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SF's New Simpsons Inspired Pop Up Bar "Moe'z"SF’s New Simpsons Inspired Pop Up Bar “Moe’z”
By - posted 2/25/2025
Bars, Brand New, San Francisco

Thanks to 48 Hills for sharing the news that San Francisco has a new destination for fans of The Simpsons. Moe’z, a pop-up bar inspired by Moe’s Tavern, has opened in Lower Nob Hill. Located on Sutter Street, this bar offers an experience with references to the long-running animated series. The more...

Oakland is Getting a Brand New 1,000 Person Capacity Music VenueOakland is Getting a Brand New 1,000 Person Capacity Music Venue
By - posted 2/12/2025
Bars, Brand New, East Bay, Oakland

Thanks to KQED for sharing the news that Oakland is getting a brand new 1,000 person capacity music venue in downtown. A new music venue, Ceremony, is set to open next month in downtown Oakland near the corner of Broadway and 13th Street. With a capacity of 1,000, the venue aims to more...

The Castro Could Become SF's Largest Open-Air "Party" ZoneThe Castro Could Become SF’s Largest Open-Air “Party” Zone
By - posted 2/7/2025
Bars, Bay Area Updates, Block Party, City Insight, Eat & Drink, San Francisco

The Castro could become SF’s largest entertainment zone. San Francisco’s nightlife scene might be getting a big boost, as a new proposal could turn The Castro into the city’s largest “entertainment zone.” If approved, this designation would allow bars in the area to serve to-go cocktails during permitted street events, creating more...

SF's Beloved Craft Beer Bar Toronado Up for Sale After 37 YearsSF’s Beloved Craft Beer Bar Toronado Up for Sale After 37 Years
By - posted 1/28/2025
Bars, Eat & Drink, Goodbye, San Francisco

San Francisco is saying goodbye to another legendary institution as Toronado, the iconic Lower Haight beer bar, is officially up for sale. After 37 years of serving some of the best craft beer in the country, owner and founder Dave Keene has announced his retirement, marking the end of an more...

SF Bay Area's Most Festive Christmas Bars for 2024SF Bay Area’s Most Festive Christmas Bars for 2024
By - posted 12/17/2024
Bars, Christmas, Eat & Drink

Festive Holiday Bars to Visit in the Bay Area This Winter The Bay Area is brimming with holiday spirit, and its festive pop-up bars are the perfect way to toast the season. From cozy Christmas hideaways to tiki-style winter wonderlands and even San Francisco’s first Holiday Pop-up Bar Comedy Festival at more...

San Francisco's Cozy Winter Bars with FireplacesSan Francisco’s Cozy Winter Bars with Fireplaces
By - posted 10/29/2024
Bars, City Discoveries, Eat & Drink, San Francisco

When the nights grow longer, sometimes you just want to cozy up with a drink by a roaring fire. Here are five great bars with fireplaces to warm up for winter. Updated 10/29/24 Cozy Bars with a Fireplace in San Francisco Park Chalet Golden Gate Park | The coastal beer garden at Park more...

Huge New 30,000 sqft Sports Bar Opening at Chase Center in 2025Huge New 30,000 sqft Sports Bar Opening at Chase Center in 2025
By - posted 10/16/2024
Bars, Brand New, Eat & Drink, Only in San Francisco, San Francisco

San Francisco is set to get a huge new addition to its sports scene with the opening of Splash at Thrive City in early 2025. Likley named after the Splash Brothers (Steph Curry and Klay Thompson, even though Klay is no longer with the team), the 30,000 square foot, state-of-the-art sports more...

49ers Watch Party (w/ Happy Hour All Game)49ers Watch Party (w/ Happy Hour All Game)
By - posted 9/28/2024
Bars, Bay Area Favorites

Watch the 49ers every week with discounted drinks (until 6:30p) at The Function – one of SF’s newest bars at the bar or in their comfy upstairs lounge 🏈 Join us every week at The Function for the ultimate 49ers Game Watch Party! 🏈 📍 Location: The Function – 1414 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 🗓 Every Game more...

SF's Tallest 360° "Sky Bar" ReopensSF’s Tallest 360° “Sky Bar” Reopens
By - posted 9/14/2024
Bars, City Discoveries, Only in San Francisco, Reopening, San Francisco

After a three-month hiatus, Cityscape, San Francisco’s tallest sky bar, is reopening just in time for clearer skies and stunning views. Perched 46 stories high atop the Hilton San Francisco Union Square, this 360-degree sky bar offers unparalleled vistas of the City by the Bay including the Golden Gate Bridge, Bay more...

SF's Beloved 'Sunset Reservoir Brewing Co.' ClosingSF’s Beloved ‘Sunset Reservoir Brewing Co.’ Closing
By - posted 8/23/2024
Bars, Bay Area Updates, Goodbye, LGBTQ+, San Francisco

San Francisco brewery, Sunset Reservoir Brewing Company, is saying goodbye at the end of the month. The beloved brewery has served the Outer Sunset for the past decade, serving food and drinks, and hosting their popular Drag Brunch. The acclaimed brewery has won several awards including: Best Local Brewery Best Beer Selection Best Brunch Best more...

SF's Brand New '70s-Themed Bar & Secret Retro Disco Opens Aug. 22SF’s Brand New ’70s-Themed Bar & Secret Retro Disco Opens Aug. 22
By - posted 8/20/2024
Bars, Brand New, San Francisco

San Francisco is getting a brand new ’70s-themed bar and nightclub, Rick and Roxy’s, at 2131 Lombard Street in the Marina District. The venue will feature two distinct venues under one roof. Rick’s is a cozy 70s-themed bar exuding nostalgic charm with its low ceilings, decorative rock wall, and game room more...

Here's What SF's New Downtown "Party Zone" Might Look LikeHere’s What SF’s New Downtown “Party Zone” Might Look Like
By - posted 7/25/2024
Bars, Brand New, Only in San Francisco, Outdoor Dining

San Francisco is about to get its own slice of New Orleans and Las Vegas with California’s first Entertainment Zone on Front Street. Thanks to new legislation, this area in the Financial District will become a lively, pedestrian-friendly spot where visitors can enjoy alcoholic drinks to-go while exploring vibrant streetscapes more...

SF's Newest Bar "The Function" Soft Opens June 27SF’s Newest Bar “The Function” Soft Opens June 27
By - posted 6/27/2024
Bars, Brand New, Only in San Francisco

Be the VERY FIRST to check out THE FUNCTION – San Francisco’s brand new cocktail lounge, wine bar (and night-time comedy club!) bringing back classic cocktails and nightlife to Market Street. Can’t Make it June 27th? Join us for happy hour all weekend (June 28-30). You’re invited to join us for this more...

SF Will Be the First City in California to Have Boozy Entertainment ZonesSF Will Be the First City in California to Have Boozy Entertainment Zones
By - posted 6/26/2024
Bars, Brand New, San Francisco, Support the Bay

San Francisco to Become First City in California to Create New Entertainment Zones Authorized under new state law, the first Entertainment Zone will be in Downtown San Francisco on Front Street under Mayor Breed’s legislation approved today. Other EZ locations being considered include Union Square, Mid-Market, and Thrive City. On June 25, 2024, more...

GG Park's Beer & Wine Garden is Back (Memorial Day Weekend 2024)GG Park’s Beer & Wine Garden is Back (Memorial Day Weekend 2024)
By - posted 5/23/2024
Bars, Fun & Games, Only in San Francisco, Outdoor Dining, Outdoorsy, Parks & Beaches, San Francisco

Golden Gate Park’s seasonal watering hole is back with a cocktail twist – For the first time, brunch cocktails will be available in addition to beer and wine. Starting Memorial Day Weekend 2024, park-goers can enjoy their favorite brunch cocktails as The Whale’s Tail makes a splash on the JFK Promenade, more...