440 Castro

$3 beer and gender neutral bathrooms were amazing !! (5 star). However… My partner and I (queer women) experienced pretty obvious sexism from bar staff who ignored us and made us feel very unwelcome in what is supposed to be an accepting queer friendly safe space

This has become one of our favorite bars when visiting the city. Often they have good week day specials (listed inside) and fun theme nights. So many bars in this area (thankfully they are still around) all with different vibes. We find that we usually go here and the Mix when visiting this area.

This is a "bear bar" but all are welcome. We popped in for some drinks before taking in a show at the Castro Theater across the street. ATMOSPHERE: It's a narrow, dark-walled, dimly lit bar with a few seats at the front, some in the middle and the majority towards the back. BEVERAGE: They have a full bar menu with good beer prices. SERVICE: The bartender was friendly and funny even, presenting my beer bottle to me like it was a bottle of wine. I remember years ago when this place was called Daddy's, this dick of a bartender gave me attitude because I didn't give him my two drink order at once. Calm down honey, you're gonna give yourself a heart attack! OVERALL: Cool place, good prices, now with better service.

Paulina says she gave up on livelihood. So no need to CLIPPINGS. "Fishery" ... Was. Red. But 🧡 orange fish clowning around my koi pond. . . .ice Crystal isn't Fennel. But funneling Cakes is hard to obscure.

Friendly local leather/levi bar. Nice staff who are fast with your order. Wish they had more events and theme parties. Love the parklet space.

Love this place. Vacationing in SF and while visiting Castro district decided to take advantage of happy hour. Love love love it. I feel like at home aka NYC. Bartender is amazing, friendly and sexy. The crowd is cool and relaxed. Ame during the day. Maybe at night this place gets wild. Might stay to see the action. Haha. #thumbsup

When visiting, its a myst stop. Great music, friendly crowd on a Tuesday afternoon. The mimosa was perfect for this summer afternoon.

Our 1st stop in San Francisco. The bartender, Andy, is brilliant. He answers our inane touristy questions ad nauseum. Patient, kind, and sweet. He gave us tips on who, where, what to see/do while we're here.

Super amazing bartenders! Love the DJ especially on Friday's and Monday's............................!

Better hope the person at the door likes you, or at the very least doesn't find you threatening

Hell, I remember when this legendary bear spot was 'Daddy's'. That was back in the '90's when I was in the twilight of my cruising marketability. I don't think I was on a daddy hunt, in particular, but in hindsight, I would've been open to having a drink with someone who had a deep baritone, equally deep pockets, and gray in his temples. The reality was that I was a cheap date, and this was the watering hole to be cheap. Flash forward a few eons and here I was again still being cheap. Only I was definitely not on a daddy hunt. Who's your Daddy now? Or maybe more accurately, Grandpapa. In fact, some middle-aged twink out on the sidewalk called me Mr. Miyagi. But hey, I come here for the friendly, seasoned bartenders and the cheap drinks. I absolutely rejoice at the prospect of high-octane $5 Happy Hour Tequila Sunrises (photo: https://yelp.to/FMcCxABKvu). DRINKS - 4 stars...cheap and potent AMBIANCE - 4 stars...convivial though I like the inside better than the outside SERVICE - 4.5 stars..,the crew here is great TOTAL - 4 stars...my heart belongs to Daddy's RELATED - Exploring the Castro? Here's my collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2HrpFPC

depressing..... I tooook my long distance Twink & Bear to the Castro because they were visiting from Greece & Tennessee.... The bartender Latin w/ buzzed cut acknowledge me, but was not friendly & helped for the first round... when we were leaving, there was in a midddle aged Latin man maybe 5'10" bar back ., I believed named Jose.... so rude non safe . Do yourself a favor and go around the corner where the bartenders are nice. Nobody has time for anyone that is aggressively rude in a gay bar/club. we came here for the music and your drinks. Not your sorry, ass attitude!!!

One of the best bars in the Castro! Always friendly with great staff and very good deals on drinks. You actually get an adult beverage that packs a punch and not one of those watered down that claim to be.

Bar had old school music. The dancers were a pleasure to watch. The drinks were ok. And the bathroom I couldn't see what I was doing in there. It was so dark. Door guy was very nice and friendly.

This is the best gay dive bar in San Francisco. The crowd skews older but it's always fun. Good music, cheap drinks. Mondays are underwear nights - very fun and a different kind of vibe than Powerhouse offers. A lot more low key and approachable!

Gordy, why don't you hire more friendly doormen. The last time and the time before I visited, both doormen were rude and unfriendly. You can do better. Bartenders were great!

Another of my day off errands (I swear Cliffs Variety has everything I could possibly need) bar to stop by for a drink. Diverse clientele, sweetheart staff including Shane, Heath, Spencer & Tyler. Oh, and their decorations for every holiday are always over-the-top.

Best music in the Castro. Prompt, professional and courteous staff. May smell of piss, perfume or poppers depending on the evening.

Not recommended for people of color I got served by some new bartenders I never seen before I was waiting for a beer for 15 minutes and got served before by a white couple before I was served with my card in my hand!! Just bs I can't believe I made my request known and was ignored!!! I went to midnight sun

Been here a few times prior when visiting and I really like this place out of the other two I frequented during this trip (The Mix & Midnight Sun). As a matter of fact, we returned here as our last stop of the evening as the prices were unbeatable compared to the other two that I mentioned above as well the cocktails tasting much better (alcohol to base ratio). Our bartender (didn't get his name) was top notch and welcomed us back in after we told him about not liking the other two places.

Instead of heading home (which we should have!) we wound up here at 440. It turned out to be a real fun night. They have Guinness on tap! The bartenders were fantastic. I'm sure they've seen it all yet they remained friendly and brotherly. There was some great throwback music thumping tonight. When was the last time anybody heard "Let's All Chant" at a bar? The vibe is comfortable and it was pretty much packed on a Sunday night. I think I remember a lot of bears?

I once went here for a work trip (yesterday) to scope out the place before bringing my (mostly) straight colleagues the following day. It was Monday, which was underwear night, and despite the 50 degree rainy weather, there were still folks in their undies. The back room was open, and upon entering, I noticed two gents in the corner exchanging falacio. Needless to say, I will not be bringing my coworkers... I however, will be back :) Jk, not really, but yeah, they were giving blowies in the corner.

Pete DooLittle style of art certainly enhances your experience at 440 Castro. Rock on PD

Nice bartenders and good staff. Solid bear type bar but everyone is accepted. Fun pregame place

440 Castro is a popular watering hole in the heart of the Castro District, offering a warm welcome to both locals and visitors from around the world. The bar staff are attentive and friendly, and yes they remember names. I love this bar because it embodies the spirit of the neighborhood with its diverse and inclusive clientele.

From Dan Diego, had an amazing time. Felt right at home, all bartenders were friendly and nice. I recommend this place. N

Easily the rudest place in the castro. The door attendant pretty much told me to leave--I have been to hundreds of establishments and have never received such rude and a superbly unprofessional door attendant. I guess he needed training and hated his job or just hates people.

The bar has always been a good vibe until this experience. I do not recommend using the communal men's restroom. I had a random man try to remove my pants and inappropriately touch me in the bathroom without consent/ and told "no thanks" multiple times. The situation was reported to security, however the man (with a yellow beanie) was allowed to return inside by security because he was as "regular customer"... it doesn't matter what the case/place... no means no... I've never felt more violated. Use caution at this place I used to love.

Not the place to go if you're a black person, had a very uncomfortable encounter with a staff member that was very nasty towards me and singled me out for no particular reason and when I brought the situation up to the manager, the manager was very condescending.

$23 for 2 HALF shots of Bailey's the size of cough syrup in these tiny green cups! 440 just lost a customer. I came here to support The Cove and 440 post Covid-19 shelter in place and this is how they screw us over. I've been a patron since the 1990's when it was Daddy's. I understand SF overhead but this is beyond ridiculous.440 has lost a customer!

Very friendly bar, very friendly staff, fair price in drinks, laid back atmosphere. I brought a group of five from out of town and we spent a fortune. The Brazilian bartender is (chef's kiss).

I've only been there once on a day that they had $5. margaritas. A bargain as the margaritas were great. Friendly bartender. Sat at at bar and felt comfortable surrounded by friendly patrons. Will go again.

Came here w my couple of my friends...it was alright in the first place that we got in. Until this shitty ass bar attendant told us that we gotta go based on what he thinks about us.... I used to love to come to 440 for the underwear night and just to have a drink and chill w homies but now this place is shitty as fuck and the customer service just terrible... once I got out they were people got kicked out as well and they told me you got kicked out because you are not white.... I was like Whadahail... but anyway you should train your bar attendant better and have a better customer service otherwise you will keep losing your customers. Period.

Super fun place to play. Very intertaining. The drinks are superb and reasonably priced. The crowd is extremely nurturing and friendly. No attitudes observed. I would highly recommend this wonderful establishments.

Great bar located on the Castro strip. My friend had suggested we go there and hangout. What I liked about this bar, is it wasn't about being fabulous, it was chill, prices are low. Our friend has a crush on the bartender who likes to be topless, he would smile every time he'd look over at that chiseled torso. Word of advice for the locking bathroom. You need to hold the handle down as you flush, or else it will practically backup. I almost did this, not knowing what I was doing. So scary!!!!! If you're a dude, just using the trough in the back. Cheers!!!!

As a gay woman I've never been treated so poorly in the Castro. Born and raised here and this is the first time San Francisco has broken my heart and killed my spirit. Harvey would hate this. Take your flags down if you are not going to be a safe space for all members of the LGBTQIA+ family. Thank you to the Mix who heard what happened and took great care of me. That's a truly welcoming and inclusive space. Go there instead.

First let me start by saying I actually like this place. But tonight, the bouncer messed it up. I had a few drinks. I preface this because I figure most people reading it will understand. I told my friends I would be back and walked down the street and bought a couple of pizza slices. Why? Cause we've been drinking and it's the thing to do. So I tried to walk in and he stopped me and said couldn't. I asked why? As anyone would. And he said..."because I said so".. oh hell no! You do not say that to anyone. He continued to say "I said so", so I told him he's behaving like Fox News peeps and Trump and all he needed to say was "no outside food in the bar" and I would have accepted that. Also, put a god damn sign outside if that's the case. I ate a slice and gave the rest to the homeless people outside and then tried to walk in..empty handed. I was told I couldn't go in. I said my friends are in there and don't have signal and just want to tell them I'm out here. Denied again. So I stood outside of the door and waited for closing for my friends to come out. I liked 440 but will never, ever go back there (as if I could get in based on this guy) and will tell everyone I know not to go there while this guy works there.

I go here on Wednesdays because you get two cocktails for the price of one all day. They have other special things they offer on other days. The bartenders are friendly. The only thing I don't like is you have to pay for drinks every time you order instead of opening a tab. But I do understand... they aren't a neighborhood bar where everyone knows everyone. But still, I hate having to get my credit card out constantly per drink.

This is a "bear bar" but all are welcome. We popped in for some drinks before taking in a show at the Castro Theater across the street. ATMOSPHERE: It's a narrow, dark-walled, dimly lit bar with a few seats at the front, some in the middle and the majority towards the back. BEVERAGE: They have a full bar menu with good beer prices. My Bud bottle was about $3 or $4. SERVICE: The bartender was friendly and funny even, presenting my beer bottle to me like it was a bottle of wine. I remember years ago when this place was called Daddy's, this dick of a bartender gave me attitude because I didn't give him my two drink order at once. Calm down honey, you're gonna give yourself a heart attack! OVERALL: Cool place, good prices, now with better service.

Everyone can be a Dad, but not everyone can be a Daddy. This bar is like the recovering drug addict version of powerhouse. The vibe is very much " I'm a nice Dad and I might wanna fist you still." Honestly, just use your foot at this point. Jk ... Anyways. Kinda fun kinda not. The crowd here is really friendly and all of my previous comments aside: the patrons are very nice, interesting, some very sexy, and intelligent middle aged men. I'm pretty sure the guys my age are brain damaged so if your over the Twinky Boos like me come get yo'self a nice ass Daddy.

This is the bar that you're most likely going to find me at. The bartenders are all great guys who are always up for a good conversation with a strong drink.

I love this bar I been coming for years and is one of my favorite places I always meet my friends there for a drinks service is always excellent and happy that they have again the $3 Tuesday beer, this is the place to go and have fun

I'm glad that 440 continues to operate. Every person is friendly & respectful. Times are tough during COVID, so I'm happy to come and help support this gay bar & the employees with my money. Thank you to everyone at 440.

used to be a regular! i stop going because the bartenders are rude and unfriendly. never going back !!!

Came here on a vacation trip to San Fran. The drinks were strong and well priced. I came on Wednesday, they had 2 for 1 cocktails. Was a relaxing experience, this is a spot to sit and socialize. I must note, this seems to be a spot for the older crowd, maybe 30+.

We followed a group of friends here to finish the night off. While there, a man followed me into the restroom and sexually assaulted me while I was urinating. He grabbed my penis and said it was perfect for him. He then quickly tried to kneel down and perform oral sex on me, but I was already buttoning up my pants and trying to get out of the way. He then blocked the doorway and tried to kiss me. I pushed past him and told my boyfriend what had just happened. We both agreed that it went beyond the "look but don't touch" behavior that the bar's decor (read: trough-style urinal and angled mirror so you can look at everyone's penis) seems to encourage, and decided to report the incident. During the time I was discussing the incident with my boyfriend, the man followed several other guys into the restroom. He was sitting on the bench across from the entrance, as as soon as they would go in, he would get up and run into the bathroom after them. First I reported the incident to the bartender, who directed me to the bouncer at the front door. I informed the bouncer what had happened, and he said he would watch the guy. I was confused by this, since I had just informed him that I had been assaulted, but they want to make sure he's really doing what I said he is? Have you seen the news lately!? Anyways, it happened again, and the bouncer seemed to have noticed, because the man was asked to leave. I don't know if I should have escalated the incident further, but I would urge the management to do a couple of things: 1. Take people who report assault seriously by immediately confronting and removing the person from the situation. 2. Rethink the angled mirror. I wouldn't have used this restroom but since I was the only one in there (until my assaulter walked in), I felt like it would be OK for a quick bio break. I definitely don't feel comfortable coming back here.

I still love 440, it smells like armpit and beer and I love it!!!! The trough bathroom might be strange for some but I myself love seeing other men's dicks! Cocktails strong and beers cheapish. Can't wait until this bar opens back up after CoVid19 so me and my husband can sex up a daddy together.

This is a great place, lots of fun, terrific music, nice size bar and great staff. Usually the weekends afternoon and evenings is when it is most popular but the weekdays after work can be fun too. Just a real nice and safe place.

Old girl, this is a total daddy bar. Tons of bear just waiting to go hunting. The place is really nice and has a great atmosphere of just people hanging around and enjoying a drink. I have had a couple of cases of creeps here, and seen some super sketched stuff here during Folsom weekend. They sometimes have two for one drinks, on Thursday's.

We were walking down the street after brunch on Easter Sunday when: Baby, look, they're having Rusty Nail and Bloody Mary drink specials. Uh huh. Rusty Nails and Bloody Marys. I know, I heard you. We just drank our breakfast. It's Easter. Rusty Nails and... Oh my god.

I mean, it is what it is. It used to be called Daddy's. I'm not sure why they changed the name, since a more accurate name has never existed for a place. It's a total Daddy bar. Arguably, it's THE Daddy bar. I'm turning 40 quite soon... and when I pop in I'm usually in the youngest quartile of bar patrons. I'm pretty sure that once or twice I've been the youngest fellow in the place. The drinks are cheap and strong. The crowd is friendly enough. The men's room definitely has a peek-a-boo urinal trough, so if you're not okay with getting a compliment while you're peeing, you may want to use the facilities elsewhere. Not really my scene... it's a bit crowded and stuffy and not all of the patrons are obsessive about their personal hygiene. But if that's what you're after, then this is your place. I generally just end up here when I'm someone's +1...

Reviewer #173 I liked this place. I didn't stay too long because my boyfriend didn't like how much I was getting hit on... after all it's more of a BEAR bar than a gay bar and when you got it... you got it.. (jk... or am I?) :)~ The music was hot and there was lots of cool conversation. The drinks were nice and strong and the place was packed. Certainly looks like the place to be on the Castro! I look forward to going back to this bar the next time I am in town. Go over to Orphan Andy's after a night of drinking and get your grub on!

Great little bar in the Castro. It's fun and flirty on just about any night of the week. I've never had to pay a cover and the drinks are great especially from the friendly bartender at the back bar. The only annoyance I can say is it's cash only.

Great place except for 3 important items: 1) They put the fans on full-blast when they are NOT needed. People walk under them and in different places to avoid them. 2) They play their music way too loud at cocktail hour when people want to talk to one another. That would be OK for 9 pm and after, but not earlier. 3) Their wi-fi is non-existent if you're in the back part of the bar.

I went in here with some friends - my gf wanted to go to a cool gay bar and this is the place. I've been here before and I prefer it not so crowded. These bartenders are excellent - they have really affordable drinks and can make anything!! I mean they can make a craft cocktail or a great martini and everything in between. They are personable and cool no matter who you are or what you look like. There was a drag queen to my left and they were as cool to her as they were to me and my friends. Awesome place - and the customers all seemed to be having a good time. It felt like camaraderie. ***NO Cards - Bartender said most bars on Castro don't take Cards*** good to know.

This is totally the dark and dank bar of my dreams. It's so chill and welcoming. Great location. Good drinks and lots of gay personality. This is the spot to hang out when in the Castro. It's seriously close to everything. I'm all about it. The patrons of this joint are so cool. This is where people go to drink and enjoy themselves. There are no hangups about this bar. Just have a good time and everything will be right. This is a good place to make new friends. The patrons of 440 Castro are a hoot! I really appreciate the helpful and nice bartenders. They're pretty dang funny too. It's all about having a good time and being, well, gay. There is personality a-plenty at this spot. The drinks are reasonably priced and they pack a punch. There's a decent selection of beer and cider. It's real easy to stop in and have a quick one or just hang out the whole day watching the people of the city walk by. There's great action out the front window. The elevated dance area in the back is totally cool - lots of flavor. It's a win for me!

A group of us went in for some drinks after watching a movie at Castro Theater - maybe 11:30pm or so. We all live in SF so know the neighborhood fairly well. The low rating isn't for the bar - it's a fine bar, albeit nothing special. The one star is due to the atrocious behavior of the bouncer. After a beer or two, a few of us went out to have a smoke. One of us (2 drinks in - not drunk at all) accidentally tripped on the sidewalk and had a pretty bad fall scraping his wrist, knees, and getting a small nose bleed. At which point all we wanted to was get our friend cleaned up a bit and take him home - and the bouncer refused to let us back into the bar to let our friend splash water on his face before leaving. This despite the fact that we had already been paying customers inside, which he knew. We also didn't get any explanation as to why, we were simply told we couldn't go back into the bar (which only had a handful of patrons in it at this time anyway) On the 440 castro website they self-describe as a "neighborhood bar home to locals and tourists alike". It disgusts me to think that this is how anyone would treat anyone else, and certainly not how they should treat a neighbor. I will never return.