El Rio
This lesbian-owned bar hosts popular karaoke nights and local musicians. Their huge backyard patio is the place to be on the weekend.
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Hard French is a MUST DO
Every 1st Sunday all-sexuality party madness. Themed parties with a really diverse crowd, a tasty BBQ, and an old funk jazz DJ spins outside all afternoon for this always tightly-packed SF-style day party. A must-do when in SF. Check it out: http://hardfrench.com
real fun vibe
This is one really cool place. Great mixed crowd on Sundays.
next time at Oct. 2011
two weeks in Castro...
Best Outdoor Venue
In the mission at least! I love El Rio for its eclectic mix of regulars, amazing space, and down to earth attitude!
Great place to cha cha!
Sunday afternoons are the best! Great live bands, salsa lessons and some really good food all for admission price. Margaritas are lethal so drink carefully!
