The Top 10 Bars Around San Francisco's Union Square
Easily one of the busiest neighborhoods in San Francisco, Union Square always seems to be in a bustling state of flux. It is, after all, ‘the heart of the city’ and host to big-brand shopping, large hotels, lanyard-donning conference-goers, cheery out-of-towners, and construction on just about every corner. It also boasts a vibrant nightlife; check out our 10 favorite drinking spots around Union Square.
1. Burritt Room + Tavern
Boutique Hotel Restaurant, Cocktail Bar, Restaurant, Bistro, American
2. Hogwash
Gastropub, Snack Bar, American, Tapas
3. Cantina
Bar, Pub Grub, American
4. Golden Gate Tap Room
Bar, American
5. Benjamin Cooper
Bar, Cocktail Bar, Seafood
Yet another cocktail bar? Absolutely. The elusive Benjamin Cooper might prove difficult to find, but it is well worth the search. The brainchild of seasoned barmen Mo Hedges and Brian Felley; Benjamin Cooper stands out among the boisterous Union Square bars for its charming setting, wonderful staff, affordable oyster offerings, and artfully crafted, well-balanced cocktails you’ll want to write home about. Skip the line for Ruby Skye and look for the little unmarked door on Mason instead, you’ll be glad you did.
6. ENO Wine Bar
Bar, Charcuterie, Wine Bar, American
7. Tunnel Top
Bar, American
8. The Irish Bank
Bar, Pub, Irish, Pub Grub
9. Hops & Hominy
Cocktail Bar, Restaurant, Diner, South American, American
10. The White Horse Tavern & Restaurant
Pub, Restaurant, American
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