Y'know, I've never been in here for a drink, much less a beer. Shocker, I know. That's because when I walk on Haight, as I often do, I usually go from the Upper to the Lower. That means when I'm shuffling toward Market Street and happen to be in the mood for a cocktail, I would've already made my stop in the Upper Haight at spots like Zam Zam or The Mad Dog in the Fog. So I'd be fully snockered by the time I get to this block. At least that's my story. However, even without a booze break, I still get hungry, especially on my way home in the late afternoon. I figured this would be the place to get a good pub burger, and I was right. They offer four burgers, and I went with the $18 Mushroom Swiss Burger. Accompanied by fries, the beef was medium rare and juicy in a fluffy brioche bun with aioli, sautéed mushrooms, melted Swiss, tomato, and lettuce (Photo 7). Standard, I know, but tasty and satisfying. FOOD - 4 stars...the kind of pub burger I wanted AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...friendly tavern, will stick around some other time SERVICE - 4 stars...quite efficient bartender TOTAL - 4 stars...i might stop for a cocktail next time RELATED - Exploring the Haight? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/OS5C2LmQbq read more

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Stopped here while walking around the neighborhood on a warm weekday - San Francisco was in the middle of a heat wave, so it felt like the perfect excuse to stop for a cold beer (or three). I actually used to live in the neighborhood and the last time I came here was back in the '80s, and it's great to see that it really hasn't changed much at all. The bartender was friendly and they had a good selection of beers on tap and in bottles. I stuck with beer, while my wife ordered a vodka soda and appreciated the generous pour. Overall, a great neighborhood bar to cool off and relax. Nice to see some places in the city stay true to themselves read more

Great place to grab a quick drink before dinner. This is a casual, order at the bar for both food and drinks kind of place. The whole bar smelled like weed during my visit but it was convenient to get a drink and catch-up with my bestie before our dinner reservations. read more

Nickies - Gin and tonic (left) vodka and juice (right) - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

You're better off going to Toranado or walking to Grumpy's in North Beach. The previous reviewers that talked about the bartenders is true, all have an attitude like they're just mad any patron showed up at their bar. read more

Great vibe with regulars and friendly bartenders, seems to be dog-friendly too as there were a few when I was there. Plenty of TVs showing sports and the food and beers are excellent. I plan on staying in Lower Haight more often now when I'm in the city and can't wait to return. Maybe I'll be a regular there one day haha read more

All the bar food was good, I particularly loved the onion rings! This is a very classic neighborhood bar, nothing fancy but a fine option for a drink. The others here seemed to be friends with the bartenders, so a good vibe! read more

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Really sucks that I have to write this bad of a review considering that the food, environment, and waitress was all good. Unfortunately the bartender COMPLETELY ruined this place for me. My friends got drinks from him and did not want to walk back to the bar because this man was rude towards them. When I went up to order my food, the guy got angry and muttered mean stuff under his breath. He also argued with me that I was taking too long to order my food. I have never had a worse encounter with a bartender in my life and because of it, I'm unfortunately not coming back. read more

Came with friends for a meal for St. Patrick's Day. Awful bartender, zero communication.

Been back to Nickie's Near work Met the bartenders Tacos pretzels etc Fun and good times read more

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I love this bar! Always a great vibe here! This is a solid neighborhood bar and the bartenders here know how to take care of you. One of the better and more chill bars in the city. Shout out to one of my favorite bartenders 10/10 recommended! Also, their food is peak! read more

Bartender and bouncer tried fighting me because I left $1 tip on a $8 beer.. it felt very much like discrimination from them why else would they care so much read more

Wow the fried chicken sandwich was THE BEST! (I know fried ) but soooo good! Also the bartender was a sweetie what a great spot.. Thank you! read more

Nickies - Bar view. - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

The kitchen is better than the bar unfortunately. All but one of the bartenders are rude, short, and snooty. Every time I visited they tried closing my tab without telling me, well before closing hours, which is an epidemic among "certain" SF establishments. They benefit mostly from being dog-friendly and that's it. There are better bars nearby without the toxicity and shady stuff. read more

To be honest, the thing I hate most is making negative reviews about a business. The one thing I will say I don't know anything about the food or anything else but what I experienced with a single Bartender was absolutely insane. As a bartender, I've never felt so insecure or belittled in my entire life he seriously needed a lot of work on communication because all I was trying to do was have a fun time and he obviously could not do that. I honestly cannot say if I would not recommend this place based on anyone else, but for this one specific person, I would never recommend it to anybody, including my own mother.. read more

Sigh I hate to leave this review bc I absolutely love going to trivia nights here even though my team always does terrible. I came here with a few friends last week for trivia night and got the worst food poisoning of my life. We ordered chili cheese fries, wings that came with celery and carrots, and fried cauliflower. Everything tasted fine but later that evening, I began to feel queasy and started throwing up from 3am - 10am. The food poisoning has lasted a week and I even had to go to the ER at one point for stomach pain. I initially thought it was the chili cheese fries that got me but apparently everyone ate that. By process of elimination, we think it was actually the carrots and celery, since I ate most of it and the only other person who ate a few felt a bit nauseous. Tldr: I still love the vibes of nickies and trivia is p great. I have come to trivia here a few times and this is my first time dying so hence the 3 stars instead of 1. I'll still come back for trivia but probably just won't order food and will get a beer instead read more

My buddy and I dropped in to catch the warriors game! Loved the big space and we grabbed a pitcher with some delicious nachos and FRICKLES!!! Definitely want to go back and try other foods! read more

The waitresses here are absolutely rude and unprofessional, amongst other negative traits. Stay far away. There are far too many nearby better options. read more

Great atmosphere , burger was good , bartenders were great . But was really surprised to find blood on my pint of Guinness . Someone serving it must have cut their hand? Not sure but it was pretty gross. I don't usually leave reviews but that should never happen . The bartender was really nice though and got me another drink , so gotta be happy about that . read more

Surprised I haven't written a review for this place, also surprised there are so many rave reviews. I mean, the place is solid - you get exactly what you expect - a dive-ish sports bar, lots of TVs and seating, etc. However, the food is super duper sub par and the bartenders aren't always the most friendly. Regardless, we'll continue to come here as long as we live in the area. Been here at least 3-4 times now. I've had the burger, chicken wings, cauliflower, and the bistec con papas. The Yucantan/Mexican food is not that great in my experience, at least not the bistec. Super flavorless. The burger was about the same, nothing special and over salted, not cooked as I requested. Wings were also whatever, but the buffalo cauliflower was good! Overall kind of what you expect from a place like this, nothing more nothing less. read more

Amazing food and great vibes for a neighborhood bar! Fresh juices for the drinks, the Sage Hey Kid is delicious

Came by for trivia night, which happens on Tuesdays at 7pm. My friend made a reservation, which is recommended for trivia night. Nickie's is a cozy spot with an incredibly friendly staff. The menu offers typical bar drinks and bites- whether you're craving a strong drink or a light beer, a snack or a meal, you'll find something here. The trivia was well-organized and decently challenging. It wasn't as large or elaborate as other bar trivias I've been to, but it was a good time nonetheless! read more

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I just came by Nickie's for the first time since pre-Covid, and I think they have new management or something. They have a new Yucatán menu (on top of the normal bar food) that is really great! I came for the Tuesday 7:00 trivia, and it was a great vibe! The trivia was really fun, and the food was delicious! We had the bistec con papas and la cochinita - I highly recommend both! read more

Nickies - La cochinita - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I work near Nickie's - but I come here more than every other day, not out of necessity or even though convenience (though obviously it's conveniently located for me) There are MANY reason to come here! Get here! #1 Staff -- from owner to bartenders to the chef -- kind, cool and knowledgeable and ready to help #2 Food -- any bar can pour a shot... but getting seriously consistent excellent food!! That's a challenge most bars don't rise to the occasion for. Nickie's chef makes it happen EVERY day with specials too! (Thank you clam chowder --inspiring this review as I wolf it down in Between words) So many great things it seems limited to list.. but grilled chicken FTW -- pulled pork torta and mole hiding on the menu as fabulous and unexpected! -- Turkey chili skillet and Caesar salad w grilled chicken to delight anytime -- and a Reuben not to be missed! #3 Cleanliness -- SO clean! Bar, restrooms, floors, kitchen (all open to view!) yay #4 Atmosphere -- excellent sports bar tv locations and selections, tons of seating, a couple outdoor spots for smoking inclined guests, cool people selecting cool music that can appeal to quite a few + everything has a place in this bar and makes sense and was done in excellent taste No photos because I inhale all food instantly here read more

Nickies! Really solid sports bar in the Haight! Came here the other night, right around the shift change. It seemed like I arrived when it was regulars and people who work in the area grabbing a bite before their shift. I was totally ready for booze, and the staff didn't disappoint. They had multiple TV's up, playing various games. Really good bar to watch games and such. After a bit, I realized I should food up before more boozing. Responsible drinking is my middle name, if I had one. One of the staff highly recommended the fish sandwich. OMG. Seriously the biggest piece of fish ever. Basically they slapped a fish and chips in the middle of two buns and adding some tomatoes. The price to quantity ratio was spot on, and the fish was moist and yummy. After my friend arrived, we also had an order of the naked wings...which was just okay. Probably should get something tossed. Without the sauce, the wings were on the dry side. Also SHOUT OUT to the bartender, Mito! He had me happily drinking but never too much. read more

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I don't ever write reviews but I felt unsafe and unwelcome at this bar. It's a very sketchy place and the bartender is insane, rude and probably drunk. The bartender's friends were the only ones there and they were also very drunk and aggressive. We went in because my friend had to use the bathroom and we got some beers because we didn't want to be rude. We left immediately because they turned up the music so loud that we couldn't talk. We realized walking back home that my friend left her purse on the chair at the bar and when we went back, they kept trying to kick us out and didn't help at all. One of them kept threatening us when we were waiting outside for the cops and the bartender didn't do anything about it considering that this person was his friend. After waiting for an hour, we finally left and got home and the bartender called us immediately and said he "found it" and gaslighted my friend into thinking she left it at a spot that none of us even knew existed because we only sat at the bar and we left immediately after ordering our beers. We will never be going back and would never recommend this place to anyone. read more

Millertime Trivia at Nickies on Tuesdays. 100% original, unscripted, and entertaining. The Best.

Great place for warrior games Good food, friendly staff and the bathrooms were immaculate Will definitely be back for more games read more

Time: 1:30PM Date: Tuesday 10/20/2020 Price: $$ Dishes ordered: Bistec con papas COVID safety: 4.5/5 Service: 5/5 Flavor: 4/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 Portion size: 3.5/5 Had lunch in the parklet right outside. The sun warmed me up perfectly as I waited for my food. Everything came out in plastic recyclable containers (with plastic utensils as well). No one else was out at the restaurant, which I loved, so COVID safety wasn't an issue. Waiter was very nice, nothing stood out. Rice and beans were phenomenal, but the cut of beef was unexpected given the description of "stew". It was a little salty but overall quite good. Though the dish looked small, I was much fuller than I had expected. Would definitely come again, but only if I happened to be in the area. read more

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It's a great neighborhood spot! Steph will definitely get your drinks with a smile or serve some of her specialty cocktails.. ( 5 *****) Excellent food! Fish and chips is my favourite. (5 *****) The only issue here is the ketchup! it is second grade.. no heinz. (1 *...) I hope they go back to HEINZ!HEINZ!HEINZ! read more

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We came here yesterday and loved it! Down to earth staff and really great energy. The chef was running behind so they gave us complimentary chips and salsa which was awesome. They were rocking indie hits and had both Irish and Mexican food. We tried the corned beef reuben and look forward to coming back for the pork plate. Great area with tons of character, would definitely recommend coming here then walking down Haight to the vintage shops. read more

Oh Nickies, why don't I visit you more often? I need to trek outside the 'Divisadero Corridor' and check out the gems that Lower Haight has to offer. Nickies is one of them. Nickies is a solid and well maintained Irish joint with TVs throughout the bar area, and even a DJ booth. When my friends and I stopped by a few weeks ago, the DJ was playing some digalicious old and modern beats. Thankfully, the music wasn't too loud so we could actually hear each other. Nickies is stocked with your standard spirits and plenty of beer on tap. Can you say HO? HO HO HO (Tis the season, hee hee)! Yup, they have my beloved Hoegaarden on tap! Awesomeness! Not many bars have this gorgeous white and refreshing Belgian beer on tap, so I didn't think twice about what my drink of choice would be for the evening. It doesn't always have to be about the Grey Goose for me, as I like to mix it up. AnywHOoters, I had to have a few rounds of the HO, ya know? Will need to return to NIckies to maybe check out their Monday Trivia Night, but most definitely to try their food, and to get more HO on tap! Cheers! read more

Nickies - Gin & Tonic and the HO on tap! - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

I liked it so much I went twice - in one day! Around noon I wandered in looking to kill a bit of time while my tattoo artist finished up my sketch. I didn't want to drink before my tattoo but they had so many temptations it was a struggle to say no. They were offering an awesome brunch menu when we stumbled in and though I wasn't hungry there is no such thing as too much food when you get a tattoo. I opted for a pancake. The bartender was kind enough to tell me they were quite large so I opted for just one. Thank goodness because they were quite large. 1 was plenty for a "snack." When it arrived I cut it open and saw the yummy mascarpone inside. I added a tiny amount of maple syrup and bit into heaven. I get nervous about the first bit of any pancake - will it be mush, will it be crunchy, will it have flavor or just be weird batter. The mascarpone was great inside of the pancake. Great flavor. It was so good in fact I told my wife we should come by after my tattoo and try their dinner menu. Yes, there are plenty of options in the area but c'mon a slamming fancy pancake for brunch necessitates a return trip... within a few hours if possible - haha. Many hours later, after my tattoo was finished, we wandered back in for drinks and dinner. We rolled up to the bar and settled in on the comfortable barstools. Why do I mention they are comfortable? My wife has trouble sitting at bars because her feet never touch the floor or the barstool cross bar. These however had the perfect size cushion as well as a foot rest. I feel for everyone else on the short side height wise, this is a perk. I ordered the rib eye and wifey opted for the shrimp po' boy. The rib eye was delivered about halfway through my beer. I don't usually like brussels sprouts but apparently, once drowned in sugar and vinegar, I am a huge fan! The rib eye had good flavor but the flavoring was a bit strong by the time I was approaching the last few bites. The potatoes were great and had the skins mixed in which broke up the texture for a nice change. The wifey wanted more heat in her po' boy but aside from lacking the spice and heat she said the portion was nice. Overall, the vibe and food in this place are both awesome. Come in, watch a game, chat with some friends and enjoy this place. read more

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A good neighborhood bar if you're in the lower haight. Out of my way to get here but the food was really good and drinks as well. Good prices. Good amount of tables and chairs. A good hang out spot. Our server last night was a bit slow. Didn't really ask if we needed anything, we had to flag her down, sorry chased her down. That was a bummer. But lets go WARRIORS! read more

Nickies - Fried Chicken, BBQ wings, Nachos, yum! - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Omggg that shepherds pie!! Ridiculous. I am very particular and picky and it was on point. It is made with beef not lamb but packed with flavor and def from scratch. Also.. I love my ranch but I am particular and will not touch hidden valley or any anything that tastes processed. Ranch is house made. Last.. those Brussel sprouts! Also on point. I was here in the day and was very quiet but great atmosphere and the bartender was so sweet and gave me a bunch of good places to visit in the city. Def a place to check out for good food and relaxing atmosphere read more

Nickies - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

Went here last night, Monday 3/20 at 10pm. We looked at the hours on Yelp and it stated the bar closes at 12. We walked in and were immediately told they were closing but they will serve one drink. We decided to sit down and we could tell we weren't welcome. We were treated extremely rude. I get it people have bad days but wow. Please don't visit this place. There are so many other great places to support. Don't bother coming here. Rude service. read more

Had an incredibly bad experience with the bartender who was being very sketchy/rude and I wouldn't recommend this place. Stay away!

I love this place - it has a weird home town feel in the middle of San Francisco. The food is amazing, get the Ruben, and the bartenders and staff are all incredibly nice. Giving the 5th star because one of the bartenders (Chris? Tall bald guy) poured out half full water glasses and ice cube into the street trees because of the drought. I loved that and I'll keep going back. read more

Wanted to check out a new place for brunch and bottomless mimosas. Found Nickies on Yelp and definitely thought we should try it out! First off, if you are trying to find a place that is a crazy, fun, a place with loud music, etc. this is not the place to go. My group and I weren't trying to find a place like that, but thought of something more mellow but the same kind of vibes. Nickies was more of a calm place as a whole. The bottomless mimosas in particular were pretty good, not the best I've ever had, but they got the job done. At one point, we asked the server if we could just have the carafe they were using rather so we could fill them up ourselves. The food was really good too, definitely not something we were expecting. I got the breakfast burrito with the hash brown casserole. It was delicious! The pricing for food was what you would normally pay in San Francisco for brunch, so we were not surprised. read more

Nickies - Breakfast burrito - American Near Me - San Francisco, California

This place was great, I ordered takeout steak nachos and bar nachos never seem to disappoint me‼ The cook got down and the meat was season and tender to perfection. I loved how the pico de Gallo tasted. Just maybe extra sour cream next time lol if though you have to pay for it. It was still excellent I will be back. I work right across the street. Love the setup will be back to watch a game and chill! read more

If you're looking for a great happy hour spot after work, that also serves great food - Nickies is your spot. Happy hour goes until 7, so there is plenty of time for dollar off pints and $5 wells. The whiskey BBQ wings and the shrimp tacos were so good. Left very full & happy. read more