Intimate, hilarious and stiff... ...drinks. Come with a crew or meet your friends or meet new friends. Its a famous neighborhood bar that takes you into the past to where you belong. read more

(would be 10 stars if I could!) If you're looking for a spot that checks all the boxes--drinks, vibe, music, and personality--Martuni's is it. I stopped in yesterday around 5:30 PM on April 13, 2026 with a dear former coworker, and from the moment we walked in, it felt like one of those classic San Francisco gems you're lucky to find. Let's start with the martinis --because WOW. I had the pineapple tamarind martini, and it was absolutely on point. Perfectly balanced, smooth, and flavorful without being overpowering. The kind of drink you sip and immediately want another . My friend had two different martinis, and honestly, everything coming out of that bar looked incredible. You can tell they take their cocktails seriously here. The atmosphere is exactly what you want from a place like this--dimly lit, cozy, and full of character . It has that intimate, slightly old-school piano bar feel that just works. Not too loud, not too quiet--just right for conversation and enjoying the moment. Bonus points for the popcorn --simple, nostalgic, and somehow the perfect pairing with a martini. Now the entertainment --this is where Martuni's really shines. Live piano music set the tone early, and later a singer came in and elevated the whole experience. It felt like a mix of lounge, cabaret, and neighborhood hangout all in one. And I have to shout out our server --she was amazing. Super attentive, quick with a joke, and made us feel completely taken care of. I wish I remembered her name (again... might've been the martinis ), but she definitely made the night even better. This is the kind of place you come for one drink and end up staying for hours. Whether you're catching up with friends, on a date, or just want a fun, feel-good night out--this spot delivers. 5 stars, easy. Would absolutely be 10 if Yelp let me. I'll be back. read more

Interesting bar where they serve a ton of different variants of martinis. Some were just ok and some were really good. The apple martini and the espresso martini was just ok while the orange creamsicle martini was actually really good. They have like a live music area but it was all full and fairly crowded by Saturday night midnight. I think there is even karaoke over there. Overall a cool place to chill and check out if you're in that party of the city. read more

Martuni's - Orange creamsicle martini was the best imo - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

Wow... I enjoyed myself so much tonight. Great atmosphere, talent singing and an amazing piano player through it all! read more

Martuni's - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

Service staff was friendly and prompt. The martinis were pretty solid. Got three different kinds the first was the pineapple one which tasted good but had a foam. I asked if they had added egg white and they said it was an egg white substitute but there is no mention of it on the manu so was unexpected and probably not needed. My favorite was probably the lemon drop. Atmosphere is loud and vibrant. I think when a show or karaoke is happening it's pretty fun. Idk if someone had gotten sick earlier but there was some kind of smell lingering read more

Martuni's - Pineapple martini - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

Server with mustache was a bit rude. Took menu away immediately after ordering first round. I let him know it was our first time and he did not acknowledge anything or provide recommendations. We asked for water and he just rudely said "got it". Just not the most welcoming experience. Female employee who brought us popcorn was extremely sweet. Just don't understand the necessity of being rude and cold in a client facing role, as someone who works a client facing position. read more

This is one of those neighborhood music bars I keep in mind when I want something easy and fun without a whole production. I've come here with friends and on a date, and it works well for both comfortable, social, and neighborhood bar vibes with a mix of age ranges Earlier in the evening it's pretty relaxed, but later at night is when it really comes alive. People who actually know how to sing start showing up, the crowd fills in, and the energy shifts in a good way. It ends up feeling more like a mini live-music hang than a chaotic karaoke bar, which I appreciate. Drink prices are average for SF, so nothing surprising there and the service has always been fine for me. No long waits and there's no weird attitude. It's a solid and dependable spot when you want good vibes and a fun crowd that makes the night! read more

Martuni's - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

Visiting from UK. What magical , beautiful bright vibing place. Mysterious and rewarding. If there is one thing you can improve on, it's the piano players mic. So muffled, sometimes a whisper. At the back of the room you can't hear much at all. I'm at the back of the room, he's doing a great animated Sebastian but we can barely hear his energy. Wonderful man, I'm sorry , you do rock ( prob why people talk over you) I'll be back. Actually, maybe adjust both mic's 4 stars because it's a challenge to find a spot to stand still in the back room and not bother the glass bussing lady ( who can also sing) Pack in tight, don't be shy...Yes, great variety of martinis, the cost of the drinks cover it all. read more

Great vibes. Dark and ambient, with holiday jazz (at the time). The martinis are heavy on the vodka side. I think they sometimes have piano and singing but not when I was there. read more

Great martinis, classy vibe, and a fun surprise performance I stopped by Martinis in San Francisco while looking for a chill spot to grab a good drink and I'm so glad I did. The vibe is intimate and relaxed, with live performances in the back that make it feel like a hidden gem. As a dirty martini lover, I was impressed by the variety on their cocktail list from their famous Lemon Drop to a solid Sidecar. I ordered a Filthy Gin Martini; my first round was a little watered down, but the bartender remade it for me without hesitation, and the second one was perfect , strong, balanced, and smooth. I didn't even need another after that one. Prices were reasonable too about $13-14 per martini and the pours were generous. The highlight of the night was when a few guests (who turned out to be performers) sang an impromptu number at the end of the evening -- it gave the place real charm and personality. The service was friendly, and the atmosphere felt grown and comfortable. My only tiny wish? I'd love a few small snacks or bites to pair with the drinks -- but that's just the foodie in me talking. Overall, a great experience. I'll definitely be back for another round. read more

Martuni's - Bar area - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

Lovely piano bar and good drinks! I believe that there's different seating times for the room in the back in the piano, where people are able to come, sit around, enjoy their drinks, and listen to others play/sing and play/sing themselves! Many customers were talented singers the night that I went, and there are many regulars and professional musicians that bring a fun vibe. I tried their Lychee Martini drink, which was slightly sweet and refreshing. There was minimal alcoholic taste and a good, strong lychee taste. The atmosphere was lively and cozy, making it a good spot for drinks with friends or a casual night out! read more

Martuni's - Lychee Martini - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

I love this place! They have any martini you could think of. There is always something going on in the back room whether it is jazz or karaoke. Fun place for some live music and chatting with friends. read more

Martuni's - Creamsicle Martini - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Bad experience in general. Bad music, bad service, too hot, uncomfortable! Not recommended!

this was my first time going to martuni's! i would absolutely come back here. i got the specialty candy cane martini which tasted good. the ambiance and vibe is awesome. live pianist and people performing karaoke. it was really fun to go around the holidays. we were sitting at a table and had someone serving us. it was really busy so it did take a bit to get a drink. read more

Martuni's - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

Amazing martinis in such a cool setting! Wish I could stay for the dueling pianos! Owner is absolutely charming. read more

Martuni's - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came to this bar on a night out while visiting SF and was very pleased by the speakeasy vibes, drink selection, and piano bar. I like sweeter and more uncommon drinks and liquors so I was excited to try the Creamsicle (vanilla vodka, orange, triple sec) and Cherry Blossom (black cherry rum, lemon, sparkling wine) martinis. The creamsicle martini was very good, though I would have liked it to be a little creamier instead of mostly orange flavored. The cherry martini, however, was not good at all. It kind of tasted like a black cherry white claw instead of a martini. The taste alone wouldn't have been that much of a problem, but we soon noticed that our drink started to clump up and aggregate. This led to an unpleasant texture and made us unsure of the drink since we didn't think that rum should interact like that with the other ingredients in the cocktail. Though the drink was unfortunate, I was still very happy with the atmosphere and fun of getting to hear people perform at the piano bar. I would still like to go back another time and maybe just try a new drink. read more

Martuni's - Cherry Blossom Martini foam after a few minutes - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

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We didn't eat at the location but we sure did drink! Our martinis were delicious and HUGE! So much fun to have such an 'old school' experience. I personally love a dirty martini and their extra dirty option lived up to the name. Friends were super impressed by the lemon drop! The vibes are amazing. It feels like you step back into time into classic San Francisco. You can feel the history and passion. It gets packed so go early! The staff was so friendly, especially for how busy it was, and the music was amazing. If you plan to sign, make sure you can sing well... and it's an older or show tune. You'll see us here again! read more

Martuni's - Extra Dirty Martini - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Martuni's is one of those places that makes you feel lucky to have a "local." The live music is the heart of this spot -- the piano playing is fantastic, and every single person who sings here is insanely talented. Seriously, the level of singing is Broadway-quality, and you can feel how much love and joy goes into every performance. I always leave happier than when I arrived. The vibe is intimate, welcoming, and perfect whether you're popping in solo or bringing friends. And while it is a martini bar (and a great one), they have a huge variety of martini-adjacent drinks, so even friends who "don't like martinis" will easily find something they love. This is the kind of place you come back to again and again -- for the music, the atmosphere, and the way it makes you feel. A true neighborhood gem. read more

Martuni's - Pianist - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I absolutely loved my experience here. The decor was elevated and the piano room was very fun! My martini was perfect. Great spot for a date night or GNO. Can't wait to go back! read more

Martuni's - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

Loved my first Martuni's experience! Came with a friend on a Friday night around 9 and it was so lively inside -- we found some standing room in the back and ended up staying way longer than expected just listening to the tunes! Joe is a gem of a piano player and you're in for a treat of disney tunes and other old school classics with some crazy good singers in the crowd. Drinks were also strong and smooth. Highly recommend coming! read more

Martuni's - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

My first time going to a piano bar and Martuni's was a wonderful place to visit during a night out. I came on a friday night and it was packed with groups of people throughout. Dim interior with plenty of seating + booths in the first room; the bar had plenty of space to order as well. Service was quick considering the number of orders they had. Their martinis are fantastic: we got the watermelon martini which came with a huge slice of watermelon and the lemon drop martini which had a really nice citrus flavor. There was a live piano player who played + sang lots of classics. Seemed like a lot of the audience were regulars too -- some of them seemed to know the player well and even went up to sing with him as well. Overall, the vibes were fantastic: everyone was singing along and enjoying the show. definitely seems like a local favorite! read more

Martuni's - Watermelon martini, lemon drop martini - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came here after dinner at Zuni's to end my night with some martinis. It was a Sunday at around 10, and there was a decent crowd coming in and out. There's two sections, the area where they have live music and a sit down bar area, and we stayed at the bar. I got the lychee martini and it hit the spot. Lychee garnish might've been my favorite part. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area!! read more

Martuni's - Lychee martini - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

Loved this place!!!! The drinks were all very delicious.... as soon as you arrive they serve you some fresh popcorn which is a cool twist !! i came in with a couple friends on a Tuesday night , it wasnt too busy at first but it picked up eventually. dark inside but it makes for a great spot to talk and relax with friends. the french martini was to die for , thats my new go 2 everywhere now. will definitely be back read more

Martuni's - french martini , lychee martini - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great spot for a really delicious martini. They have live music sometimes and an open mic night. It's a great spot for a date. It's a great spot to just hang out by the bar and have a martini. Very delicious. read more

Martuni's - Pineapple martini - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Martuni's was a lot of fun! First time at a piano bar and it was a really good time. The drinks were delicious, I loved the spicy pineapple and the service was quick and efficient. We got there around 8:30 and the piano room opened around 8:45 and was completely filled by 9:15. The songs and performers leaned very theater like, very easy to sing along. Great place for a night out with friends! read more

Martuni's - Spicy Pineapple - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

I have found my new favorite spot! It's a perfect mix between a dive bar + great Gatsby (in my opinion). Staff was fast and kind even during a busy time. The live music was sooo nice!! & the drinks were tasty. ( Dirty + Sour Apple ) will come back to try more. I wish I found this place sooner! read more

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Really nice atmosphere and fun piano bar in the city. We came on a Saturday night and arrived around 9pm which was early enough to get a table in the back room where the performance started a bit later. We were lucky to have come early as it got pretty crowded once the night went on. The crowd is a bit older but we really loved the the old-school feel. We got the espresso martini and watermelon martini. Espresso was good but the watermelon tasted a bit like cough syrup. It wasn't my favorite. The staff were kept busy but they were very friendly and responded as quickly as they could. read more

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We had a great experience at Martuni's last night! The lychee martinis were incredible. I loved the ambiance of this place too - it felt like a classic music lounge with great cocktails. read more

Delicious cocktails but terrible, forgettable service. Met up a friend today at the table by the bar and not once did they show up since I arrived to take my order, a whole group came right next to us like literally two minutes after my arrival and they were immediately greeted and their orders were taken. I waited about 30 minutes to see if they would come to check up on us, not once did they. So I go up to the bar and order a martini and they look visibly annoyed, still get my martini. I ask to keep it open and they say they can't and that I have to close out otherwise I could just go back to my table and start a tab with a server WHO NEVER ARRIVED. Just very condescending and loopholey. As soon as I rejoin my friend, the server comes back THEN to check on us and asks if we're good. Well obviously so. An hour passes, they come back again and we get another round, ok cool. What gets me is when we close out, they ask if we need anything else, I say water then he goes. When he comes back, he gives my friend the water like if she asked for it, doesn't acknowledge me and thanks HER for her patronage. I just felt really ignored. Is it because I'm brown? I hate to make it about race but everyone else there was white and was receiving exceptional service lol. Will I go back again? No. read more

One of my go to spots in the city when a guest comes to town. Amazing martinis, and a piano bar in the back after 9:30 pm with some high calibre talent (usually guided by Joe, the amazing pianist). This isn't a karaoke bar, I've seen some bangerrr singers here. And on Mondays, touring broadway talent have been known to appear. read more

Fantastic experience at Martuni's! The energy is so high here; it's really nice seeing a thriving business in the midst of the city slow-down. I can definitely see why it's doing so well too--the drinks are fantastic here and the decor is super cute. It has a vibe to it that's hard to explain, like old-school cool. We got lucky and found two seats at the bar, but large groups may have issues. I got the French 75 and it was well-balanced and easy to drink. I was surprised how strong it actually was though. I definitely noticed it when I got up! Haha. They gave us popcorn to snack on and never rushed us out. Everyone was friendly even though it was busy, and I felt comfortable in the space. I'm planning to come back on a performance night to really experience martuni's! read more

Martuni's - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

One of my favorite bars in the city - the prices are great, vibes always immaculate, and drinks always tasty. There's a room in the back with a piano and people playing/singing - it's usually a bit crowded so I've never sat back there but one of these days I will! Any visiting guest I've brought here absolutely loves it. Definitely check it out! read more

Martuni's - Dirty martini + lychee martini - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

This guy totally ruined the vibe. He was singing over people and was incredibly rude to someone who was trying to sing for an open mic night. If I were the owner of this place I wouldn't hire this man again. read more

Martuni's - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

Martuni's I have lived in San Francisco since 1995, back when this space was Motor Works, a very different gay bar with a very different vibe. Then came Martuni's, which for years was a gloriously quirky, unapologetically fun gay piano bar that I frequented largely because I lived in the neighborhood and because it was fabulous. Fast forward to 2025. My husband and I stopped in recently and the first thing worth noting is that the place was packed. That part was genuinely great to see. The drinks are still excellent, the piano is still working, and the room still hums with energy. Martuni's remains a San Francisco institution for a reason. But. The gay glory, the unmistakable "oh yes, I'm home" feeling, was not quite there. We found ourselves quietly scanning the room, spotting only faint hints of gay, like trying to tune an old AM radio and wondering if your antenna is broken. Eventually we asked someone who works there if it had turned into a straight bar. The answer was no, but weekends tend to be more straight. And yes. We were absolutely there on Straight Night. To be clear, this is not a complaint about inclusivity. I am glad Martuni's is thriving and welcoming to everyone. Truly. It is just a shift, one that longtime San Franciscans will recognize immediately. The city simply is not the singular gay beacon it once was, and Martuni's reflects that evolution. What you get now is a mixed crowd, a classic piano bar, strong cocktails, and a sultry, old school lounge vibe that still knows how to have fun, just with a different ratio than it used to. We will still come back and will just adjust our expectations and maybe our radars. TL;DR. Still great. Still iconic. Still excellent martinis. Just less gay gasp. read more

Martuni's is probably my favorite cocktail bar in the city. It's super dark inside, they have lots of seating and the back with the piano opens up at 8pm-ish. Martuni's serves up are variety of martini's and their world famous lemon drop. Cocktails are reasonably priced and they taste so fresh, good, and sometimes sweet and creamy. The service is always 12/10, good recommendations and on top of it. I always get the classic lemon drop and it never disappoints! My friend got a dirty filthy martini and when asked for extra olives they really gave her so many! I can't recommend it enough, they have a drink for everyone! The drinks are so easy to drink and the vibes are always there read more

Martuni's - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California

I've been meaning to come here, like, forever. A classic piano bar is frankly hard to come by in this city. Long gone are the days when Doris Day and Rock Hudson could drop by after fantasizing about each other in an open convertible on Riverside Drive. They would come to a place like this after midnight and sing along with the piano chanteuse on "Ya Ya Roly Poly". The interior here consists first of the darkened bar illuminated by lavender lighting under the ice-filled martini glasses. The bigger back room is the nightclub with the pianist playing mellifluously on one side. One by one, people came up the mic and started singing their selections. These were not tone-deaf karaoke drunks. Not by a long shot. They sounded like professional singers auditioning for the next Sondheim revival at the Curran. My hopes of singing all the parts to "Sweeney Todd" to a live audience were dashed. I drowned my sorrows in a luscious $15.50 Espresso Martini well chilled (photo: https://yelp.to/uJOI3fuCV3). I couldn't get a seat in the nightclub, so I stayed in the darkness of the bar with dreams of Broadway stardom up in smoke. COCKTAILS - 4 stars...a smooth espresso martini good enough for Doris and Rock AMBIANCE - 4.5 stars...very cosmopolitan space with an appropriately urbane nightclub SERVICE - 4 stars...adroit barmen TOTAL - 4 stars...a classic piano bar is always worth a visit RELATED - Exploring Hayes Valley? Here's a collection of places I've patronized and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2vdx1yO read more

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That's that me Espresso! Im working late.... cuz im a Singer! or whatever Sabrina Carpenter said in her recent banger. I've heard such good things about this spot from my coworkers, I finally made it a priority to check out. Their martinis are great! Tons of variety. Of course they make such a reliable, good espresso martini. I also ordered the Creamsicle drink that tasted EXACTLY what it sounds like. I also was a fan of their Lemon Drop Martini! I do think that most drinks are on the sweeter end so just be mindful of that if that's generally not your palette. I came on a Sunday night and it was PACKED. People were singing, there was a live piano, and seats were filled. The people of SF know a good bar when it is one! read more

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If you're looking for a great piano bar with theater-leaning music, the back room of Martuni's is a must-go. Many of the people who come can really sing! It can get pretty full sometimes, so come a bit earlier if you want to guarantee a seat. But vibes are good, martinis are strong, and it is overall just a fun time. read more

Key things you need to know that I did not find on the website! They have a "happy hour" from 4-8:30 on Monday and Fridays where it is super low key and casual. Customers and staff know each other like it's the Cheers bar. People with great voices sing all kinds of songs and you can sit and the piano and be a part of it all. I went for my first time this Monday and met the nicest, most talented people at the piano. The drinks were great, the pianist was easy going and funny and I felt very comfortable and welcome. I was going to check it out and see if I wanted to bring some guests who are coming to town this week. I will definitely bring them. This place is something special. read more

I went to Martuni's for the first time the other night to attend a show in the back room and I had a wonderful time! The performer, Joan, was spectacular. Our waitress was on her game and wonderful. I enjoyed the energy and the embrace it felt like it gave me. read more

Martuni's - Espresso Martini - Lounges Near Me - San Francisco, California