Anchor is America's first and oldest craft brewery, with roots dating back to the California gold rush. Today, our beers are handmade from an all-malt mash in our traditional copper brewhouse. Our process combines the time-honored art of classical craft brewing with carefully applied, state-of-the-art modern methods.
Recently listed at #16 on the "World's 50 Best Bars", this unique Tiki/rum/pirate themed hot spot is a marquee destination for rum drinkers.
Smuggler's Cover offers a whole new approach to rum by featuring a vast array of historic concoctions, traditional Caribbean drinks, classic libations of Prohibition-era Havana, and famous exotic cocktails from legendary Tiki bars-all under one roof. When asked "Why rum?," owner Martin Cate says "There just isn't a more fascinating spirit in the world ... Revolution, triumph, piracy, war, sailors, celebration, and unspeakable human tragedy are in every glass. No other spirit has the history or the versatility." To celebrate such a diverse spirit, Smuggler's Cove showcases over 200 rums from around the world, including our selection of rare and vintage rums in The Vault.
Trick Dog was honored as #33 on the world's best bars list and is "fast becoming one of San Francisco's landmarks."
The music is a big part of the picture here, with Motown, soul and mid-century American rock keeping toes tapping. But that’s not to say this bar only looks backwards to old times, old tunes and old trinkets. It has a contemporary high-energy mood, with dishes from executive head chef Michael Logan designed to work with the cocktails his food shares mouths with. The beer and wine menu has been thoroughly thought through and the cocktail menu changes twice a year, taking on a new concept each time.
Nestled in one of San Francisco's most unique neighborhoods ("The Haight"), Toronado Pub serves up some "unfamiliar but inviting brews." The bar's noise level is also lower than other nearby bars, which allows you and your friends to enjoy quality craft beers without shouting! If that's not enough to convince you, it's been called the "beer bar mecca ... One that maintains old school classic dive bar roots, but serves up amazing brews for next to nothing."
Nihon, one of San Francisco’s must see venues, offers contemporary Japanese cuisine with a sophisticated twist on the traditional Japanese Izakaya (Japanese version of tapas). The cuisine also offers a wide array of fresh sashimi and sushi rolls. If you are a whisky lover, Nihon also offers the largest single malt selection found on the west coast with over 500 selections all available through bottle purchase. All bottles purchased can be stored in a private locker on the premises for future visits. Nihon is renowned for amazing, house made creative whisky and champagne cocktails.
If you're looking for one of the best whiskey bars in the city with a speakeasy feel, 83 Proof does not disappoint. Come early, though, as it tends to get busy. That being said, the bartenders are friendly and are known for their speedy service. Plus, they have a casual happy hour that is great to experience. And as 83 Proof itself likes to say, "if you've got the time, we've got the everything."
The Press Club is a "sophisticated hide away with a diverse selection of wineries ... It's is easy to find, the atmosphere is classy with a mature vibe, boasts a cheese platter to die for, and the service is superb - even when the house is packed." So if wine and cheese is more your speed, Press Club is a must.
Located in the heart of San Francisco Dogpatch neighborhood, Triple Voodoo is a spacious modern industrial themed Brewery and Tap Room featuring 16 rotating taps and beers are brewed locally and served directly on-site. Food from neighboring restaurants can be ordered from the tap room and delivered straight to your table.