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This photo speaks for itself! All the nibbles are delicious & so fresh!! The cheeses and meats are constantly rotating which keeps it interesting if you visit often! They know how to pick their cheeses and meats!
Not only am I going through a sardine fixation, but a whole bar in the Main Street of North Beach has an incredible open, airy, bar serving incredible wine, vibes and SARDINES!! I popped it on a gorgeous Saturday afternoon with friends and had wine, devoured a plate of sardines and yapped. There was a large table for 6 of us upstairs and overall an impeccable experience for an immaculate day. I don't really know why I'd wind down and not give it 5 stars? It depends what you're looking for at the end of the day but it wasn't overly crowded t goodness, the people at the bar tag teamed to handle order (just 2-3 people) and there was a constant flow of tables coming and going? I could see it being busy but overall still an awesome spot!
Please please please do yourself a favor and visit this beautiful gem. I found this place on Tik Tok and people were saying it was an SF must. I came here with a group of friends for my birthday back in October with crutches and mind you any other place may have been annoyed by that but they were super accommodating. We sat at the bar, and the server was super friendly, they even suggested an amazing white wine I still dream about that was perfectly balanced and not dry at all. It was exactly what I envisioned for my birthday, they made my Parisian/Spanish wine bar dreams come to life. I felt transported from SF even if it was just for an hour. The Compte cheese on the meat and cheese platter is so good def get that! I'm not a fan of sardines but my friends are and they really enjoyed them. There's seating outside and upstairs, it's perfect and cozy. I've been twice since my birthday and I never have a bad time. Thank you to the owners for creating an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere!! Bonus: they always play great music including jazz, blood orange, yebba and even tame impala. See you soon!
A very cute wine bar with a great selection of wines and small charcuterie bites available. For your charcuterie you choose your choices of cured meats and cheeses, and they'll prepare it and bring it out to you with a baguette. They have a great selection of wines that makes it a lovely place to come and split a bottle with a friend.
Classy wine bar with great bites and delicious wine. A ton of options and meat and cheese options were fresh and tasty. Not a ton of seating so you may need to sit and wait. Service was good, but you have to go to the bar to order. Cute cozy vibes great for a yap session.
This was my second visit to Golden Sardine, and it's quickly becoming a favorite. Such a charming addition to North Beach--a cozy poetry bookstore tucked inside a wine bar. We shared a bottle of Riesling, and I really appreciate that they let you taste wines before committing--it makes the experience feel thoughtful and approachable. The smoked trout and the squid were great (from a tin). The warm bread with pickled accompaniments was a great touch, though when we asked for more, it took a while to arrive and wasn't warm the second time around. Still enjoyable, just not quite as special as the first round. Golden Sardine works just as well for a relaxed afternoon glass as it does for a cozy evening out. It's the kind of place you'll find yourself wanting to return to again and again.
Cute and intimate wine bar in north beach! It had a great selection of tinned fish and cheeses to pair with their extensive wine selection. We tried the smoked makerel, a soft goat cheese and a pecorino. Everything was great was served with bread! Also highly recommend the bottle of sparkly red we selected! It was dry and had a unique and subtle twist.
Super cute wine bar in North Beach ! We ordered two bottles, one red and one white, and two food items. Loved that there is an upstairs section for bigger groups. I wish there was a water station upstairs.
Good counter seating and vibes, it's a smaller bar so it might be hard to find a seat during peak times. Good selection of wines
Visited on the toastiest SF day all year and was so pleased with everything. The sparkling red by the glass was perfect, and the upstairs seating gave a great vantage point for watching the neighborhood. Also tried 2 cheeses (a hard cow's milk cheese from Wisconsin and the hard sheep's milk option) and the soppressata and serrano. Truly not a miss in sight. Everyone who worked there was super friendly, too. It was everything I hoped it would be, and I'm looking forward to coming back!
Visited on a Sunday around 2:30pm with a friend. The bar was quite busy already but might be due to their 1st year anniversary party which we happened to catch. We ordered at the bar and were able to grab one of the outdoor patio tables which was great. Drink: A nice variety of wines by the glass with an emphasis on Riesling. We ordered a few glasses of whites to try, these were served nice and chilled, nice size pours. Food: Spicy Tin Mussels - delicious nice and spicy, canned in oil, mussels were tender with a creamy texture, served with some warmed baguette slices and pickles which provided a nice contrast along with a wedge of lemon Service was fine, took a few minutes to place the order with the server. Once we placed orders glasses were poured and served quickly and a number was provided for the food which we placed at our table for food service. Overall really enjoyed Golden Sardine, was such a fun spot for a glass of wine and a snack. The live poetry performance to celebrate their anniversary really added to the experience and was such a a treat. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the North Beach neighborhood.
Great tapas - jamon, sardines and anchovies!! It gave a small feeling that we were back in Spain. The wine was great as well. The spot is a little small and can get busy! Service was great and the bartenders were well experienced in the wine they served. Yum!!
Def a hidden gem - but make sure you're into natural wines. The canned fish options are supreme. Cozy upstairs room w veranda street views. -- come here with a book or a friend. Either way, it'll be an unpretentiously good time.
2 months ago
10/10! Cutie little wine bar with pretty extensive wine menu and perfect small bites. Staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. Small space so would say it's better for smaller groups or date night. read more
At first I was thinking I don't know how they're getting away with selling canned sardines as their menu, but my god I loved it here. We were bar hopping around the area and just needed a quick bite, so we didn't get any wine here but will definitely be back for that as it is technically a wine bar haha. The pate and goat cheese pairing was recommended to me by the server, who said she liked it because they were easy to spread on the bread. She was right! It was kind of fun to diy the perfect bite every time with a bit of pate, cheese, jam, and chasing it with some picked veg. Vibes are super cute upstairs (really good for people watching on the street) and I believe they also had patio seating. read more
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7 months ago
Not only am I going through a sardine fixation, but a whole bar in the Main Street of North Beach has an incredible open, airy, bar serving incredible wine, vibes and SARDINES!! I popped it on a gorgeous Saturday afternoon with friends and had wine, devoured a plate of sardines and yapped. There was a large table for 6 of us upstairs and overall an impeccable experience for an immaculate day. I don't really know why I'd wind down and not give it 5 stars? It depends what you're looking for at the end of the day but it wasn't overly crowded t goodness, the people at the bar tag teamed to handle order (just 2-3 people) and there was a constant flow of tables coming and going? I could see it being busy but overall still an awesome spot! read more
9 months ago
Please please please do yourself a favor and visit this beautiful gem. I found this place on Tik Tok and people were saying it was an SF must. I came here with a group of friends for my birthday back in October with crutches and mind you any other place may have been annoyed by that but they were super accommodating. We sat at the bar, and the server was super friendly, they even suggested an amazing white wine I still dream about that was perfectly balanced and not dry at all. It was exactly what I envisioned for my birthday, they made my Parisian/Spanish wine bar dreams come to life. I felt transported from SF even if it was just for an hour. The Compte cheese on the meat and cheese platter is so good def get that! I'm not a fan of sardines but my friends are and they really enjoyed them. There's seating outside and upstairs, it's perfect and cozy. I've been twice since my birthday and I never have a bad time. Thank you to the owners for creating an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere!! Bonus: they always play great music including jazz, blood orange, yebba and even tame impala. See you soon! read more
11 months ago
A very cute wine bar with a great selection of wines and small charcuterie bites available. For your charcuterie you choose your choices of cured meats and cheeses, and they'll prepare it and bring it out to you with a baguette. They have a great selection of wines that makes it a lovely place to come and split a bottle with a friend. read more
Classy wine bar with great bites and delicious wine. A ton of options and meat and cheese options were fresh and tasty. Not a ton of seating so you may need to sit and wait. Service was good, but you have to go to the bar to order. Cute cozy vibes great for a yap session. read more
This was my second visit to Golden Sardine, and it's quickly becoming a favorite. Such a charming addition to North Beach--a cozy poetry bookstore tucked inside a wine bar. We shared a bottle of Riesling, and I really appreciate that they let you taste wines before committing--it makes the experience feel thoughtful and approachable. The smoked trout and the squid were great (from a tin). The warm bread with pickled accompaniments was a great touch, though when we asked for more, it took a while to arrive and wasn't warm the second time around. Still enjoyable, just not quite as special as the first round. Golden Sardine works just as well for a relaxed afternoon glass as it does for a cozy evening out. It's the kind of place you'll find yourself wanting to return to again and again. read more
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1 year ago
Cute and intimate wine bar in north beach! It had a great selection of tinned fish and cheeses to pair with their extensive wine selection. We tried the smoked makerel, a soft goat cheese and a pecorino. Everything was great was served with bread! Also highly recommend the bottle of sparkly red we selected! It was dry and had a unique and subtle twist. read more
9 months ago
Super cute wine bar in North Beach ! We ordered two bottles, one red and one white, and two food items. Loved that there is an upstairs section for bigger groups. I wish there was a water station upstairs. read more
Visited on the toastiest SF day all year and was so pleased with everything. The sparkling red by the glass was perfect, and the upstairs seating gave a great vantage point for watching the neighborhood. Also tried 2 cheeses (a hard cow's milk cheese from Wisconsin and the hard sheep's milk option) and the soppressata and serrano. Truly not a miss in sight. Everyone who worked there was super friendly, too. It was everything I hoped it would be, and I'm looking forward to coming back! read more
Visited on a Sunday around 2:30pm with a friend. The bar was quite busy already but might be due to their 1st year anniversary party which we happened to catch. We ordered at the bar and were able to grab one of the outdoor patio tables which was great. Drink: A nice variety of wines by the glass with an emphasis on Riesling. We ordered a few glasses of whites to try, these were served nice and chilled, nice size pours. Food: Spicy Tin Mussels - delicious nice and spicy, canned in oil, mussels were tender with a creamy texture, served with some warmed baguette slices and pickles which provided a nice contrast along with a wedge of lemon Service was fine, took a few minutes to place the order with the server. Once we placed orders glasses were poured and served quickly and a number was provided for the food which we placed at our table for food service. Overall really enjoyed Golden Sardine, was such a fun spot for a glass of wine and a snack. The live poetry performance to celebrate their anniversary really added to the experience and was such a a treat. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the North Beach neighborhood. read more
Great tapas - jamon, sardines and anchovies!! It gave a small feeling that we were back in Spain. The wine was great as well. The spot is a little small and can get busy! Service was great and the bartenders were well experienced in the wine they served. Yum!! read more
Def a hidden gem - but make sure you're into natural wines. The canned fish options are supreme. Cozy upstairs room w veranda street views. -- come here with a book or a friend. Either way, it'll be an unpretentiously good time. read more
Cute wine bar with an amazing selection of wines and tinned fish! Great place to go on a date or catch up with a friend. The staff is attentive and knowledgeable and helps make sure you are getting the exact wine you want. I would definitely recommend their sparkling red wine, it was light, refreshing and very dry. The smoked mackerel was delicious and can't wait to try some different fish next time. read more
Really overhyped. Wasn't my favorite. It gets really crowded on the weekends and it becomes near impossible to order your food/drinks. You go to the counter and wait, and I made eye contact with the waiter behind the counter who told me he'd be right with me. I ended up waiting quite a while before I ordered. When the tinned fish came, it was pretty underwhelming, and the bread was nothing special - way too hard. The ambiance was super cute though! If I came here again I'd just get drinks. read more
Great vibes and delicious wine offerings. However-- they marked up some of the tinned fish by more than $10 retail. :( FOOD [5/5] ========= We ordered a white wine, the moscato, a mocktail, and 3 types of tinned fish. All the tinned fish were AMAZING. SERVICE [3.5/5] ============ I hate to say it but honestly the bartender was pretty unpleasant (no manners, no extra service, seemed pretty annoyed even though we tried smiling at him and saying basic things like "please" and "thank you"). The waiter who brought out our food service with the board and complimentary bread was much more kind! read more
A really cute and cozy wine bar with a charming Spanish flair - sardines, tinned fish, cheese, and a great selection of Rieslings (my fav!). This bar is small so it feels intimate but is appropriate for first dates. The first floor is quite tight so it might be costly to your neighbors to canoodle but perhaps if you snag a wall corner seat? Apparently there's also second floor but I didn't go up so will have to revisit. I really liked the 2023 Feinherb Mosel Riesling - it was dry but full body and very balanced. Highly recommend. Tatomer was also good but slightly less full bodied. Overall a great date spot with dim lighting and European flair so def try to snag a seat. read more
1 year ago
Tried yesterday with my husband and our little one (they allow kids:)). I liked the European environment and the service style. We stayed upstairs in a nice room (maybe the music was a little too high). We grabbed two glasses of wine and the sardines that came with bread. Not bad for an European kind of happy hour. read more
2 years ago
Charming and very cute; perfect for an intimate date-night or a catch-up convo with a friend. Really appreciated the diversity in their wine list, as well as the workers who are more than happy and friendly and excited to share their recommendations if you're feeling lost and intimidated by all your options! They're very knowledgeable and down to earth, and helped guide me to a glass of wine that I am still thinking about a week later. There's 2 floors--first floor seemed very busy, but top floor had some seating when I came in around 9pm on a Fri night. read more
Quaint and charming ambiance with great food, wine, poetry, and service! The upstairs area has books, a great view, a communal table for space to snack and sip, and lounge jazz music playing in the background. Charcuterie and rosé with soulful jams and a welcoming vibe? Yes please. read more
2 years ago
A Hidden Gem in North Beach Had a great time at Golden Sardine on a Friday night! It's such a charming spot--perfect for a cozy date or catching up with a friend. The vibe is very European wine bar, small and intimate, with a great wine selection and super friendly staff. There are two floors; I found seating on the first floor by the window with my group of friends. Definitely a place I'll be back to--can't recommend it enough! read more
2 years ago
What a charming wine bar! My friend and I arrived at 5 pm on Friday and snagged the last two seats by the window. It can fill up quickly so I recommend getting here earlier. They have a good wine selection and tinned fish, meats, and cheeses for light bites. The ambiance is perfect for a cozy date or catching up with a friend read more
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Cute wine bar in north beach! All the servers were super helpful with recommendations. They have a huge selection and will let you taste before you commit to a full glass read more
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AMAZING experience! The ambiance at Golden Sardine is fantastic - it's small, cozy, almost European wine bar feeling. The wines themselves are interesting and I loved the skin contact wine I tried. We went Friday at 6, which was when there was a poetry reading (they do First Fridays readings on the second floor) and the poets were outstanding. Golden sardine also sells wine and poetry so you can pick up a bottle & book to go! Will absolutely be back! read more
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