New and Notable Nightlife

Updated: October 01, 2002

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On this page:New Bars, Notable Bars.

New Bars

  1. 1 4 Star Rating: Recommended Monk's Kettle
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    3141 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103 (map)

    Great Meal, Great Beer, Great Atmosphere

  2. 2 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Candybar
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    1335 Fulton St Ste 101, San Francisco, CA 94117 (map)

  3. 3 La Trappe
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    800 Greenwich St, San Francisco, CA 94133 (map)

  4. 4 Bar 888
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    888 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94103 (map)

    An extensive grappa selection is the main draw at this upscale hotel bar and lounge located next to the Moscone Center.

  5. 5 4 Star Rating: Recommended Beretta
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    1199 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110 (map)

    A cocktail list by SF mixmaster Thad Vogler compliments pizzette and pasta served until 1am.

  6. 6 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Owl Tree
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    601 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94109 (map)

  7. 7 4 Star Rating: Recommended 330 Ritch
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    330 Ritch St, San Francisco, CA 94107 (map)

    This red-hot SoMa live music and dance venue is the place to see upcoming indie bands and world-famous DJs in an intimate space.

Notable Bars

  1. 8 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended 222 Hyde
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    222 Hyde St, San Francisco, CA 94102 (map)

  2. 9 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended ELIXIR
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    3200 16th St., San Francisco, CA 94103 (map)

    Award-winning cocktails, a neighborhood vibe and eco-sensibility--it's the only green-certified bar in the city--at this Mission bar.

  3. 10 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Bar 821
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    821 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94117 (map)

    North Panhandle's clandestine den features modern decor and Belgian suds.