Gay Bars for locals in San Francisco · Page 3

Inspired 40s decor with an upscale twist

Grab a plush window seat or pull a stool to one of the high-top tables. This WW-2-themed bar is known for cool...

The Castro · 198 Church St, San Francisco

• 30+
• 40+
• 50+
• cocktail lounge
• mixed gay/straight
• $$
• themed
• casual
• locals
• upscale

Cozy and full of character

Driftwood's shipwrecked-themed interior harkens back to the 19th century. Intimate and charming, it's...

SOMA · 1225 Folsom St, San Francisco

• 20+
• 30+
• 40+
• happy hour
• after work
• cocktail lounge
• pub
• $$
• $
• live entertainment
• dive
• bar food
• casual
• craft beer
• locals

20s Speakeasy near Union Square

Bourbon & Branch is a dark, incognito craft cocktail lounge. Ring the buzzer and use the password...

Tenderloin · 501 Jones St, San Francisco

• 20+
• 30+
• 40+
• 50+
• after work
• cocktail lounge
• mixed gay/straight
• $$$
• themed
• travelers
• speakeasy
• locals
• romantic
• upscale

Mixed bar, fun young energy

This Mission venue offers a twist on nightlife with a sparkling ceiling packed with trinkets and a dance floor...

The Mission · 3225 22nd St, San Francisco

• 20+
• 30+
• 40+
• dancing
• drag
• mixed gay/straight
• $$
• $
• live entertainment
• dive
• casual
• locals
• lively

Rustic and upscale pub

Take a seat at one of the shiny leather booths for an evening of libations and bites. Offering a warm and inviting...

Embarcadero · 245 Front St, San Francisco

• 30+
• 40+
• 50+
• mixed LGBTQ+
• after work
• cocktail lounge
• pub
• mixed gay/straight
• $$
• bar food
• casual
• locals
• upscale

Vintage vibe with vibrant charm

An entire wall of vinyl records complete with a player sits waiting for you to set the mood. This intimate and...

Pacific Heights · 3131 Fillmore St, San Francisco

• 20+
• 30+
• 40+
• 50+
• cocktail lounge
• mixed gay/straight
• $$$
• themed
• locals
• romantic
• upscale

Party Hub

A sprawling and vibrant venue, alive with music, art, and creativity. The parties here are top-tier and always...

Dogpatch · 900 Marin St, San Francisco

• 20+
• 30+
• dancing
• after hours
• 18+
• mixed gay/straight
• $$$
• live entertainment
• casual
• nightclub
• locals
• lively

Art-deco nightclub

The Great Northern is a private event space featuring two stunning bars, a massive dance floor, and 30-foot-high...

SOMA · 119 Utah St, San Francisco

• 20+
• 30+
• 40+
• dancing
• drag
• go-go boys
• leather
• outdoor seating
• after hours
• mixed gay/straight
• $$$
• live entertainment
• casual
• nightclub
• techno
• locals
• lively

Highbrow rooftop cocktail lounge & eatery

Enjoy the splendor of the San Francisco skyline while sipping on one of the most gorgeously crafted cocktails in...

Civic Center · 45 McAllister St, San Francisco

• 20+
• 30+
• 40+
• outdoor seating
• happy hour
• after work
• cocktail lounge
• mixed gay/straight
• $$$
• travelers
• hotel
• locals
• lively
• romantic
• upscale
• luxe

Mother

Femme-centric queer bar

This brightly decorated bar serves up signature cocktails such as Esta Madre- nodding to the...

3rd place in Best of GayCities 2023 - New Kid on the Block

The Mission · 3079 16th St, San Francisco

• 20+
• 30+
• 40+
• video
• mixed LGBTQ+
• after work
• cocktail lounge
• $$
• casual
• craft beer
• LGBTQ+ owned
• women-led
• locals
• upscale