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Press Club
Categories: Nightlife Bars Wine Bars Restaurants American (New) Wine Bars, American (New) [Edit]
20 Yerba Buena LnSan Francisco, CA 94103
Neighborhoods: Union Square, SOMA
(415) 744-5000
Announcement
We'll save a seat for you! 30 bar stools just arrived at Press Club, so come for a glass of wine & rest your feet after all that shopping!
- Hours:
Mon-Thu 4 pm - 10 pm
Fri 4 pm - 12 am
Sat 2 pm - 12 am
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Garage
- Attire:
- Dressy
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Price Range:
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$$$
- Delivery:
- No
- Take-out:
- No
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
- Good For:
- Late Night
- Music:
- DJ
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Thu, Sat
- Happy Hour:
- Yes
- Alcohol:
- Beer & Wine Only
- Smoking:
- No
- Coat Check:
- Yes
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Good For Dancing:
- No
- Ambience:
- Classy, Trendy, Upscale
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
518 reviews for Press Club
Review Highlights
"I am in love with Chateau Montelena."
(in 40 reviews)
"what more could you ask for from happy hour."
(in 44 reviews)
"My fave was definitely the 2004 blend from Miner."
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517 reviews in English
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Review from Shauna S.
2/6/2012
What a lovely place. My BF and I came in here to wind down and chat for a bit and we were pleasantly surprised. Very nice ambiance, good service, and a great selection. Plus we were able to chat in a room full of people and not have to scream (or raise our voices by much) to one another.
The Gundlach Bundschu is marvelous -- full bodied and yet so smooth. The smoked salmon canapés was delicious as well and pairs well with the wine. -
Review from Rika P.
2/9/2012 1 Check-in Here
This is a 3.5 star review.
Not a 3 or a 4.
Nice place with nice decor, Press Club is a wine bar that serves amazing wine flights but a set of mediocre food to pair with your wine. It's located underground, giving a sense of being inside a dark, fermenting wine tunnel. Bad side is, the place can get TOO loud, because of all the sounds that are captured within. During weekday nights, you'll find businessmen socializing over wine, and shoppers relaxing after their spending session. Some nights, Press Club hosts company events, but still open the place for public, making it quite challenging to find a spot.
Service is okay, quite efficient, given how busy the place can be sometimes. I wouldn't complain about it. I would, however complain about the fact that they close the kitchen an hour before their closing time, without a warning. We wanted dessert, but found out that the kitchen was just closed. Hey, at least tell us!
I've been here more than a couple of times. I would perhaps come back, despite their downsides. Their flights are still very much enjoyable. -
Review from Chris T.
Riverside, CA
My sister raved about this place as soon as we landed in San Francisco. We originally wanted to eat there the first night, but they were closed to due a private party that was being held there. So we decided to come back the next day and check it out.
Press Club is mainly a wine bar and they serve snacks and small bites to accompany the wine. It seems like it would be a great place to lounge after a long day at work (saw a lot of people in business suits). Press Club has a great space that is divided among the walls of bottles of wine. One area looks like a dining area with restaurant tables and chairs, another area has couches for lounging, and an area with small bar and stools.
My sister and I went in and we were pretty much able to seat ourselves. Walked around and chose to sit in the lounging area of the restaurant. Got a couple glasses of water and looked over the menu.
My sister suggested we get what their menu calls "Flights," which are a kind of tasting of three different kinds of wine within a specific class. The Flight I chose was Light Whites, which included a Swanson Pinot Grigio, Hanna Souvignon Blanc, and a J.J. Prum Reisling. The Reisling was my favortie and the Pinot Grigio was my least. All a little sweet and fruity.
We knew we wanted to order some cheese to go with our wine, so we chose a plate with three cheeses: Humboldt Fog, Truffle Tremor, and Mt Tam. The cheese plate comes with a selection of fruit, crackers, tapenade, and jams/preserves to eat with your cheese. The Truffle Tremor was my favorite. Soft, creamy, and savory. Mmm... Another thing we ordered was the Funghi Misti Pizzetta. Really good...
I`m not much of a wine drinker, but I`ve gotten to open my pallet and venture into something that I can learn to like, and even love. -
Review from Steven L.
St Charles, IL
2/6/2012
Had a great time, everyone was very friendly. A must for a chill might in the San Fran area.
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Review from Lina K.
Alameda, CA
1/20/2012
I came here recently to celebrate a friend's birthday. I LOVE the vibe and environment. It seems like a place where a bunch of young professionals come after work. It's a great spot to come with some friends and talk.
My only complaint would be the loudness of the music. I arrived at about 8 pm and it was pretty chill. We had our own area and talked/laughed. About an hour later, the music got really loud where it was really uncomfortable to talk. It made you feel as if you wanted to get up and dance. I looked around and everyone was just sitting and trying to have conversations. If this place is designated to be more low key and not so much into dancing, it'd be nice if the noise level of the music was comfortable so others could continue conversations without yelling.
Otherwise, I definitely recommend it and I'll be back. -
Review from Stephanie M.
San Francisco, CA
One Word: Swanky.
When I think of Press Club, I think luxurious, trendy, sexy. It's as good looking as Ryan Gosling. This place would be a million times better if they had more than wine and beer. I really enjoyed the chill out music and ambiance, just keep in mind its very chill here. They also have DJ's on some nights which is pretty cool. The service was great and friendly. When it comes to wine tasting, you have the option of trying out the various boutique California wineries in different stations. Definitely try the Chateau Montelena. This place is great for small private events or with a date, not so much for a fun HH with a team. Sometimes you just have to lounge, and Press Club is a good place to start. -
Review from Jenny I.
San Francisco, CA
2/9/2012
We went here for drinks last night, the place was PACKED, I guess a conference was in town, but the atmosphere was fun and the snacks were good. It was a litte expensive but I definitely liked it. Will be back!
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Review from Jenny L.
1/18/2012
This is one of the best places in SF to network, lounge around and chill with wine and an assortment of appetizers. There are plenty of sections for various groups to meet up independently as well as socialize with others in the bar area or on the sofas.
Service is friendly and helpful. The ambiance is warm and inviting with dim lit areas for relaxing and engaging with others. There is a private room with a plasma screen for presentations if needed. Parking is tough on the street, but there are nearby garages. -
Review from Liwei Y.
1/28/2012
This is a nice swanky, posh place. Great place to lounge. Came here for happy hour and small plates after work. My coworkers ordered a bunch of wine...like maybe 30 bottles. I thoroughly enjoyed one of the malbecs and one of the syrahs. The food here was also really good. Considering how crowded the place was and how much my coworkers and I ordered, I was impressed by the speed the wine/food was being delivered to us. Especially loved the pizzettes, the lamb meatballs, and the salmon plates! Will probably want to come back here some other time! :)
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Review from Susanna W.
Palo Alto, CA
1/1/2012 1 Check-in Here
Happy 2012!
In an uber last minute move, we decided to celebrate NYE here. We were looking for something low key and cheap (it ended up being around $22, despite purchasing tickets the night before) and Press Club fit the bill.
AMBIANCE: Very modern, with clean lines and nice mood lighting. Press Club has a very simple, understated sexy vibe. There are low couches as well as tables with comfy bar stools scattered throughout the space/inlets, which creates the perfect space for socializing. For whatever reason they decided to BLAST the music (mostly beat-centric stuff) before midnight, which made it hard to hold a conversation. This seemed to go against the rest of the ambiance they were going for, and kind of annoyed me. The music switched to pop after midnight, which facilitated the need of most people to get their wiggles on.
SERVICE: Super friendly. Our server disappeared at times, but was very personable when he was around, and super accommodating. The busboys also did a good job switching our glasses and taking away empty plates.
FOOD:
The kitchen was closed for the night, but we were able to sample the charcuterie plate ($8). Fairly priced IMO; the crackers were pretty good (although very dry), I really liked the mini pickles, and my friends seemed to enjoy the meats (I didn't get a chance to try).
They have a very large selection of wines (duh). We ended up with a bottle of bubbly and were very satisfied. Our total for the night for a party of 6 was only ~$69 (including tax and tip), which kind of blew my mind.
OVERALL: Enjoyable. I'd be willing to return on a normal night to check things out. -
Review from Hannah W.
Mountain View, CA
1/11/2012 2 Check-ins Here
Full of wine and delighted with my wonderful evening chatting it up with my old friend V and enjoying a really great selection of wine and beer topped off by some zinfandel and cabernet sauvignon on the house.
V had been here before, but I never would have ventured down the long mysterious staircase if not for my trust in her taste for good drinks and great ambience. The bartender (whose name I regretfully did not catch) really put us at ease encouraging us to taste and ask questions to our hearts content before we settled on a beer for V and a chardonnay flight for me. The bartender was really helpful and very accomodating of our indecisiveness and even gave us tastes of some zin and cab that were poured out by mistake, giving us a brief primer on zin from sonoma.
The ambience was really laidback; it was, after all, a Monday night. And the bartender encouraged us to take our time, considering the lack of other customers, describing what the place was like on other nights (definitely more hoppin on Thursday and Friday nights with a live DJ on weekends).
I thoroughly enjoyed my time here and truly look forward to coming here again with D for happy hour so we can enjoy even more drinks at a discounted price. Not sure if I would come here on louder, rowdier party nights, but the weeknight atmosphere was perfect for what I'm always looking for in the city. Thanks for introducing me to this place, V! :) -
Review from Vi Y.
12/12/2011
Very cute venue. Wide open spacing with areas everywhere to socialize with your friends, or with the strangers sitting next to you.
Wines start at about $50/bottle.
The food was horrible and expensive. We started with the Meatloaf slider and Duck salami pizza. The meatloaf slider was really dry. Even the bread itself was hardened and stale on the corners. The pizza tastes like the ones from the lunchables kid's meals. =( Roughly $10-15/plate for tiny, poorly made food.
We stopped ordering food after these 2 dishes came out and decided to go elsewhere, no matter how nice the venue.....-$90....bleh. -
Review from Leslie F.
San Francisco, CA
1/5/2012
A really nice after-work wind down, and in San Francisco's desperate lack of square footage, we are so grateful that this place is quite large. The space, divided almost completely down the center, caters to those who appreciate a warm, dark, and robust atmosphere, then opposite that offers a more bright and energetic bar area.
As far as the current menu goes, it's hit and miss. Some of these small plates are probably not worth their price tag, but I can at least vouch for the apple wood smoked bacon wrapped shrimp and Humbolt Fog cheese. This is all with a good, occasionally changing wine selection. I won't go into depth about what wines to order as it's such a personal preference, so see for yourself!
Free coat check and every once in a while, an in-house DJ. Need I say more? -
Review from Food E.
San Francisco, CA
1/1/2012 1 Check-in Here
I've been here several times with friends and have to say though it's a bit on the pricy side and wine flights could be better, 1) atmosphere is great, 2) spaciousness is hard to get by in the city, and 3) hello convenient location.
Got the light white flight (Swanson Pinot Grigio, Hanna Sauvignon Blanc, J. J. Prum Riesling) last time and shared the two cheese plate (Cypress Grove's Truffle Tremor, Beecher's Flagship Cheddar). Loved Beecher's Flagship cheddar. :)\\
Would definitely make a trip back here. -
Review from Aaron M.
1/16/2012
Delicious California wines, and bars staffed by knowledgeable folks that work for each winery represented. Tasting here is like a mini trip to Napa, without the drive.
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Review from Amy S.
San Francisco, CA
1/27/2012
Went there last night. The place has an AWESOME vibe. Wanted to try the food but the kitchen was closed. Definitely going there again!
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Review from Jim H.
San Jose, CA
1/27/2012
Came in for their happy hour, not really sure what to expect. I will be back! Amazing draught beer selection, with incredible microbrews that were obviously carefully hand picked by somebody that knows and loves beer. Inside is trendy and chic, with plenty of seating and a great vibe.
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Review from Lenneal G.
Emeryville, CA
12/12/2011 1 Check-in Here
Let me just throw this out of the way now, the Press Club is pricey. You can easily run up a three digit wine tab in just 3-4 glasses. So why 4 stars?...
Well you pay for the ambiance and this is a classy place. It doesn't look like much from the outside but the inside is all 1st rate. Very warm tones, comfortable seating and seductive lighting. It can get loud but not that obnoxious loud where you want to throttle someone in their sleep. We're talking the kind of loud that will make your date wanna lean in a little closer to you and have that one-on-one convo while the buzz of the crowd sounds in the background.
People watching is great, as it seems this is a hot spot for SF's young professional (and those older types seeking the company said young professionals). The wine selection is a mix of middle of the road to upper end California wines so there is wide variety. The food selection is like the wine fairly pricey and not very filling. But again the focus is on the wines so either dine at a different location of satisfy yourself with Press Club's small plates. (one star deduction)
Also people should feel free to have large gatherings here, as the venue is big and can accommodate sizable parties. I seen a number of social groups have gatherings of 30+ people and there is still a ton of space for everyone else. There is also the equivalent of 3 large bars (two long serving stations and a more traditional 3 sided bar with the servers in the middle.
Special acknowledgment to the wine director Brenna, who is an absolute doll and provided my friend and I will exceptional service despite the lounge being crowded. I would patronage Press Club again just because of the friendly service she provided. Well done miss, well done indeed. -
Review from Alayne H.
11/15/2011 1 photo
I was in town for the weekend and met a couple of friends (shout out to Lauren S.) who live in the Bay area here for happy hour.
The space is beautiful - very chic! We arrived at 5p and it was on the quiet side and we decided to take a seat at the bar. The wine menu is thoughtful and not overwhelming, which I appreciate. Price points to accommodate everyone's budget were also noted. I first ordered a red and white wine pairing and then a glass of Miner Sangiovese. I particularly enjoyed the Sangiovese.
We ordered the Bacon Caramel Corn to munch on and needless to say, yummy!
While we were there, it filled up quickly with patrons celebrating the end of the work day. What was nice is that even though it was buzzing with people, the noise level was not overwhelming.
I'll be sure to visit the Press Club again when I am in Union Square. -
Review from Tricia K.
Rio Rancho, NM
11/24/2011
I can't speak about the wine selection as I am allergic to alcohol. However, that hasn't stopped me from patronizing wine bars as I enjoy the small plates and atmosphere. I was craving cheese and pate so I went with a 3 cheese selection and charcuterie plate. I loved that you could choose the cheeses yourself and everything came with plenty of accompaniments.
Its wonderful that this wine bar is very large and you can have a big group without feeling like you are occupying half of the place. For those "non alcoholic" drinkers, they have wine grape flavored sodas which are really delicious (and seemingly only available in CA). -
Review from Annalise F.
San Francisco, CA
11/22/2011
I've been to the Press Club twice now- both times for corporate events. I can't comment on how easy they are to work with, or the affordability of the space- but I can comment on being a guest of an event in this facility.
The Press Club is swanky. Uber swanky. I feel like I just walked into an elite venue that caters to the rich and powerful (and it might- given its "feel.") The lighting, modern decor, and music make this place posh, chic, and exciting.
My only negative: The Press Club is a difficult place to host a networking event- based on sheer volume alone. With no carpeting or other sound buffers it gets difficult to hold a conversation! -
Review from Philip H.
San Francisco, CA
11/14/2011
Really great space to meet for drinks after work, and if you're planning a party or a corporate event, the options are endless. I recommend the full cheese plate. You won't be disappointed. Quince paste, fresh figs, olive tapenade, pine nuts, fresh fruit....need I say more?
Thursday nights they invite local wine makers to pour flights of their signature wines for around $25-$35.
We were fortunate enough to meet Walker, one of the staff members at Press Club. She was awesome! She helped us decide what whites we should start with and which ones would pair well with the various cheeses we ordered. Then she showed us around and introduced us to the Swanson Vineyard's Zinfandel.
I will definitely coming back to Press Club soon. -
Review from Sunny D.
10/29/2011
100% a place I would give a second chance to *but only for drinks*.
I went here with some girlfriends visiting from out of town and we adored the place.
The music was spot on and the ambiance was perfect. Decor was clean and modern and the place made me feel it was worth taking the time to dress up for.
My one very BIG issue was with the service. We had made reservations for dinner (which I don't recommend bc their food wasn't that tasty) but they made us awkwardly stand by our table for a good 25 min bc they didn't have enough chairs for us. I don't understand this at all and I don't have the patience for such a mess up in a city as big as SF with so many competing restaurants and bars in the area.
On top of that the waitress wasn't apologetic at all and gave lots of her SF wannabe east coast attitude towards us, at one point even snapping at my friend saying "I don't appreciate all of your questions" ... What did we do to her? Except stand for an additional 25 min in 5 inch heels and casually wonder where in the H-E-double hockey sticks our chairs are?!
You work in the service industry, dealing with customer questions is the bare minimum requirement. So spare me with your fake hipster glasses and $4.25 minimum wage waitressing job, and just find us the 3 random missing chairs.
Somehow the manager got wind of what happened and served us with a bottle of champagne and bottle of wine on the house. He also apologized, and even told us he had issues with her all night. Yikes, and he still kept on her staff? Why?
So all in all I would recommend skipping out on the food, but a enjoy a good drink or two. -
Review from Nick B.
San Francisco, CA
11/26/2011
We had enough time to squeeze and hour in at the Press Club before they closed and honestly I was looking to impress my lady a little bit with how debonair I could be.
This is a nice little chill spot. It is elegant without being snobby. I highly recommend the Bacon Carmel Corn and just ask what they are pouring that goes well with that. It is like a dessert snack delicious combo. We had enough time to snack and decompress before heading out for a final club hurrah! For those not on the party circuit this place is great at happy hour as well. -
Review from Kathryn M.
San Francisco, CA
11/7/2011
LOVE THIS PLACE!!!
I first came here for a friend's happy hour on a Friday night and it was hopping! GREAT space - lots of little inlets and bays and benches/tables where groups can gather, but also spacious and open in a way that encourages/enables mingling. The noise level was perfect - loud enough to be lively, but quiet enough to hear people and have a real conversation.
After my positive first impression, I looked into booking a space here for a function (birthday drinks) this past weekend. I worked with Whitney and the entire experience was terrific! Everyone I interacted with was extremely accommodating and made the planning process a pleasure from start to finish.
The actual event went off without a hitch. All of the guests made a point of commenting on the awesomeness of the venue, and the people who helped us out during the event were great. Our bartender in particular was a total gem, so helpful. I would book this place again in a heartbeat.
What to know: This place is a wine bar/lounge with an upscale feel, very sophisticated, yet comfortable and unpretentious. Terrific ambiance/decor. Also, great logistics: The Fifth and Mission parking garage is right around the corner, and I think there's a BART stop nearby too.
Live DJ on Saturday night only added to the awesomeness. In addition to a good selection of wines and beers, there were lovely light dining options for those who wanted food. All in all, a great experience. I will definitely be back. -
Review from marlon e.
Chino, CA
10/9/2011 2 Check-ins Here
Happy hour bitches!!!
It's all about the happy hour!
I love happy hour cause I'm cheap like your momma! -
Review from Cynthia L.
Pasadena, CA
9/25/2011
Staying at the Marriott Marquis? Too lazy to take a BART train ride or walk more than a block to find a swanky bar? Press Club is conveniently located adjacent to the hotel and offers a comfy, intimate lounge setting with an extensive list of wines by the glass, flight or bottle. They also have beer and a small plates menu. I went late night on a Saturday and there was plenty of seating. Not crowded at all, but not empty either. Most patrons were dressed business casual or fashionable, but there seemed to be no dress code, or rather not one that was strictly enforced. No cover charge either.
I ordered "side by side" cabernet wines, which seemed to be a half glass of two different wines. Together they were $15 total. Both were deep bodied and smooth; good picks by the sommelier.
A special thanks to Press Club for being chill about my guy friend who kept falling asleep on the couch. He was just tired, not drunk in any way. The waitress annoyed me about waking him up every time she walked by, but they didn't bring about security or kick us out. Other places would not have been so lenient. -
Review from Daniel A.
10/26/2011 1 Check-in Here
Great place to try wine, b/c of the resident wineries that are there pouring wine. The overall wine selection is good as well. The crowd is well dressed, typical in business casual. Doesn't seem to get crowded.
It is much longer than it appears when you walk in and descend the stairs. -
Review from Jeanne L.
9/9/2011 1 Check-in Here
I am in love with Chateau Montelena!
It's silky, light and has hints of fruit with a very mild oakiness. It's a pinot noir disguised as a cabernet sauvignon. This wine is perfect. I think it would pairs well with just about anything and you can drink it by itself because its just that smooth.
$24 glass of Chateau Montelena followed by a glass of the Elyse, a sophisticated and dim lit ambiance with a bustling crowd after work hours, open seating, great conversation with a friend -- I lost all track of time. -
Review from sasha h.
10/1/2011
Recently stopped by here to have dinner and drinks with a friend. Definitely a classy wine bar and a good place for after work drinks on the weeknights or even the weekends. They had a DJ which helped set a mood for the place. Never got very crowded while i was there which was nice and the music drains out people talking so despite the fact that it was busy i could still hear the person i was sitting across from just fine. It is a big open space underground with lots of high tables and chairs and then couch areas around the exterior. The decorations are empty colored wine bottles everywhere, adds a nice touch. Lamps are also very trendy. They have a pretty good assortment of beer and wine. I had a Riesling that was quite good.
For food we had....
Poblano chili and artichoke dip - really liked this, the chili and artichoke mixed well so neither flavor stood out too much. comes with two types of crackers
cheese steak sliders - comes with two, pretty small. Caramelized onions are a nice touch
crab cakes - comes with two. the dipping sauce is good. crab cake itself was fine, nothing special
basil pesto pizzetta - this is four small slices that barely amount to the size of a personal size pizza. This was probably my least favorite items. Was a bit too oily and the olives stood out too much -
Review from Valerie S.
San Francisco, CA
11/19/2011
The beer happy hour brought me in. I had been meaning to stop by for some sparkling wine, but on a warm Saturday afternoon, that was the winner.
The contemporary atmosphere is somehow warm and welcoming. It's very rectilinear but still cozy. I was surprised by a good amount of people indulging. Listening to the staff, they know their wines and seem to really enjoy their work. I'd be very comfortable meeting a new friend for a drink. -
Review from lokesh y.
San Bruno, CA
11/12/2011
i came here couple of hours ago to join a meetup group and i ended up staying after the group was long gone.
Here are the list of things that made me stay for couple of more hours:
i) Kimmy the DJ (Kimmy, if you see me again on Friday, i'm coming back just for you, you're lovely and your selection is great).
ii) The selection of wines (c'mon u know what to pick, do i have to say it ?)
iii) Phoebe the Waitress (you're lovely), and
iv) the hot women at the Wine bar.
with lots of love
Lokesh -
Review from M H.
Walnut Creek, CA
11/2/2011 1 Check-in Here
Top notch! Service, wine list, and staff knowledge are all 5 stars. Impressive club for adults who wish to shy away from the loud atmospheres usually associated with downtown bars.
Give the crabcakes a try, and ask about The Scholium Project wines.
When I went last I was really feeling like a beer, and WOW. I drank too much of it and forgot the names, but ask the bartender to reccomend something and you won't be dissappointed! -
Review from Vicky L.
How did I not know this place existed, despite walking past a million times?
Oh I know. It's because I'm unobservant, and normally my attention is drawn to Beard Papa's. What a fatty.
Press Club is one of those really posh, trendy (read: dim lighting) places to hang out for a drink and some small bites. They have your typical cheese and salumi plates, nice wine list, and snacks like truffle butter popcorn.
I came in with high expectations after reading reviews. I'm a fan of sparkling wines when I'm just there for a glass after dinner, but their selections seemed more limited than other places (District, Pour House). I chose one of their two sparkling wines, a rose, and it was a delicious but pricey glass for $16.
However, the truffle butter popcorn left much to be desired. The butter gave the fluffy white popcorn a nice savory coating, but it wasn't evenly dispersed. I'd say that maybe 1/3 of my popcorn actually had the truffle butter on it, which was definitely a disappointment and definitely doesn't even remotely compare to the one at BIN38.
The salumi plate was pretty good, with different types of cured meats, slices of crunchy buttered crostini, and ground mustard. I thought it was a little weird that they didn't give us small plates or utensils. It's okay, it just made hovering over the tray more acceptable.
Good place for a chill weeknight drink. Not sure if I'd go out of my way, as I'm not much of a wine person anyway, but it's filed away under "alcoholic option if Beard Papa's is closed."Listed in: SOMA Embarcadero eats
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Review from Regina W.
10/8/2011
I was only here for a few minutes. The staff was really nice from the time I walked in until the time I left. (The only reason I left was because one of the hosts of the event I went to was a rude cow, so I left. If I could rank them they'd get one star, but that has no impact on the folks who work at the Press Club.)
The girls' who checked my bag and coat were very nice as was the bartender who gave me a taste of their Riesling. (Sorry I didn't make it back downstairs, dear bartender.)
The decor is very nice and very sophisticated. It made me feel like I was back in NYC. Hopefully, I'll be back for another reason and will be able to stay longer. -
Review from Calvin W.
San Francisco, CA
9/18/2011
Swanktastic!
Everything is super classy so dust off your tuxedo tshirt and be ready to mingle with the FiDi crowd.
Also, this place is cash-free so you rack up your tab on this card and pay at the end. WOOHOO for not having to handle alcohol-soaked dolla dolla billz y'all!!!! -
Review from Jim A.
Eastlake, OH
9/3/2011 1 Check-in Here
This is a very nice place. It's underground, so no windows, very elegant decor. I'm not sure what the menu is like as I attended a private wine tasting event there.
The beers and wines were excellent. Very nice variety and over all great service with knowedgable bartenders. The apps were out of this world. I can only imagine what dinner there would be like. -
Review from victoria b.
Lawndale, CA
10/8/2011 1 Check-in Here
I was just a passerby when I saw this place. Wondering around the city on my own I figured a small wine bar would be nice, well this placed definitely fooled me from the outside.
When looking in from the glass window, this place looks small and intimate, but its actually large and intimate. When I went inside there were a lot of company gatherings which seemed pretty common.
The place is great! It is definitely a nice place to take a group of friends, have a glass of wine and just chit chat about your lives. Noise level can get pretty intense but that just means you are at the right place! Quiet can be... well too quiet.
They have coat checks or bag checks which I thought was pretty neat! It beats carrying around a heavy jacket! Just don't forget it when you leave! -
Review from Brandon O.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
1/23/2012
Wow, we are glad we found this little gem down a side street in san fran while visiting for a long weekend. It looked "cool" in the pictures online, but wayyyyy cooler in person. Great ambiance, good vibe, awesome place to relax and unwind. Wish we couldve stayed longer, but we had dinner res next store. Not sure what the dj was setting up for, perhaps thats the night scene, but our 7pm visit on sat nite was a great cocktail place. Would def return and recommend t others"
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Review from kajal p.
San Francisco, CA
9/13/2011
I love this place. Celebrated my birthday there two a years ago and have been a regular since. They just recently got their own wine and beer license so they can now serve wine. Before they had different representatives from different wineries, which I loved. You could walk around and chat with them and get info.
I still like the place and that will not stop me from enjoying a glass of wine or two with my friends.
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