Castle Club
Neighborhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

823 Geary Street
San Francisco, CA 94109

Scott G. writes: JBR and I stumbled upon this little bar. Little did we know that we were about to make the biggest mistakes of our lives.  The bartender, a petite asian girl who might have been under age, flirted with dirty old men and then us.  The jukebox stopped…

RJ's Sports Bar
Neighborhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

701 Geary Street
San Francisco, CA 94109

Nish N. writes: Anyone who knows me knows that one of my favorite bars in San Francisco is Rye. But just last night, while at Rye, I had the strange urge to go across the street to a divey-looking bar that I had never stepped foot in, called RJ's.

Right upon…

MatrixFillmore
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

3138 Fillmore Street
San Francisco, CA 94123

Rachel G. writes: I wasn't the coolest kid in high school.  I know.  You're surprised, right?

You're not?  Ummmm, anyway...

I had an internet boyfriend (Hi Rich!) and when M&M's wanted the public to vote for its new color, I signed into AOL and voted Purple about 100…

Zebra Lounge
Neighborhood: Financial District, North Beach/Telegraph Hill

447 Broadway
San Francisco, CA 94133

Jessica I. writes: I was REALLY drunk when I went to zebra lounge.  That alone warrents a star.  I think it was a combination of tequila shots, grey goose and cranberry, and corona that led me into that inebriated state.  So I had a lot of fun that night, but I don't…

Cozmo's Corner Grill
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

2001 Chestnut Street
San Francisco, CA 94123

Phil M. writes: Union Street Festival, t+2 hrs. Although most of the drunken debaucherous revelers are headed inside to recharge their buzz, we're just arriving sober as a funeral party and scrambling to figure out what went wrong. Look at all the fun... whale…

Gravity
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

3251 Scott St
San Francisco, CA 94123

Brady K. writes: Sir Isaac Newton is the granddaddy of gravity. Shall we pause for a moment to reflect on his laws of motion?

1. An object in motion will remain in motion

Once I start dancing at Gravity, my ass is a perpetual motion machine. That sh**'s not fiction…

The Stinking Rose
Neighborhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill

325 Columbus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94133

Kristina R. writes: I get called a slew of nasty names whenever I eat here...dragon breath, toilet breath, dog-poo breath...it's all so abusive and cruel!

I love garlic.  It cleans you out while also tasting good and scaring away Vampires.  I could eat it pickled,…

City Tavern
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

3200 Fillmore St
San Francisco, CA 94123

Genevieve Y. writes: Date & Time:  Tuesday July 1, 2008 @ 5pm
Company:  Sara & Justin, Trish & Jason & Michael
Crowd:  Young Cute Neighborhood Peeps- Girls in Citizen Jeans, Little Tops & Gucci Purses & Guys in Rock n' Republics, Fitted Tees & Flipflops
Vibe:  High Energy &…

The Great Entertainer

2028 S El Camino Real
San Mateo, CA 94403

Dave O. writes: This place is a DUMP! i hate it so damn much, i'm there every weekend.  Its a pool hall, what do you expect?  it has cheesy lighting, crappy tables, the food and drinks suck,  parking is a crap shoot, but your there to shoot pool,  and its FUN! The…

4th Street Bar and Deli
Neighborhood: Union Square, SOMA

55 4th St
San Francisco, CA 94103

michelle i. writes: yeah, i get it.... i actually read everyone elses reviews before writing this. 4th Street Bar is not a big hit with most yelpers.... and i guess it really depends on the purpose of your visit. are you going there on a date? are you looking for a…

Cama
Neighborhood: Mission

3192 16th Street
San Francisco, CA 94103

Jeremy S. writes: Hmm, I think I know why this place is getting such a bad rap...it almost looks like a trendy bar. Certainly it's no Skylark, but it's close enough to scare away the Zeitgeist crowd.

Fear not!

Sure it isn't the rundown beer swilling bar you'd…

Club X
Neighborhood: SOMA

715 Harrison Street
San Francisco, CA 94101

Karen W. writes: 18+!!

Pros:
-Can easily get a VIP card which will let you in for FREE before 12, forever. i love free things!
-Good air conditioning.
-Almost nonexistent line before 11.
-Cool place to lounge and watch people upstairs.
-Nice and lively after about 11:30.…

G3
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond

3910 Geary Boulevard
San Francisco, CA 94118

A J. writes: I'll let you in on a little secret

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In any case, it's kind of an odd place...and…

Playbar
Neighborhood: SOMA

101 6th St
San Francisco, CA 94103

Michael E. writes: Okay, so you know when yours truly, Whitey McWhiteboy here is dancing to hip hop, I must be wasted.

And I didn't get mugged when I left, which was a bonus.

Prime Time Sportsbar & Grill
Neighborhood: Outer Richmond

1810 Clement St
San Francisco, CA 94121

matt m. writes: I stumbled upon this place when I was visiting a friend at 19th & Clement. On this particular night, a woman named Coleen was bartending. She was such a sweetheart! We enjoyed the patio seating--one table & two chairs. Is that still considered a…

B Street Tavern

848 B Street
San Rafael, CA 94901

Erica O. writes: So let me start out by saying I do not drink alcohol. So now you must be asking yourself why the hell is someone who doesn't drink reviewing a bar? Well, I will tell you why. Every Wednesday Night is Karaoke night at the B Street Tavern. I go every…

T2

401 E 3rd Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401

Wei H. writes: The drinks are not cheap, but T2 is the only place that allow indoor smoking and KTV near San Mateo.  I know the owner and the bartender there so maybe I am a bit biased. Different stroke for different people overall, but I always have a good time at…

4th St. Bar and Deli
Neighborhood: Union Square, SOMA

55 4th St
San Francisco, CA 94101

Hannah N. writes: If i could I wouldn't give any stars.

On a recent visit to SF, my friends and I thought we found the perfect spot to watch some college football and have lunch. They had all our favorite beers on tap for $15/pitcher. Their food selection was great and…

Club Move! @ The Glas Kat
Neighborhood: SOMA

Glas Kat Nightclub
520 4th St
San Francisco, CA 94107

Brian Y. writes: This is like the gay prom you never had, in jeans. There is at least a good DJ but the whole vibe seems like any minute your going to get asked if you have a hall pass to be at the dance.

Next time Move comes to town and your wondering how best to…

Tam Cellars and Wine Shop

1803 Larkspur Landing Cir
Larkspur, CA 94939

Rachel C. writes: Two friends and I dropped in here after a flick.  Service was very good. The Verve I had was excellent and the price seemed on target. I would, and will, return whenever I just need a quiet place for a glass of good wine and a little chit-chat.

Also,…

Power Exchange
Neighborhood: SOMA

74 Otis St
San Francisco, CA 94103

luis .. writes: no joke, a girl I was dating brought me here once so I could flog her.  I totally sucked at it and had to let someone who knew what he was doing take over.  The things I'll do to help a girl to bust a nut.  She should have asked me to kick her in the…

Sun Spa
Neighborhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

801 Geary Street
San Francisco, CA 94109

Lula Mae W. writes: Call me prude, but if I see you coming or going from this place, I am going to give you a funny look.

Zeke's Diamond Bar
Neighborhood: SOMA

600 3rd St
San Francisco, CA 94107

Jeff M. writes: You won't get an awesome mai tai or any great seafood tapas or chicks in short skirts handing out shots of some lumpia-flavored vodka you've never heard of.

But you will find a good place to go to at 5:30 on a Tuesday evening, eat a god damned…

Hanaro
Neighborhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

939 Geary Street
San Francisco, CA 94109

Patrick M. writes: Whenever I've passed by this place on Geary, usually on my way to the Edinburgh, I've been curious about Hanaro. Living in Japan (and even a short 3 month stint in Korea), I know a "Snack Bar" (http://en.wikipedia.or...) when I see one, and Hanaro…

Rouge NightClub
Neighborhood: Russian Hill

1500 Broadway
San Francisco, CA 94109

jay h. writes: They were telling jokes at the door.  

The bouncer is one funny ass guy.

Bouncer: "$15 entry fee."

Me: "AHAHHAHHAHAHAHHA!!  That's a good one dawg!  You're hilarious!  Seriously though...there's no ACTUAL cover right?"

Bouncer: "I'm serious...$15."

Me:…

1015 Folsom
Neighborhood: SOMA

1015 Folsom Street
San Francisco, CA 94103

Lauren S. writes: Back in the day I was an avid clubber.  That was then.  Back in SD.  Since moving to SF four years ago, I pretty much figured out those days were over.  So now, it takes a very special event, a superb DJ lineup (of the ones I listen to now), or just…

Paradise Lounge
Neighborhood: SOMA

308 11th Street
San Francisco, CA 94103

Krishna D. writes: Nice guys own and run this place. The place is strictly promoter driven currently. Right promoter and right night, it's pumping. Other nights, metaphorical tumbleweeds blow desolate through the house. Nothing more painful than to watch a promoter…

Kells Irish Restaurant & Bar
Neighborhood: Financial District

530 Jackson Street
San Francisco, CA 94133

Clinton K. writes: I rolled into Kells, it was totally packed and I see a sign that says Public Bar/Restroom downstairs. Damn, that toilet looked like it had been used more than Courtney Love.

The DJ (jukebox?) was playing one of the top ten hip hop songs for white…

Hooters of San Francisco
Neighborhood: Fisherman's Wharf

353 Jefferson St
San Francisco, CA 94133

Eggs M. writes: When I go to Hooters I always sit there and wonder if I'm too old and fat now to work there.  Could my B cups have ever filled up the white Hooters issue push-up bra?  Would I be too nervous to expose that much bottom in a restaurant setting?  Do I…

The Dirty Martini
Neighborhood: Fisherman's Wharf

2801 Leavenworth St
San Francisco, CA 94101

Skunky G. writes: So it's almost one year since I wandered into the Dirty Martini all pissed off, 60 pounds fatter, and much less of the office gangsta I have become since. This time around, our company was bigger and I knew what to expect. I also knew that it was…

China Lake Express
Neighborhood: Lakeshore, Lower Hills

3271 Lakeshore ave
Oakland, CA 94610

PattyCake L. writes: I don't understand all the 1 start reviews.  The food of course is not like any typical authentic Chinese cuisine.  But what do you expect from a fast food joint.  I am a regular there and the food is pretty good.  I normally order the spicy chicken…

New Year's Eve 2007 - the Sequel
Neighborhood: SOMA

Giftcenter Pavillion
888 Brannon St.
San Francisco, CA 94101

Kirsten V. writes: Where do I even begin???  I paid a lot of money for an "amazing venue", open bar, appetizers and got NONE of that.  The place was huge so really anything "special" didn't really stand out.  Open bar, yet getting a drink was close to impossible so…

The Crib
Neighborhood: SOMA

715 Harrison St
San Francisco, CA 94107

Zella B. writes: *Cough* *cough* I *cough* *cough* like *cough* it *cough*....

Yeah, I like The Crib - don't hit me!

Something about it appeals to me. I'm not exactly sure what it is, but people are here to have a good time and I like that. Yes, there is the…

Boss
Neighborhood: SOMA

750 Harrison St
San Francisco, CA 94107

kevo m. writes: $20 cover
POM-Champagne
I've never danced with two women before, yet I did with two different pairs of women.
I shook it like polaroid picture!

White girlllllllllls
Going through my miiiiiind
White girlllllllllls
Help me unwiiiiiiind

Crave
Neighborhood: Castro

2367 Market St
San Francisco, CA 94101

Daniel C. writes: This new tapas joint on the block opened right below The Cafe in the Castro, and when it did, we all wondered whether it would flail or flop.  Luckily, there is hope for this restaurant, so long as they cycle their menu and improve the portions a…

Dallas' Place

699 Oceana Blvd
Pacifica, CA 94044

Christine C. writes: My sister and I went here one morning during the week when we were looking fo someplace for breakfast. The food was ok, coffee ok. The waitress was down right rude. Didn't get a hello when we walked in. She just grabbed menus and tossed them down the…

Gabin
Neighborhood: Western Addition/NOPA

1775 Fulton St
San Francisco, CA 94117

vlad k. writes: there are plenty of brothels that pose as "massage parlors", but brothels posing as karaoke bars?!  that's a new one to me.

we were having drinks at poleng when we noticed this place called Gabin. why not try it out? so we walk in and the place is…

My Place
Neighborhood: SOMA

1225 Folsom St
San Francisco, CA 94103

MofoHomo L. writes: Since this place reopened, it's been a slow haul for My Place to reclaim some of what it had before. Highlights are the rockin' soundtrack, the mellow atmosphere, the friendly no-nonsense bartenders, and "Cheap Date" the monthly party hosted by Metal…