Hidden gems - Cocktail bars in San Francisco, United States not to miss (Updated March, 2024)

Hidden gems: Cocktail bars in San Francisco

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in San Francisco. This list contains 97 places from Cocktail bar category.

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The Whisky Club (TWC) Monterey

Cocktail bar

👍👍 What an AMAZING place! Great selection and the bartender was wonderful. Beautiful space and an excellent back room to buy full bottles. I will be back!

5.00 (61 reviews) (~139.2 km from centre)

Barber Lee Spirits

Distillery

👍👍 Amazing Rye and amazing tasting room. Do not miss out on this one of a kind experience and top quality Rye, Moonshine and Absinthe....more spirits coming soon!

5.00 (30 reviews) (~54.37 km from centre)

ENCINA

Cocktail bar

5.00 (22 reviews) (~100.09 km from centre)

SteakCraft

Steak house

👍👍 OMG! Delicious! A gem of a place, opened in November and not yet discovered, for now at least. The owner, Hans, welcomed us in and the rest was exceptional service, cuisine, and atmosphere! I’m sure once the word gets out there will be a long waiting list to get in. Photo of the ceiling. Turn it up...

5.00 (20 reviews) (~145.27 km from centre)

The Serendipity

Cocktail bar

👍👍 The music is exquisite. The food is delectable. The drinks are extraordinary. The interior design embodies modern minimalism. The unique thing about the bar is that every now and then, the bartender surprises with a special concoction available only once in a lifetime. Occasionally, poets, musicians...

5.00 (11 reviews) (~67.15 km from centre)

The DeVilbiss Room

Cocktail bar

👍👍 This is my new favorite place anywhere near and around Vacaville. The cocktails are perfectly made and taste good too!! we had scallops on the half shell that were absolutely delicious and we had beef tartare which was incredibly tasty and we added artichoke dip with toasted French bread. It was mor...

5.00 (10 reviews) (~91.49 km from centre)

Intermission Modesto

Cocktail bar

👍👍 Finally got around to checking this place out since they opened. The food and drinks are delicious and all locally sourced. The vibe of the place is so cute with movie posters and red movie curtains

5.00 (10 reviews) (~126.04 km from centre)

The Cellar

Cocktail bar

5.00 (7 reviews) (~248.35 km from centre)

Mission West

Cocktail bar

👍👍 It is what it is, a bar. A few years ago the bar changed owners and its name and changed from a place for hard drinking types to a more varied clientele. Now it js a pleasant place to stop for a drink with friends. The bartenders are first rate and won't need to look up how to make your drink on th...

4.90 (37 reviews) (~96.73 km from centre)

The Check-In Lounge

Wine bar

👍👍 Neighborhood hangout with great, affordable wine by the glass. Flatbreads use fresh dough. Amazing hosts.

4.90 (31 reviews) (~6.49 km from centre)

Trophy Club

Bar

4.90 (11 reviews) (~12.93 km from centre)

Paris 75

Cocktail bar

Moody gathering spot for wine flights, beer, cheese & charcuterie, plus daily happy hour deals.

4.80 (106 reviews) (~2.43 km from centre)

Stoa

Cocktail bar

$$ $$

4.80 (57 reviews) (~1.49 km from centre)

The Hollywood Room

Cocktail bar

👍👍 If you're looking for an intimate, speakeasy(esque) cocktail lounge to spend your evening, visit this place! The moment you step inside, you'll be enveloped in an atmosphere of luxury, from the plush suede seating to the sparkling chandeliers. The knowledgeable and attentive staff are always on han...

4.80 (41 reviews) (~58.28 km from centre)

Strong Water

Cocktail bar

4.80 (39 reviews) (~226.39 km from centre)

Last Stop Saloon

Cocktail bar

👍👍 Wonderful vintage bar in Old Sac has been taken over by a young couple with vision. From the updated walls and lighting to the exceptional drinks and affordable menu...everything is just delicious. A great find in Old Town Sacramento.

4.80 (33 reviews) (~120.06 km from centre)

Little Saint

Vegan restaurant

4.80 (29 reviews) (~100.7 km from centre)

Hungry I

Cocktail bar

4.80 (26 reviews) (~2.43 km from centre)

Sessions on 15th

Cocktail bar

👍👍 Would like to get in contact with them , does anyone have a phone number or email?

4.80 (26 reviews) (~13.53 km from centre)

Hidden Tap And Barrel Redwood City

Bar

👍👍 Absolutely wonderful experience! The staff was incredibly friendly. The ambiance was cozy and inviting at night with great music. The food was great with a lot of flavor. My favorite cocktail of the three I tried has got to be the Mango Chutney Martini. I can't wait to visit again and explore more o...

4.80 (26 reviews) (~36.72 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: Cocktail bars in San Francisco, United States