Go! The food here is good…read more It's pretty low key place with people just hanging out with friends. Unlike most bars and pubs, they are well lit and spacious. The bathrooms are clean. There's a room where you can host a party/gathering at. Their mushy peas has an interesting texture. I don't normally like peas, but ate about half of the serving. Fish & chips was a good portion. Chips are done nicely. Fish was perfectly fried. Crispy on the outside with tender inside. Bangers and mash came with green beans and mushroom gravy. The dish was quite rich and tasty.

They have Irish seisiun music Sundays 6-8pm, except when there is a major game. They have 5 big…read moreTVs. - 5/5: The buffalo wings are great, with real bleu cheese dipping sauce. Small size is 4 for $10. - 4/5: The cottage pie is good. The ground beef could use some veggie bits. $22 - 3/5: The rosemary honey sour is an OK whiskey sour. $14

This place took over the space the Milk bar used to be in. It's been around a long while now and…read moreit a fantastic go-to place for live music. They have a great area in the back with a large stage and dance floor. In the past few months we've caught several great shows there. The bartenders are always friendly and easy going. The owner is cool and hands on. They don't offer food beyond a bag of chips. But they are ok with you bringing in your own food. I'm glad this place is in my neighborhood.

Came here to check out some live bands play this past weekend…read more Cute little stage in the back with a small dance floor. Perfect size for most local bands, although the all-female one had such a packed crowd, it spilled into the walkway towards the bar! Seating area in the front with bar stools, a few tables, and booths. Fills up quickly, and there are fun activities throughout the week, such as trivia. Friendly staff, Neil is great! Will be back again!

Great place to visit while in SF as the interior immediately stands out with its classic Irish pub…read moreatmosphere, historic charm, and elegant old-world details. The high decorative ceilings, stained glass accents, dark wood finishes, vintage-style lighting, and unique artwork throughout the restaurant give the place a warm and authentic feel. It feels like stepping into a historic Irish gathering spot right in the middle of San Francisco. The inside has plenty of character, with cozy booths, classic pub seating, and a spacious layout that somehow still feels intimate and welcoming. The décor and atmosphere alone make this place worth visiting, whether you're there for drinks, dinner, or simply to take in the ambiance. The food definitely lived up to the setting. I ordered the beer-battered fish and chips, and they were excellent. The fish was flaky and fresh with a crispy, golden batter that had great flavor without feeling too greasy or heavy. The fries paired well with the dish, and the tartar sauce added a nice finishing touch. I also tried the loaded potato skins, which were packed with cheese, bacon, sour cream, and green onions--flavorful and a great appetizer to share. Service was friendly and attentive, and everything came out hot and fresh. Between the quality food, generous portions, and one of the most unique interiors I've seen in San Francisco, Johnny Foley's Irish House is absolutely worth stopping by. A great combination of atmosphere, comfort food, and classic Irish pub charm.

This review is based on 1 pint of beer! It was a good pint of beer. Went in around 4 o'clock in the…read moreafternoon and was served promptly. Good Irish music on in the bar to listen to. $10 for a pint of beer...I get it...it's downtown San Francisco. But does not look like I'm gonna have many pints there in the future.

Treasure found, what a great find. My sisters and I were there last night and it was awesome!…read more Everything was perfect, the location, parking, the decor, the service, the drinks, the food , the Irish bread and the dessert. We started off with drinks, shots, Irish coffee, happy drink and other suggestion by our friendly server, all were good. We had the sampler appetizer platter, wings, Veggies,potato skins, onion rings, cheese quesadilla and the best sausage rolls I've had in a while. We ordered entrees to share, we had the Cobb salad, fish &chips and bangers & mash, WOW, JUST WOW. We ended with the lemon tart, it made my mouth pucker is a good way. The Irish was so tasty we look home a loaf. So glad my sister found it and suggested we come, we will definitely return and enjoy this establishment for years to come. the service was top notch, all the servers were excellent, friendly and we received the best service. I am sorry we didn't get too many pics, these were just 2 of the many things we had. We recommend you come and enjoy this p,ace, you'll be happy you did.

Service was excellent and the atmosphere is fun and lively. It was packed on a Friday night, with a…read moregood family-style vibe--felt like the kind of place you could grab a bite and a beer with your parents, even though I didn't see many kids. I only had the fries, but they were fire--definitely a good sign for the rest of the menu. They also nailed the Guinness pour--clean lines, creamy, and really good. I'll definitely be back to try more of the food.

We stopped by for a place to sit and grab a drink while exploring. They have Guinness on tap plus a…read morefew other beers from across the pond. We were sitting outside and the one server wasn't super attentive but he was nice when we did interact. The outside tables aren't level and I didn't see any blocks to help level it out. Wasn't a big deal as we dint order food.

Not worthy of calling itself an Irish Pub. Their Shepherds Pie tasted like they dumped a can of…read moreManwich into a bowl, added some frozen mixed vegetables, and topped it with "instant" mashed potatoes out of a box. Even the bartender said their Reuben was "just okay." The Blacksmith wasn't good enough to order a refill. I basically ate the food because I was hungry and it was late. Would not recommend.

Buena Vista ended up being our go-to restaurant while staying in SF. Absolutely love the guys…read moreworking the bar. We ate in a back room but the short time we spent in the bar area was pure entertainment. Great guys and I hear they've been there forever. The real reason we kept going back was the food and cocktails though. I highly recommend the Irish Coffee for which they are famous for. Breakfast was solid and a good value for the money. We truly enjoyed chatting with our waiter who was open to making suggestion for places to visit that only the locals would know about.

You might notice that this is the only restaurant in this touristy area that is crowded. That's…read morebecause it's an institution. Their Irish coffee is really good. I even had the decaf one since I needed to wind down for the evening, so I bet the regular tastes better. Had it with a clam chowder. Then had some French toast because I was craving it. The staff were friendly and attentive despite the place being completely packed. It's a great vibe too, I love the energy despite it being a chilly day when I went here. Lots of history on the walls to look at. I came here solo on business so it was easy to get a spot at the bar.

Excellent experience from start to finish. The atmosphere has that classic Irish pub feel--warm,…read morewelcoming, and a great place to relax and enjoy a good meal. I ordered the beer-battered fish and chips, and it did not disappoint. The fish was perfectly cooked with a crispy, golden batter on the outside and tender, flaky fish on the inside. The fries were hot and paired well with the dish, making it a hearty and satisfying meal. To go with it, I had a Golden State Cider, which was a great choice. It was crisp, refreshing, and complemented the fish and chips perfectly. The service was friendly and attentive, and the restaurant itself was clean and well-kept. Between the quality of the food, great drink selection, and inviting atmosphere, The Chieftain is definitely a spot worth visiting in San Francisco. Highly recommend!

Nice local Irish bar a few blocks away from Market street…read more Great Guinness and some Irish cuisine items on order. Also fantastic friendly staff. They've got the gift to gab and provide great pours. I'm not a fan of the three large screen TVs. However, if you like sports and a pint, this is probably a good choice for you.

We came in on a Sunday afternoon for a beer. There were other people there but it wasn't too…read morecrowded, even with the game on (does it really matter which one?). The lady behind the bar seemed to be a one-woman operation. She offered samples of the two beers I was between when I couldn't decide. She was helpful and friendly. There is a $15 minimum if you want to pay with card. Our beers were $9 each. They have a couple of one-off bathrooms which are clean. I saw signs that said they offer trivia on certain nights and they also have darts. This seems like a good, community place.

There are plenty of Irish bars in San Francisco, always a good sign of a truly great city. I've…read morefrequented some more than others, and this is one I never patronized before. I knew there are two locations of this watering hole, one in West Portal and the other here in Noe Valley, both lined in dark wood paneling likely meant to evoke the taverns on Dublin's Temple Street. I came in here on a particularly brisk day weather-wise and ordered the $12 Irish Coffee (Photo 7). I was not disappointed even though the generous topping of whipped cream amounted to a mid-afternoon dessert. Hey, I wasn't complaining. DRINK - 4 stars...an Irish Coffee worthy of Serendipity AMBIANCE - 4 stars...very much a Dublin-like space SERVICE - 4 stars...friendly bartender TOTAL - 4 stars...worthy of a return visit RELATED - Exploring Noe Valley? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/2_90NhgvNS

Came here Saint Patrick's day weekend on a bike ride to ocean beach and decided to stop in. We were…read morenot disappointed! A lovely Irish bartender greeted us, and we got some hearty Irish food to tide us over. I enjoyed the battered sausage, although it tasted more like a meatball with all the spices. My friend is gluten intolerant and got a Gluten Free BLT sandwich. We topped it off with a special, green dyed cocktail they had in honor of the holidays I really liked the bartender and the bar had a very homey vibe to it, with classic bar seats and locals inside who clearly love the character it adds to the neighborhood.

The bartenders seemed nice and helped us get drinks in a timely manner…read more The vibes in the bar were very nice. Great dive bar feel and with a good amount of people it just had a good fun energy. It was a nice little spot that we found out on Irving. The food menu looked like it had some interesting options and a fellow bar goer recommended a couple items. When we came back close to 1:30 am and got their last call, we quickly downed our drinks and left because we saw a rat jumping between picture frames on the back wall.

Irish times rules. Food is dope, Neil is the man. Try the…read moreIrish poutine, it hits. Umm what else, oh the fish n chips are diviiiiine. No joke the fish was juicy af and the batter was light n crispy as all hell.

Stumbled upon this spot by chance. Friend an I were heading to Union square after walking around…read more It has a quaint yet lovely vibe to it. I'm not a drinker so I got a Coke and friend had a beer. The bartender comp my Coke which was a really nice thing to do. We sat outside since it was a hot day. I can't get over how HUGE their bowl of fries is. Think pho soup bowl filled with fries for $8! Can't wait to come back again