Lookout Formerly: Metro City Bar

(143 Ratings)
Cocktails and people watching

Find a place out on the balcony to watch the hustle and bustle on the sidewalks below. Lookout is in the epicenter of the Castro, so you're bound to spot some eye candy. Enjoy some tasty food and masterfully crafted cocktails while surrounded by the hottest guys San Francisco can offer.



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Reviews

delrsf
delrsf
Over a year ago

Sundays = Fundays

Check this place out on Sundays. It's always packed, the music is great and the crowd is friendly. The outdoor balcony is a perfect place to enjoy a cocktail and watch the hordes of gays prance on by.


ptonmike
ptonmike
Over a year ago

Great people watching!

Always fun watching people walk by and great place to be on a sunny afternoon.


canjoe
canjoe
Over a year ago

nothing special

Like vintage videos and outdoor space, but fails to bring in the crowds


LonelyAsian
LonelyAsian
Over a year ago

The best place to people watch on a sunny day

The lookout bar is probably the best place in Noe to people watch. It was my first time going to this bar, and I was completely shocked that the security does not even check my ID. Another thing that puzzled me at first is the drink mix. I ordered a house tequila. The bartender mixed the hard liquor, and I was asked to mix the flavor on my own. The flavor choices are strawberry, lime and guava. The bar also has light snack menu to go along with your cocktail. My strategy for this bar: grab a drink from the bar, find a nice seat on the balcony, and people watch.


flor
flor
Over a year ago

View

Nice balcony and view - cool music


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