendly. He made good recommendations for both food and drink. We went during happy hour and was not disappointed. Here is what we had... Charcuterie board - I liked everything on the board it was perfect for pecking while having good convos and drinks Oyster - although small, they were so delish. I could have easily eation a dozen or more. Whatever they put on top was perfect. My hubby who does not raw stuff loved it We just had those things a lots to drink. I will definitely go back and actually try the real food and if you are in the area I suggest you try it out too. read more

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A little hidden gem to remove yourself from the bustling streets of San Francisco to enjoy many of their delightful drinks. The coziness and wonderful furnishings screams out. Being on the upper floor you get a nice street view. The service were great. Got my drink and food quickly. The staff were very chill. read more

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We went here for cocktails and didn't try any of the food but definitely will be back to try. To get access to the lounge you enter inside of one65 and go to the elevator and you'll take the elevator to the lounge. There wasn't any people inside when we went, we stopped in for a drink before we went to a show nearby. The inside of the lounge is really nice. It looks very comfortable nice atmosphere the staff that worked was kind as well. read more

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Look for a fancy bar to stop by in between all the shopping in Union Square? This is the place! Love the ambiance and the staff here are really welcoming. We came on a Friday evening and they still had happy hour going on, which meant $1.50 oysters and good prices for drinks (cocktails, wines, $5 beers). read more

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3.6 stars. Aesthetic and tasty sips & bites. But please please triple check your bill when you pay. I've always wanted to try this Bar & Lounge because I love the patisserie on the first floor (same company). I finally was able to stop by with a dear friend of mine. It's happy hour so we ordered a few rounds of food and drink. We have: Madagascar Twist: so beautiful and unique. Taste a little smoky almost but in a good way. Oysters: we had two rounds of oysters a total of 15 (important info later lol) it's small in size but big in flavor and so tender. Delicious. Beef Tartare Bite: the puff and tender beef textural contrast is chefs kiss. Would definitely order again. Hamachi shot: good balance of flavors. Not meant to be taken as a literal shot. Yea that was not demur of me.. Cod Cromesquis: nice thin fried layer. That subtle crips and soft inside is beautifully done French Spritz: kinda like a Aperol spritz so you can't go wrong with that. Parm truffle fries: the fries are perfect. Great texture and good flavor We were accidentally up charged $34.5 but luckily I caught it and it is kinda fixed. What happened was. I ordered a floral fixation for myself after tasting my friends. But 30mins later, it never came and we realized they probably forgot about it. It's late we are just gonna pay and leave. When we receive the bill we see the floral fixation that never came was charged. So I pointed it out. One server was trying to argue that it was correct. I had to count all the drinks with them to "prove" it never showed up. Because that was a big distraction we didn't notice they charged for 20 oysters when we only ordered 15. I realized when I was driving home so I called to fix the issue. The lady was nice about it and said she will fix it. so the next day I saw a price adjustment of $6.49 (when 5 miss-charged item cost $7.50) at this point a dollar is not even with my time anymore lol. The ambiance is cool and vibey which I really like. Service is overall really attentive and servers are checking on us and see if we wanna order more things. Their specialty drinks are aesthetic, inventive and tasty. Bites are delicious too. I would come back even after all these headaches. But I've learned for next time to keep track of things on my own and triple check the bill. read more

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ONE65 is the kind of spot where the ambiance and the food are equally unforgettable. The space is sleek, moody, and modern. Perfect for a date night or a refined night out with friends. We started with cocktails: a beautifully balanced purple gin-based drink and a vibrant citrus cocktail; both as tasty as they were photogenic. The oysters were incredibly fresh, topped with a tangy granita that added just the right pop of flavor. The skewered meatballs were tender, sticky, and packed with flavor, and the parmesan truffle fries were golden, crispy, and downright addictive. From start to finish, ONE65 nails it! Gorgeous presentation, bold flavors, and a chic vibe that makes the whole experience feel special. Can't wait to come back and try more. read more

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Bookmarked this place for a while, finally got a chance to try out during my stay in SF. We came after dinner late , kitchen was closed, so we couldn't try their food. Service was ok. Music was not too loud, Ambiance was like semi elegant bar, classy bar, not WOW. Drinks were just OK for the classy espresso martini, when it comes to a more fun cocktail choice, we ordered the one with bubble, it was fun, but you get them everywhere, nothing really surprising, taste was not for me, we couldn't finish neither of our drinks before leaving this place. Overall, ok if you want a classic bar to have a talk, but would suggest maybe ordering their classy cocktails instead of the "fun" cocktails. read more

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Great place for creative themed cocktails that are as potent as they are delicious. Interior is posh and a great place for a date or to talk quietly with friends. Ricardo was very helpful and made some great cocktails. read more

Pierre made the most amazing drinks, was so attentive and has such a great energy about him. Stopped in on a whim and LOVED the vibe. Will be back!! read more

Came in here for a drink and some light bites before a show at The Golden Gate Theater. I made reservations for 5:30PM, arrived at 5:10 or so, however when I walked in the man at the door near the pastry shop was extremely helpful! Greeted me, told me how to get to the Bar and Lounge. When I went up, the atmosphere of the place is beautiful. I guess they were having an event so none of the waiters or hosts greeted me, but they did have a sign saying "Please go to bar to be seated" so that's what I did. Sat continuously with no help, there were maybe 4-5 waiters wandering helping other folks. The customer service was horrible; I was going to leave until my second party got there. We ended up ordering, mediocre food, even worse service. We were not attended to and had to get up multiple times to even pay the check. Will not be returning. Not sure if it's because I am a woman of color, it seems like other women of color have left bad reviews about customer service because they were ON TOP of serving and assisting other customers who were white. Disgusting behavior. read more

A very cute lounge with amazing drinks! I got the Madagascar twist & my fiancée got the espresso martini. Both were very delicious. Service was great and the ambiance is a dim sexy place - great for talking while having drinks. read more

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As soon as we neared the entrance we were greeted by a man who took us inside and to the elevator, he pushed the button and sent us up to the lounge. As soon as I walked in i said 'WOW" its absolutely gorgeous inside. Dark, intimate and very glam. Quiet so you can have a conversation and hear the other people you are with. The bartender was very friendly and respectful. We ordered drinks and food, all of it great. It's a great space for a special occasion, or to impress. They have their own specialty cocktails as well as a good list of wines, beer etc. There are small plates to share and they were very tasty, this is not typical bar food, it's restaurant worthy. It was a very pleasant and special experience. read more

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What a lovely bar! Found myself here with a friend visiting from out of town. We found it by chance since we were walking to a parking garage, but the music and energy called us in. The crowd was typical, 30+ professionals out on a Friday. The bar was busy, but the bartenders were keeping up with the orders. Since we sat at the bar, I got to watch the bartender work and after ordering a very well made bourbon manhattan, I threw out an older cocktail and the bartender knocked the slow Gin Fizz out of the park! The drinks were great, presentation lovely and the customer service very warm and welcoming. Glad to have found this place. Will certainly add it to the rotation. read more

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Love the service and ambiance of this bar. The perfect place to go to after a dinner date or with a small group of friends. The place is festive yet intimate. The drinks are delicious and on the stronger side and they're not too expensive from SF standards. Would 100% return read more

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FOOD: patés were so yummy, however, their version of a "charcuterie" board was literally 2 types of paté and then some type of tuna salad? and then like 4-6 small tiny pieces of a salami which tasted whatever SERVICE: not great. we were the only table there and the waiter somehow added a cheese board in there when we only ordered 2 things? and then when we told them after seeing the bill (we assumed the cheese would be part of the charcuterie we ordered given that's what charcuterie typically entails), he said he would check and nothing happened, he told the other server that our friend who left ordered it (which he didn't, he also thought the cheese board was included in charcuterie) we still ended up having to pay for it :) bad experience. the crinkle cut fries were good though. AMBIANCE: nice but we were the only people in there and their happy hour ends at 5:30 (which is probably why we were the only people in there). we thought it ended at 6:30 like all the yelp reviews had said!! read more

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Hella cute and poppin' playlist! Fancy drinks and a great space for a date night or a small gathering. It's in a shared building so you'll have to take the elevator up to their floor. I love the concept of their drinks under each element. They also serve light bites too. It's dim in there but not too much that you can't see the menu. The staff is friendly too. I don't usually like mezcal but their foreign language was yummy. Definitely can't wait to come back here again and maybe try some of their food. read more

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Exactly what millennials want and need: reasonable volume music, reasonable priced food and drink, and a classy but fun VIBE. Quality: 4.5 Value: 5 (for SF) Service: 4 Ambience: 5 This place has great happy hour deals and a really great set of decor and music. You can hear yourself talk! But the music is also good. What a concept! Service was a little mid; one of the servers wasn't in a great mood/was struggs but the rest were nice, and stuff came out eventually. The cocktails were GREAT! Really delightful choices and prices. Their happy hour deal on oysters is also pretty unheard of: $1.50 each and they were wonderful, briny and creamy. French fries were also great, as was the ceviche. Also, the ceviche we had was one of the best I've ever had. read more

Located on the 4/fl of the 160 building. We had happy hour $1 oysters, a Crimson cocktail $15 and Beer. We sat at the bar and saw a huge collection of libations. At the back, a glass display case holds the private brandy bottles from regulars. Nice ambience. Great staff and great service. read more

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Great cocktail + food, same building/owner with Michelin star restaurant. Would definitely go for another occasion but probably too pricy for random drinks. Went on a Friday night and the bar is pretty empty. We made a reservation but didn't seem to have to. Floral fixation - I asked for a drink that's good for people who can't drink a lot and our server recommended it. It tastes very fruity and the taste of alc is indeed very light! Hamachi sashimi - came out different than we expected, the bases tastes a bit too salty. French fries - as expected. Lobster toast - surprisingly a lot of lobster! Very filling and tastes fresh. Price depends on how many drinks are ordered but for is it was ~$50 per person post tax and tip. The environment is super nice and quite - can definitely have a good conversation. read more

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This was such a surprising find! It's a very nicely decorated and great ambiance bar tucked inside One65 patisserie on the 4th floor! There was live music (DJ and saxophone performer), really comfy booths and delicious drinks. The service was great too and they're open to making custom drinks if you tell them what you want! Definitely check it out if you're looking for a place to catch up with friends or go on a date! read more

What fun cocktails and amusing snacks! My girlfriend and I thoroughly enjoyed Happy Hour at this dark lounge with urban ambiance. I loved the concept of a different atmosphere and style of cuisine on every floor. We had chosen Elements because we needed a handicapped accessible,place with easy parking options to meet up for happy hour. My foodie friend Barbara who was also on crutches approved of the menu. After parking at the Ellis O'Farrell garage next door, the concierge shepherded two of us into the elevator and pushed the button for the 4th floor. We were led to a comfortable booth with banquette seating and while waiting for our third party we ordered cocktails and truffle fries. I absolutely adored my Floral Fixation cocktail with Kettle One and butterfly pea powder as well as elderflower and citrus. It was gorgeous and the lavender rose ice cube enchanted us all. i dropped my purple rose into the floral, iced tea that we ordered( this was destination number one of two and we needed stamina as well as sustenance for the 80s themed birthday party that we were attending. Speaking of sustenance the fries were crispy, Wagyu meatballs were great and served along with a syrupy glaze that brought them over the top. The charcuterie board I would have skipped and was mostly prosciutto roses. I enjoyed the decadent paté, but the pickled vegetables in the center of the plate gave a yummy, vinegary pop of freshness. Service was attentive and the atmosphere was unobtrusive and comfortable enough to enjoy my amazing friends in their element. A wonderful option if one finds themselves feeling peckish or in need of respite and a cocktail in Union Square. read more

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My husband found this bar on a weeknight randomly while we were looking for a quiet place to celebrate his recent job offer. At first I thought we were going to be stuck in a crowded elbow-pushing place (ugh!) but was pleasantly surprised it was actually quite empty and intimate. We had a bit trouble initially finding the entrance not realizing the entrance was through their patisserie shop. The servers were quick and friendly. I got the Smoke & Muir while my husband got the Martinique drink. Both were listed under "Bold & Spirited". Both of the drinks were exquisite and so complicated. I wanted to sip on the drink for eternity. We also got fries and desserts which helped to absorb the alcohol. Would highly recommend! read more

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Luis is a fantastic bartender! His creations are innovative, thoughtful, and delicious! So happy we saw the Happy Hour last week on our way to the garage. We loved it so much, we're back today! Sitting at the bar right now watching Luis mix up magic! Update: Our drinks tonight were crazy good! Luis is a gem! read more

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Decided to check this place out after seeing that they had happy hour that ends at 6pm. It had an upscale vibe and the drinks tasted like they were made with higher quality ingredients read more

This is my new go to lounge in SF if I want to enjoy ambiance, cocktails, and light appetizers. The space is so sexy and the dj never disappoints. read more

Had a chance to check out Elements after walking around Union Square looking for a small bite. We recently had gone to O, and so we knew this building had something special it might offer to the lounge setting. Ambiance is dark, almost noir-ish, a tad more bold than the simple elegance of O. My wife loved the voluptuous pair of black and white chairs looking like something out of beauty and the beast. Didn't take long for an Instagram couple to sit down and have an impromptu photo shoot. Drink wise I'm sure they can do full bar, but the highlights are a pair of cocktails each representing one of the four elements. My wife enjoyed one from both air and water, the highlight of which was the Floral Fixation, which was well thought out and worth it's price. I happened to be having a dry week post birthday, so while I did not indulge in the drinks I definitely dived in on the food. We tried half the small plates on the menu and one of the seafood cocottes which I found is a small portion serving of cooked vegetables and protein in a mini cast iron pot. The cocotte was absolutely delicious, and so was the crab avocado tartine. Oysters were incredibly clean and well prepared. Wagyu meatballs were ok, but were a bit cold and the sauce lacking a bit of necessary spice/flavor. Service was friendly and my sparkling water was never empty. I appreciated that. Overall we liked it, it's a great stylish spot for drinks and food, with a little room for improvement to reflect it's premium price. read more

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This is a bar for a small group to come and unwind. It's an intimate lounge with a bar and some lounge seating. I came here after work to wait out the rush hour. I needed a place to duck into for an hour or so before jumping on BART to head home. They honored their happy hour through 630 which was great. I ordered two cocktails and they were amazing. Nice and refreshing! There was only one person on staff taking care of everyone, but it was a Tuesday evening so it wasn't too busy. Breagen was bartending and she was great company. She made good suggestions so I didn't have to think too much. I stayed for a few hours and the city had calmed down by the time I left. Would 100% recommend this place if you need a nice quiet place to grab a drink and some food. read more

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The nicest host ever! Too tired from shopping, took all her recommendations and she didn't do me wrong. Loved that I was there way early to enjoy the calmness before the nightlife started. Food was delicious and the cocktail was extra pretty too! What's missing is the wagyu meatballs...a must try as well. read more

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The hours are limited but the staff was warm in conversational fireplace was nice I look forward to coming when it's open again. To have a toast to peace read more

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After previously dining at Elements, I wanted to bring my disabled mother here to enjoy a fun meal in the city. Unfortunately, the restaurant is not ADA compliant and refused to provide elevator access to my mom who is unable to climb stairs to the fourth floor. Their inability to accommodate handicap people made us scramble to find last minute dinner reservations in a relatively unfamiliar city. read more

Intimate and sexy are words that come to mind when thinking about Elements Bar & Lounge, which is the epitome of what a dark and sleek cocktail lounge is supposed to look like. Located on the fourth floor of ONE65 which is an innovative multi-level culinary destination with a French flair that offers four unique dining experiences under one roof in San Francisco's Union Square shopping district, like the other four concepts, Elements Bar & Lounge comes from award winning chef Claude Le Tohic. In what they say is one of the San Francisco's few upper floor bars, Elements Bar & Lounge represents a sophisticated destination bar serving an extensive range of cocktails, fine wines and whiskies in a luxurious, intimate setting, combined with a menu specially designed for the lounge allows for a selection of inviting bar bites that are specifically designed to enjoy with the specially created cocktails. I have wanted to come to ONE65, which represents their address on O'Farrell Street, for quite some time as their bakery and café on their first floor and their unassuming bistro on their second floor had been calling my name for quite some time now. But it was their cocktail lounge on their fourth floor that finally brought me here as a friend wanted to meet up for a cocktail and quick bite on a warm winter evening. The good news is that Elements Bar & Lounge is easily accessible from all corners thanks to their location close to the nearby Powell Street Bart station and a simple walk up Stockton Street and you're there as their brightly lit bakery greets you on their first floor. In order to get onto the elevator to get to Elements Bar & Lounge, they have a host that checks for vaccination status and then guides you up the elevator to the fourth floor. My friend was already waiting for me sitting at their dimly lit bar, and we were both surprised how little activity was going on inside the bar as we assumed that it would be more filled with customers waiting to head upstairs and try O' by Claude Le Tohic but as we sipped on our drinks and sampled a few bites, we were the only two customers for most of the evening, which made us sad as they have something really special here at Elements Bar & Lounge. We actually came in time for Happy Hour, which runs from when they open at 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. where they have a limited cocktail menu with some limited discounts of a few dollars on each drink and selection of draft beer and wine by the glass. The cocktail menu is broken up into four sections, Air, Fire, Water and Earth to represent the Elements, hence their name. But their Happy Hour menu had six cocktails on it, each sold at 15 dollars each. I selected their Floral Fixation, which featured Juniper Grove Gin, Ketel One Rose, Orange Blossom, Elderflower, Blue Pea Flower, Rose Hip, Lavender and Citrus, while my friend ordered their Lucid Dreamer, which featured Banhez Mezcal, Wild Huckleberry Shrub, Italicus Bergamotto, Mint, Aloe Tincture, Lime and Ginger Beer. Both cocktails were featured on the Air section of their regular cocktail menu and were intended to represent light and ethereal cocktails, and for the most part they lived up to their billing. To accompany our meal, we ordered from their regular menu, as Happy Hour only applies to their drinks. We decided that their Wagyu Meatballs which were served with a Teriyaki dipping sauce, their Cod Cromesquis which were served with a Garlic Aioli, and two dishes from their Cocottes section of their menu, their Cocottes of Seafood with spinach and wasabi and their Cocottes of Beef Ribeye with piquillos and natural jus were the way to go. Of the four the Cocottes of Seafood was the real star thanks to the pieces of scallops and lobster served in a small cast iron serving pot with all of the gravy and juices flowing throughout the entire dish. The Beef Rib Eye was just a little too fatty for us and the Wagyu Meatballs were surprisingly too bland and overcooked for us to really sink our teeth into. Overall, we had a wonderful time at Elements Bar & Lounge as the cocktails and service would have us coming back for me. The food, although somewhat disappointing, has us intrigued enough to want to come back for more to at least try the ONE65 Bistro & Grill on the second and third floors of this grand concept as that was more in our price point. Of course, if someone wanted to treat us to a multicourse dinner at O' by Claude Le Tohic and see why they deserved their Michelin star, well by all means we are game. Either way , San Francisco is lucky to have such an interesting concept for us all to experience. Where else can you get a coffee, pastry, cocktail, elevated bar bite, and high-end meal to remember all under one roof? Not many, and at Elements Bar & Lounge, it's just the beginning. read more

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We made a reservation for a fine dining experience, for 8:30 pm, only to arrive to discover that last seating was for 8:30 so we were encouraged instead to eat in the Elements Bar instead of the 6th floor restaurant. Same Michelin star kitchen- we were told! This building has six stories. Make sure to book at One65 - on the 6th floor - if you want the dining experience For being a Michelin star eatery, we were underwhelmed. Menu was limited, salad too salty, chicken moist but not spectacularly tasty.. And the prices were high. Two martini, one glass of wine, one entree and a few small dishes came in at $200! read more

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The prices in happy hour are not much cheaper but the food was great and so was the service.

Five star to Luis and Florent. Service is good, Luis can make everything! Must go if you are in SF read more

4.5 STARS I arrived 30 minutes early for our reservations at 'O By Claude Le Tohic so I dropped by Elements Bar & Lounge to grab a drink while waiting for my friend. As I stepped out of the elevator, I was like "Damn, it's dark!" which actually isn't a bad thing. Remember your clubbing days, when you're *emoji heart eyes* at every guy that walks by? Ok, nvm...I'm speaking for myself. That's until the lights turn on at 2:01 am and the tequila wears off... Anyhow, I think the guy sitting next to me at Elements Bar & Lounge could smell my desperation and scooted away. Tea time by day and bar/lounge at night, Elements is part of One65, a multi-level French dining hub in Union Square. Before you're allowed upstairs, you have to check-in with the host on the ground floor. The host enters your name into the system, then walks you to the elevator. I felt bad for the lone host because the process seems cumbersome if there's a line. A pack of she wolves in heat refused to follow the process, pushed their way through the host, and into the closing elevator with me. Geesus - it's a lounge upstairs, not Thunder Down Under! Thankfully, they didn't stay for a drink. I appreciated that the cocktail menu was small and concise with four themes - Air, Water, Fire, and Earth: https://bit.ly/2J4QOqD. Really cool how some edges of the paper menu was burned to keep in theme. Food is available from their 3rd floor Bistro menu. It was early (5 pm ish) and there were only 4 people there (2 customers were already drinking) but after waiting 20 minutes, my drink was still not ready. I told the server that I had to leave soon because my reservations upstairs were in a couple of minutes. She apologized and checked with one of the bartenders. She said, my cocktail will be brought up to me and it's on the house because of the delay. Thank you for making things right. The Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Board: Bimini Gin w/ citrus, pandan, lavender cream, egg white ($19): https://bit.ly/31U3pps arrived 10 minutes later to 'O. Not only was it beautiful, in a simple understated way, it was well-balanced and super delicious. I really liked the creamy egg white foam and the coconut-ty-vanilla-y pandan flavor. I was worried that the cocktail may taste like soap but I could hardly detect the lavender which is a good thing IMO. For my second cocktail, I went with one of my usuals, a Vesper: https://bit.ly/2N6Fvn6. Nicely chilled, smooth, and strong. For $13, it was a steal in Union Square and they didn't use any harsh tasting wells either. Elements is a great place to grab a craft cocktail when/if you're in Union Square. Until they work out their kinks, give yourself at least an hour for pre-drinks if you have reservations at their Bistro or 'O. read more

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Milk punch review Captain's ration: Rhum jm single barrel, diplomatico select rum, cachaca,  coffee liqueur, hazelnut, rancio sec, clarified with milk Came in an interesting glass. A+ for presentation. I always like a coffee cocktail. The coffee flavor was more prominent than it read. They had another cocktail that had a clarified component. As opposed to the cocktail entirely being clarified, it had one ingredient clarified. They were out of it this time. Cocktails rotate on a seasonal basis and they didn't have a milk punch last season. Maybe check in seasonally to see if still present. Hope the tradition stays. read more

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