Heartwood SF

Perfect venue for professional events with incredible atmosphere. Attended a Grammarly mixer at Heartwood and was thoroughly impressed by this Commercial Street gem. The industrial-chic design with exposed brick walls, beautiful tin ceilings, and warm wood accents creates such a welcoming yet sophisticated atmosphere. The space strikes the perfect balance for networking events - intimate enough for meaningful conversations but spacious enough to accommodate a crowd comfortably. The bartenders are clearly passionate about their craft, and it shows in every drink they prepare. Heartwood has that rare quality of being both professional enough for corporate events and inviting enough that you’d want to return for a casual evening with friends.

I don’t know how long this will last, but right now there’s a lunch deal where you get a free martini with lunch. I got the burger which was great, and the martini was modest sized but packed a punch! It was perfectly made and really hit the spot. I can’t wait to come back and try the other cocktails on the menu 🍸

We walked in on Friday evening for some food and drinks. We were surprised to find the place empty. While we were there, a few other people came in, but it wasn't very busy. The food was decent overall. However, the fried chicken bites were way too salty, the smashed burger was dry. The Treasure Pig in a blanked was delicious, and I'd definitely order it again. The Avocado & Crab was interesting, but we couldn't taste any crab. It actually tasted a lot like canned tuna. The cocktails and wine were delicious, and the ambiance was great. The service was also friendly. We'd probably come back for drinks again, but the food was a bit hit-or-miss.

Excellent across the board! Well constructed cocktails with clear ice, even for the highballs. Delicious food. While the menu isn’t extensive in items, quality and artisan flares are top notch. Salmon salad was was a true fresh delight. If you’re a whiskey cocktail fan, Against the Grain and Trade Secrets are brilliant. Ambiance is an awesome convergence of vibes. Brick & mortar, lounge aesthetics, wood accents and California florals all come together to create a solid environment for anyone. Music is upbeat but not loud to the point you can’t have a chat. All staff and bartenders are lovely people.

We went for the free martini lunch and it ROCKED! Great selection of tasty martinis and a great menu! The burger was so juicy and flavorful :)

FYI, Heartwood is located at 531 Commercial St. Heartwood is a wonderful addition to the downtown neighborhood. I found the Apple Propaganda to be quite refreshing! According to Bar Director Casey, the Apple Propaganda and Leaf Water cocktails are crowd favorites. There are quite a few plant-based options, so vegetarians and vegans won't feel left out. Beyond the incredible drinks, food, and ambiance, Heartwood has a wonderfully welcoming team with spectacular service. Make sure to swing by Heartwood if you're in the FiDi area!

Decent experience downtown in the city. Food was on the better side for a cocktail bar. A bit slow on a Friday evening but that seems to be a problem all of SF is dealing with these days. The cocktails were good. As expected, things were a bit pricy.

Went to this bar with work friends and enjoyed the fries, pita, and peanut sauce noodles, all of which were tasty. While the service was slow, the place had a great vibe and a solid selection of cocktails that made up for it.

Date of Visit: 2/6/2025 Having a great Happy Hour drink with friends is one of the most relaxing things to do after work. Visited the Heartwood located in financial district in San Francisco on a Thursday evening, and it was tucked in the Commercial Street with outdoor table and nice and cozy bar and sofa area. We were sat at the table closed by to the window, which has nice day light to take photos. Apple Propaganda $18 I got the gin based cocktail with green apple, juniper, pisco, bay leaf and elderflower tonic. The cocktail is very refreshing and not too sweet. Leaf Water $18 My friend got the tequila based cocktail with Jasmine green tea, honeydew shiso cordial, citrus, and shochu. There are a piece of shiso leaf in the glass, which added some flavor. Both cocktails were great!

I reserved Heartwood for a work Happy Hour and it was an outstanding experience! The team was incredibly communicative, responsive, and easy to work with throughout the process. The food and drinks were fantastic, and the ambiance struck the perfect balance for work events, date nights, and casual hang outs. The service was attentive and ensured everything went smoothly. I'll definitely be returning--and if you go, don't miss the pigs in a blanket, they're a must-try!

Newer spot nestled in an alley closed off to traffic so you're in for a treat to slip into some trouble where you can't be easily traced. Heartwood offers a great lounge feel in the heart of FIDI that you can pop into with a large group on a Friday afternoon to start your day. Service was great and quick. Drinks more than just appetizing, very tasty with good quality. While we were here there wasn't a type of music that would define this but they did play some RNB at a light volume so conversation can still be had. Overall cool little spot, I recommend coming for cocktails and some small bites (sliders and calamari were solid options). I'll be back to slide through for the Órale and Oasis cocktails! Yum

We walked in on Friday evening for some food and drinks. We were surprised to find the place empty. While we were there, a few other people came in, but it wasn't very busy. The food was decent overall. However, the fried chicken bites were way too salty, the smashed burger was dry. The Treasure Pig in a blanked was delicious, and I'd definitely order it again. The Avocado & Crab was interesting, but we couldn't taste any crab. It actually tasted a lot like canned tuna. The cocktails and wine were delicious, and the ambiance was great. The service was also friendly. We'd probably come back for drinks again, but the food was a bit hit-or-miss.

I left my heart...in San Francisco, and in Heartwood! Located in a small alleyway known as Commercial Street in the heart of San Francisco's Financial District. Heartwood is a bar and restaurant that comes from the same team that brought us Beehive in the Mission, and the nearby Treasury a few blocks down. Open for only a year, what sets Heartwood apart from their sister bars is that their cocktail menu's emphasis is on flavors derived from plants, fruits, herbs, and spices, which is epitomized by their namesake which is intentional in referring to the inner part of a tree and the nearby Transamerica Redwood Park, which is mere blocks away. Coming for a post-work snack and libation with a few co-workers one day, we arrived at about 5 p.m. and although the weren't busy except for a larger party of what seemed to be colleagues we were able to sit inside next to the accordion-like windows that open out onto their patio on Commercial Street. Upon entry, visitors will notice their red brick walls, exposed wooden beams and floors, and the silver oak bar towards the back of their interior. The menu at Heartwood into a drink menu featuring Cocktails, Slushies, Highballs, Wines and Beers, while the food menu features Bar Bites with categories including Snacks, Veggie Bites, Sliders, Toasts, and Something Else...Since we came for after-work drinks, I ordered their Apple Propaganda, which featured botanist gin, green apple, juniper, pisco, elderflower tonic, and topped with a bay leaf. Others in our party ordered their Forbidden Fruit Slushie, which had passion fruit, lemon thyme, ginger and citrus; their Toki Highball, which had Toki Japanese Whiskey, soda and lemon oil; and their Heartwood G&T, which had Sipsmith Gin and house tonic and topped with seasonal garnish. Of course we needed a little savoriness to go with our strong cocktails, and we ordered their Treasury Pigs in a Blanket, which were their all-natural beef sausage wrapped in puff pastry and served whole grain mustard; and their Beef Tallow Fries which was served with ketchup and malt vinegar aioli. The staff was so nice that they also gave us a serving of their signature Popcorn, which was topped with their Heartwood seasoning. Our drinks were delivered to our table first and my Apple Propaganda had a nice subtle gin base with a fruity-herbal aftertaste with every sip. Everyone else seemed to like their drinks as well, as we were here to chat and take in the atmosphere of which not much was happening as we came early and only a few extra customers would come while we were there. We really enjoyed both the hot dogs wrapped in puff pastry and their fries and the popcorn seems to be their signature dish that they offer on a regular basis and I am more that supportive of that, as it has a unique seasoning to it, which provides an extra kick with every mouthful. Our total bill was roughly twenty dollars per diner, which was actually quite reasonable considering how expensive things can be price-wise, especially in downtown San Francisco. I would definitely come back and try more of their Bar Bites menu as it stretches a wide range from fish and chips to taquitos, and with cocktails as nicely composed as they are at Heartwood, it proves they have plenty of heart left in San Francisco.

Summary: Tasty bites served alongside well-crafted drinks Details: As expected from the folks who brought us Beehive and Third Rail, Heartwood is yet another addition to their collection of sister bars that serves up some excellent artisan cocktails and tasty eats, inside a moody, modern vibe. Between the three of us, we went through a good chunk of their menu, and were pretty pleased with every drink we tried, so you can't go too wrong there. The few bites we got were also tasty, though the beef tallow fries are a must have, and were, in fact, probably one of the best fries I've had in recent memory. The crowd seems like it can vary pretty drastically day to day, though given its location in the FiDi, I'd imagine it to be busier on weeknights than weekends: we actually came on a Saturday night, staying for a good three to four hours, and found that it never got too busy, aside from a group that had rented out half the bar earlier in the evening. Accessibility: Huge, spacious venue, with a mix of seating options, though the most accessible spot is likely to be the lower accessible counter at the bar itself. Generally pretty easy to get around, though if someone's rented out part of the space and rearranged the furniture, you may find things to be a little more difficult than usual.

Came by for an event that was being hosted here and thought it was a super cute place. I had an order of small fries and the featured cocktail -- leaf juice (leaf something). I thought the drink tasted incredible, especially as someone that doesn't really enjoy the taste of alcohol. The fries were crispy and the mayo (?) dipping sauce was definitely yummy. The bar is kind of hidden in a small alleyway, but if you map to it, it's accurate! Swing by for a chill vibe if you're in the FiDi area.

This place is so cute! Will definitely come back. The bartenders here are amazing. The drinks are delicious.

We were the only table on the day we came so I can't speak to ambiance (loud?) but I can say that the food was very good and the service was too. Service can degrade when restaurants are busy or slow and that wasn't the case here. Will definitely come back.

Didn't try any of the food here, but had a really good experience here with happy hour/drinks on a random week day recently. I knew it opened recently and some friends who loved whiskey said it was a great new whiskey bar, so had to come check it out for myself. The place was intimate, and unfortunately we came during some conference or convention, so it was actually packed even at open. However, the service was still quick, and the drink list was extensive. I enjoyed their renditions of Old Fashioned and dig their spirit selection. Great spot for HH!

Super fun spot - drinks were on point, small plates were excellent. Loved the Korean fried chicken. Small space with not a lot of seating. Playlist was on point but not so loud our group couldn't talk - which was appreciated!

Amazing neighborhood spot! World Series on and cheese plate was amazing- the sliders were so good they didn't even make the picture.

Clarified milk punch review Milk punch: toki whisky, plum wine, oolong tea, lime, ginger, honey This was the milk punch that I needed this night. Refreshing and light. Plum flavor came through. Slight tannic and herbal from the oolong. Nice offering from heartwood.

I had a Happy Hour here last night. Cute little spot that got sectioned off for us. I feel like this place would be so lovely on a weekend at night cause there was also outdoor seating as well. We got some appetizers and I enjoyed all of them. The chicken in the first picture had a little kick. The pigs in a blanket was flaking and so good, never had it flakey like that. I enjoyed the fresh fries. The one thing was that there wasn't any meats on the charcuterie board and I wish they did. All in all, everything was good from the snacks to the drinks. The place was super clean as well. Stop by here!

Tucked down Commercial, it could be easy to roll right past the place, but if you can avoid that, you will definitely be glad you stopped. Staff were all great, and the decor of the place was something between refined and unpretentious. Good drink selections, with the top being the órale, which is a mixture mezcal and tequila with chili spices and red pepper. As someone who doesn't like sweet drinks, this one is decidedly savory without feeling like a cliché novelty. Equally delicious was the beef tallow fries which were crispy, salty, and sumptuous. Those got paired with an amber ale that was a splendid combination. I will definitely be back and recommend you stop by as well.

Same folks behind Beehive in the Mission and Treasury in FiDi. Yummy cocktails, sliders and Pigs in a Blanket but they have much more than just that on the menu. Street corn dip, salads, sandwiches all look great too and I'll be back to try those. Both the pork and burger sliders were delicious and if you've been to their other locations you know they make a darn good cocktail. Friendly service and cute bar for a quick lunch or happy hour.

Heartwood is a wonderful addition to the downtown neighborhood. I found the Apple Propaganda to be quite refreshing! According to Bar Director Casey, the Apple Propaganda and Leaf Water cocktails are crowd favorites. There are quite a few plant-based options, so vegetarians and vegans won't feel left out. Beyond the incredible drinks, food, and ambiance, Heartwood has a wonderfully welcoming team with spectacular service. Make sure to swing by Heartwood if you're in the FiDi area!

I came here for a team happy hour and I have to say, you should definitely make reservations if you are planning on coming with a group because this place fills up pretty fast. We were so thankful we did. While we were there, there were three other groups there with their own reservations. Since this place isn't terribly big, it got really loud and I could barely talk to the person next to me. Maybe it's just because I'm hard of hearing, I'm not sure, but that was a bummer. Once the two hour window for our reservation was over, we moved closer to the bar and that was a lot better. It made a world of difference for us and it made it easier for all of us to talk to each other as a group. Next time I make reservations, I'm going to ask if we have the spot behind it because it's super ideal! The drinks and food were pretty delicious and full of variety which was really nice with all of them being reasonably priced also. Overall, I would definitely come back but just make sure to sit closer to the bar next time!

omg the food and drinks -- this Foodie has visited 4 times so far... (yes, it's that good) Small menu but super tasty! Stand outs include Treasury Pigs in Blanket, Ahi Tuna Poke, Chicken sandwich, The Burger, and that Fish sandwich!! (fantastic). Admittedly suprised at the tab after 3 rounds of libations (sooo good) -- but the drinks were strong and worthy. Love the chill vibe. Beautiful space, comfy lounge seating. Perfect for FiDi in the historic SF Treasury Building (check out the tin ceiling and original brickwork.) Highly recommend!

Came here for a friend's birthday, you can rent out a section of the bar for events which was nice. I got the drink Leaf Water, which me and my friend agreed was delicious. Fries were pretty good too. Service here was attentive and friendly. Seems like a great spot for a date or casual hang.

Beautiful and new bar with fresh tasty cocktails and delicious bites. I got the Leaf Water cocktail that was light, smooth and refreshing. Second drink was the Milk Punch, it had a nice kick to it! For food, we enjoyed the Street Corn Dip that came with perfect tortilla chips. So much so that we ordered it a second time! It was warm and smooth with a little spice from the pepperjack cheese. Very friendly staff and stylish decor. This place is very comfortable to bring friends, coworkers or a date. Def will be back to try more of the food and drinks!

Horrible service! I was doing a nice thing by handing the bar my glass when i notice this underage kid was drinking and bragging about how they don't check ids. I asked the bartender they should check with that you g adult for some identification and the bartender said "why should I? Money is money

Great spot for cocktails and tasty food! We had the Mint Slushy, Apple Propaganda and Leaf Water for drinks and they were all SO good. Food was amazing too - we had Beef Tallow Fries, Garlic Shrimp, Taquitos and Fried Chicken Bites. Vibe inside is artfully decorated and cute for date nights or drinks after work.

What can I say about the Heartwood.. I'm so excited for this new spot opening up right in the heart of the city. Bars like this do not exist in the states, this is something truly special. This is a treat for everyone here in FiDi.. Perfect place to grab a cocktail with friends or colleagues after work!

Amazing cocktails. Great ambiance. Fantastic service. Friendly and experienced bartenders. Interior is beautiful. Great place for a group happy hour, date night or catching the game at the bar. The food is delicious too! Definitely worth a visit!

I enjoy discovering new businesses and Heartwood seemed to check all the boxes with a glowing Eater article and the fact that it's from the team behind Beehive and Third Rail, both of which I'm a fan of. Unfortunately I still haven't made it inside. The first attempt was during the crazy FiDi power outage and the bar was closed. Not their fault of course but could maybe have mentioned it on their socials to save people a wasted trip. On this most recent attempt I got to the front door only to see the bar dominated by a huge flat screen TV blasting out baseball. Nothing against sports or sports bars, and businesses have to do whatever gets customers inside, but that really didn't seem to fit with the vibe of a craft cocktail spot. So we decided to skip it.

Great service and ambiance. Delicious hot buttered cider. My partner loved the wine and cheese plate, which was huge. So many interesting cocktails I'd love to try sometime. I'd definitely come here again if I was downtown.

Great food, spirits, and service. My organization hosted a Happy Hour at Heartwood and it was a great spot to socialize and enjoy good eats and spirits. Event booking was seamless and the coordinator Phil was really helpful with all of the arrangements. Immediate and fast service upon arrival and we always felt very taken care through out the entire time we were there. Will book there again!

Great bartenders! Good drinks. Friendly vibe. Nice location in the financial District downtown.

Went to opening night and heartwood was amazing. Mean to just have 1 drink, but it was so good that I had to have another! Such a welome addition to the neighborhood

Great cocktails and tasty bar food in a nice, open space. This place is a great reason to go to downtown San Francisco!

Gorgeous new bar/lounge addition to FiDi. The interior design is reason enough to come but all the food I tasted and the drinks I sampled (I tried each of my friends') were spot on and so unique. Such a lovely space to consider for a private event - large or small. I can't wait to go back.