San Francisco's Best Hookup Spot 2008

Singles on the make head to this Mission mainstay for mammoth martinis and prime patio seating.

Reviews:

• “Never fails to deliver”
• “saucy crowd, sensual music, smooth drinks”
• “I’m glad I didn’t pass Blondie’s”
• “Best Bar Experience”
• “Crowdy dancing”

Tips: Nab a table near the open storefront and get a first look at all who enter.

Blondie’s Bar & No Grill or email Blondie’s Bar & No Grill

This classy, classic speakeasy draws a well-to-do Pac Heights clientele.

Reviews:

• “Pick-up Bar”
• “Bartender is worth going for”
• “Harry’s White Trash Bar on Fillmore”
• “Stay away during the evening. "
• “Sold Me !”

Tips: Arrive early to snag leather couches and chairs beneath the front window—ideal for people-watching. On busy nights, the place can be standing-room-only.

Harry’s Bar – San Francisco

Festive pub and sports bar spreads Irish cheer in the Marina.

Reviews:

• “Best Bar in the Marina!!”
• “Classy yet homey”
• “Great neighborhood bar and great staff”
• “Beware of warm beer”
• “Best place in the Marina!”

Tips: Call about comedy nights, DJs and live music events.

Kelley’s Tavern

Straddling NoPa and USF, this restaurant-lounge serves Asian cuisine and cocktails in a DJ-friendly atmosphere.

Reviews:

• “Great Food Great Service”
• “Don’t go here”
• “Excellent small plates & great cocktails, also great wines by the glass list”
• “Happy Hour=perfect”
• “A great way to spend the evening”

Tips: There is a pay lot directly across the street at Albertson’s.

Poleng Lounge

A motley crowd and illustrious patio make this legendary after-hours spot a SoMa favorite.

Reviews:

• “The EndUp Has Lost A Fan: Money Changes Everything”
• “super soulful”
• “Best late night/early morning night life”
• “Its Where You Endup”
• “Family”

Tips: There is no such thing as inappropriate dress. Everything from Prada to Halloween costumes are welcome.

EndUp or email EndUp

A SoMa singles’ spot with nightclub amenities and the friendliness of a neighborhood bar.

Reviews:

• “Great place to be on a Thursday!”
• “Always a Party”
• “Best Thursday night in San Francisco by far”
• “More Like, “Holy S%#$”"
• “Great Place”

Tips: Dress code is enforced, so leave sportswear, hats and baggy attire at home.

Holy Cow

Specialty fruit cocktails and VIP amenities inside a Tenderloin dance club.

Reviews:

• “GOOD TIMES”
• “Great customer service, great music, great place to party”
• “Good times in the City! Great place to mingle!”
• “not impressed "
• “WRONG SPOT TO HANG OUT”

Element Lounge or email Element Lounge

Revelers sip exotic cocktails and get dizzy at this dance-friendly Tahitian treat.

Reviews:

• “Great deals, but gets packed too!”
• “Excellent Dance Bar”
• “AWESOME with one tiny little glitch”
• “Perfect blend”
• “Decent crowd, strange mix of music, rude bartender”

Tips: This is a cash-only bar, but there is an ATM inside.

Vertigo or email Vertigo

Young professionals pack this renovated SoMa warehouse for a little food, wine and conversation.

Reviews:

• “Great fun buzz, fabulous food, killer wine list and just a hot place to be in the city.”
• “You don’t have to go all the way to Napa for a good wine tasting…”
• “Awesome place for wine and snacks”
• “Great wine tasting menu!”
• “Great Wine and Food”

Tips: In effort to create a meeting-place, neighborhood appeal, reservations are not accepted.

District

Posh lounge with an Old Vegas aesthetic brings an L.A. vibe to the mean streets of the Tenderloin.

Reviews:

• “OVERCHARGED VIP experience”
• “Great after work, pre- or post-theatre place”
• “Chandelier’s and Champagne”
• “Rude Management/Poor Bottle Service”
• “No AC and Rude Staff”

Tips: The upstairs lounge is available for private parties and events.

The Ambassador or email The Ambassador