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    Evil Eye

    4.0 (235 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Pool table
    Chris W.

    Amazing decor and atmosphere, got very crowded, long line for cocktails. Small space for playing pool, kept bumping into people. Good to lounge in groups in the back if you can get a spot!

    Cristina P.

    most delicious juiciest burger ever. fun place to go with chill aesthetic with friends, coworkers or even a date night. they have comfy couches/cool chairs, a photo booth, pool. literally such good vibes in there with unique cocktails, an easy to order process, and food worth remembering!

    Becky V.

    Lots of seating like sofas stools chairs in groups so they can accommodate many large groups at once. Really festively decorated for Christmas time, it makes me happy being surrounded by twinkle lights, gather with good company, and sip on some drink cocktails together. Just being together. Server came to the table to take orders and will come back to take more orders if needed

    Toddy Time & ¡Coraje!
    Cecilia Y.

    Evil Eye is such a cool bar to be at! We ate dinner nearby and walked over to the bar to get a drink before heading to an event later that evening. Although it looks small on the outside, there's plenty of space on the inside. Perfect for large groups! There's booths, bar seating, and couch seating which made it a very comfortable chill experience. You can tell there was a lot of effort put into the decor. It really added to the ambiance. There was a QR code on the table with the menu. The food and cocktails were extensive. They all sounded appetizing. I immediately was drawn to the ¡Coraje! cocktail which has mezcal, cold brew coffee, vanilla liqueur, nori, coconut cream, and sesame. I needed something with caffeine so I can stay awake since I tend to knock out when drinking. This was a really delicious cocktail coming from someone that doesn't drink often. You can barely taste the alcohol which I appreciated. My friends ordered the Toddy Time since they wanted a hot beverage. It was also really good. It tasted like lemon tea with ginger. You could barely taste any alcohol as well. This is such a hidden gem, would definitely recommend!

    Dara S.

    Went here with a group of friends and really enjoyed the cozy atmosphere and drinks. They had an array of NA and regular cocktails to choose from. The bartenders were friendly as well.

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    Tara M.

    Fun cocktail bar with interesting drinks! The atmosphere is fun and they have pool and pinball which I always love! The bartenders are nice and make good drinks. Overall a nice spot!

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    Ed U.

    Other than bandwidth, I'm not sure what's taken me so long to review this roomy, hipster-geared bar. For some obtuse reason, the supernatural name reminds me of that whacked Whitney Houston interview with Oprah when she said Bobby painted evil eyes all over the white walls of their mansion. Gratefully there's no such vibe here as the interior feels more like a vintage parlor with plush couches, leather booths, and polished wood framing. I've yet to have any of their bar bites though I've heard good things. I usually just sit at the long, austere bar and nurse a cocktail. This is not a Happy Hour operation nor is it within proximity of a dive. My ample-size Makers Mark & Ginger Beer was $11.95 (photo: https://yelp.to/2NcjsCOG-D. On my most recent visits, I took advantage of their specialty cocktail menu. The $16 Silk Road provided a refreshing tanginess befitting of its evocative name (photo: https://yelp.to/IGLbVnG8oU). It mixed vodka, pisco, apricot, pandan, makrut lime leaf, ginger, pineapple, and lime. Another I've tried was the $16 Devil's in the Details, a whipsnap concoction of bourbon, ginger, coffee liqueur, sweet passionfruit syrup, and lemon (photo: https://yelp.to/UJR4inCOHW). I also want to mention the crew here has always been social without forcing it no matter who the bartender is here. The owners hire well here. I'm sure I'll continue my regular patronage unless they start randomly painting evil eyes on the wall. DRINKS - 4 stars...not cheap but the cocktails were creative AMBIANCE - 5 stars...definitely comfy in a vintage way SERVICE - 4.5 stars...solid bartenders here TOTAL - 4 stars...close to 5 if I came more often RELATED - Exploring the Mission? Here's my collection of places I've patronized and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2NHtst6

    Inside
    Annabelle R.

    It was crowded at the bar on a Saturday night around 10:30pm, but there was some patio seating out front as well as several lounge and booth seating options in the back in which we were able to find a place to sit. The interior and furnishings had a quirky vintage vibe, with a bit of halloween decor during our visit in late October. There were also a couple of pinball machines near the entrance and a pool table toward the rear section of the venue. The wait for service at the bar wasn't bad, as they had 3 bartenders serving customers. We got the silk road and a whiskey sour, and the drinks were alright, nothing too special. However they do include egg whites in the whiskey sour, worth noting if you have a preference for the way this cocktail is made.

    Fried Chicken
    Andres N.

    Been here a couple of times and really enjoyed each time. The cocktails are creative and have unique flavors to stand out from other places. The fried chicken dish is insanely delicious and craveable. First time having deviled eggs was here and these beet pickled ones with the crispy pork skin chicharron on top were a great first impression. Again, really creative with the dishes too. I like the loungey and laid back interior with low lightinf, funky decor and furniture, pool table and photo booth. We sat in the same booth both times and they come to take your order and bring the items to you. Overall a solid spot to hang for drinks and snacks. Looking forward to going back soon!

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    I love the vibes, the server and bartender were so amazing and the food was incredible as well!

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    Great service, excellent cocktails, tacos go incredibly hard, has outdoor seating; that's everything I want from a bar

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    pasta was perfectly al dente and the sauce tasted like it simmered all day, tiramisu was light and dangerous ‍

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    Novela

    4.0(1.5k reviews)
    2.7 miFinancial District, SoMa
    $$
    Casual dining
    Full bar

    Loved, loved, loved this cute and super asteric bar! Their happy hour hits hard. Mon-Sat until 7…read morepm. Staff was super attentive and had beautiful descriptions of the ingredients for the drinks (I always love a little dive into how spirits are produced and from where!) The HH punches were delicious and a little dangerous (winky face). Highly recommend!

    I've gotta say, I love the intimate vibes of this bar! Though we did sit in the middle of the…read moreplace, there are plenty of spots and corners to make it feel as cozy as the library aesthetic that they are going for. It's dark but still well lit inside. Bathrooms are nice and clean, too. Service was okay. What we got: - Punch on Tap flight - sampled four drinks, pretty good especially if you have FOMO like me or are scared to spend money on a drink that you might not end up liking! I think we ended up liking 2/4 of - Mini churros - pricey for what you get (basically one churro cut up into four pieces), but it was our choice so we must now live with it lol Overall, I'd say it's great to visit once since it's an interesting concept for a bar. I've gotta say, I love the intimate vibes of this bar! Though we did sit in the middle of the place, there are plenty of spots and corners to make it feel as cozy as the library aesthetic that they are going for. It's dark but still well lit inside. Bathrooms are nice and clean, too. Service was okay. What we got: - Punch on Tap flight - sampled four drinks, pretty good especially if you have FOMO like me or are scared to spend money on a drink that you might not end up liking! I think we ended up liking 2/4 of - Mini churros - pricey for what you get (basically one churro cut up into four pieces), but it was our choice so we must now live with it lol I'd say it's great to visit once since it's an interesting concept for a bar.

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    Cityscape - Adult beverages and a mature crowd in an upscale atmosphere...

    Cityscape

    4.1(602 reviews)
    2.5 miUnion Square, Tenderloin
    $$$

    I stayed at the Hilton Union Square this weekend and ended up visiting Cityscape three different…read moretimes during my stay. On my first visit, I was helped by Jose, and he absolutely made the experience. Not only was he friendly and welcoming, but he took the time to explain some of the history of the bar and recommend several tequila-based cocktails that turned out to be fantastic. His knowledge and customer service were so good that I specifically looked for him on my next two visits. The views at Cityscape are incredible, with different perspectives of San Francisco depending on which side of the bar you're on. Yes, the drinks are on the pricier side, but between the quality, atmosphere, and unbeatable views, they're well worth it. One thing I really like is how easy it is to visit. Just walk into the Hilton Union Square, head to the elevators, and go straight to the 46th floor--no check-in or hassle required. A big shoutout to Jose for making every visit memorable. Great drinks, amazing views, and outstanding service. I'll definitely be back.

    This place seemed really nice and had a great atmosphere. Our experience started off a little…read moreawkward with our first server, Solma. She didn't seem too happy, so we simply asked if she was okay. She responded that she would find us another server and walked away. We definitely didn't mean to upset or offend her in any way. Thankfully, Jewel stepped in and completely saved the experience! She was warm, welcoming, and took great care of us. We were only stopping in for a quick drink before heading to our next destination, and Jewel made sure we still left on a positive note. Thank you, Jewel!

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    The Beehive - Beauty Mark

    The Beehive

    4.3(456 reviews)
    0.7 miMission
    $$

    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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    Shelby's Rooftop Lounge - Orange blossom creme brulee

    Shelby's Rooftop Lounge

    3.9(420 reviews)
    2.4 miSoMa
    $$$

    We went there for lunch to celebrate my nephew's 50th birthday. The lunch menu was very limited so…read morewe all had the chicken sandwich. It was ok. The 4 stars review is for our waitress. She was very attentive. When we got there at 12:30pm we all decided to sit inside since it was a little cold on the patio. After about an hour the sun came out and we decided to move outside on the patio. That was short lived since it got so hot and no shade so we all went back inside. There were 2 other brave customers who stayed outside the entire time. The view from the patio is spectacular. I'm sure it's even nicer during the night when all the high rise buildings are all lit up. I'm sure it's nice to see all the lights during Christmas. I would go back at dinner to experience the night views from the patio. One suggestion I have is for Shelby's to provide some awnings or shades, and I think they would attract more daytime customers. Overall a nice venue, and will definitely be back to try the dinner menu.

    We had dinner here last night on a whim and it was good. We made a last minute resi on open table…read moreand got right in. We were confused on parking and with all the one way streets we ended up 10 mins late. I finally figured out they had vallet when I checked their website, but no one was outside so we pulled up and ran in. They guy came out, gave us a ticket and we went to dinner. The view was so beautiful, seating was a little tight but it was fine. We walk to the table and there was honey all over the seat cushion and I asked the host about it and he just flapped at me to flip it over, "it's just honey he said" So we order, the flatbread with prosciutto and burrata, it was so good! Also got the short rib and pasta, food and drinks were yum. Waiter was RUDE! No personality, dismissive and rushed. The couple next to us said the same thing. When we got down stairs it was $28 to vallet, alright fine, there was no ever to park. We walked outside and the car was still sitting right where we pulled it up to, the vallet was then looking for a tip, GTFO bro! Place is cute, food is bomb, drinks were delicious, view is fab, service sucks ass.

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    Blind Pig Speakeasy Lounge - Hot & Sour: Tanqueray Gin w/ lichiko shochu, aloe, rose, hot pot paste, basil, citrus, peychaud's ($18)

    Blind Pig Speakeasy Lounge

    4.7(202 reviews)
    2.6 miLower Nob Hill
    $$

    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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    Lost Cat Bar & Bites

    Lost Cat Bar & Bites

    4.5(216 reviews)
    2.6 miUnion Square, Lower Nob Hill
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Private events

    We need more cat/themed places in SF! I planned an all day cat themed outing for a large group and…read morehappy this was one of the stops! Good bar food to go with the drinks! Glad to have some things to eat if drinking. You know sometimes you don't expect too much from bar food, but Here there's Better than typical bar type of food. Really enjoyed the fries with 2 sauces (classic, crispy finger food for sharing), chicken skewers, sliders (good appetizer size! a little something more substantial in food), chicken wings (you can choose from a few sauce choices). curry puff (flaky tasty wrapping with curry inside)! "Dumpster Cat" cocktail seems to be the only one that comes in a cat mug. Of course I had to! my mug was a black cat and it had an adorable removable yellow hat. reminds me of halloween. Would be cool to have even more cat mugs for the variety of drinks. Love the cat theme paintings/art on the walls. The large Mona Lisa + cat piece is fantastic. There's one booth in the back that fits 7-8 people. Not crowded early evening on the weekend

    I was walking around the area near my hotel, and decided to pop in for a drink and a snack.... 100%…read morebased on the name alone. As a cat lady missing my cats at home, I was hoping to see real live cats but I'd settle for a good cat theme! I was the only person in the bar on a Sunday at 4PM, and they were still cleaning and setting up when I arrived. I ordered the Thai Tea Milk Punch (Scotch-based) because I'll never turn down anything TT-flavored, and the chips with spinach/artichoke dip. The bartender made me a delicious drink and brought out water. I made myself comfortable at a high top near the window. The bar was dark and cozy and I loved the balance of cat decor... it was noticeable but not TOO much. I saw an indoor clear "catio" that looked like it was set up for a cat to live in, but sadly, no cat. I finished my drink and was about to leave, thinking they forgot about my chips/dips because no one had ever said anything to me about them. They were brought out just as I was about to close my tab, so I hung out a little longer. It was decent, solid hot spinach/artichoke dip with extra cheese on top. I really liked my drink and might come back for another one, or something in a cat mug! Friendly, laid-back vibes.

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