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Such a hidden gem! * Green Door ($19) - 5 stars. Fantastic. Not too sweet, well balanced, tasty for all parties whether they like lighter or heavier drinks. Just enough of a hint of matcha. Live jazz music on a Monday night! At 11:30pm they were medium busy but still seating available to watch the jazz band. read more

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Atmosphere: 5/5 aesthetic fits the theme very cool vibe Customer service 5/5 very friendly helpful and attentive Outside: it is non assuming but beware of the steep staircase read more

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There were many unique options and a happy hour deal. The drinks were tasty and the staff were very friendly. I would come back again. read more

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Beautiful drinks with the nicest bartenders + Marcus The drinks are super creative & I loved the inclusion of bitters + the passion fruit flavor/prominence in the Pleasure Palace. read more

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Awesome atmosphere and the bartenders are super cool and helpful with unique drink selection read more

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Jessamyn W.

20 days ago

Great live music and jazz Marcus was an excellent bartender super cool bar dark sultry vibe read more

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Thang N.

30 days ago

Big Shoutout to Aliah for her hospitality and service!! Drinks were top tier and quick! read more

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I stumbled upon this bar on a night out. It looked cute on TikTok. I go down some stairs and the ambience was cute. My friends and I tried a bunch of different drinks and my favorites are the one with matcha or passionfruit. Service by Marcus was great. He recommended the best drink for me based on my usual taste preferences. The only thing I would change is the music. Needs to include Bay Area music and mainstream music. I'll be back! read more

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May D.

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my favorite place to go to. i always order the sultry scarlet from here! vibes are always chill and ambiance is great. bartender juan was so quick and sweet. haven't ordered the popcorn but definitely smells good. read more

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Anh T.

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Persona had both a bar and a club vibe that my friends and I enjoyed this past weekend! When our group of 10 walked in, we ordered our drinks along the bar & then found seating in a more secluded area. There's plenty of space available for seating & a small area in front of the DJ booth for dancing. Overall the music was a bit loud, but great vibe. My friends and I ordered a few drinks, with my favorite being their Matcha Mirage! The drinks were decently priced and all unique, and they were depicted accurately by photo & description in their extensive menu. I loved the strong matcha taste that paired well with the gin base. Friendly bartender! read more

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This place is located underground and you are greeted with these cute neon letters! We went on a Sunday night and they had a live latin band which I loved. We started with the espresso martini and this other one where the rosemary lit on fire which was cool. This was a good an espresso martini so I enjoyed this one. We asked for a recommendation from the bartender so he made us the Porn Star I think is what he called it and it tasted great! They also decked with some Halloween decorations, it seemed to have a lot of seating and space, I would definitely come back here! read more

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Chang L.

5 months ago

Was here on Valentine's Day weekend and was chill. Good drinks in general and nice space. Was sat at a table because we had a reservation which was nice at first. But then big groups kept trying to take up tables meant for 2 people and taking up as much space as they can for themselves. Bunch of middle aged people making out too. read more

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Terence L.

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Such a great bar. I love the vibes and drinks here. Very good service. The matcha drink especially is good. Highly recommend. Juan was the best! Make sure you ask for Juan! read more

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This is such a cute cocktail lounge. Very trendy and minimalist inside and their drink selection is great. There are some very creative and unique drinks on the menu. I saw the Matcha Mirage from other photos on Yelp and wanted to order one for myself as a matcha lover. My husband got the Intersection, even though he's not a fan of bourbon, but hey, thai tea in a cocktail sounded like a fun drink to try. It did take a while for the server to take our drink orders and bring out the drinks, but maybe that was intentional, so we could pace ourselves with the drinks. The Matcha Mirage was soo freaking good, it tasted very refreshing with the mint and you could barely taste the gin. All of our friends also liked what they ordered as well. It did get a little hot after a while, so that was the only issue and we ended up heading out after another round of drinks. Would recommend this place if you're looking for fun, creative drinks that are delicious. Perfect for a date night or chill night with friends. read more

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Ami J.

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Such a vibe! My girls and I had a GNO a few weeks ago and we wanted to find a place with enough room, able to order a drink without screaming over the music, and have a sultry ambiance. We appreciated the staff who helped us with our drinks/shots. There is also fresh popcorn for purchase! (Unique - I've only seen that in one other bar in SoCal) Highly recommend this place for a GNO or date night! read more

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Persona has become one of my go to bars in San Francisco. I come here often, it's a great spot to have a good conversation or to enjoy a fun night out. The low lighting sets the mood perfectly, giving the place a relaxing, almost intimate atmosphere. The bartenders always make the experience better they're welcoming, easy to talk to, and their recommendations are always on point. You can tell they know their craft. The drinks themselves are creative, balanced, and just good every time. It's one of those places that feels stylish without being over the top. Definitely one of my favorite bars in the city! read more

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Veronica A.

16 days ago

We had a great experience at Persona thanks to our bartender, Aliah! She made the best espresso martini. She was friendly, attentive, and made our night even better. If you're at Persona, definitely order an espresso martini from Aliah. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Ryan M.

16 days ago

The atmosphere is awesome as you walk down the stairs to get here and almost gives a speakeasy vibe. The drinks are just great on top of all of that. Highly recommend! read more

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Loved the vibes at Persona! We came early before 9pm after having dinner nearby so the bar was still pretty empty but we enjoyed having more of a quiet, intimate to chat. There's a good mix of tables, bar seats and lounge chairs to choose from so it's definitely a nice mix between cool and lowkey. I got the matcha mirage which was delicious with a good amount of sweetness while being really matcha forward. Loved this as a post-dinner drink! Definitely would come back on a date or with friends! read more

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Second year in a row at Persona and it delivered once again! I absolutely love this bar. It has the underground element to it, it's laid back, but the drinks are insane and so elevated. The small touches of decor and lighting make this spot memorable, as well as their extensive drink menu. We had so much fun checking out the variety of special cocktails, sitting and enjoying company, and chatting with the bartenders. I love Persona and would definitely recommend it to locals and out of towners- it's one to experience! read more

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With a bustling crowd and live DJ until 2AM, the vibes here late at night are great-- Persona is the best for staying open past midnight in an area that's usually a little more dead! We ordered the Espresso Martini [5/5] and the Intersection [4/5]. I would definitely order the espresso martini again for its sweet and creamy taste. The Intersection was also pretty good with a sweet & sour citrus taste as well as a refreshing egg white on top, but it wasn't good enough that I would order it again. On a Friday night at midnight, there was plenty of seating which is quite unique for a bar. Persona cleverly organizes the space so that the loudest standing area is further from the seating area, so the volume is great for conversation. I would definitely come here again for a dancey night or to bring a group of friends to catch up! read more

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Persona gives off a lounge-y, with a splash of club, vibes. It's dim with lots of seating but it's so hard to hear each other over the live DJ. If there was enough space, I'm sure people would eventually turn it into a dance floor. And on a Friday night, the place was packed! It took awhile for us to settle down and find a place for our group. Be prepared for bad cell service since it's below ground! A lot of their cocktails are inspired by Asian flavors. I ordered the Matcha Mirage which sounded so good. The drink itself smelled like matcha but unfortunately, it didn't taste like matcha...or maybe it was too subtle for me. It had stronger notes of mint and lime. Bartenders are extremely efficient and I was checked on multiple times while someone was already making me a drink. I wanted to stay and try more drinks but it just got really crowded and warm so we left after one round. And it was just too hard to hear each other over the music...this wasn't really the vibe we were looking for to catch up with each other. If you're still interested in visiting, try making a reservation for a good seat. And the dress attire is casual but a lot of people were dressed up for the night. read more

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Jordan F.

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I love Persona! The vibe is perfect for a lowkey night with friends. They had a live dj that complimented the mood. Aliah served us and made us feel welcome and even suggested food in the area for us to get after. Good vibes. read more

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Justin H.

3 months ago

Marcus made the Devil in Miss Jones and it was amazing. The flavors were unique and super refreshing. He had great energy and made the whole experience better. read more

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Zachary G.

8 days ago

If you're around, looking for a drink, stop in here. Came by with the wife. Stayed for the vibe. Comfortable, casual buzz.

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I stopped by with some friends to grab some drinks and have a place to chat. The staff member who helped us was very welcoming and helped us with our drinks. Every drink we ordered was amazing. I tend to go for fruity and sweeter drinks many of them were just that. This spot has dim lighting and different types of seating: at the bar, booth seats, and table seating. The vibe is intimate and a great place to have a conversation with some music playing in the background. The only food they sell is popcorn. They also have a pool table as well. read more

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Jennifer W.

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The ambiance is very up beat and chill! It's a great place to add to your bar hopping itinerary. My friends and I came here on a Saturday night and it was quite packed. We got to grab a table 5 minutes in so it wasn't too bad. Their winter drinks are amazing though, especially their Hot Chocolate and Pear-tastic. read more

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MariAlejandra M.

3 months ago

Came here for the first time on a Monday and it was lovely. They have an amazing live jazz band, and the cocktails were delicious. Enrique made me a drink called "I Love Yolanda," and it's just so iconic. I'll definitely be back. Service 10/10. I'd definitely be back!! read more

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Persona is awesome and their service is awesome. Thank you Anessa! Also my personal favorite is the matcha cocktail! The ambiance is so SF :) read more

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685 Sutter St
San Francisco, CA 94102
Lower Nob Hill, Union Square
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(415) 400-4598
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https://www.persona-sf.com

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What time does Persona open?

Persona opens at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Persona close?

Persona closes at 2:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does Persona take credit cards?

Yes, Persona takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Persona have a happy hour?

Yes, Persona has a happy hour.

Does Persona serve alcohol?

Yes, Persona serves alcohol. Full Bar

Services

Is Persona by appointment only?

No, Persona is not by appointment only.

Indoor Amenities

Does Persona allow dogs?

Yes, Persona allows dogs.

Does Persona have TVs?

Yes, Persona has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Persona have bike parking?

Yes, Persona has bike parking.

Does Persona have outdoor seating?

No, Persona does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Persona have parking?

Yes, Persona has parking options. Garage Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Persona wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Persona is wheelchair accessible.

Does Persona allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, Persona allows outdoor smoking.

Does Persona have free WiFi?

Yes, Persona has free WiFi.

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Join us for Happy Hour. Smokin' cocktails with an amazing staff!

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I've heard this place has great music and ambiance; is there any dancing?

Generally not a dancefloor kind of place, but I have sometimes seen small groups dancing in the open areas.

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Do you need to have a reservation? I have an informal group of folks who want to meet up for cocktails (around 25-30) but don't want to "rent" a space.

Can we bring cake or desserts inside if we're celebrating a birthday?

We preffer cupcakes as we don’t allow kniefes on premises and desserts are ok.

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“Aliah was the best bartender - gave us a couple of recs based on what we liked and read us perfectly!”

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The View Lounge

4.1(2.1k reviews)

0.5 mi•Union 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!

0.6 mi•Financial District, SoMa

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Novela

4.0(1.5k reviews)

Casual dining

Full bar

I've been to Novela twice now…read more The first time I went, the bartender and the DJ were so nice! The most recent time, some drunk guy was bothering me and my sister, but the staff came to check on us and made sure we were ok. Great people!

Superb cocktails and friendly service Decor are modern and…read moresleek Crabcakes and Turkish chicken legs are delicious

0.2 mi•Union Square, Tenderloin

The "Lena Younger" - Made with house made vermouth, ginger beer, citrus, fresh herbs, and gin. One of our newest house made cocktails!

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Cityscape

4.1(597 reviews)

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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.

Service -2 Ambiance -3 foggy night…read more Came here for my bday evening and was disappointed with the service. You should not work for an establishment where you don't want to serve paying customers!

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The Beehive

4.3(455 reviews)

2.1 mi•Mission

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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Starlite

4.1(221 reviews)

0.2 mi•Union Square

Kelly was the best host in this bar and she has'd been super helpful , thanks for taking care of us…read morewe'd be happy to come again

Came here for a girls night out and this was the ultimate luxury rooftop!…read more We ordered the Pornstar Martinis which had a beautiful luster in them and tasted exquisite! Service was amazing and constantly circled around as we enjoyed the views!!

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Dahlia Lounge

4.4(129 reviews)

1.5 mi•Mission

First time here There is security outside that pats you…read moredown and also looks inside your purse Not mad at it !!! Bartender is super friendly and efficient Drinks are good Seating is some what limited however we had good seats DJ was good No entry fee Debit cards and credit cards accepted

Came here on a Saturday night during Memorial weekend around 11:30pm and it was not crowded at all…read more Security at the door will check bags/purses (which is good for safety). The lounge was super cute and intimate! There were seatings at the bar, and mini couches/seats along the wall. They played good music too! We ordered the J-Rock drink and it was strong from what I remembered. Service was quick and kind too. Love the giant skull + red flower wall that says "til death do us party". Great photo area. They had 1 restroom for all gender. There is also a downstairs but it was closed...however, the security guard let us down there to take photos at the photobooth! That was a cute one because it was $5 for two photo strips - such a good deal!!! I would come back here again!

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Shelby's Rooftop Lounge

3.9(411 reviews)

0.7 mi•SoMa

•$$$

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.

Went in for a nice Saturday brunch which we had to wait for due to brunch service running late…read more Including my table there were about 3 other tables outside and no patrons inside. 20 dollars for a below average Bloody Mary not even close to worth the price, not to mention we waited about 10 minutes for each cocktail for some reason as again there was literally no one inside. Food and drinks were nothing I would come back to, server was nice but missed things like for our table. Was expecting a nice experience but nothing left us with a "wow" we would come back to.

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4.8(195 reviews)

0.5 mi•Lower Nob Hill

Fantastic experience! Amazing drinks, Amazing bartender! This place was above and beyond my…read moreexpectations recommend!

No surprise that as of today, 7/12/26, BP has a perfect 5 out of 5 stars…read more Star of our afternoon/evening though was Andrew. Incredibly informative and just an all around nice guy who truly knows his stuff. Between the wife and I, we shared 6 cocktails and they were all a hit. We would definitely come back!

0.1 mi•Union Square, Lower Nob Hill

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Lost Cat Bar & Bites

4.6(214 reviews)

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

Fun little bar! They have some imaginative house cocktails that were fun to try while we made a…read moreplan. I had the Sagittarius and loved its creativity! He ordered the smoked old fashioned; his classic go to. The bar tender wasn't very involved with the few of us sitting at the bar. she was keeping busy with bar things but not involved with customers outside of making drinks. Kind of a bummer as I like getting restaurant recommendations from bar tenders. We didn't try any of the bites as we were working on finding a dinner spot.

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Rye

4.0(1.3k reviews)

0.2 mi•Lower Nob Hill

Great place to have a drink after work and meet my hubby…read more Rye February Specials Bartender: Phil and Jason make amazing drinks. They design different drinks monthly. Butterscotch Hot Cider Bourbon, Averna, Miso Butterscotch, Apple Cider Basil Gimlet Gin, Basil, Lime Negroni Place is so peaceful and love the decor. A must visit.

I always love visiting this spot on Xmas - they do a fun Krampus themed bar and drinks they are…read moretasty. The drinks are always very whiskey or rye forward (hence the name) but good none the less. The bar tender was nice and made drinks quickly. Will highly recommend this spot on Xmas time if you like Krampus!

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Lilian W.

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2 years ago

Persona is a stylish and classy bar located in Lower Nob Hill, San Francisco. The entrance is marked by stairs that lead you downstairs, where you're welcomed by neon lights and a sleek atmosphere. The bar sits at the center, facing the DJ setup, with plenty of seating and tables scattered around the space. I visited on a Monday after work, and it was completely empty--definitely a place to check out on a weekend for live music and a livelier vibe. I visited Persona to inquire about hosting a larger event, and here's what I found: - For 100 people, there's a larger space to the right of the bar (with a pool table), requiring a $3,000 minimum spend. - For 75 people, there's a more enclosed area, with a $2,000 minimum spend. To track spending, guests simply need to give the host's last name when ordering. If you're planning to reserve the space, note that while there is a DJ, you won't have control over the music selection during events. The bartender was efficient and provided clear information about the booking process, though I found them to be a bit unpersonable (a little ironic for a place called Persona). Overall, Persona is one of the more affordable venues in the area for hosting events, with a sleek ambiance and great setup for gatherings. Definitely worth considering if you're looking to host something in the city! read more

Dianna H.