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Butter

Bar

Items like deep-fried Twinkies & beer bottles in paper bags set the tone at this quirky SoMa bar. People often mention good, time, music, drinks, people, night, staff,


Address

354 11th St, San Francisco, CA 94103

Website

smoothasbutter.com

Contact

(415) 863-5964

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (446 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Friday: 6 PM to 2 AM
  • Saturday: 6 PM to 2 AM
  • Sunday: 8 PM to 2 AM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 6 PM to 2 AM
  • Thursday: 6 PM to 2 AM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (13) time (9) music (9) drinks (8) people (7) night (6) staff (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 4/5 Gurrrl_504 2 years ago on Google
    I give that fifth star if they start carrying a non alcoholic craft beer option for designated drivers to purchase without having to pick something that just spikes blood sugar. Same price as beer. Id have gone to the bar 3 or 4 times tipping each time for each over 5 dollar no booze hops flavor. I miss the taste. Drinking real booze will kill me. Organ failure. So... I just wish I could taste fake hops and dance all night. Kisses and huggles. What do I know I'm muggle. 💋💋💋 Make me have to give up that fifth star. Make me. 💖💜❤️😘
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Gabriela A. 2 years ago on Google
    Terrible experience. My friend and I fully got groped at this piece of garbage place, took it all the way up to the owner, and absolutely nothing was done. Super sexist staff, nobody responded or cared about what happened to us. Left right after a confrontation with the grotesque owner named Vlad or something and will not be coming back.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alexander H. 2 years ago on Google
    Fun quirky bar with fun drinks. It’s kinda a crossroads between the gay bars and the rest. Small but fun intimate place. Drinks are pretty good too 🍹
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Fred T. 1 year ago on Google
    Cool spot to go dance on a Saturday night. The DJ was awesome and there are plenty of drink options, including jello shots. I was told they have popcorn there but I didn't get to try it out. Would definitely go back!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kiwi C. 1 year ago on Google
    Always a good time here.. amazing drink, the best servers, jello shots food and full parklet. There is a cover on the weekends but 5$ for a club isn't bad. Fully themed, huge bar.. really fun anytime
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Savannah T. 8 months ago on Google
    Phone and wallet were stolen, along with like 10 other people the same night. Bouncers/staff did not care. I would not feel safe going here again,
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Maria M. 1 year ago on Google
    Expect a slight cover charge, sweet drinks, a thick crowd of early 20 year olds and sticky floors - but it’s fun if you’re with a good group of lively people that like to dance! There’s a few other bars/clubs on the same street so if this isn’t your scene you have options. Would give it a try at least once if you’re looking for something with a college vibe.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Manya W. 11 months ago on Google
    It’s damn packed and super busy but love the vibe here. Great if you just want to dance to good music. They have a cover though.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Monica 7 months ago on Google
    This is the best of San Francisco! Open since 1999, there's no better place if you want a strong drink, a super fun (rowdy) atmosphere, and the best comfort food menu (think tater tots, Mac n cheese, deep fried Twinkies) in town! Pro tip: Order your drink from Jay - you won't be disappointed!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tracy Lee P. 9 months ago on Google
    My first time there... And according to my BF. I got "buttered" Love the decor and wanted to try all their drinks. J is incredibly easy going and energetic and took good care of us. Couldn't ask for a nicer guy to take care of us.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Laura B. 2 years ago on Google
    So much fun to be had. I'm the kind of person that likes to get there early and leave when it gets too crowded, they definitely started piling in around 10. The bartenders were super friendly, the drinks were fun, the food was super fun.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Regina F. 2 years ago on Google
    Vlad, thank you for providing the perfect space for the last after-party at the end of the first weekend of 2022! Fabulous place, good food, extremely nice staff, and the energy from DJ Aaron the Era. I'll hope to be back soon! Gigi
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Maikweyana T. 6 months ago on Google
    Love the music mix!!! The staff is super accommodating. We had a great time!

  • 1/5 Tracy B. 8 months ago on Google
    A lot of people got their phone/wallets/id stolen at the same time and the security did absolutely NOTHING. We had to call the police ourselves and nothing has been done by the security or whatsoever. The only answer we got was to call the police ourselves. Definitely a very sketchy place, please please please avoid!

  • 1/5 I s. 8 months ago on Google
    Had horrible experience here today, my friends phone got stolen, and as we go to talk to security we learn 7 other people also had their phones and wallets stolen in the bar! Lack of empathy from the security was absolutely frustrating, we had to call police ourselves and the establishment did absolutely nothing to help us.

  • 5/5 M S. 11 months ago on Google
    Been in San Francisco for a couple of days, this is by far the best bar I tried! Great drinks, music, bartenders, people. Had to pay a 5$ entry fee but it was 100% worth it. 5/5 will come back the next time I’m in San Francisco.

  • 5/5 Erik 1 year ago on Google
    Great bar, one of my all time favorites.

  • 5/5 PABLO & A. 1 year ago on Google
    Butter is a disco with greatest vibe at San Francisco because the staff is the best and line-up DJ’s selection always brings very hot beats!! We love the vibe; the music; the staff friends and the mozzarella sticks also !! We recommend this place for all (10pm/2am).

  • 5/5 Keith S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place! Food,drinks,DJs,good vibes all the way around.

  • 5/5 Shirley B. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice atmosphere! All night long, song mashups were played, which was entertaining and a fantastic topic of conversation. Although I find it to be a plus that they frequently have dogs at the place, I thought I should mention that in case other people don't like that (lol idk why you would mind though) Later in the evening, the kitchen opens and you can purchase snacks, which are typically heated frozen dishes with cheese on them. This is a good option for inebriated folks but unimaginative if you're just seeking for food here. Overall, 5 stars for the lively environment and incredibly gracious bartender who served adequate house beverages.

  • 4/5 Joao Vicente Cardoso C. 1 year ago on Google
    Butter is a really fun bar! Their drinks are good and the bartenders are friendly, plus they were playing a great playlist of 2000's music when I visited. I didn't try the food but they have some fun dishes to try out too.

  • 5/5 Fernanda G. 1 year ago on Google
    First time going there and it was fun! The dj was playing great music and everyone was good vibes. I would recommend this to anyone looking to have a chill night of dancing and singing! Although one of their toilets was clogged.

  • 5/5 Amber Leigh M. 1 year ago on Google
    I love this place. Drinks are fantastic, food is fried. Vanguard Vinyl nights. First Sunday of every month 😍

  • 5/5 Robert J. 1 year ago on Google
    Butter definitely has its own unique flavor and ambience.If you like quiet places this is not for you, between the crowd and the music you can forget any conversation bar monosynatically yelling for drinks.

  • 5/5 Pietro C. 1 year ago on Google
    Great vibe here on a Friday night. Lots of cool people and nice music. Drinks are good.

  • 5/5 Elizabeth H. 2 years ago on Google
    Fun friendly environment. Had a great time with all 10 invitees!

  • 5/5 Adam B. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the last good spots in the city. They play better music than anybody else, still not as good as what you get in other cities but if you’re in SF this is some of the best you can get

  • 5/5 Kevin R. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a great place to grab a drink and dance. The vibes are awesome and they have two projector screens playing old movies/funny videos.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery

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