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Shelby's Rooftop
Shelby’s Rooftop is a bar on top of the Canopy in SoMa with good drinks, solid food, and great views.
Moongate Lounge
The spot above Mister Jiu’s is straight up sexy, and serves excellent cocktails inspired by the Chinese lunar calendar.
The Rabbit Hole
The Rabbit Hole is a Taiwanese bar and restaurant on the Mission-Bernal border with an excellent burger.
Mister Jiu’s
Mister Jiu’s is an upscale Chinese restaurant that now does a seasonal tasting menu that’s just okay. The more exciting dishes are available a la carte at the bar.
Elena's Mexican Restaurant
Elena’s is an upscale Mexican restaurant in West Portal where you can dress up, drink spicy margaritas, and eat excellent food any night of the week.
Sekoya Lounge & Kitchen
Sekoya Lounge & Kitchen is a sceney Mediterranean spot in Palo Alto with great food.
Nola
Nola is a New Orleans-themed spot in Palo Alto with a fun bottomless brunch and some very fluffy beignets.
Mission Bar
Mission Bar is—surprise—a bar in the Mission. Come for cheap classic cocktails and to play pool in the back.
Blue Whale
Come to Blue Whale in Cow Hollow for the swanky setting, and fancy Chinese dishes that can be hit or miss.
Left Door
Left Door is a fancy cocktail lounge in Cow Hollow with velvet couches, mood lighting, and floral wallpaper.
Violet’s
Violet’s is an American restaurant and cocktail bar in the Richmond with a solid $35 tasting menu.
Macondray
Macondray is a plant-filled cocktail bar in Russian Hill with lobster rolls, deviled eggs, and burgers.
Persona
Persona is a dramatic cocktail bar in Lower Nob Hill, and one of the more spacious places to drink in the city.
Dalva
Dalva is a Mission cocktail bar serving excellent drinks, and is the ideal pre- or post-date night spot.
Mother Tongue Cafe & Bar
Mother Tongue in Oakland is an excellent cafe by day and a casual cocktail bar by night.
