Top Ten: Happy Hour Bars in SF

Carrying on with another top ten, this week I'm focusing on the top ten bars for happy hour in the city. Keep in mind that this list is completely based on my own personal preference which includes outdoor seating, views (preferably the Bay Bridge), and cheap drinks all around.

Enjoy!

10. Momo's (SOMA) - One of my fave spots on game days.

9. 21st Amendment (SOMA) - Another great location on game days, but this one is a delicious brewery.

8. Dada's (SOMA) - Cheap drinks and free popcorn right in the heart of many SOMA companies.


7. Americano (Embarcadero) - Posh crowd and fancier food (for a happy hour) located right under the Bay Bridge. Great place if you're single and want to meet a good looking, maybe slightly pretentious, date.

6. Hog Island Oyster Company (Embarcadero)-$1 oysters during Happy Hour with a view of the Bay Bridge. Who wouldn't love it!

5. Voda Lounge (FiDi) - Located on Belden Lane which feels like a snapshot out of Europe, and by far one of the most charming streets in SF. The bar itself can be a little grimy, but does it matter when there are $4 cocktails and cheap food? HECK NO!

4. Royal Exchange (FiDi) - Crowded Irish pub located smack center of FiDi; Two bars and multiple tables / booths to choose from

3. Irish Bank (FiDi) - Heart pubs with outdoor seating. Nuff said.

2. Cigar Bar (FiDi/North Beach) - Sometimes features live music; Love the scent of cigars while eating a chicken quesadilla next to the courtyard fountain.

1. John Collins (SOMA) - Small bar with brick walls and a second floor consisting of a DJ and a couple of couches; A must if you work in SOMA and want to mingle while watching a few surfing videos and chowing down on gold fish crackers.

* I linked them to Yelp reviews since I decide on all of my new adventures (bars, restaurants, venues, etc.) on the ratings and reviews provided by locals.