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Tonga Room Hurricane Restaurant & Bar
(Nightlife - Bars)
950 Mason St Fairmont Hotel, San Francisco  94108 • 415-772-5000
Distance: ~29 ft *
        Description: NOB HILL. The Tonga Room offers drinks, dancing, great Asian cuisine, and a festive atmosphere, including a simulated tropical rainstorm that shakes things up every twenty minutes. Expansive windows provide views of the bustling streetscape, and live music and dancing take place nightly. The popular restaurant and bar also host a well-attended happy hour with its own special buffet. Order up a tropical cocktail, see what tasty treats are available, and relax after a long day.
        User Rating: 9.3334 / 10
       

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The Cellar
(Nightlife - Bars)
685 Sutter St, San Francisco  94102 • 415-441-5678
Distance: ~1273 ft *
        Description: UNION SQUARE. The Cellar, with its dim, underground ambience, ably lives up to its name. Awash in atmospheric charm, it also makes a good first-date spot, as the crowd of young San Franciscans attests. A large beer and wine selection satisfies most thirsts, and mixed drinks are also available. Talented DJs, live music performances, and folks on the dance floor keep the atmosphere charged. Music styles include jazz, soul, and Latin.
       

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Tosca Café
(Nightlife - Bars)
242 Columbus Ave, San Francisco  94133 • 415-986-9651
Distance: ~0.44 mi *
        Description: NORTH BEACH. A perfectly polished mahogany bar invites guests to linger over a well-mixed cocktail (don't neglect the martinis and cosmopolitans!) or a steaming espresso at this time-tested, appealing bar. The North Beach neighborhood lounge draws a diverse crowd, who relish punching in a favorite song on the jukebox and relaxing in a comfortable booth. Be aware that the place occasionally hosts a celebrity or two, so keep your eyes peeled!
       

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Mandarin Lounge
(Nightlife - Bars)
222 Sansome St Mandarin Oriental Hotel, San Francisco  94105 • 415-276-9888
Distance: ~0.53 mi *
        Description: FINANCIAL DISTRICT. When expense-account downtime is in order, this subdued ground-floor establishment proves ideal. Sumptuous fabrics, a carved-wood goddess and soft piano music provide a haven for quiet conversation or relaxing over a delicious cocktail. Like the decor, the small-plates menu shows Asian flair, which appeals to a clientele composed largely of professionals and fascinated visitors. Service is unfailingly attentive no matter who you are, and although expensive, the lounge maintains its reputation with aplomb.
       

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Bix
(Nightlife - Bars)
56 Gold St, San Francisco  94133 • 415-433-6300
Distance: ~0.53 mi *
        Description: FINANCIAL DISTRICT. If you mourn the glamour that characterized Hollywood in the '30s and '40s, this refined supper club provides reason to rejoice. Tucked discreetly down an alley, the polished space soars with high ceilings, grand columns and moody lighting. While Bix's accomplished cuisine finds enormous favor with patrons, its much-loved bar is a regular haunt of after-work professionals and upscale city residents who adore the club's elegant style. Perfect martinis are the drink of choice, and live jazz nightly adds an extra measure of class. A great social scene is always in the making.
       

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Jade Bar
(Nightlife - Bars)
650 Gough St, San Francisco  94102 • 415-869-1900
Distance: ~1.13 mi *
        Description: HAYES VALLEY. This small, elegant bar packs plenty of atmospheric panache. Shades of its namesake tone set the mood, as do orchids and candlelight, and a 20-foot indoor waterfall adds a dramatic touch. On the main level is the bar; upstairs, a loft lets patrons keep track of the action below, while on the lower level, a lounge invites conversation and nibbling on small plates of Asian-inspired fare. On weekdays, $2 drink specials make happy hour a can't-miss proposition. Another irresistible quirk is the men's room mirror, which affords visitors a view of the bar while they're in medias res.
       

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Bacar
(Nightlife - Bars)
448 Brannan St, San Francisco  94107-1713 • 415-904-4100
Distance: ~1.23 mi *
        Description: SOMA. This upscale New American bar and eatery makes a statement on otherwise unassuming Brannan Street. Patrons feast on intriguing seafood dishes that couple French and Asian flavors, from grilled mahi mahi and smoked cod to roasted lobster. The wine menu features over 200 varieties, and a jazz trio plays evenings in the bar area. The restaurant occupies a refurbished warehouse with exposed steel beams and brick walls and is dominated by an impressive multi-story, glass-encased wine cellar.
       

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Boom Boom Room
(Nightlife - Bars)
1601 Fillmore St, San Francisco  94115 • 415-673-8000
Distance: ~1.33 mi *
        Description: JAPANTOWN. It's all about blues music at this Fillmore Street club, which also throws in soul, R&B, and gospel for interest and good measure. Regulars often follow-up a spin around the large dance floor with a drink at the bar, indulging in one of the club's killer cocktails. In fact, focus on music and dancing is the main draw, although you may want to check out the great photographs lining the walls. Since the place is open every day until 2am, you'll be able to take in a large share of fun for a good price.
       

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Hôtel Biron Wine Bar & Art Gallery
(Nightlife - Bars)
45 Rose St, San Francisco  94102 • 415-703-0403
Distance: ~1.41 mi *
        Description: HAYES VALLEY. Intimate and atmospheric, this European-styled establishment captivates visitors with its unmistakable charm. Metallic furnishings, ambient lighting and a secluded area in the back help the cause, as does intriguing original art, which changes monthly. French and Californian wines are prominent, but vintages hail from around the world, and selections are available by the glass or bottle. Accompany your favorite with a savory snack of cheese, caviar or olives, and relax in contented pleasure. Located behind Zuni Cafe.
       

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Slim's
(Nightlife - Bars)
333 11th St, San Francisco  94103 • 415-255-0333
Distance: ~1.45 mi *
        Description: SOMA. For great rock 'n roll, make a point to catch top-notch live acts at Slim's, including a number of on-their-way-to-the-big-time bands. The first floor features a stage and small dance floor, while the upper level offers a small balcony for watching drummers and guitarists do their thing. Hip-hop, rock, jazz, Latin, and reggae are in order, given the day, and both local and well-known bands perform. Bar and dining menu available.
       

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