"Ask us where we're going for nightcaps or after-work drinks with friends, and we'll say Blackbird every time. This literary-themed, low-key bar in the Castro isn’t totally overplayed, and is always reliable and fun. They have cool art on the walls, friendly bartenders, a weekday Happy Hour, and tons of room to move about. More importantly, they make excellent cocktails that are best enjoyed at the bar, the tufted banquette, or a table in back." - lani conway, julia chen 1, ricky rodriguez
"Blackbird is an awesome, lowkey bar in the Castro that isn’t totally overplayed. They have cool art on the walls, friendly bartenders, and parklet seating. More importantly, they make excellent cocktails that are best enjoyed in the back at one of the small round tables." - lani conway, ricky rodriguez, julia chen 1
"Right at the confluence of the Haight, the Mission, and the Castro, Blackbird is within walking distance of a wide range of SF cultures. Here, they converge in dimly lit, Victorian-Gothic ambience. A Rusty Nail with Highland Park 12 Year Old is a fittingly moody drink to sip at this hidden Market Street gem." - Gabriel Schicchi
"Blackbird Bar has been open for takeout bottles, but officially reopened for sit-down drinking in a new parklet on April 14, Hoodline reports." - Becky Duffett
"This neighborhood watering hole has inexpensive, expertly-crafted cocktails made by very friendly bartenders. The drink names can help discussion flow — it’s hard not to talk about cocktails inspired by Game of Thrones and hip hop albums. There’s also rotating art on the walls for moments of true conversation desperation." - Eater Staff