Lu-Shien T.

2 bars in one venue... smoky down home sports bar below called Bottoms Up. Chic, modern wine bar up top called Sippin'. Eli exemplified service. He was eager to please, affable and recommended amazing wines and whiskey. He explained that the happy hour wines are open bottles which can be quite exceptional. The cabernet sauvignon had structured tannins offset by lush rich dark fruit. The pinot noir was velvety and also gushing with cherry and dark berries. A grest deal for $5 a pour. But it was the armanac like Yamazaki 12--a Japanese whiskey I've longed to taste since it became infamous, that captivated me. Seductively smooth with sultana like sweet fruit and scintillating nose... it was a treat. The meat and cheese board was Parma ham (?), salami, aged white cheddar and baguette for $5. Awesome find in the neighborhood.

Benita M.

Sip Wine Bar is awesome. Located upstairs of Bottoms Up. Brought here by my friends who claim their soju is bomb. I have to admit, the soju is bomb.com. I don't drink, but when I do, it has to be sweet. Hence soju being one of the only alcohol related drinks I will actually drink. I tried the Lychee and Watermelon soju. 1 1000ml pitcher is $20. Not bad IMO and it comes in these cute shot glasses. Of the two, the watermelon was my favorite. It is blended with ice and you really couldn't taste the alcohol. It was like a slushie. Tasted fresh and smooth. Definitely gives Tonight Soju Bar some competition. The lychee was pretty good too but this one I could still taste a hint of alcohol. It doesn't have as much ice as the watermelon. Of the two, lychee was my least favorite but they're both good. Dim place and really classy. There are 2 REAL fireplaces, glass dividers (tho idk if that's a good idea for drunk people), clean bathrooms located in the back, a balcony, comfortable couch areas, tables made from wine crates, etc. Cleanliness level pretty much 100/100. You would have never expected something so nice. It makes you feel good about being here. It's not super loud either so you can have a nice conversation with friends. Service is wonderful. The waiter and waitress came to check in on us from time to time. The owner, Shirley, is such a delight. She's very friendly and super nice. She would make sure you're comfortable and have everything you need from more drinks to water. She also speaks Chinese if anyone is wondering. If you ordered wine, she would give a small background to the wine you're about to drink. Sip Wine Bar is simply amazing. I would recommend this place for people who want to have drinks with friends and have a good time.

Nekoneko N.

Love the cocktails here, I always come over to get a drink after work just to be relax and chill. There are events sometimes, one day I walked in to the bar there's a band singing. It's pretty nice experience. Btw, their fries and smoked salmon sandwiches are also delicious, sometimes I just want something to eat after a few drinks, and those are perfect for a late night snack.

Jason F.

Who says you can't discover hidden gems by accident? Sippin' Wine Bar is the epitome of a hidden gem. Opened for only two years in San Francisco's Excelsior District by personable owner Shirley, Sippin' has a lot going for it including a sleek and sexy interior with multiple areas for parties both big and small to sit and relax as well as an incomparable in-depth wine list which would take multiple return trips to parse through. We came on a rare very warm Friday evening as me and my fellow dining companions finished our dinner at a nearby restaurant on Mission Street and we were all still aching to let the good times roll for a little while longer and a simple Yelp search on our phone for wine bars on Mission Street yielded Sippin', and after looking at the reviews and the pictures from our fellow Yelpers we were all sold. After a quick jaunt up Mission Street we were already there at the foot of Bottoms Up Sports Bar on the first level and then a walk up a lit flight of stairs you'll find Sippin'. Since it was so hot even after 9pm, there was not a single customer in sight so our group of eight had the entire floor to ourselves. Owner Shirley treated our group like VIPs making sure we all had their multitude of menus, including their food menu from the restaurant downstairs, their wine flight menu, their liquor menu, and their wine menu by glass or by bottle. Some of us mentioned we liked wines on the sweeter side and Shirley insisted we try both a Riesling she recommended called Kung Fu Girl which was from Washington state and had flavors of apricot, kumquat, nectarine and lime leaves. At forty dollars for a bottle split between five in our party it was at a solid price point and the taste had a mild intensity with a long drier finish. I personally am a Moscoto fan and Shirley insisted I try the Smoking Loon Moscato which had the both the aroma and flavor of honeysuckle, peaches and mandarin oranges. A glass was only $8.50 and tasted like honey. Everyone in our party ordered what they wanted from 17 year old Japanese whiskey to a nice glass of Cabernet to a Prosecco by the small bottle. Some in our party even felt in the mood to order food to go with their glasses of bubbly, so we went with the garlic noodles ($8) which were sauteed in a roasted garlic and butter sauce, topped with chopped pine nuts and the truffle tater tots and fries ($9) which were drizzles in truffle oil topped with Parmesan cheese. The tater tots were a fun spin on the traditional family side dish and I would consider ordering them a second time. The menu had a lot of options I'd consider getting the next time I go to Sippin'. In fact there's a lot to try when it comes to Sippin', Shirley has a great wine program going on with a cast amount of inventory and knowledge that could wet your pallet no matter with kind of wine floats your boat. It's not located in the best neighborhood in San Francisco, but the fact that it's not overrun with San Francisco techies makes it all the most unique. Shirley is proud of her burgeoning establishment, as she should be, they host parties and events, she just needs to get a website going with an updated list of all the wines and liquor they serve, soon Sippin' Wine Bar won't be a hidden gem much longer.

Ryan L.

Honestly, WHERE THE HELL DID THIS PLACE COME FROM!? We all know and love bottoms up, but SIP has just upped the ante and raised the bar. (no, really. the bar is upstairs) From the outside it's easy to pass you'd never even know it's there (you're welcome!). once you hit those beautiful wood stairs, you know shit is about to get really real. Once you enter the main room, you're transported from the grimy outer mission to a swanky FiDi bar minus the bad fitting suits. The main room is large, airy and modern. Great for groups, dates or just a nice night to chill and catch up. What really stuck out is the extensive wine/food menu. The wine covers all types and regions from flights to bottles. A short draft beer list but all quality rotating craft beers (think: drakes IPA, etc.). The food menu is well thought out sharable plates from port belly, truffle tater tots, etc. (now that I think about it, I should've taken a photo of the food menu since nobody else has). All plates are under $10 each and the portions are large, so although it has a classy, modern feel....you don't pay those ridic SF prices for quality food. Ive only had the pork belly and it was enough for two and packed with flavor. A notable mention is their happy hour: $3 wines, $3 sangria, $4 draught beers UNTIL 8PM. Yes, happy hour is until 8PM. Happy night anyone? Service is super friendly and fast, they definitely make you feel at home. SIP is an absolute gem and an asset to the outer mission where grimy dives tend to be on every block. Class it up and come thru. (Cherylynn, i'm looking at you! I know this is your hood too yet somehow I beat you to it!) Tip: SIP is open from Wednesday-Sunday only.

Leslie C.

We love the ambience and spaciousness of Sippin' Wine Bar. We threw a birthday party here for a friend. We worked with Shirley to reserve the date and ordered some appetizers ahead of time. We brought in a cake for a small fee and were able to bring some table decorations. The party was a success. Thank you Shirley for all your help and hospitality!

Connie Y.

There's nothing like this in this area. It's a trendy wine bar in the Outer Mission with very modern decor. It's above the bar Bottoms Up if you're familiar with it. There's a small balcony that overlooks Mission St, although I don't think customers are allowed on it. There's also a seating area that has a huge window above it so that you get a lot of natural light. Don't want that? You have more soft benches and chairs to sit on. There's of course bar seating too. I really love the decor & ambiance of this place. It sets the tone for a relaxing catch up session with friends. Although it's trendy, you don't have to be too spendy here as they have a variety of wines at many different prices. You can get a glass of wine for about $10 or many bottles go for about $35-$40. There's more expensive ones if you feel like it. It's also great that the wines are both local from Sonoma county and foreign from places like Spain. Plenty of variety to please everyone! Give this place a try! You won't regret it!

Cem K.

This is my new secret spot; hidden between taquerias and on top of a sports bar.....it wont be a secret much longer. Shirley, the owner, is like a really cool older sister you want to hang out with ALL the time. She is probably 70% of why i loved this place. 30% the wine..ok, maybe more. Anyway, Shirley was like BFFs with anyone who walked into her bar. Not only did she teach me about certain wines, but she offered me all her favorite ones, which I really liked too! Then we jammed to some Justin Bieber which completed my night. Usually, they have classy foreign music that suits the wine environment, but someone switched it out because Shirley loves JB. Shirley also made sure that I had enough water before I left her bar. That deserves extra stars. Drinking wine here is like drinking in the comfort of my own home. Everyone was so friendly like we've known each other for years. This place has a comfortable yet very chic decor, very beautiful. If wine isn't your forte, there's also IPAs on tap, Japanese whiskey, mixed soju, and rare tequilas. They also have garlic noodles, which I have yet to try. I will definitely be back to try their happy hour. hearts!

Nissa Z.

We've just had our second event at SIP, Shirley and the team are always a pleasure to be around. I had my 40th Bday back in April and we just had my mom's retirement party last weekend. Whether you'd like to come for a wine tasting event, just a few drinks or rent out the sun room or the entire venue, you won't be disappointed. I'm so happy it's only a few blocks from my house...can you say spoiled? They'll definitely take good care of you. If you see me there, don't forget to say Hi! Oh and PS. Flower arrangements and decorations done by yours truly

Rochelle M.

This place is a rare gem. I've never been to a wine bar, it definitely is different. The wine bar is upstairs from a regular bar (Bottoms up) and the atmosphere is totally different than the bar downstairs. When you walk upstairs you immediately see a whole different atmosphere, it isn't loud. The decor is modern. The patrons aren't crazy like downstairs. The private rooms are really spacious and modern as well. It's a more classy take on a regular bar. The staff is friendly and awesome. The location of the bar isn't bad too. It's not in the downtown area of SF, so you don't have to worry about all those crazies you typically see around the bars and lounges in downtown. Parking can be hard here but it's not impossible. I definitely recommend this place to anyone seeking a nice quiet place to meet the girls or friends for some catching up.