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    Phonobar

    3.9 (189 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    PHONOBAR ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    DJ
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    Chai
    Anh T.

    On a weekend night, people were rotating in and out of Phonobar. I checked out this bar with friends and really enjoyed the overall vibe. The space is dimly lit and cozy, with music and noise at a volume suitable for conversations. I tried two drinks: a chai drink and a drink akin to a strawberry negroni. The strawberry negroni leaned pretty strong on the bitter side and would be a great drink for more classic negroni fans. On the otehr hand, the chai drink was unique with its warm chai tea, spiced agave syrup, and reposado tequila. It was unlike any cocktail I've tried before! Overall, this was a great spot for a chill night out with friends, especially for trying creative cocktails in a more relaxed atmosphere.

    Trevor B.

    Great cocktails and beer serving vegan food. It's a nicely lit bar that can set the mood for date night or a nice Yap session with your friends after a espresso martini or a great glass of wine. The food is delicious and I would definitely recommend. I love the tacos on the menu. They have great seating inside and in the back of the bar they have music and additional seating. Really nice and clean interior, love the vibes in here. I've had some nice conversations with the staff as well.

    Fries and truffle Mac and cheese and kale salad
    Tiffany C.

    Love this bar! SF classic and perfect as a pit stop before or after dinner. Close to so many other spots in Hayes valley. Their menu is vegetarian and super recommend their fries and truffle Mac and cheese. Delicious! Service has been slow a few times I've eaten here, but getting just drinks is fast!

    Calamari (oyster mushrooms)
    Jenna S.

    I had an amazing time at phonobar! We came on a Thursday at 8 PM to celebrate my birthday with a few friends. I was pleasantly surprised that it was nearly empty, and the servers were extremely attentive! The drinks were fantastic and came out swiftly. I'd recommend the summer summer summertime. The food was also delicious and 100% VEGAN!!! I sampled the truffle mac & cheese, the calamari, and the teriyaki. All of them were delicious, and could fool even the most carnivorous person. The lavender Bundt cake was the best way to end the night. The DJ set didn't start until around 10, after which it became a lot harder to talk over the music. I'd like to come back and experience the audiophile aspect of the bar!

    Clara L.

    I love this place, the bar smells so good (idk why, is it the place or the people there?) and their music was so good.

    Plastic hearts
    Nyla K.

    Stopped by for a drink before going to dinner and the outside definitely doesn't match the inside. The place is very cute with a nice long bar on the left and high to tables on the right. Since we were only doing drinks we sat at the bar and ordered a couple drinks. The very nice bartender answered our questions about the menu and promptly served us our drinks. The staff even grabbed us an extra chair for our large party. 4/5 Hotter than hell - advertised as spicy and it definitely was. Spicer than the spicy margaritas that I've had, but it was a good spicy. 3/5 Plastic hearts - not my favorite, I think it's because of the smoky taste of mezcal Will come back again and try the HH!

    Bitter Sweet Symphony
    Michelle K.

    THE VIBES HERE! It's dark and moody... and the back area has the coolest lights, and there's a DJ playing funky beats. The service was fantastic because they made me an espresso martini even though they didn't have it on the menu. I really liked their bitter sweet symphony drink! Sweet and tasty.

    nachos
    Ananya M.

    i absolutely love phonobar!! one of my fav places in sf. perfect date night spot with such good food options (all vegan!!) the drinks were also so good and the service was great! we were seated immediately and was able to order quickly as well! loved the nachos and tacos!

    Bar
    Robert W.

    In my first visit I assumed I had arrived at Teakwood, which is across the street, but realized pretty quick this wasn't a Burmese restaurant. What was appealing about Phonobar is its not a big place and the layout is a low ceiling with windows that run along the length of the place with high top tables that that allows for people watching both walking along the street and at the bar. The bar area and liquor display is nicely diplayed and emotes a great juxtaposition between the bar and the seating area. What makes Phonobar so great, imho, is that its a vegetarian bar / restaurant. I found their whole menu very inviting and all the vegearian dishes I tried were 5 stars. The HIBISCUS FLOWER TACOS was so good and filling! The caramelized onions were so tasty. The Slider A La Mexiacana is a must! You couldn't tell it was a vegetarian sandwhich. I would also recommend their version of the Carne Asada tacos tasted just like the beef version. There are so many other tasty options on the menu, I look forward to coming here again for either food and/or drinks.

    Drink menu.
    Natasha A.

    Vegan latin restaurant and bar. We needed a stop to eat and pace ourselves while bar hopping downtown and we decided on this one to eat at. I was surprised we didn't need a reservation on a Saturday night. Walk-ins were welcomed and immediately seated. Staff was busy so service was slow, food was good, and drinks were creative. I loved the Chikn' Paella Valenciana! Especially the rice and vegetable medley. The Clam Chowder and Furikake Crab Cakes were okay. Fries were good.

    Food menu
    Aaron Z.

    This place is kind of painfully cool, but enjoyable. It's got a very slick, dark interior. We got there at 7 on a Friday night and we found a table in the back. The seating is open and the servers come to you. I'm an omnivore, but was impressed by the big vegan menu. The (soy) Carne Asada Nachos are loaded and delicious. The Parmesan Herbed Fries (coconut cheese what?) were pretty standard, but the aioli side did a lot of work. The soy chicken Enchiladas Rojas are served on a bed of Mexican rice in a sizzling platter; the portion is a little small, but it was yummy. Overall the food is solid. We got a carafe of Forget Me Nots and it was a GREAT choice for the three of us. It was about 5-6 glasses of goodness. It's like a riff on a margarita, but with a spicy Tanteo Chipotle Tequila and pomegranate. The other cocktails look promising!

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    Love this place! Intimate back room for dancing and they get insane DJs, best line ups in SF

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    Ben is great . Fast n nice. Especially when it was busy on a Saturday night surprise

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    Fantastic music, great service, outstanding vibe. I love this place! One of the best new joints in the city.

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    Small bar in Hayes Valley with good cocktails! It's a little hard to spot from the outside, though.

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    The best bar in Hayes valley! Great drinks, great food, cool vibe. Can't ask for more

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    Super cool bar, drinks are great, ambiance is very European. Highly recommended. Definitely cool date night after dinner..

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    Had a good time here the bartender Alex was very friendly and also made some really good cocktails would strongly recommend!

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    Lore Speakeasy and Escape Room - Matcha Redbean, A5 Wagyu & Truffle

    Lore Speakeasy and Escape Room

    4.5(103 reviews)
    0.9 miMission

    What a cozy bar! If you like intimate, chill, and cozy places with board games and unique drinks…read morethis is the place to go! My party and I didn't get the chance to experience the escape room but would love to try it out the next time we come back. The staff are amazing, especially Chloe. Such a sweetheart. Loved her energy! Highly recommend the Mango Sago and Crab Rangoon Nachos!

    Really unique, immersive speakeasy. Came for a birthday and opted for their escape room, which is…read morealso a really cool feature for a speakeasy bar. The escape room is Alice In Wonderland themed and includes three drinks as part of the experience. Arrived on time for our reservation but were held in a waiting room for about 30 min before we could start. Didn't seem like anyone else was doing the escape room but it was also the week of their biz anniversary so maybe they were just super busy. Phoenix led our escape room and was such a delight. Friendly, great banter, helpful throughout the escape. The escape game is split across multiple rooms with a good diversity of puzzles. Don't want to spoil too much here but they were good challenges. Drinks we incorporated throughout and presented like test tubes that were drinkable in a gulp, kind of like a cocktail shot. Personally, I found the first two drinks to be a bit too sweet, but I liked the third, which was coconut forward. The price is definitely a bit more costly. It was $100/person for a party of five. I understand that it was an escape room + the staff + the cocktails. If you max out the party size, it's about $85-ish per person which I think is pretty solid. Still very unique and fun and glad I got to try it

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    Lore Speakeasy and Escape Room - Cool Middle Earth themed room with lots of seating! Plenty of board games available to play as well

    Cool Middle Earth themed room with lots of seating! Plenty of board games available to play as well

    Lore Speakeasy and Escape Room - Our Pineapple Cake cocktail is an ode to Taiwan.

    Our Pineapple Cake cocktail is an ode to Taiwan.

    Lore Speakeasy and Escape Room - Borscht: Gin, beets, apple, citrus, dill, egg white ($20) + Korean Cold Noodles w/ brandy, pear, pineapples, cucumber, sesame ($19)

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    Borscht: Gin, beets, apple, citrus, dill, egg white ($20) + Korean Cold Noodles w/ brandy, pear, pineapples, cucumber, sesame ($19)

    The Beehive - Beauty Mark

    The Beehive

    4.3(458 reviews)
    1.3 miMission
    $$

    This is by far my favorite bar in SF. I used to drive up here weekly with my coworkers for Friday…read morenights almost 4 years ago. This place has not changed much (in a good way.) The atmosphere is so lovely, there's good music that gradually turned into old school hiphop as the night grew longer. The servers were so kind and came by all the time to refill water and make sure everyone was happy. Little shoutout to the server that took care of us all night Kimberly! She was so amazing and had the best service. (: It may be a bar but the food is so good, we got a little of everything to share. As a regular of lounge-style bars, this place has good lighting if you like taking pictures of your drinks, a good surprise! I really appreciate all the staff for being so kind and attentive on a busy Saturday night. We had a party of 12 that took up a little two-couch area with no issues at all! If I can make a recommendation for anyone that reads this, get the Thunderbird!

    Pros - great drinks…read more - nice atmosphere - good music Cons -The host Tina was rude -for example we sat at a table that had no reservation sign and while there was another table available she said "you have to move", yet there was another option for a party that had just arrived and she claimed had a reservation -Tinas demeanor was hostile towards us and she lacked the hospitality skills and professional communication skills to be organized and welcoming

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    The Beehive - Cocktail Menu

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    Blind Pig Speakeasy Lounge - Hot & Sour: Tanqueray Gin w/ lichiko shochu, aloe, rose, hot pot paste, basil, citrus, peychaud's ($18)

    Blind Pig Speakeasy Lounge

    4.7(203 reviews)
    0.6 miLower Nob Hill
    $$

    Omg, first of all, I love bars that are innovative, ESPECIALLY if it's Asian themed drinks! The…read moreBlind Pig is If not more! Our bartender, Andrew, The Wild Pig's Flights is very cheerful and is one of the best bartender I've ever met! ADHD on steroids, in a good way! Love the decor with all the monkey king and piggies! My first drink was The Sticky Rice (secret menu #3) and it has Whiskey in it and I'm not a whiskey gal but it was delicious! The pandan flavors were a surprising finish! I almost just finish the finish the Hi-Chew for pig (secret menu #6) was very very refreshing! Slightly creamy in a good way (giggity) For someone who hates Gin, it was flavorful and easy to drink! Piggy - light, easy to drink. You get the dill taste first then the cucumber and a small hint of bitter melon at the end. It really stimulates my adhd brain Pineapple bun - a little sweet and citrusy. The coconut whipped cream on top was a perfect topper! I never thought I would taste these type of flavors in a cocktail! Definitely a must when coming to SF every time now!

    Out of all the speakeasy's, this one is my favorite. If you're looking for bar to lay low, relax,…read moreand slow down a bit to unwind, this is the spot right here. Embarrassingly enough, we didn't realize that this was speakeasy so we tried opening the door.. left but still curious so did more research while we were at another bar. The code is on instagram! Returned and it was the best decision because now we're looking forward to go back! Sat at the bar, had some recommendations from the bartender and the drinks were spot on. A very unique cocktail menu you cannot find anywhere else so it's really worth checking out! My favorite was the Hot & Sour and probably favorite drink ever. I could order that a thousand times over. I'm not exactly sure how busy the weekend gets but going on a Thursday night was chill. A little too chill.. we started getting tired.. a drink, dim lights, slow music.. it was fitting for a weekday night actually. It was a good experience. Can't wait to try the rest of their cocktail menu!

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    Festive Cocktails

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    Christmas special

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    Pacific Cocktail Haven - AAPI Cocktail Week 2026

    Pacific Cocktail Haven

    4.5(776 reviews)
    1.1 miUnion Square
    $$

    Can see why this bar gets so much praise and love how it focuses and utilizes asian ingredients…read more They have a great outdoor space with tables and the setup inside maximizes how many people could sit + stand. Thats how I know asians own this place lol. Appreciate this level of intention. Made it feel more intimate and cozy. Everyone was very friendly and attentive. Immediately when you walk in the staff is on it. There was a handful of pandan drinks and our server explained each one perfectly and gave his recommendation. I forgot what I got but it was delicious. My cousin got a matcha one which was interesting and strong! Their menu was refreshing (no pun intended) and the type I love to see that are actually creative and culturally inspired. Got lucky with standing seats then moved over to the bar. It wasnt that packed on a Saturday evening assuming bc it was OSL weekend. They were playing great music at a good volume. But golly hella expensive. 2 drinks with the service charge and tip was over $60. Guess thats SF. Would definitely return but for a special occasion.

    Pacific Cocktail Haven (PCH) is an absolute must for anyone who appreciates creative, exceptionally…read morecrafted cocktails! We stopped in for drinks and Tina started us off with outstanding customer service. She was incredibly welcoming and made the experience great from the very beginning. We made our way through an impressive lineup of cocktails, including Get Him to the Fenugreek, Extra Fancy, Apple Bottom Beets (one of my favorites!), Barley and Me, Tropical Gangsta, Que Pop Limon Hunters, Mo Mole, Mo Problems, and more. Every drink was unique, beautifully crafted, and absolutely outstanding. Apple Bottom Beets was definitely a standout for me, but there honestly wasn't a bad cocktail in the bunch. We ended the night with Laura closing us out, and her service was just as exceptional. From the moment we walked in until the moment we left, everything was 10/10. If you're looking for superb cocktails, creative flavors, and fantastic service, PCH is definitely a place you need to check out!

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    Pacific Cocktail Haven - Silk Street: Song Gin, amaro, jackfruit-coconut cream, sudachi, longan, pandan - Perfectly balanced, not too sweet

    Silk Street: Song Gin, amaro, jackfruit-coconut cream, sudachi, longan, pandan - Perfectly balanced, not too sweet

    Pacific Cocktail Haven - Envy in bloom

    Envy in bloom

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    Holy Water - Drinks and holy decor

    Holy Water

    4.4(332 reviews)
    2.7 miBernal Heights
    $$

    Super cute bar in SF! Went here at night with friends. The decor is kinda crazy but fits with the…read morename of the restaurant. Was really impressed with the design of the menu! There's plenty of tables and seats inside! All the drinks were great and strong. We tried the Sacred Valley which was fun! Definitely had a fruity taste, followed by a strong vodka aftertaste. They provided water and lemonade for those of us who didn't want to drink. They also had special branded cups, which was a nice touch!

    On a visit to San Francisco after an evening at a brewery nearby, we weren't ready to let the night…read moreend so we walked to Holy Water. This is a gorgeous spot; the detail from the welcoming greens sign, to the cozy lighting, tasteful religious kitsch, and well thought out style, we had a wonderful visit. The decor made us explore the bar before we sat down; they have tables and different seating areas around, but it seemed like the bar was the place to be. They have a full selection of liquor, plus a cocktail menu, and killer tap list of mostly local draft beer. I absolutely loved their glassware too! The bartender was very friendly; I failed to notice the tap list above the bar was different from the menu so I was glad that was pointed out for my second beer. Prices are reasonable for the experience of being here. The other clientele at the bar were also friendly, it has a neighborhood vibe but is welcoming to all.

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    Holy Water - IPA

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    Third Rail - Inside

    Third Rail

    4.5(258 reviews)
    2.2 miDogpatch, Potrero Hill
    $$

    We stumbled upon Third Rail after watching a basketball game at Chase Center, and it ended up being…read moresuch a gem! The atmosphere was great. It was busy on a Saturday night without feeling overwhelming and the whole place had a really fun relaxed energy to it. The staff was also fantastic and super helpful with all of our questions. We tried an Old Fashioned and the Third Rail cocktail, which was similar to a sour, and both were phenomenal. Seriously some amazing drinks. We didn't get a chance to try any of their jerky this time around, but we'll definitely be back for it!

    Girl dinner: cocktails and jerky. What's not to love? We…read moreordered: - The yuzu cute cocktail: perfectly refreshing and tart, not too sweet from the pineapple - A mango coconut horchata cocktail: good but a bit sweet and bland. Needed a kick - The jerk jerky: goddam this was spicy! From someone with a medium spice tolerance! Good thing I had the cocktail to wash it down haha. The parts that weren't tongue burning spicy were so flavorful though - The red eye: the espresso rub was subtle but a fun contrast - The thicc Jim: better than any slim Jim or chomp stick you'll ever eat. Fresh pork and that hot honey garlic essence Logistics: - Indoor and outdoor seating - Limited street parking nearby but right next to the light rail and buses along third street and the bay bike trail - Non alcoholic options available

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    Third Rail
    Third Rail - Third rail shot

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    Shoji - Cheese fries

    Shoji

    4.2(581 reviews)
    1.4 miFinancial District, SoMa
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    Cool place for drinks! I wish I had dressed better since the decor is so classy. It was a little…read morewarmer than anticipated inside but it may have been just that day. Service was really friendly and explained everything they brought out. I would probably only do drinks here next time, or food with a smaller group. The burger is definitely worth trying!

    I made a reservation online and I actually wanted to sit inside but they made us sit outside which…read morewasn't the worst thing. I was worried about the temperature but the thing that was not convenient about us was you're extremely close to the next table that we could hear them loudly even if they were just talking in a normal tone + volume. We were just extremely close and it was our first date. It was extra awkward because of us hearing the conversations surrounding us as we were sandwiched in the middle of 2 tables. The food was pretty good. The donburi was very fresh. The ceviche was also so good. The aged sashimi was just okay. It was not great so even if I'd like to go back to check out the other dishes, I will not order that again. I personally think the dishes were a little expensive and the sea urchin substitution was worth trying but if I'd order the donburi again, no need to upgrade. Hopefully, I could go back to try it again as we couldn't properly enjoy the food because of where we were seated. Maybe we need to try the other dishes and be lucky enough to sit inside. The vibe might change for the better.

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    Shoji - Instagram: TianTianEats

    Instagram: TianTianEats

    Shoji - Matcha einspanner

    Matcha einspanner

    Shoji - Uni Amaebi Don: Soy marinaded raw sweet shrimp, santa barbara uni, ikura, soy marinated yolk ($44 +$3 nori)

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    Uni Amaebi Don: Soy marinaded raw sweet shrimp, santa barbara uni, ikura, soy marinated yolk ($44 +$3 nori)

    Phonobar - cocktailbars - Updated September 2026

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