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    Madarae

    3.9 (80 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
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    MADARAE ATMOSPHERE

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    Classy
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed

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    Sandra T.

    Came here for happy hours. The margarita did not disappoint! Also had the drink of week some type of banana bourbon yummyness. I enjoyed the hiphop playing.

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    Valerie G.

    I'm always here! Find me during happy hour to get my review then :') jk... Hidden gem right by the gym we go to. It's gonna be a sad day for us when more people discover just how great of a spot this is and happy hours will then be packed out, but for now, we enjoy being able to just walk in with a group of 2/3/9/12/however many and having a reliably great time due to the giant TVs and ambience. Shout out to the steak fries we always get!! Love the free sampling they do as well occasionally :) Also been here to go out and crowd is a good vibe! A little bit more of an upscale vibe on certain Afrohouse nights we have been to.

    HH: Bloody Mary Oyster Shooters ($2 each), Steak Fries ($6), Hendricks, shaken w/ twist ($18)
    Cherylynn N.

    Welp, it looks like it's back to the office for many because the bars and lounges in SoMa/FiDi were poppin' last night. My geriatric millennial ears couldn't take it at our usual HH spot so I looked for a quieter TT friendly spot on Yelp and Madarae came through! They were busy but tables were spread out enough and music wasn't hella loud so it was perfect. Madarae opened in February 2023 at the former Harlot. I haven't been back to this space in over 10 years and it's better than ever. Well, speaking for HH only since I'm too old to be clubbin'. TT friendly obvs during HH only. HH SPECIALS (Tuesday-Friday, 4 pm - 7 pm): * French Onion Soup Burger OR Cheese Melt w/ brie, gruyere, and black truffle caviar PLUS a glass of wine or beer for only $20!!! * Bloody Mary Oyster Shooter: $2 each * Pork Kebabs or Shrimp Tacos: $6 each * Steak Fries: $6 * Beer: $6, Wine: $10, Cocktal of the Week: $12 4% SF mandate added to all bills. D R I N K S * Hendricks, shaken w/ lemon twist ($18 x2) * Club Soda ($2) * Diet Coke ($4, no refills) S N A C K S * Bloody Mary Oyster Shooters w/ citron foam, lime gremolata ($2 x6) Savory with an nice citrusy spice and umami. Silky smooth oyster. * Steak Fries w/ tabasco, caper remoulade ($6 x3) Hot and crunchy with a fluffy soft interior. I usually dislike capers but it was pulsed in to add a pleasant salty acid to the addictively flavorful and creamy remoulade. Ended up ordering three rounds. S E R V I C E Mikaylah and Otto were WONDERFUL! Upbeat, personable, and there when we needed something. Fast drink and food service. A M B I A N C E Trendy and sophisticated with plush velvet couches, TVs for watching the game, DJ booth, and dancefloor. Two levels with a bar on each. Great lighting system with LED walls. House/EDM playing (not too loud during HH). DJs on the weekends. CLEAN restrooms. P A R K I NG Don't recommend driving here on weeknights (traffic and construction were a nightmare). Street parking is much easier on the weekends. Overall, loved our HH experience at Madarae (good vibes, not too loud, tasty+affordable snacks, and great service) and looking forward to returning. Bone marrow & steak tartare w/ black truffle caviar, I'm coming back for you!

    Lorenzo O.

    Madarae Rocks! This nightclub in San Francisco is a haven for those seeking an unforgettable nightlife experience. They continue to bring the world's best Afro-house DJs week after week, the energy here is unmatched, with electrifying beats that keep the crowd dancing all night long. The bottle service here is celebratory to the max and second to none, offering luxury and top-tier exclusivity. Complementing this is the city's finest bartender; The Ginger Wizard, Dan, whose skillful mixology and attentiveness elevates the experience to an art form. Whether you're looking to party or indulge in first-class service, Madarae sets the bar for San Francisco's nightlife.

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    Tiena L.

    A very unique bar in the heart of San Francisco. Such interesting people and decor. A little bit of everything here. Young and old, people dressed over the top and some casual, literally anything goes here. They were playing house music when I was there on a Saturday night. Very friendly staff shout out to bouncer Gregory lol.

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    Jenna T.

    Hella inconspicuous on the outside and hella detailed inside. Variety of decor works for this place with jungle vibe wallpaper and gold infused wallpaper on the ceiling. Velvet couches and marble tables make this place a vibe. They have happy hour 4pm-7pm with light bites and a few cocktails. The cocktails look pretty and are strong which is appreciated. Our waitress was friendly and made sure we were able to put in some bites minutes before happy hour ended. We ordered the crispy Mac and cheese balls and fried oyster deviled eggs. My drink was the Sally something which was a tequila with hisbiscus and honey and other things. It was delicious! My friend ordered a non-alcoholic drink but asked for a shot of vodka and the waitress was impressed. She thought about ordering it for herself next time she's off lol The light bites were satisfying. Definitely can tell they take their time prepping, making, and plating it. Even just for some happy hour bar bites, it was definitely an elevated look and taste. With the upper level and sizeable stage, this place looks more like a club than a bar. Can't wear to come back here!

    The house music was nice and the tables to get a drink were also affordable. This is an older crowd (around 35+) I feel like. They play house music with a different set of DJs but I was only there for the beginning part of the night. The bouncer outside was very nice but the one in the building was not. He kept flashing his light in people's faces and it was blinding!

    Vanessa D.

    when I tell you me and my partner had one of the best nights in SF, I mean, it's literally because of Madarae. Came across this location via an Instagram post and love supporting new businesses. I made a reservation through Yelp that was confirmed 2 days later. I also slid into their Instagram DMs to ask them additional questions and they were very responsive. SERVICE: it was absolutely TOP tier. Most of the night, we were taken care of by Phoenix (the manager) who was incredibly phenomenal. When I tell you I felt like we were celebrities, I don't think I've ever gotten this level of royalty treatment. The attention we received, the kindness and just overall great service was unforgettable. FOOD: I'm not going to lie, I was not expecting the food to SLAP as hard as it did but when I tell you I'd come here just for the food, I mean I'd come here just for the food! We got the chimichurri fries which were perfectly crispy, the grilled cheese with bacon on sourdough bread (delicious but sourdough isn't my top choice of bread so that is why this wasn't #1 FOR ME, but it was so good). Finally we got the Ahi tuna tacos--when I tell you those MELTED IN MY MOUTH I mean, YUM! Those were 100% my fave! DRINK: I started off with the Alice Smith which was pretty tasty and then continued with Long Island ice teas that weren't the strongest that I've ever had but they were good. My partner had the Big Daddy beer and if you saw what he looks like, absolutely hilarious to have him drink a beer called "Big Daddy". I love it AMBIANCE: we arrived a little before 830pm. Though I wasn't keeping up with the time, we definitely arrived at a transition time where the "day" people were finishing up and the "night" people were about to arrive. I think by 11/1130pm, lights had been dimmed, the place was packed and everyone was dancing. OMG ! They had violinist playing! Like he was absolutely amazing!!! That, I have never seen. OVERALL: 14/10. This was legitimately one of the best nights I've had since moving to SF in 2022. Also, I am making a "love note" video about our experience there, keep an eye out, I'll send it to you via Instagram once I'm done and I'll also post it here ! I may or may not have found my favorite evening spot in SF

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    Amy L.

    Happened to stumble across this spot on the way to happy hour after work. The intriguing neon lights lured us in. It turned out to be an even better location. Inside was pretty empty since it just opened and early in the day. The decoration inside is awesome with the animated pink swirls on the wall all the way to the ceiling. We got to sit on velvety sofas. Drinks were great. I liked the fruit cocktail Alice Smith that came with a little star floating on top. Would caution against the drink with gochujang which was strong and spicy. Overall, had an amazing time here. Such a cool spot to visit and take in the trippy pink atmosphere. And conveniently located at the heart of FiDi.

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    It's the best bar out there!! They gave us a deal and the ticket deals during their events is always the best especially the 2 for one!

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    This is a nice club with elegant vibes and atmosphere and great music / DJs. I always have fun here!

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    Everyone from the Madarae team is very friendly and hospitable, they throw amazing parties everytime

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    Nice spot for the weekend fun. I've seen 2 djs so far and enjoyed it very much. They also make good cocktails.

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    The food was good and it wasn't too difficult to book a reservation. The rooms decor also looks pretty nice.

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    bad service, they don't think about the money and not about the well being of the customer but the place is beautiful

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    Could you describe the types of entertainment or live performances that take place in your bar, such as live music, DJs, or themed nights?

    It's mostly DJs playing popular Top 40s music. But once every couple of weeks, it'll be a big DJ from out of the country playing really good house music

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    Review Highlights - Madarae

    BRILLIANT talent by Dj Spooky and Chris Claus (hybrid dj, guitarist, violinist).. gorgeous space, super friendly staff and wonderful owners.

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    The View Lounge

    4.1(2.1k reviews)
    0.4 miUnion Square, SoMa, Financial District
    $$

    I visited The View Lounge on a random Monday night and was surprised by how busy it was. The lounge…read morewas packed, so be prepared to wait a bit for seating since it's first come, first served. You can order drinks directly at the bar or find an open seat and have a server take your order. It took us about 10 minutes of walking around before we finally found a table. Although the service was a little slow at first because of how busy it was, once we were helped, the experience was excellent. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome. The food is definitely on the pricier side, but it's well worth it. Everything we ordered was delicious, and the martinis were especially impressive. If you're looking for a relaxing spot with breathtaking views of the San Francisco skyline, The View Lounge is a great choice. The combination of great cocktails, tasty food, and the incredible city views makes it a place I'd happily visit again.

    My partner brought me here on Saturday. We arrived around 6:30 and had no trouble getting a table…read morewith a view. Service as great, friendly and quick! Servers were frequently walking around attending to all the tables. We loved everything we ate except the tuna ( we didn't like the sauce) the tuna was great we just didn't like the sauce For drinks we had the Garden Fizz, Paloma, and Lycheetini. All wonderful For food we had : charcuterie board, prawn cocktail ( HUGE prawns and my second favorite dish), ahi tuna tataki, chicken adobo tacos and the Prosciutto flatbread ( my favorite!) For dessert we shared the Ube Crème Brûlée I wanted to try the house made chips cause they looked delicious but I was too full. Definitely a great place to come and celebrate!

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

    Cityscape

    4.1(594 reviews)
    0.7 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.

    One of the server that helped us was borderline rude and body shaming. I ordered the truffle potato…read morechips and for the last one he looked at me winked and said for your diet. He was an older white man with a beard who the servers told me was jose. It was extremely belittling and rude. Do not come here if you want to be disrespected and it's sad because the drinks and food were good. After I gave a small tip they even try to come up to you to try to change and contest the amount.

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    The Beehive - Beauty Mark

    The Beehive

    4.3(454 reviews)
    2.4 miMission
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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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    Shelby's Rooftop Lounge

    3.9(408 reviews)
    0.5 miSoMa
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    Walked in on a Friday night around 9:30 pm after missing our dinner reservation elsewhere and we…read morewere able to snag a table indoors with no wait! The view is absolutely gorgeous from indoors, with wraparound floor to ceiling windows giving you a panoramic view of the city. Setting is a lot more intimate and cozy. The menu is only one side, leaving no frills but something for every diet. They have a live DJ playing music making this restaurant truly the perfect place to start your weekend. We ordered the roasted bone marrow and chicken caesar salad for our appetizers. Both great and pretty filling together, the portions for the salad were more than generous. We ordered the mushroom risotto and braised short rib for our main entrees. The mushroom risotto had the perfect amount of parmesan and butter, this alone was filling enough. Short rib was pretty dry, paired well with the risotto but overall we could've done without. The staff is quick to refill your drinks but the food does come out pretty slowly, highly recommend ordering everything at once so you're not waiting for your entrees. Would come again but book a reservation in advance for the outdoor seating.

    As lovely as the view is here, I definitely did not get to enjoy my time here as much as I would…read morehave hoped. I was dining alone and it seemed like they decided when I was done ordering from the menu. I ordered a oaxacan old fashioned and the cheese charcuterie board, which was absolutely delicious! That was all the food I got to try, though. After finishing my drink, I asked the waiter who came over about the strongest drink on their menu, which he said was the oaxacan. That sounded great, so I asked for a refill. However he then took the menu without saying anything which confused me a bit. After returning with my drink he thanked me for joining them so I figured that was them signaling I was done ordering! I would have loved to try more food from their menu but I ended up leaving to another restaurant. Plus, 40 dollars for one mediocre drink is pretty crazy.

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