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Since 1916, The Buena Vista Café in Fisherman’s Warf has been a San Francisco landmark. In 1952, with aid from Pulitzer-Prize winning travel writer Stanton Delaplane, the then-owner of the Buena Vista perfected the recipe for their now legendary Irish Coffee. The drink is so popular, the Buena Vista serves up to 2,000 Irish Coffees a day. Should you choose to bypass the Café’s claim to fame, there is a full bar that features a long list of specialty drinks including the Akvavit w/ Beer Snit, the New Orleans Fizz, and the Nutty Irishman. The kitchen serves traditional American fare …
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Manned by a staff devoted to quality, authenticity, and hospitality, Flour + Water embodies Old World expertise carried out in a casual and contemporary setting. Truly thoughtful design is not only behind the restaurant’s urban eclectic décor, but it’s also present in every ingredient that goes into each dish on the fine-tuned menu. The meats are cured in-house and the pizzas are served exclusively Neapolitan style. And as memorable as the pizza is, the in-house made pasta is another prize. Flour + Water also works hard to make wine accessible and inviting, pouring glasses of quality drink for all to …
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Jack’s Bar the Cannery is a local favorite watering hole located in the heart of San Francisco’s tourist packed Fisherman’s Warf. The dark wood walled décor includes centuries-old wood carvings, and the high ceiling features intricately textured panels. The full bar offers a selection of 85 beers, with over 60 choices on tap. The cuisine menu is limited to general bar fare, including items like burgers, chicken sandwiches, crab sandwiches, and steaks, while still offering Fisherman’s Warf staples like clam chowder, shrimp cocktail, and clams. Be mindful that Jack’s Bar the Cannery is a cash only establishment. However, there is …
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Since 1882, The Northstar Café has served the thirsty of North Beach strong drinks and cold beer. One of the areas longest and latest Happy Hour specials runs Monday through Friday from 1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and features $3 beers and well drinks. Free popcorn provided to those looking for a light snack. Board games and free pool keep guests entertained. A local favorite, The Northstar Café is a great choice to grab a drink in a friendly and casual environment after work, or just whenever.
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For a taste of Ireland in Fisherman’s Warf, Tiernan’s Irish Pub offers guests an extensive food menu that features Irish cuisine alongside live music, and a full bar with over thirty beers on draught. Appetizers such as the Guinness Steamed Mussels and the Irish Nachos feature a decidedly Emerald Isle touch to standard pre-meal favorites. In addition, this Irish gastro pub provides other dishes such as the Fettuccine Supremo, Penne Napolitano, and Capellini Fresca, which can be ordered vegan. So if you have someone with certain dietary restrictions, Tiernan’s can accommodate those needs. Featuring nearly a dozen traditional Irish favorites …
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At Globe in the Financial District, they offer exquisite new American cuisine to hungry patrons from lunch until the wee hours of the night. The menu features delicious fare that will make any diner’s stomach growl for a taste, such as Pan Roasted Halibut complemented with artichokes, zucchini and cannellini beans and the Grilled Bone-in 28oz. New York Steak for two with grilled onions and potato gratin. Guests can satiate their appetites with Globe’s house made pizzas as well, like Gamboni Mushrooms with White Truffle Oil and Lamb Sausage and Kalamata Olives. Calming and soothing, Globe’s atmosphere will create a …
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In this day and age, it's hard to find a friendly neighborhood bar with a great selection of beer and traditional pub food, as well as some modern favorites. It's even more difficult to find an establishment that provides all of these things and brews its own award-winning beer; welcome to Magnolia Gastropub & Brewery. Located on the corner of Haight and Masonic, Magnolia provides an authentic pub experience with a healthy helping of superior quality, gourmet dishes, and exotic beer. The brew at Magnolia consistently takes home medals from some of the country's most prestigious competitions, and earns the …
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Located between Pierce and Avila in the Marina, Tuttimelon offers a variety of healthy frozen treats from nonfat yogurt, gourmet gelato and sorbet to smoothies. The fun self-serve style yogurt allows patrons to sample classics like strawberry, as well as exotic flavors like guava and taro. At 30 calories per ounce and made with real nonfat milk, Tuttimelon’s yogurt is a healthy choice for those looking for an alternative to ice cream. Tuttimelon features over 40 flavors of yogurt, gelato and sorbet that can be topped with any combination of fresh fruit, nuts and candy. The lounge offers tables where …
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Drinks in mason jars, filament light bulbs, and bartenders with full mustaches, The Alembic on Haight Street is the quintessential American restaurant and cocktail bar. The menu features dishes that fuse new flavor combinations that explode with every bite. Suckling Pig paired with fennel, peach, cippolini, pickled mustard seed and black pepper jus, and Bone Marrow accompanying caper gremolata and garlic confit are just some of the exciting dishes. Guests can match their tasty entrees with one of Alembic handcrafted cocktails, like the Poop Deck Cocktail—blends cognac, port wine, and blackberry brandy— or the new school Vice Grip, Araku coffee …
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A legendary neighborhood spot, Solstice Restaurant & Lounge serves up the very best craft cocktails with quality ingredients, an uncommon wine list that rivals many wine bars, and a seasonal menu featuring new American fare with a Latin American hint. The menu features entrees that will surely tantalize any palate, such as Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Medallions paired with mozzarella, Yukon gold mash, crispy onions, and jus, and BBQ Baby Back Ribs cooked with house made BBQ sauce and accompanied by a chimichurri salsa. In addition, patrons can pair their exquisite entrées with one of the many handcrafted cocktails or beers …
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Medjool is where The Mediterranean meets The Mission in San Francisco. This chic tapas and wine bar unites Northern African, Southern European, and Middle Eastern cuisine with wines from eleven Mediterranean bordering nations. A Mediterranean melting pot of food and drink is put on a pedestal, as is the restaurant itself. A rooftop terrace allows guests to wine and dine while enjoying a breathtaking 360 degree view of beautiful San Francisco; a one of a kind city experience. Indoor seating allows guests to enjoy the enchanting lounge and ravishing mezzanine, as alternatives, adding to the all around attractive Medjool!
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With its rustic urban oasis vibe, Bar Bambino Café & Wine Bar presents a celebration of Italian culture, drink, and cuisine that transports each guest to Italy without ever leaving California. Nestled in San Francisco’s Mission neighborhood, this restaurant offers a simple yet versatile menu sure to entice, excite, and engage palates. Bar Bambino Café & Wine Bar offers quick bites, full meals, and box lunches. The restaurant is also known for its extensive Italian-only wine collection that enhances a meal’s flavor, richness, and authenticity. Bar Bambino encourages guests to enjoy their food and wine, relax, and revel in the …
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If you are looking for somewhere open late in the Mission District, Thrill of the Grill literally and figuratively delivers. The Appetizer list feature nearly everything you can imagine fried, from Curly Fries, Mozzarella sticks and Chicken Wings to Fried Calamari. Salad offerings include Caesar, Greek, Mixed Green and Shrimp. There are 7 sandwiches, 3 of which are cheese steak sandwiches (Philly, California, and North Beach), while the Half Pound Burger, Marinated Chicken, Meatball, and Blondie (vegetarian) sandwiches round out the rest. If you are craving a pasta dish, there are plenty of choices here as well, from Cheese Ravioli …
