Wine Bars in San Francisco (2025)
Bar Part Time
Wine bar · Mission Dolores
Natural-wine party bar where DJs and magnums collide. Featured in Eater SF’s 2025 wine bar guide and celebrated by the San Francisco Chronicle; go early for a mellow glass, late for the dance floor and rare bottles.
High Treason
Wine bar · Inner Richmond
Sommelier-run Inner Richmond hangout with vinyl spinning and a sharp by‑the‑glass program. Praised by Time Out and The Infatuation for approachable expertise and occasional DJ nights; a true neighborhood spot for wine lovers.
Palm City
Wine bar · Outer Sunset
Outer Sunset favorite pairing natural-leaning bottles with glorious hoagies. Recognized by Eater SF, Food & Wine, and The Standard; locals stock up for Ocean Beach picnics or linger over Champagne and roast pork sandwiches.
Ungrafted
New American restaurant · Dogpatch
Dogpatch wine‑focused restaurant from Master Sommelier owners Rebecca Fineman and Chris Gaither. Spotlighted by the Michelin Guide for deep Champagne and cellar selections; refined but welcoming, with smart pairings and classes.
DECANTsf Bottle Shop & Bar
Wine bar · South of Market
Women‑ and somm‑owned SoMa bottle shop‑bar championing sustainable, organic, and biodynamic producers. Included in Eater SF’s 2025 wine bar guide; tastings, flights, and education make it an easy place to learn and linger.
Bar Gemini
Wine bar · Mission
Mission natural‑wine bar from the Gemini Bottle Co. team, pouring many zero‑zero wines—some on tap. Featured by the San Francisco Chronicle and Eater SF; polished room, smart snacks, and a lively bottle list.
El Lopo
Wine bar · Lower Nob Hill
Spanish‑California wine bar devoted to sherry, vermouth, and community. Known for flamenco Sundays and the Take Care of Me club, highlighted by Axios and local critics; it’s as much a gathering place as a bar.
Scopo Divino
Restaurant · Pacific Heights
Pacific Heights ‘wine therapy’ bistro with live jazz and frequent winemaker dinners. A multi‑year Wine Spectator awardee and Best of the Bay winner; recent events confirm a thriving calendar and deep list.
Birba
Wine bar · Hayes Valley
Hayes Valley patio oasis for European‑leaning wines, aperitivi, and tinned fish. Recommended by Eater SF and the Chronicle’s natural‑wine guide; walk‑in friendly with a serene garden setting and seasonal snacks.
Fool's Errand
Bar · North Panhandle
Subterranean NoPa bar with a Riesling obsession, smart Old World picks, and local beers. Included in Eater SF’s wine and natural‑wine maps; owner‑driven hospitality makes exploring new bottles easy.
Cantina Los Mayas
Mexican restaurant · Inner Richmond
Inner Richmond destination with San Francisco’s first 100% Mexican wine list paired to Yucatecan dishes. Profiled by the San Francisco Chronicle; an eye‑opening tour of Valle de Guadalupe and beyond.
San Francisco Champagne Society
Bar · South of Market
Reservation‑only lounge pouring grower Champagne in intimate, guided tastings. Highlighted by Axios in 2025; a singular, appointment‑driven experience for serious bubbles lovers.