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Twin Peaks Tavern

(121 Ratings)
The original Castro bar
Twin Peaks Tavern was the first American gay bar with fully open windows, making the statement that being gay didn't mean hiding from the world. Today, an older crowd meets to watch the the busy intersection of Castro and Market outside.


Hours
Mon-Wed Noon - 2:00 am
Thu-Sat 8:00 am - 2:00 am
Sun 10:00 am - 2:00 am


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Reviews

caza1471
caza1471
Over a year ago

The most warm of welcomes...

My partner and I stopped by at the Twin Peaks primarily because she couldn't face the trolley ride back downtown without going to the loo! When we went in it was obvious that this was a real neighbourhood bar but within about 15 minutes we were welcomed into the company of about 8 or 9 true gentlement who couldn't have made us feel any more at home. I wouldn't want to recommend this too greatly because I don't want it to change!!! Definitely one of the best bars we've been in over in the US.


mrm717
mrm717
Over a year ago

Pretentious, old queens

Unless you have a wheelchair to take the clients home, keep walking to SoMa.


caltaz
caltaz
Over a year ago

The best older for younger bar I have been in...

WeHo doesn't have one, Fort Lauderdale's are not up to it, and NYC's Town House can't compete with the ambiance of Twin Peaks...When I am in town it is a must for a hot toddy.


OldieButGoodie
OldieButGoodie
Over a year ago

Twin Peaks Bar In The 70's

I used to know the owner, in the 70's, I've often wondered is she is still there. She would come down to a woman's bar at 12th & Geary, called Peg's Place, to see one of the co-owners. Peg's Place was later bought by a former cab driver on disability. I don't know what happened to Peg's Place but it went out of business in the early 80's but Twin Peaks is still going. I remember the first time I walked into the Twin Peaks, I thought to myself how classy it was, all those windows and that beautiful shiny wooden bar. It had great drinks too and friendly people. Sounds like it is still the same as it was then, I'll have to come over for a drink sometime. It's been over 30 years since I was there last. Long Live Twin Peaks Bar!!!


Dexter
Dexter
Over a year ago

A tradition.

Probably one of the most well know bars because of it's location. True everyone knows it's an older crowd but once I went it there I really had a fun time an everyone is friendly! What I love the most is the interior. It's comfrtable, inviting and a place you really can sit down and have a conversation without blaring music. The irish coffee's are pretty darn good as well. It opens early in the day for those who want a cocktail.


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