Cantina
San Francisco, CA 94102
Phone: (415) 398-0195
- Cross Street:
- Mason Street
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 5pm-2am
Editorial Review for Cantina – by Roxanne Webber
In Short
After months of anticipation on the local spirits scene, SF's superstar mixologist Duggan McDonnell opened this hip bar-and-lounge-cum-art-gallery in 2007. Accordingly, the beverage menu focuses on one-of-a-kind cocktails served by the pitcher, such as the manana, a mix of house-spiced rum, lime juice and housemade horchata. Guests can also enjoy cocktails and wine by the glass while grooving to Latin soul, funk and global rhythms and checking out the latest art exhibit.
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Insider Tips
ParkingTry the Priority Parking Garage on Post Street (between Mason and Powell), or the Union Square Garage.
What to DrinkLocavores will love the Farmer's Market Sangria made with Frog Hollow Farm peaches infused in brandy, Laird's applejack, lemonade, fresh-squeezed orange juice and Castoro Cellars Blanco Zin.
User Reviews for Cantina
11/16/2007 Posted by ponygecko
Atmosphere is lovely, classy-relaxed; bartenders are super-friendly and informed. The space is spare but lovingly decorated and well-suited to the intimacy that alcohol encourages. A great place to spend a couple hours with really good friends. Drinks are suprising and delicious. Owner is a smart, mega-charming, outgoing hipster hottie which is just what one wants, isn't it. My only complaint: THERE'S NO FOOD! Old chicks cannot seriously drink without maintaining some protein/carb source in their stomachs. Revenue will suffer. I'm not talking full menu; I'm talking some kind of tapas selection with minimal prep needs, and soon! Yay.
Pros: Grace, beauty, social quality and beverage superiority.
Cons: No food
08/10/2007 Posted by unloco
Happened in, thought it was part of the hotel, welcomed by one of the owners, and promptly became comfortable, the drinks only added to the experience. I suspect this bar will become, if not already, one of the "IN" places. I'm not one of the young crowd, but did not feel out of place. Thanks Duggan, Kristina, and the customers for a great San Francisco experience.
Pros: super friendly, great drinks
Cons: can't think of any
