Buffalo Bill's Brew Pub

1082 B Street
Hayward, CA 94541

Rudy R. writes: "Hayward in the House........"

Buffalo Bills is my type of place.  From the atmosphere, the friendliest staff ever, the food and not to mention, the Beers.

My folks and I call this place our Regal Beagle, Drunken Clam, Central Perk, Moes Tavern, Toms…

Englander Sports Pub & Restaurant

101 Parrott St
San Leandro, CA 94577

Lilly O. writes: Let me start by saying that this is not an English pub, not even close. I didn't see any drunk football hooligans, chanting rugby players, or people getting so drunk they pass out on the floor. I didn't even hear any swearing...definitely not an…

The Starry Plough Pub
Neighborhood: South Berkeley

3101 Shattuck Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94705

Jessica P. writes: As an Irish chick, I give this bar a solid 3. Yep, no whiskey. What's gonna go in my IV before I kick the bucket? Whiskey. Why? Because potatoes won't fit in the tube.

I can't believe it took me this long to get there, but it was a bar. Just a bar.…

Paragon Bar & Cafe at the Claremont Resort
Neighborhood: Claremont, Oakland Hills

41 Tunnel Rd
Berkeley, CA 94705

Grace K. writes: This is one of those places that you try SO hard to love.... yet you fail.  Or is it that they fail you....

The view from this restaurant and patio is priceless.  You can see straight ahead into the city of San Francisco.  The driving distance from…

Bar Tartine
Neighborhood: Mission

561 Valencia St
San Francisco, CA 94110

Beah B. writes: Are you kidding me? Not even a four star average? Yooooouuuu troglodytes, you! You wouldn't know classy food if it arrived at your table on a plate and then almost smacked you in the face while entering your body via the mouth hole (this is how I…

The Shadow Lounge
Neighborhood: SOMA

299 9th Street
at Folsom
San Francisco, CA 94103

Jill S. writes: Newly taken over in ownership and management the Shadow Lounge is going to be now called Medici's.  I strolled in for Folsom Street Fair and spanked the General Manager welcome.  This place has a 24 hour license so now the End Up won't be the only…

Que Syrah
Neighborhood: West Portal

230 West Portal Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94127

Liz S. writes: Blink and you could miss this new wine bar in the formerly sleepy neighborhood of West Portal.  I live 5 minutes from there, and had no idea it existed until I read about it on Yelp (hi, Suzanne B.!)

I was there during an odd hour - 6pm on a Sunday…

Sundance Saloon
Neighborhood: Bayview/Hunters Point

550 Barneveld Ave
San Francisco, CA 94102

Tara G. writes: I've died and gone to country heaven!!!  I had sooooo much fun here with my fabulously gay co-worker.  We showed up for the line dancing lessons, fully dressed in my western wear:  vintage boots and cowboy hat... hey, they wanted country and they got…

SF Indie Fest
Neighborhood: Mission

3117 16th St
San Francisco, CA 94110

Bruce R. writes: Even if you don't know the genre understand the point or are just weirded out by the topic, you gotta see at least something independent in between the mainstream blockbuster or romantic comedy.  An expanded worldview is a good thing!

I saw three…

Kung Pao Kosher Comedy
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

New Asia Restaurant
772 Pacific Ave
San Francisco, CA 94133

gwynnie p. writes: Our annual "Christmas party" in a two jew office is to round up some  cronies to help uphold the ancient Jewish custom of eating Chinese on Christmas by attending Kung Pao Kosher Comedy.

What could easily be a 5 star affair is awarded a mere 3 because…

Taste
Neighborhood: Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley

1513 Shattuck Ave
Berkeley, CA 94709

Jen S. writes: I like it. There are fewer wines to taste than I thought. The belini isn't what I was expecting-- too heavy on the nectar and not light and fresh as I was hoping. Good taste, though. The people were nice and I really like the decor. The food looked…

Jazz At Pearl's
Neighborhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill, Nob Hill

256 Columbus Ave
San Francisco, CA 94133

KayJay .. writes: Not that many people will care or do care or have cared about Jazz at Pearl's (evident from the amount of reviews), but since it's been announced that Kim Nalley will be closing it's doors  April 23rd (http://blogs.sfweekly....) I thought I should go…

Z Cafe & Bar

2735 Broadway
Oakland, CA 94612

Joe B. writes: 5 stars for cheap and well-mixed cocktails in a classy venue!  Cheap and classy, that's my style . . . I'm a little hesitant to yelp the happy hour 'cause the bar isn't all that long and I bet the next time I'm there it'll be busy, but I gotta share…

Danny Coyle's
Neighborhood: Lower Haight

668 Haight St
San Francisco, CA 94117

Starla D. writes: Compared to all the other bars in this neighborhood, this one seems very CLEAN.  Everything is bright and polished and nice.  Considering how horribly hung over I was from the previous night, I was grateful to sit in a more seemingly sterile…

Andrew Jaeger's House of Seafood & Jazz - CLOSED
Neighborhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill

300 Columbus
At Broadway
San Francisco, CA 94133

Mai G. writes: Andrew Jaeger's House of Seafood & Jazz...

One of my dearest girlfriends came to visit from Shreveport, Louisiana, and instructed me, not suggest, we go here.  She dined in the one in New Orleans, very recently (after Katrina) and loved the Creole…

Ketch Joanne Restaurant & Harbor Bar

17 Johnson Pier
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Colleen H. writes: We had Ted from Bill and Ted as our waiter! Here's our Excellent Adventure:

He was like "WHOAH, how you doing today?" Came to mack down ey?" Well you came to the right place my friend, (head nodding) you are gonna love this! (slaps menu's) We have…

50 Mason Lounge
Neighborhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

50 Mason St
San Francisco, CA 94620

Yan M. writes: Great place to see up and coming acts but some are truly outstanding acts! Perfect for a great laugh at a $10 admission and seeing about 5-6 stand-ups per night. There is no drinks minimum and you can even bring your own drinks! "Best place to enjoy…

Freemont Bar & Restaurant
Neighborhood: SOMA

326 1st St
San Francisco, CA 94105

michelle i. writes: they love me here! its my favorite karaoke dive bar in SF. i admit i come here too much.... and always completely drunk but ready to sing. sure, most of the patrons here are older filipino men who sing way worse than me, but they're so nice and…

Butta
Neighborhood: Lake Merritt

135 12th St
Oakland, CA 94620

Pookie W. writes: Okay people, I'm about to reveal a side of myself that most of you never see - I'm about to have a One Black Man's POV moment.  I know I seem to be pretty acclimated to the Bay's club scene. I'll hang with you guys in bars where I'm the only Black…

Noonan's Bar and Grill

2233 Larkspur Landing Circle
Larkspur, CA 94939

Mike S. writes: Four stars here is a judgment for the bar only.  Probably the best and biggest selection of alcohols in Marin and maybe the Bay Area.  However, the wines by the glass are less then mediocre.  Given that the bar is located in Marin County it's already…

Underground SF
Neighborhood: Lower Haight, Hayes Valley

424 Haight St
San Francisco, CA 94101

Eric W. writes: "DJ Cheb?", I said while doing a mental inventory of my CD collection. "Yeah, I know that guy; I got a couple of his CD. Ok, KP let's go to Underground SF"
That's how I wound up here this time. Last time it was more like this:
"I haven't listened to…

The VIP Transportation Company

San Francisco, CA 94112

Kevin F. writes: You got 20 friends depending on you for booking a trip... feeling the pressure?  Me too!  We decided on doing a wine trip as a graduation celebration and we were in the market for transportation to and fro.  The search started with one of those…

Elliott's Bar

Hartz Ave
Danville, CA 94526

Brett L. writes: I can't believe someone hasn't Yelped Elliott's - a Danville divebar since 1907.  This place has some history...  It's still a complete eyesore on the inside, but it has plenty of space for groups looking to get their drink on in advance of a hot…

Vinyl Room

221 Park Rd
Burlingame, CA 94010

Dave O. writes: so 2 guys walk into a bar......

What better way to end a boring ass Saturday night then walking into a bar filled with Girls Gone Wild, dancing and making out to Katy Perry's, "I kissed a girl"  ya gotta frickin love it.  some how we went from…

Music Tunnel KTV

3288 Pierce St
Ste A-128
Richmond, CA 94804

Joshua L. writes: 1 Star because the #1 Most Requested Engrish Song in 2005 was Avril effing Lavigne's "Complicated." What? Why??? Please also note, 2004's Most Requested Engrish Song was also AVRIL LAVIGNE'S COMPLICATED? OH MY DEAR MADONNA! POR QUE?

5 Stars because…

Mama Art Cafe
Neighborhood: Excelsior

4754 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94112

matt G. writes: After our solid Hawaiian meal, we were picking our meat from our teeth and walking down the streets of Mission to do a little window-shopping. Then a guy walking his dog with a cup of joe in his possession. His coffee was aromatic and can be smelled…

Parea Wine Bar
Neighborhood: Mission

795 Valencia St
San Francisco, CA 94110

laura b. writes: okay well i feel i must qualify this review with the fact that i had a sad day yesterday.  i won't go into it here but would just like to state, i'm feeling pretty discontent and anxious and ugly and a mess and irritable and all sorts of not good for…

Kingman's Ivy Room

860 San Pablo Avenue
Albany, CA 94706

luis .. writes: I stopped by here for a quick minute after the power went out at Albatross not long after the Sunday trivia started.  A group of us weren't ready to go home so we came here at the suggestion of one of our triviamates.

It has a bit of a swank decor and…

Fresh @ Ruby Skye
Neighborhood: Union Square

420 Mason St.
San Francisco, CA 94101

Chris C. writes: Fresh is the only club I will go consistently.  The music is always great and all my friends all go there.   Great times and by far the only decent gay club I will go to.  Sure it is 6pm-12pm on the 3rd Sunday but  who cares?   We still go out in…

Nectar Wine Lounge

270 Lorton Ave
Burlingame, CA 94010

donna h. writes: 3.5 which really isn't bad!

we had reservations for our party of 12 + 3/4 more tag alongs. they managed to fit us all on the side table which is really long

1. chocolate souffle - reallly good, small sized (don't know if it can beat roy's, but it's…

B Street and Vine

320 S B St
San Mateo, CA 94401

Bryan K. writes: I wasn't gonna review this place.  Like everyone said, how many times can you say the bruschetta is good?

Well it is good (surprise).  But which one?  There is a 4 sampler platter that you can pick from a bevy of choices.  I was slow picking so I got…

997/993 Steiner
Neighborhood: Western Addition/NOPA

Steiner & McAllister
San Francisco, CA 94101

Roseanne W. writes: When I first stumbled upon this haven of hot chicks, knitting, rom-coms, benders, Luciano, and Dance Party USAs, I couldn't believe what I had been missing. It really made me think, is this the story of 9 strangers (or best friends) picked to live in…

Mint Lounge
Neighborhood: SOMA

414 Jessie Street
San Francisco, CA 94103

Gretchen P. writes: Love it! Beautiful, comfy red-lit space with an actual wine selection and great cocktails. And Richard from Liquid/Backflip/Club Six days slings gin here now. There weren't any beats by the time we got there on a Thursday night, but the turntables…

Swing Central

Foresters Hall
1204 Middlefield Road
Redwood City, CA 94063

kylie w. writes: Im first responding to Candices review, THE FLOOR QUALITY AT SWING CENTRAL HAS IMPROVED. I do know what you are talking about and had the same concerns. but this week when I went the floor was beautiful to dance on. I have to say this venue is run by…

Kenkoy's Grill

24973 Santa Clara St
Hayward, CA 94544

Krystel B. writes: Appalled by its contemporary chic decor, I was instantly mortified for walking in with old stained sweats and a hoodie (my daily attire). I was totally not expecting this place to look THAT nice!

Disgusting as I looked, the service still treated me…

Pissed Off Pete's
Neighborhood: Excelsior

4528 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94112

laura b. writes: Reminds me of a place you'd want to go to get a good ol' fashioned raping or a down-home murder.

If you ever find yourself at the cow palace for whatever reason, GET THE FUCK OUT and then head here for several strong, cheap drinks.  oh and after that,…

New Wave City

San Francisco, CA 94101

Emily S. writes: Wow, they pour a strong cocktail here!  A group of us visited NWC last night for the Duran Duran Tribute.  Man, I danced, my ass off!  They played music that made me feel 21 again. It wasn't too crowded and the crowd was loads of fun.

The videos are…

Sandos

San Francisco, CA 94101

Lauren B. writes: One of my top 3 things to do!