El Rio

10/18/08

There is no better than El Rio

by greenvalleyoh

El Rio is just wonderful! They are an old club with both a friendly crowd and nice staff. I have always felt welcome there even before they got to know me. They do a wide variety of music and shows and are very supportive of the mission community. It can get crowded on the weekends especially sundays. They have a great afternoon salsa party. They also have great happy hours during the week.

• Pros: Diverse, Friendly, Cheap, Great Outdoor Patio
• Cons: They can get super crowded

11/19/06

Great dive bar!

by chiario

This place rocks....funky crowd and vibe....great drinks and a surly bartender. What more could anyone ask for a dive bar in the Mission.

• Pros: Funky atmosphere....eclectic crowd
• Cons: Parking is difficult

05/30/06

Great place

by reyhan2000

Their catch phrase is "your local dive bar" and its true but its a dive in the best ways. Its so roomy cause it can accomodate large crowds and there are several sections to choose from depending on the night. The bar is quaint with a pool table and fooze ball and the patio is great for a smoke or to chill if the weather is nice and then there's a stage area with a small room that holds a hundred people or so. Great place to see a show too.