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440 Castro

 (722 Ratings)

The Castro's neighborhood leather bar

440 Castro is a must-stop for those into the bear scene. The bar gets packed on weekends with throngs of men of all...

The Castro · 440 Castro St, San Francisco


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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...

The Castro · 401 Castro St, San Francisco


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Blackbird

 (72 Ratings)

Stylish atmosphere, creatively crafted cocktails

Blackbird takes the prize for sexy, specialty cocktails in the Castro. The dim, sophisticated lounge welcomes a...

The Castro · 2124 Market St, San Francisco


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Hole in the Wall Saloon

 (69 Ratings)

A rowdy good time

Bikers and frisky daddies mingle in this psychedelically decorated watering hole.

SOMA · 1369 Folsom St, San Francisco


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Martuni's

 (59 Ratings)

Popular piano bar

Enjoy martinis and lively conversation around the big oval bar or grab a booth around the sides. The piano in the...

The Castro · 4 Valencia Street, San Francisco


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Wild Side West

 (24 Ratings)

Girls in the outdoor garden

This phenomenal watering hole is a historic landmark and a hell of a good sports bar. Enjoy a mellow game of pool...

Bernal Heights · 424 Cortland Ave, San Francisco


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The Academy SF

 (3 Ratings)

LGBTQ+ social club and barbershop

The Academy is a  welcoming neighborhood social club in the Castro District. An elegant and warm decor invites...

The Castro · 2166 Market Street, San Francisco


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St. Mary's Pub

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"The holliest place to fall from grace"

Established in 1933, this women-owned dive is named after the small University that once graced the area. Known for...

3845 Mission St, San Francisco


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Barley

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Beer hall with good eats

Barley offers a curated selection of local brews alongside chef-crafted sandwiches.

Polk Street · 1038 Polk St, San Francisco


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