Blush! Wine Bar

Taxi driver recommended this place. Went twice. Bartender Christopher was very accommodating. Wine menu was accessed on a QR code. Christopher made sure we could taste a couple of wines to get the perfect one. The conversation from the other tables went from loud to soft and everywhere in between. Depending on how many others are in the room, it may be cozy or noisy. I don't know anything about food that may be served.

Great wine bar in the Castro District. Popped in for a pre-dinner drink and was so impressed by the Red Sangria. One of the best Sangrias I’ve ever tasted. The aura and vibe of the wine bar was perfect for a Thursday evening. They also live music some nights which we missed due to a dinner reservation. I’d definitely return for a glass of wine, music and small bites.

If i could give 0 stars, I would. From my friends POV, this is the experience that her and I had at Blush this past weekend. - I had a friend come into town to visit me since moving into the city and we decided to go to Blush to meet with a friend and have a bottle of wine. your employee (unsure of his name, mustache with tattoos) came over and greeted us and asked to see our IDs. I have yet to switch my Florida drivers license to a California license since moving to San Francisco about a month ago. your bartender then proceeds to give my friend her ID back and then threw my id on the table even though my hand was reaching out for it. he scoffed and walked away and we were very confused as well as taken aback to what just happened. a few minutes later as we’re still waiting for our friend to arrive he looks at us from the bar and says “ I just wanted to let you know we probably will not be serving you guys tonight.” at this point we were very confused and i asked him why we were being denied when we are both over the age of 21. his response was that he “didn’t like our id’s” assuming it is because we are from florida. now i am a queer woman who lives in san francisco and i have come to your establishment before with the same bartender and NEVER had this issue. we wanted to come to what we thought was a safe space for me as well as my friend who we were waiting for. I think it was completely unacceptable that we were treated this way due to him not liking our licenses. I am well aware of the political climate we are in currently as well as the political views of the state of Florida. in no way, shape or form do i agree with any of Floridas politics and what is happening in this country. i think it’s completely unprofessional to judge and then decided not to serve based off of that. we completely accepted what your bartender said and left absolutely shocked and embarrassed that he did that in front of the entire establishment. again i have been to blush multiple times without an issue in the past but this was completely uncalled for. i don’t plan to come back to blush ever again being that your staff member was incredibly rude and his actions were unacceptable. i completely understand that places have the right to refuse service to anyone but we were nothing but respectful and the reasoning is quite honestly bullshit. i just wanted to let whatever management know what occurred and i hope that anyone who comes from out of state does not have the same experience as us. Blush seems like a safe space that is accepting to all humans especially those in the LGBTQIA+ community. Unfortunately i again, a queer woman did not get that same treatment.

Happy hour 50% off on wines, Monday to Friday. Good quality wine ! I recommend

Best happy hours in the Castro Mon-Fri 4 to 6pm: all wines by the glass half price.

This is a great neighborhood spot! I like coming here for their happy hour (4-6). They have a wide selection of wines by the glass and also sell bottles. If you're into wine at all, you'll probably find something you like. The selection shifts over time, but there's always a wide variety. The service is great and the space is warm and inviting. It's definitely more "wine bar that also serves snacks and light bites" than a restaurant. The food from the small menu they do have is fresh and delicious, but you may still want a full meal afterwards. Blush! would be a great spot for a date if your prospect is into wine (or at least wine-curious).

A nice comfy wine bar in the middle of Castro. There are couches, bar area and tables where you can sit and chat with friends. The wine collection is decent but not amazing. The crowd is very diverse set of people.

While the wine was great and the atmosphere was nice, service was basically non-existent. We never got a chance to order food, and the "waiter" never came back after our initial drink order.

Cozy wine bar right off Market. Bartender was very friendly and knowledgeable about wine. We ordered sardines and the mixed charcuterie board, everything was tasty and worth getting again. I'm not as knowledgeable about wine but my friends liked the recommendation the bartender recommended. We sat at a shared long table. There was bar seating, a couch, and a few tables.

Friendly service Date night ambiance Street parking Yummy food. The prosciutto ravioli was rich! I'll get the mushroom one need time. Love how they allow tastings for all their wines Thanks!

Wandered in while in the Castro and it was exactly what I needed. Great atmosphere, great wine selections and the food was a great accompaniment. Staff were helpful and patient, taking an extra couple of minutes to make sure I felt welcome.

Great food- cheese board and sardines were nice. Fantastic wine. I told the bar tender what kinds of wind I like and he let us try a few until we settled on one. The live music was great too!

Now this is a unique escargot experience. You get all the tools and if you're not careful you even get to live out the Julia Robert's scene from pretty woman when she comments "slippery lil suckers". Give them a try. Have fun. Bartender have always been engaged & helpful in helping us find a wine we like. Thank you. Your smile, patience, and interest is appreciated Seems like a good date spot. I mean why not, quaint, offers some comfy sofas, plenty of wine and tasty bites. So swipe right & go blush !

If i could give 0 stars, I would. From my friends POV, this is the experience that her and I had at Blush this past weekend. - I had a friend come into town to visit me since moving into the city and we decided to go to Blush to meet with a friend and have a bottle of wine. your employee (unsure of his name, mustache with tattoos) came over and greeted us and asked to see our IDs. I have yet to switch my Florida drivers license to a California license since moving to San Francisco about a month ago. your bartender then proceeds to give my friend her ID back and then threw my id on the table even though my hand was reaching out for it. he scoffed and walked away and we were very confused as well as taken aback to what just happened. a few minutes later as we're still waiting for our friend to arrive he looks at us from the bar and says " I just wanted to let you know we probably will not be serving you guys tonight." at this point we were very confused and i asked him why we were being denied when we are both over the age of 21. his response was that he "didn't like our id's" assuming it is because we are from florida. now i am a queer woman who lives in san francisco and i have come to your establishment before with the same bartender and NEVER had this issue. we wanted to come to what we thought was a safe space for me as well as my friend who we were waiting for. I think it was completely unacceptable that we were treated this way due to him not liking our licenses. I am well aware of the political climate we are in currently as well as the political views of the state of Florida. in no way, shape or form do i agree with any of Floridas politics and what is happening in this country. i think it's completely unprofessional to judge and then decided not to serve based off of that. we completely accepted what your bartender said and left absolutely shocked and embarrassed that he did that in front of the entire establishment. again i have been to blush multiple times without an issue in the past but this was completely uncalled for. i don't plan to come back to blush ever again being that your staff member was incredibly rude and his actions were unacceptable. i completely understand that places have the right to refuse service to anyone but we were nothing but respectful and the reasoning is quite honestly bullshit. i just wanted to let whatever management know what occurred and i hope that anyone who comes from out of state does not have the same experience as us. Blush seems like a safe space that is accepting to all humans especially those in the LGBTQIA+ community. Unfortunately i again, a queer woman did not get that same treatment.

Best hh in town! They have good wine deals during hh. Plus live music - sigh me up! Staff could be warmer but in general they were ok. Would definitely return and recommend to friends

Great staff, great wine and great snacks/meals. Wine selection is wide and you will find one you love. Chill vide with art work which displays differently each month. Attracts a nice and friendly clientele.

Service was the key for me here. The bartender had great opinions and conversation while I waited for my friend. The overall place had a wonderful classy, but still had regulars, vibe. Prices were also pretty good for the area.

Great neighborhood wine bar with cheerful service and friendly vibe. French, Spanish and California wines.

Always something new on the menu. Wonderful beers, astounding wines and delicious food. The service is warm and welcoming and friendly, and very knowledgeable. Wine by the glass helps one learn and find just the right beverage. Enjoy!

Reserved a space for 12 people for a birthday celebration via email, overall very welcoming and easygoing. No minimum purchase per person was required, which was nice because not everyone in our group was planning to drink. We were charged an automatic 18% large party gratuity. We ordered a bottle of red wine that was more smoky and dry and a bottle of the pride rosé which was a lot lighter and sweeter. With both bottles, we were able to accommodate different people's wine preferences which was nice. The atmosphere was lovely, not too loud and overall very friendly and welcoming wine bar. Thank you for a great time!

Great selections, nice location. The service is generally friendly but laid back. I go fairly regularly and appreciate the vibe, and there's live music sometimes as well.

Beautiful atmosphere. Welcoming and quiet, definitely a great place to relax after work to chill. The beer and wine selection is diverse and unique.

Blush !!!!! The best wine in ALL of San Francisco no doubt the absolute best bartenders around Ive been to so many wine bars in the 2 years ive lived here but NO ONE had been so friendly and welcoming as Jason and Christopher these two handsome Boys never let me down introducing all the best new wines they have and having a cheerful spirit on they face every time i come in . Go to blush you wont forget it !!

My friends I ran in here while we were trying to avoid a stranger we met at a different bar nearby. Blush made the perfect hide out spot. Loved the vibes inside this wine bar! They had a good wine selection and fair pricing for the wine. The employee that helped us did a great job at answering questions about the wine and we enjoyed our sangria.

Came here on a Wednesday night and it was packed in a festive way. There was a live band playing and they were absolutely stellar. Everyone seemed very friendly and in warm spirits. We struck on conversation with adjacent patrons. The bartender was tying to solve a Rubik's cube and then gave me a few tries on it. Ultimately told me to just keep it. Quite a friendly spot!

This is a long overdue review for one of my favorite wine bars in the city. Wonderful relaxed ambiance, great list of comprehensive yet approachable wines by the glass, and exceptional service. Special shoutout to Jason who is always so kind and accommodating :)

A nice low lit atmosphere, quality wine selection and good friendly service It's a nice place to enjoy some drinks with friends!

The bar itself is nice and despite being in a smaller space, is organized in such a way as to give room and options for conversations without being crammed. So why not five stars? They have performances sometimes and on the night we went, there was a couple playing guitar and singing and they just kept jacking up the volume until you couldn't hear yourself talk. This is a wine bar, not a concert venue, and people usually come to wine bars to sample good wines and have intimate conversations. But these musicians were really loud and it just killed the vibe of the otherwise intimate space.

Personable staff. Nice place to hang. Warm and relaxing and clean. Had an hour to kill. This was a nice find. Would like more wines by the glass or even flights. Would think would be a good idea to sample wines.

Great service. Good wines. The gentleman serving this evening were very knowledgeable and helpful in narrowing down our palettes.

One of the best places to hang out in the Castro. Great wine selection. Order the cheese platter - they always do a great job.

Nice selection of wines and food available, the escargot was lacking a bit of seasoning which the whole table agreed on, but the ravioli and charcuterie we got were great choices. We picked something riesling adjacent and another white thar was recommended and both were fantastic! I enjoyed the live music and cozy ambiance a lot

Adorable and unpretentious wine bar located in the heart of The Castro. Service was relaxed and friendly, the ambiance was cute, and the wine selection was perfect for my palette. I was shockingly surprised with how tasty the ravioli was, so cheesy and fresh. Definitely a hidden gem and a spot I'd gladly go back to.

Dropped in here last night with a friend for a night cap. Enjoyed the Wednesday night band. We got a bottle of the Argentinian Cabernet with the hummus and mixed board. The wine was amazing and the small bites were delicious. Laidback service with an east vibe. Check this place out.

Blush! is my go-to bar for when I want to catch up with friends. And that's for two reasons: 1) They have a great happy hour until 6pm with 30% of wines (I usually get a bottle ;-) 2) They are just a very unpretentious bar where you can just hang out and don't have to be worried about being judged. In fact, I come here by myself oftentimes...in which case I'll just order a glass of wine ;-) Kudos to the staff as well - they are always so friendly!

Not a fan. Limited wine choices and they wouldn't let us split the tab. Customer service was ... ok? Not at all what I was expecting at this price point

We've walked past Blush! many time before but had underestimated how great this place would be, so never dropped in. We finally tried Blush when we got the Broke A** Stuart SF wine passport and Blush was on the list for a free glass of wine. When we entered we were immediately impressed by the live band. We sat down and my boyfriend and I instantly felt like we were in a romantic European wine bar with the dark mood lighting, sparkling lights, and live music. We got too glasses of the house red and a sage burrata to share the glasses were a nice pour (especially considering we were getting them free) and the sage burrata came with a delicious toasted bread. We had a great experience at Blush! and felt like we were transported to another place. I'd recommend it for your next romantic date night.

Amazing sweet and fun bartenders serving up delish Belgium beers as well as great wine and food to suit any taste. Great reprieve from rest of Castro.

Still one of the best happy hours in the hood (30% off bottles). They have fun theme nights and live music from time to time and the staff is great. Shoutout to Vincent. I love coming during the winter when I can curl up on the couch, have a glass of warmed mulled wine, and enjoy some good conversation. I also really dig the food. Great cheese plates, escargot and raviolis made in their tiny kitchen. Last time we were there it was on the quieter side and we played a game with the other patrons where we had to try and shoot a cork into a bucket for a free glass. My husband made it in and we were all shocked! Thanks for a fun time, Blush.

Blush is a cute quick stop for wine and a quick bite. I went for dinner but the food was limited so we only had an appetizer and went elsewhere for a full meal. It was an interesting wine cellar vibe, dark ish and quiet. I can't recall the wine, but there is such a variety here for every taste. As for food, we got the smoked salmon ravioli. It was okay, heavy cheese with smoked salmon chunks that gave it that smokey and fishy flavor. Not a ravioli, but a solid appetizer. Wish there was a better food selection, but their focus is their wines. Definitely come here for wine and vibes, maybe not the food but it's not bad.

Gabriel and Vince are awesome bartenders at Blush! They are friendly and personable. Love coming back.

Decided to make a visit to the Castro while we were visiting San Francisco. Stopped into one of the local gay bars, and the loud thumping music just wasn't our scene. By chance, came across Blush while we were out walking and decided to go in and check it out. This wine bar was exactly the scene we were craving. Blush has a relaxed, inviting atmosphere that is void of pretense or attitude. This is the type of place where you can discover and enjoy some really good wine and actually have conversations with others. The staff was super friendly and knowledgeable about the wine they were serving and made good recommendations based on your individual palette. If you are looking for a nice place to chill and enjoy some wine in the Castro, Blush is definitely a must stop.

This is such a cute little bar in the Castro! They have a great selection of wine and a decent food menu as well. We only stopped here because we had time to kill before our dinner reservation and it was the perfect place to grab a quick drink and small snacks. The service wasn't exactly friendly, but we were there for such a short amount of time that it didn't matter too much. I would definitely recommend Blush to all my wine lover friends!

Definitely buy the bottle or you will get a small glasss. One friendly bartender, and the other not so great.

Can't wait to go back! I tried Blush for the first time this past weekend, and it was truly such a pleasant experience--exactly what I'd want from a wine bar. Jason was incredible knowledgeable and friendly! You can tell he has a lot of experience dealing with wine (and people!), and he'll make you feel totally at home. I loved the cozy vibes of Blush, and the wide array of wines you can try is more than you could ever want. Blush has undoubtedly been added to my list of regular haunts.

This has been one of my favorite spots for a long time. I believe they went through a renovation a couple of years ago but the ambiance has always been perfect and a welcomed contrast to all the bars and clubs nearby. If you're not feeling like being in a loud crowded club then see if you can get a seat here and enjoy a glass of wine. They play music some nights, definitely on Thursday's. I really appreciate that most nights the musicians tend to play music at a polite level so that you can hear your company speak and hear your own thoughts as well. Lounges that don't find this sweet spot of volume are a major pet peeve. Lots of great choices of wine and ask the staff for recommendations. Escargot and olive tapenade are some of my fave items.

If you want a great wine and beer, this is the place to go. This place has an amazing selection to choose from. The atmosphere is dark and cozy. You can really feel like you are in your own little world there. Bartenders were great. They were very attentive and friendly. When we didn't know what to get or what something was, they happily explained without any attitude that sometimes you get when servers are impatient or irritated at questions that they should be answering as part of the experience. If you get hungry, they have a really nice menu with a large variety of items to choose from depending on what you are hungry for or how hungry you might be. I recommend the large board. It had just the right selection of cheeses and meets to pick at while enjoying your drinks. It isn't cheep, but it isn't outrageous either. Definitely worth the money for the experience, level of service, and quality of drink and food. Check it out, you won't be disappointed and I do plan to visit again when in town.

This was a great place to have a glass of wine... or 2!!! The bartender was great and extremely well informed regarding the wine. Will definitely be back!!

A lot of drink choices , good interior designs and nice atmosphere. A lot of wines and beers selection.

You can't ask for a better (wine bar) happy hour! 30% off their ENTIRE wine list. They also have a great selection of wine. I've gone to other bars with better food selections, but since I came in strictly for a glass of wine, I can't complain! The bar is simply but artfully decorated, and would be a nice date spot.

I've been here twice now and really like the quiet and chill ambiance of the wine bar. It's conveniently located right across the street from the Castro Theater, if you and your friends just finished watching a show and want to grab a drink or two before heading home. Both times I've been, there were 5-6 of us and it was never too crowded that we couldn't find seats immediately, which is impressive given its prime location in the Castro. We came around 10 pm on a Friday and Saturday night, respectively, so I was surprised we could find seating so easily.The set up is varied with some larger communal tables, some cozy looking couches, and some private tables that are perfect for a group of 5-6 people. I've never had the food here, but I've consistently gotten their sangria ($8 a glass) which is delicious if you like sweeter drinks like me. Note that it's probably one of the sweetest sangrias I've ever had, so if sweet drinks aren't your thing, stay far away from the sangria here and try one of their many wines instead. Parking here is all along the street. The last time I came my friend drove and it was shocking to me how we were able to find an open spot right in front of Blush. So it is possible but I would recommend ubering or lyfting instead to be safe, especially on a busy Friday/Saturday night.

Ugh! My friend and I ended up with massive gastrointestinal issues the day after. Simply awful! The bar is much divier than I expected from the pictures, which looked more upscale. Service could have been a bit better and more attentive as the place was not busy. Had a couple glasses of wine and shared a prosciutto and goat cheese sandwich that came with a side salad (big mistake). They had live music which I guess could be considered a plus for some folks, but my friend and I ended up shouting at each other all night, and left exhausted with sore throats and ringing ears. Needless to say, I won't be returning.

When I was young, I wanted to be a writer, a poet, a lounge singer and a journalist. I had wanted to sing at a place like this, dark and trendy, good wine but not too crowded so that you can still hear your companion at a respectful distance. It also possible to take small breaks and mingle around the tables scattered around this bar, without bumping into sweaty people. I did not think a French wine bar existed in many places in this part of the town. In part, I was never looking for such things. If I wanted a French bar, I would have gone to one at my home in France but that's too far, too ambitious and unnecessary when a good one is just across the street from the Castro theatre. I arrived last week after a long day at work, honestly thought I was late but I was the first to arrive. Promptly ordered a glass of bubbly Rose and grabbed a table because my girlfriend often arrives with her entourage and that evening it was no exception. Soon six of them arrived, separately and then some together, they complimented my seating arrangement. We all set at a communal table, pleasantries exchanged. Noted two new people from Brooklyn, musicians, who I had not met before, one friend I already knew, some musician who lives in Cole Valley, a Bavarian girl I've known through a gallery outing and then my girlfriend who was an ageless lady who used to belly dancing naked in the early years of Blackrock city, now a perennial fixture among the musicians and artist in town. She literately knows everyone and is friends with everyone in town. So you get the gist. This bar attracts artist types who came in that evening to watch a band. It's a good place for likeminded people to gather, to have a good meal and then listen to some tunes. I ordered appetizers for the table. Ever feel that you are the lucky one who did well for yourself and you should be more generous among your artist friends? Well, I do. I always feel too sheltered and too lack of artistry. The only thing I'm good at is to eat food. So I ordered two things and they arrived shortly. They edamame spread was quite clever. I liked it a lot. The musicians playing that evening were quite good. French gypsy music was quite suitable for this bar. It's low key. Meaning, you don't have to scream and yell to talk and to be heard. The ambience is chill. And the food is good. The wine selection is robust. Stick with French, but of course. Will likely bring other friends of mine over here for meal and music.

-I had two glasses of Sauv Blanc, he had two glasses of the Malbec "If not now, when?" I was on a date with J, at least I like to call it that. He's a friend of a friend and, while infrequent, he's sometimes been at some of the same 'friend gatherings' and whenever he is, we've always chatted it up like old mates (lovers?) and remarked, 'we need to get a drink together sometime'. Well this was that... I had asked him out, finally! And why not Blush? It's comfortable, cozy, and tapestries, art, sofas and wine give it a warm atmosphere. Tuesday has live music, jazz, for that special touch... We had a lovely, lovely conversation over two glasses of wine. It's complicated. He's a successful dancer and even so, the Bay Area is an expensive place to be in the arts. He's heard Berlin is the place to be and plans to move this year, having never been--sight unseen. He's young. 33. Why not? I told him that that's why I moved to San Francisco from Pennsylvania when I was 27....and I have never regretted it. Kindred spirits I think. Thanks Blush--lovely wine and a very lovely place for a romantic conversation....

Wow, cannot say enough about this place. Service was phenomenal, we had two French bartenders that gave out free drinks if you made the cork in their bucket. What started as a quick stop turned into a night of great wine and a decent beer selection to top it off. Ambience is great, it's a little bit of an older crowd but can't critique that. I just can't get over the outstanding bartenders; they seemed to really care that their customers were enjoying their drinks and the bar itself. The wine was not too expensive, overall a blast. Must stop in Castro for a more laid back night.

Awful unpleasant staff. Came here and was waiting for a friend, was sitting out front when a waiter with an accent approached me. I told him I was waiting for my friend before I ordered, and he asked me to leave. When I was still there 30 seconds later he came back out and started throwing insults at me. Not sure why he assumed I wasn't a customer. There was only one other customer outside and many empty tables so there was no reason for that. Rude, bad experience. No idea what the wine is like.

Visited this place around midnight on a Saturday. Was about half full. Unfortunately the service was pretty bad. Bartender was very unpleasant and you could tell he just didn't want to be there. In fact, he was already closing down things when the bar was open for another 1.5 hours. Wine was fine. Moderately to expensive per glass (~$14). Perhaps he was under staffed and just needed some help...