There are not that many nice rooftop bar/lounge in SF due to the windy and relatively unpredictable weather. This one has to be the best one we've been. You get a nice view of Market St, and the city hall at a distance as well as the Salesforce tower on the other end. But it's not the view that makes this place special. In a way, it's moderate altitude with grassy surroundings is a nice get away from the dirty Tenderloin below. There are many gas-lit fire pits to keep you warm, and it add a unique vibe that you have to be there to experience it. The place is is well designed on top of the Proper Hotel (a Design Hotel collection) in SF. It's art deco style decor brings back the feel of the 80's luxury. The food was great, but not a huge selection. But their full bar can pretty much make you anything you can dream up, and make them to your perfection. We love this place and highly recommend it.

Beautiful views, great energy. Items are pretty overpriced, but tasted wonderful! Our waitress was great, but I did not feel like the service was very personal. We had to wave someone down if we needed something. Also not located in the greatest spot, had to walk through some very sketchy areas of SF for decent parking that wasn’t the provided valet service (which as of today is $8 every 20minutes). Overall, I loved my experience here, but I probably wouldn’t come back!

My Nr. 1 Rooftop lounge in San Francisco. You will find it in downtown on top of the Proper Hotel, separate entrance (not the hotel main entrance). Well organised already at floor, you will be accompanied to the right elevator. Arriving at Lounge you are already expected by your host who brings you to the table - either inside or outside. Outside you have obviously a breathtaking view over San Francisco downtown by night. Every lounge has his own fireplace to not get cold. Overall nice people, well dressed, good mix of attractive Ladies and Gentlemen. Amazing drinks, delicious finger food and all topped by super service - place to be!😊

Make reservations ahead of a visit to the city if you're looking to get in here. It was a really busy place. Beautiful views and very cool outdoor seating and fire pits. The staff was really cool about letting us switch tables a couple of times. There is a $75 min per person on Thurs, Fri and Sat, but that's not hard to do with dinner and a couple of drinks. I had the fish tacos and loved them! Cocktails were great too! There was a mix of people really dressed up and people in jeans and running shoes. Would love to go again!

Good views of the city. Bad and expensive drinks overall. We ordered multiple different drinks including a basic margarita. Bad service. They started kicking us out at 11:20 even though they say they’re open until 12. Then they kicked us out at 11:30 without even finishing our drinks.

We showed up yesterday (Saturday) at 3pm to check it out a possible venue for our wedding reception. The two of us had no reso, and no expectations of getting a table we were just curious to see it and have a cocktail. We were greeted by a stern hostess with no sense of humour. (It's possible she could have previously worked as a school principal) She asked if we had a reso (we did not) she then asked to see our ids and promptly asked if they were fake (we are Canadian) She then told us that it's a small establishment so they "have to be selective about who they let in". I guess we passed the test because we were then brought to the elevator and taken up. Once we got up, we were asked to wait for a few minutes then got sat on the patio after we told them we'd just be there for a quick cocktail. Not bad. Our server was ok. The view was cool. The cocktails were good; a little overpriced, but good. Over all 3 stars for the good cocktails and the view but, the sub par wait staff and the general over hyped vibe of this place killed it for me.

A perfect mixture of everything you need to satisfy all your senses. The food give off an enticing aroma, and the drinks are strong and complex. All while you listen to amazing music and look at a breath taking view of the city. The staff makes you feel so welcomed. Can't wait to return to back Charmaine's!

They get 3 stars for the views and aesthetics alone. While it's not located in the best part of the City, (Tenderloin) the venue itself is beautiful and the views speak for themselves. The food and drinks were not on par with the cost and they have a minimum that you must spend per person that you can easily spend on drinks with no problem. The food options looked great and the descriptions were great but the execution was not so great. Think cuts of meat with lots of fat. The firepits are amazing and add to the ambiance but the fabric seating was in desperate need of a deep steam cleaning. No idea how the seating could get that dirty just from people sitting unless it's dirty from exposure to the elements. The dirty fabric seating really put me off and I am glad that I was wearing pants but had to remind myself not to touch the upholstered seating. I'd definitely come back here for the views alone and choose to drink rather than eat and would likely choose to stand and take in the views while doing so. Great place for an hour or so stop for drinks before dinner or heading to another location.

What a fun rooftop bar! The views are great, the cocktails are fantastic and unique and the food was interesting and tasty. The fire pits really make a difference for outdoor sitting. I would definitely visit here again for cocktails and/or brunch.

I read a few bad reviews about this place, but I wanted to give it a try as my friend and I were having afternoon tea in the hotel at Villon. I made reservations for 4:15pm and was greeted with a friendly smile upon arrival. We were then escorted to the rooftop and greeted by yet another smile upon entry. Once we got to our table, our server Malakai came by to say hello and take our order. We were not quite ready, so he came back later. We really wanted The Big Cat drink but it was served over a big piece of ice; he told me he can see if the bartender can do it up, and they sure did. Malakai to the rescue! What a friendly and attentive server! He asked if we wanted to order any food but we said no, as we just had afternoon tea. I mentioned MAYBE fries a little later. When we were almost done with our first cocktail, the manager whose name I understand is ‘T’, stopped by to check in. This place is just overdosed with friendly employees with lovely smiles. I mean I didn’t mention Terry, who also came by multiple times to check up on us. You will not have an empty drink I tell you, bc they just make sure you order another before you’re done with the other. Btw, an hour later, Malakai asks, “Ready for those fries?” Overall, a lovely place to have drinks. The view is awesome, the cocktails were really good and service beyond expectations thanks to T, Malakai and Terry. FYI – I read something about a $65 min pp, but that only applies to guests of 3+, and it’s mentioned in the OpenTable reservation. For those that say it was not made clear by the server, that’s bc you need to READ carefully. Will definitely be back!

Phenomenal views, don't go there hungry and don't neglect warm layers. Music is cool and vibe is great. Drinks are pretty good but not strong and not cheap. Still an excellent rooftop venue. Reserve well in advance and if you need to go standby make sure you arrive when they open.

Cool rooftop bar and restaurant. Nice views of the city and a cool vibes. Great cocktails and hor dourves as well as some burgers, but a bit pricey. Best time to come is just before sunset so you can experience daytime & evening views. Can get chilly in SF, but they provide blankets. Gets pretty busy most nights, so get a reservation if you want to secure a spot.

I was shocked by how much I loved it! I had tried to come here once on a weekend evening and was turned away for not having a reservation. This time, I made a reservation for a Tuesday at happy hour and it was lovely. The views are stunning, the drinks were delicious, and the food was fantastic. They also gave us complimentary olives and spiced almonds. The menu is clearly marked for dietary restrictions like dairy and gluten free. It was very expensive ($80 for 2 drinks, an eggplant dip plate, tax and tip) but it's a fun spot for a special occasion. The decor is beautiful and every table outside has it's own firepit, which emits quite a lot of heat! Looking forward to visiting again

Charmine's rooftop restaurant offers a hidden gem for brunch. The Shakshuka dish pleasantly surprised me with its perfectly poached eggs and rich tomato-based sauce, complemented by well-balanced flavors and delightful spices. The rooftop ambiance provides a fantastic view of the city, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. The attentive service and welcoming staff added to the overall positive experience. However, I must mention that the restaurant lost a star in my book due to its unfortunate location in the tenderloin, which might make some feel uncomfortable. Additionally, the outdoor seating setup leans more towards a lounge than a proper eating establishment, which could be a bit awkward. Nevertheless, I would recommend giving Charmine's a try, especially for its vibrant vibes.

We've been to Charmaine's several times, most recently at the end of a very long week. The cocktails are always good and imaginative, and the food is very tasty. One word of warning: you do have a time limit on how long you can stay, but that is clearly communicated on the reservation and service is extremely prompt. My only wish is that they made a vegetarian version of the excellent looking burger, but there are enough other items on the menu to satisfy most appetites. Recommended.

Very nice atmosphere and ambience to go and relax with a friend or two. Extremely friendly staff. Good food. All comes a premium price, but you're in a Rooftop bar in SF. Adjust your expectations. You're not supposed to come here every week. Save it for a special occasion and it's a lovely place.

Great atmosphere, cozy fire pits 🔥, and attentive service! Enjoyed the 4th of July fireworks 🎆 from the outdoor patio. On a nice clear evening, without the smoke from the pyro displays and fog, this a great hangout spot to gaze at the city lights. However, I couldn't taste/feel the booze in the drinks I ordered. 🤷🏼‍♀️ Admittedly, I'm a lightweight. Otherwise 5 stars! *Food was not taken into account, as the kitchen stops orders 2 hours before closing.

I LOVED this place. The food was good, they have a lot of cocktails, wines, rum, tequila, etc. And the view... THE VIEW! The crew makes you feel like royalty. I can't wait to visit them again.

This place has tremendous views, whether you come in the day or night time. The food here is good not great. The service is good but not great. You come here for the ambience, and it delivers 100% on that! This is a great place to have drinks with a small group of friends or to take a date to impress them. Make sure to take some pics because this is definitely one of the more Instagramable places I’ve been to in San Francisco.

Nice rooftop bar. Snacks/food are enjoyable (cheese plate, pretzel roll things were better than other options). I liked the lovecat drink the best. Made a reservation. Pricy. Not a great area.

Beautiful location on the rooftop with spectacular views all around. The waitress was phenomenal and very attentive. The drinks and food were delicious!!!

It's great for what it was. A networking event that someone else paid for. View was nice and staff did their job well. Drinks got me buzzing.