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    Rikki’s

    4.3 (50 reviews)
    Open 3:30 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Alexandra B.

    I was here with some coworkers for drinks and appetizers after work (5.30 pm) We were a small group (around 15 people). They set us up on a room just off the main space. The appetizers were very good and we had a good time. The bar is nicely decorated and by 7 pm it was lively.

    Lizzie S.

    5 stars for the vibe, community, service, people, and decor. Named for Rikki Streicher who operated queer and lesbian bars in SF, providing a safe and inclusive gathering space for all. Rikki was also a huge supporter of women's sports and one of the founders of the Federation of Gay Games. It's about time San Francisco (and the Bay Area) had a women's sports bar. It's a safe space, it's inclusive, and it's surprisingly diverse. There's a lot of Bay Area sports memorabilia and decor, lots of TVs that show both men and women's games (including the MNBA and WNBA), and lots of Golden State Valkyries fan events. Some Valks players even went to the bar after a game! They have trivia and watch parties, and a pretty good happy hour ($3-7 beers and $6 fries? $10 cocktails? Hallelujah!) The only downside is that the space is too small. It's too popular. I've never seen so many women in a bar before! The people are wonderful. Drinks are flowing and food is pretty good too. It's standard bar fare with a pretty good burger and smash burger. They also have quite a few non-alcoholic drinks because inclusivity. You order food in the back and can also get drinks there too. After ordering, you take a number and they deliver your food to you. I couldn't believe that they found me given how busy it was! I will be back for the crowd and the vibe. Service was also wonderful, which was slightly surprising given how hectic it was. They play some more niche games that most bars won't play (like Unrivaled, the 3v3 women's basketball league), women's rugby, women's soccer like Bay FC, and more. I can't wait to see the rest of the Bay discover Rikki's (although I do think they need a bigger space to accommodate all the demand.) After all, to quote the popular TOGETHXR shirt, "everyone watches women's sports." And to quote Field of Dreams--"if you build it, they will come."

    Menu 3/2026
    Emily F.

    Checked this out while in the area and was a nice find. Open seating and wasn't completely full yet. You order at the bar for drinks and the window in the back for food. Everyone is super friendly and pretty quick service. We tried the fish and chips and had some drinks. Fish was so so and needed more flavor or seasoning. I liked that the breading was light and not oily/greasy. Fries were pretty good too, could've been a bit crispier tho. I tried several N/A drinks and all were surprisingly good. The dry mule and shy Paloma were favs. The twelve-sixteen was a bit too sweet for my liking but pretty good. There was an event that night and got really packed and busy. Happy to see them with great business!

    Alicia T.

    Wooooo! Love Rikki's! My fave spot to chill and be in community. The cocktails are good, the food is okay-- I like their hot chicken Sammie, but I come for the vibe, the women's sports, and because it feels like I place I belong! Staff is super nice and chill, and never aggro, love it!

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    Ed U.

    2223 used to be my favorite eatery in the Castro as I lick my lips fondly recalling their roast chicken tower. That was quite a few years ago, and this was the first time I had returned. With the newly minted Golden State Valkyries gaining momentum, the new owners have turned this space into a bar dedicated to women's sports, an underserved segment and a yin-yang complement to the Castro's other sports bar, Hi-Tops (review: https://yelp.to/MqZEOEpQgs). I was curious about this queer-women-owned spot and came right when they opened at 3:30PM on a Wednesday. It was quite an expansive place, and I could easily see how it could fill up on game days. I just wanted a drink and a munch since the bar bites and signature cocktails menu looked tantalizing. I ordered the $16 J.A.M., quite a potent concoction with pineapple and strawberry gin, dry vermouth, and a surprise touch, peanut butter (Photo 10). It was honestly a bit too harsh to allow me full enjoyment, but I appreciated the $15 Pear Grilled Cheese, which reminded me of the similar Fuji Apple Melt at Danville Brewing Company (review: https://yelp.to/8cGVTKwlv7). It wasn't as satisfying a sandwich, but this one added caramelized onions, fontina, gouda, and gruyere, all of it encased in toasted sourdough (Photo 9). A return visit is likely in order, hopefully during a Valkyries game. COCKTAIL / FOOD - 4 stars...mixology needs a bit of work but the bar bites show promise AMBIANCE - 5 stars...spacious SERVICE - 4 stars...pretty attentive TOTAL - 4 stars...looking forward to the vibe this will create during the games RELATED - Exploring the Castro? Here's a collection of places l've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/iCrMkeFPRf

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    Erin F.

    Food was fabulous. We had an order of cheese fries. Nacho average cheese fries, sort of la beer batter. So good we ended up getting a second. We also enjoyed the Buffalo wings, potato croquettes and quinoa bowl. Relatively small portions in comparison to chain restaurants. Honesty what a change of pace for good. My one con here would be the lack of signage, next to entrance door there was a high top table with some papers on it. We assumed it was a hostess stand, we stood we waited... it's a seat yourself type situation. On each table was one menu, and a QR code to their website and story. Choose your food options and head to the far back counter to order. Love the open kitchen behind the counter. They'll give you a number and bring it out to your table. Drinks can then be ordered at the bar. Bartenders and drinks were perfection, chef's kiss.

    USWNT on all the TVs
    Jim B.

    This place is full of potential, it's an audacious launch of a sports bar focused on women's sports, in the spirit of Portland's groundbreaking The Sports Bra. Good vibe, decent cocktails and food offerings, but still kind of in its soft launch phase. I went for the USWNT match and it was a rush to have the game on all the screens, and when the US scored, a big whoop went up in the whole bar. Pretty awesome. The service is minimal - no one waits tables and you have to order drinks at the bar and food at a counter in the back. My biggest note is that, while the bar was full for the USWNT game, was anyone watching? So many tables chatting, people wearing US jerseys do represent but I don't think people were really paying much attention. If there's a match I really want to watch I'd probably stay home for this reason.

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    Cat R.

    Came to Rikki's on opening week and we were so excited to get in! Heard there were lines out the door, but we got in with no issue and found a table easily a little after 6pm. Drinks took a while, and bartenders seemed to be working out kinks with taking orders, but overall the cocktails were inventive and delicious. Food orders were placed at a separate counter in the back. The menu featured a great assortment of flavorful, elevated bar food. We ordered the roasted cabbage, spiced carrots and cheese fries. Never thought a plate of cabbage would be so satisfying but sauces and seasonings really made every dish stand out! The vibe was amazing - Rikki's was filled with a great crowd all excited to celebrate SF's new female sports bar. Definitely looking forward to coming back to try out more signature cocktails and dishes!

    Cocktails
    Fran V.

    Fun women's sports bar with lots of seating, energy, and really good cocktails! We went during a televised game so seating was limited but we got a spot at the window facing out and did some people watching. Fun spot if you're into women's sports or want to be around "family." :)

    Duck confit chicken wings with dry barbecue rub and jalapeño ranch
    Kendall C.

    We came to Rikki's for a Bay FC watch party and the vibes were immaculate. There were plenty of tables, seats, and TVs even with an event going on. The staff were SO friendly and helpful throughout! Food was understandably a little slow, but bar service was quick. The pear grilled cheese was stellar! The chicken wings were pretty good although not something I would necessarily order again. I was surprised by how strong the J.A.M. cocktail was; the flavor was like a PB&J but the alcohol taste was too much for my personal preference. Overall this is a wonderful spot to catch a game and I will definitely be back!

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    Amy S.

    We came here for Pride just after Dyke March, and the crowd was fantastic but the food was terrible. We got the cheese fries and chicken wings and the sauce for both was literally watery. But then we came back last week for the Valkryies game and the food and drink were both outstanding! We got the fish and chips and the fry was crisp and perfect. The dish came out super hot! The mashed peas were also heavenly and like a cloud with good herb flavor. The place had plenty people in it but not too crowded. My drink was served in an elegant cup which I appreciated. There was a line out the door to get in, but it was the checking of the ID that caused a back up. The crowd is all dykes both cisgender and trans, except for a handful of gay boys and one straight couple. Definitely a place we'll return to for the fish and chips, the cocktails, and the crowd!

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    7 months ago

    Great community spot, laid back, great programming and great menu. It's lively but you can still hold a conversation

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    1 year ago

    Amazing craft cocktails! Loved the Iron Maiden. Cool vibe. Was super impressed. I would come here regardless of whether there was a game on

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    9 months ago

    Chela and Jessica makes the best drinks! Good times, great laughs, and a memorable Saturday night. You want the real SF come here ;)

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    1 year ago

    Amazing, dedicated staff and ownership. Classy sports joint where everyone is welcome! Eat, cheer and drink here!

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    1 year ago

    Overpriced drinks. This place need to keep it in check with their competitors and provide reasonable priced drinks

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