Martuni's
San Francisco, CA 94103
Phone: (415) 241-0205
- Cross Street:
- Market Street
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- Hours:
- Daily 4pm-2am
Message from Martuni's
Try a martini at our piano bar.
- Piano Bar
- Variety of Martinis
- Jazz, Standards and Show Tunes
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Editorial Review for Martuni's – by Daniel Liszt
The Scene
A horseshoe-shaped bar--backed by marble-like columns, mirrors and a flower arrangement--is the centerpiece of the small front room. There is no overhead lighting; instead, a stained-glass window, two torch lamps and candles resting atop high tables provide minimal illumination. Through a curtain to the right of the bar, a back room offers additional seating and a piano (music is played Sun-Thu 9:30pm-1am; Fri-Sat 5:30pm-8:30pm and 9:30pm-1am).
The Draw
After work, this place attracts a laid-back, 30-and-up crowd; the black pantsuit-clad waitstaff is typically more dressed up than the clientele. As the night progresses, folks filter in to hear a piano man play everything from show tunes to Billy Joel ditties. There's wine and a few tap brews, but the martini menu compels with inventive concoctions and twists on old-fashioned favorites, like a pear-infused Tom Collins (dubbed the "Wet Collins"). All drinks are served with complimentary snack mix.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkA classic gin martini complements Martuni's throwback decor.
Know Before You GoMartuni's is known as a gay bar, but straights will feel welcome here, too.
When to GoArrive 30 minutes before a performance to nab a stool around the piano.
User Reviews for Martuni's
07/13/2007 Posted by sfcitygal6
If you want amazing martini's, an awesome staff and a great piano bar, then run to Martuni's! This place gets better every time I go there.
Pros: drinks, music, wait staff
Cons: smoke sometimes drifts in
10/04/2006 Posted by dancergirl21
This place is very cool. When you're here, you can feel like you're in a cozy little up-scale jazz joint in a movie ... People line up to sing at the grand piano and everyone looks and listens on - it's quite the moment! This place has style, and a whole menu of songs that you can sing. I like that both the inexperienced and experienced alike can feel comfortable giving singing a go in a non-karaoke, warm, and stylish environment.
Pros: Cool Atmosphere
Cons: Not good for large groups
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