Daily specials entice flirtatious singles at this swamped Cow Hollow bar.
(415) 501-9210
1979 Union St
(Buchanan Street)
San Francisco,
CA
94123
37.7975
-122.4318
Neighborhoods: North, Cow Hollow
Blue Light Cafe
Last updated 9.05.09
What People Are Saying About The Blue Light
The Owner
The Blue Light
Owner
The newly remodeled Blue Light combines an upscale cocktail lounge setting with classic bar fare. Daily food and drink specials and all major sporting events (Full NFL, NCAA and Major League Satellite Packages) have helped to make The Blue Light a favorite San Francisco location for over 12 years. Don't miss any of the daily specials including Taco Tuesday! Kitchen Hours: 5-10 pm Weekdays 5pm-12am Saturday 5-11pm Sunday Bar Hours: 4pm-2am Monday Thru Friday 11am-2am Weekends We Open Early For Special Events Open 9am during football season
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – As the work day ends, this narrow space fills up. A slightly elevated area near the entrance provides blue-upholstered seating in front of picture windows offering prime people-watching onto bustling Union Street. Walls are painted copper or baby blue and adorned with picture-framed mirrors (ideal for scoping 20- and 30-something hotties across the way). Track lighting runs above the lengthy mirror-backed bar, which features a dozen or so tap beers and Skyy vodka martini specials scrawled in cursive. In back, there are a few blue booths and a pool table. – – The…
09/02/09
Really cool bar!
by KirklandReviewer
This is a terrific after work joint. Crowded with lots of good looking people. I went there last night and had a blast. Check it out if you are in SF.
- Pros: Good looking people, great drinks
09/24/08
Cold beverages, tasty app's and good jukebox
by mark
We went to the Blue Light the other night with co-workers after work. Always a fun time. We sampled various app's all which were tasty and the Fat Tire's were ice cold. Also, the juke box has a large variety of tunes which is great. They've added a Wi game in the back which seemed very popular.
09/04/08
Great Service, Great Fun and Very Client Focused
by careyonmyson
I have been here a few times and each time it is a very fun and very different experience. The one thing I do like as that even when the bartenders are slammed, they still make certain to take a look around and see if you are running low on your beverages.
They are so accommodating that one time, one of the bartenders- Lance knew I was driving some friends and offered me coffee since I wasn't drinking that night but he wanted to make sure I was having a good time.
Next time I go back I am making sure someone else drives so I can really enjoy myself.
- Pros: Nice decor and very comfortable. Not a boring, nasty ordinary bar but one with charm
- Cons: Gets pretty busy so make sure you are ready to get cozy with your neighbor (not always a bad thing)
The Details on The Blue Light
Know Before You Go:
An American menu with offerings like burgers and salads is available (Monday, Wednesday-Friday 5pm-10pm; Saturday-Sunday 12pm-10pm). On Tuesdays, only tacos, fajitas and quesadillas are offered (5pm-10pm).
Look Good:
Dress to impress--this casual hangout is the quintessential singles bar.
When to Go:
To get a seat during the week, arrive before 7pm. Due to the daily specials, it gets crowded virtually every night.
Parking:
There's a pay garage on Union Street near Webster.
Category:
Restaurants, Sports Bars, Bars & Pubs, Neighborhood Bars, Singles Bars
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, Diners Club, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Bar & Club Special Features:
Message from The Blue Light
- Cocktail lounge atmosphere
- 14 Hi-Def Flat Screen TV's
- NEW Late Happy Hour 10-11pm
The newly remodeled Blue Light combines an upscale cocktail lounge setting with classic bar fare. Daily food and drink specials and all major sporting events (Full NFL, NCAA and Major League Satellite Packages) have helped to make The Blue Light a favorite San Francisco location for over 12 years. Don't miss any of the daily specials including Taco Tuesday!
Kitchen Hours:
5-10 pm Weekdays
5pm-12am Saturday
5-11pm Sunday
Bar Hours:
4pm-2am Monday Thru Friday
11am-2am Weekends
We Open Early For Special Events
Open 9am during football season
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