Mr. Mahjong’s

If you love comedy this is a hidden gem. It's intimate and the comedians were fabulous. The show was well organized. Mr. Mahjong's comendy spot light. Check it out. We parked in the under ground parking under China town park and walked several blocks.

Stopped into Mr. Mahjong’s on a Wednesday night and had the best time! Loved the cocktails, especially the baijiu cocktail and the silver spritz. The cocktail menu was really fun and creative, the mocktails sounded really good too. We also ordered some food which was excellent; calamari, veggie spring rolls and chicken potstickers. The bartender was very friendly and chatted with us about the different cocktails. There was an event going on and it was fun to see the space get so lively on a weeknight. Will definitely be back!

Music is POPPIN!!!!! Finally a R&b/hip hop bar/lounge in SF! The DJ are amazing. The drinks are good and strong. The vibes are great. The crowd is a good mix of mid to late 20s to mid 30s. A good millennial mix if yall know what I mean. They definitely play some great throwbacks and it’s great place to drink and vibe. So happy a place like this opened on the peninsula and hope it here to stay!

Did you know there's a secret comedy show hidden inside @mrmahjongs in SF? This ranks our top comedy shows we've been to! We were literally laughing our butts off and at the end of the show, our cheeks were hurting lol. It's a secret within a secret! Mr. Mahjong's secret speakeasy downstairs hosts a comedy show every Friday night by @thespotlightcomedy! So grab some Asian inspired cocktails and bar bites at the bar, get ready to laugh, and then stay afterwards to dance the night away back upstairs with a live DJ and music (every thursday-saturday), check their IG for the monthly line up.

A nice enough bar, a friend has called to reserve us a table and first round of drinks on him since he couldn't join. The bartenders had no idea what we were talking about and one said he would check but made no effort to actually check. Then we just sat at the bar because fortunately there was room. And the same bartender who said he would check served us. So obviously he didn't care. And then when we tried to close out two bartenders were busy socializing and we were trying to get their attention and they just kept socializing and took their time. Glad I went to experience for the first time but I don't need to go back.

Very disappointed after getting excited by the Instagram video ads. The drinks are overly sugary with barely any alcohol taste—like cheap casino cocktails. The crowd is super young, and there's hardly anything that ties the place to an Asian or Chinese theme, apart from some red lighting. Similar places like Dragon Horse are way better in comparison.

Great Halloween decor and a great vibe! Drinks are very good and nice staff!

Disappointed that they didn’t have jager and they didn’t know what an Irish carbomb was. They also told my homie that they had ran out of modelo, but we could clearly see some in the fridges in the back. Sucks because the vibes were pretty cool in there on a Saturday night.

Did you know there's a secret comedy show hidden inside @mrmahjongs in SF? This ranks our top comedy shows we've been to! We were literally laughing our butts off and at the end of the show, our cheeks were hurting lol. It's a secret within a secret! Mr. Mahjong's secret speakeasy downstairs hosts a comedy show every Friday night by @thespotlightcomedy! So grab some Asian inspired cocktails and bar bites at the bar, get ready to laugh, and then stay afterwards to dance the night away back upstairs with a live DJ and music (every thursday-saturday), check their IG for the monthly line up.

One of my favorite bars! They are on the newer side. Note that on any given night there could be a variety of events/DJ sets/open mics, the owners are intentional about inviting people in for community events and seem really sweet. One time I even stumbled upon an SF Craft Club meetup and ended up spontaneously journaling with them! There are select mahjong days which I believe are Tues or Sat and they have days they teach mahjong. The kitchen is open pretty late! Drinks are superb, they concoct creative drinks that often have the likes of jasmine/oolong tea, ube, mango, etc., (I think the drink menu changes often) and bartenders are great! Food ain't too bad either and the kitchen is open late.

I came to Mr. Mahjong's to catch up with a friend on Saturday night. I saw on their website that Saturday is also mahjong night, but I think they play downstairs. I was upstairs in the main bar area the whole time so can't speak to that. They had a bunch of Halloween decorations up when I came in mid-October. Some of the decorations were quite spooky. That and the red lightining really added to the vibe. Other than the decor, the first thing that hits you when you first walk in is the loud music blasting. We came around 9 pm and already there was a DJ mixing up beats and a small group of people dancing. We decided to stick around for one drink but it was quite loud and we had to shout to make ourselves heard. We ordered our drinks at the bar and sat at the one of the tables near the front, next to the "dance floor" where the DJ was. Their cocktails are $16 and they offer two mocktails for $12 as well. I got the All Simples mocktail, which is made with non alcoholic tequila, kiwi, pineapple, lime, and tonic. I liked it but it was on the sweeter side. This is a good spot to check out on the weekend. Just don't expect to have a deep conversation here. Sit back and enjoy the music and vibes.

Somehow ended up here after a long day in SF. Walk into a dark, loud bar and there's a staircase on the side that leads you down to the mahjong room. It's a little hidden, chaotic, and memorable. It feels like a lounge with music going in the background and clacking of tiles. Tons of tables packed with people playing and chatting.

I came around 5pm on a weekday and it was pretty dead. It's cute inside, but I head it gets pretty busy at night. The bartender was kind and made our drinks quickly and good.

Great new bar in town. Good vibes, good music, decent drinks. Depending on the night, the crowd might be different. But the handful of times I was here, it was very Gen Z.

Still really enjoy this place and their drinks! Probably my favorite go to place if I'm going out. The drinks always hit. I enjoy going before it gets too crowded which I feel they usually get more busy after 10 PM. Tonight I ordered two Black Token and was charged $36, so I do think I got overcharged for drinks (menu states $16 and tax was not included). Be mindful of checking your bill before you sign. *** EDIT: manager let me know they do a $2 up charge on drinks after 10PM. I didn't see any signage, but maybe I missed it. Just good to know as I usually leave before 10PM so I never realized!

Cool place. They took over Topsy's which was one of my favorite bars that shuttered due to covid. Location wise they're in the heart of the financial district and conveniently located for anyone staying in the area. Our team hung out at Mr. Mahjong's for drinks and they're solid. We pretty much took over the entire place given the number of people and they were happy to host us. Drinks were very strong and unique. I do miss the old russian dolls on the ceiling though. On another night (Thursday) they apparently had a chess club going on. A ton of people were inside playing matches inside which was cool.

Cute bar near the Fidi area. They have different events every night such as Mahjong Night, chessboard night, etc. I really enjoy their cocktails. Their cocktail selection is Asian fusion theme.

You ever go somewhere and accidently think they will have mahjong there because thats the name of the bar? Well i did... and let me tell you they do not have mahjong, yet (or so im told). Popped into Mr.Mahjongs on a friday night for some food, drinks and games. The drinks were tasty and floral just like how i like them!! The dishes we ordered were the potstickers (average but still good) and the fried chicken sandwhich. The owner was the one serving us food and was very friendly. Overall food and drinks were good. I wasnt amazed but i would definitely come back. After we ate we went to the basement thinking there was people playing mj down there... there was not. Its just another dance room and we were so early they were still setting up. The owner was super friendly and explained to me he is *trying* to get mj going but doesnt know when that will happen. He said the downstairs floor is edm and upstairs is RnB! I honestly liked the music in both areas. I enjoyed the vibe and would come back again for a night out!

Unique bar in the downtown SF area, I liked how it's very Chinese themed. Their concoctions puts a twist to unique asian flavors. We came to Mr. Mahjong for a Hot Ones Challenge hosted by Dear Community. We were able to try this new bar on our list and enjoy a fun Hot Ones challenge. Their food menu was also unique. They have a happy hour from 5-7pm! Rice Paper nacho - 7/10, not tortilla chips but fried rice paper. It felt a little on the saltier end which I didn't like but overall the flavor is bold and there. Sliver Spritz - 10/10, tasted like a calpico Golden Tonic - 10/10, very refreshing We started eating so don't remember how Green Gates and Shallow Moon tasted but it was still good.

I really like that this place is still betting on downtown SF. That alone made me want to like it. But the DJ, red lighting, and TVs kind of ruin the vibe. I honestly couldn't tell what they were going for. One minute it felt like a frat party, then a sports bar, then maybe a cozy Asian-inspired cocktail spot. It just felt confused, like it was trying to be everything at once, and it didn't really work for me.

drinks were creative and delicious. my favorite was the vietnamese coffee tini, a nice spin on a classic espresso martini. the black sesame flavor was strong and added a nice balance to the alcohol. the pog tasted delicious and juice-like. overall ambiance was great, i just wish they hosted mahjong nights fri-sun instead of just saturday!

Craving dim sum at night? Mr. Mahjong hits the spot with classic Asian bites like siu mai and summer rolls. The lychee cocktail was a standout. It's worth a visit if you're bar hopping around downtown!

What a fun place. We came for the kpop demon hunters party and both DJs were excellent. No one was really dancing and there really isn't room to dance which was a bummer. People did end up dancing wherever they were standing later in the night. It was hard to get the bartenders attention at first but they were all super nice when we finally connected. I would say that they don't really make great mixed shots so just ask for simple straightforward shots. The spritzer (with calico and lychee) was sooooooo goooood. You must try. Would love to go back when they have mahjong night.

Stopped in for drinks with some friends and had a great time! The vibe was relaxed but lively, perfect for catching up. Drinks were solid across the board, but I really enjoyed their take on the espresso martini.

The best bar in the city! This bar is so fun and always has good events like live djs, watch parties, and comedy shows. If you come early during the week they serve food and have a happy hour but its also fun on the weekends. The drinks are asian inspired and they have great service. I love throwing my events here!

One of the best bars in the city for sure! I love the drinks here, the bartenders are always super quick and friendly too. They host fun nights on weekdays and weekends, and their seasonal decorations are so cute too. Would recommend for a happy hour after work or going out on the weekends too!

NIGHTIME- 1) 1 unisex restroom REALLY???? At a drinking establishment. I think necessities are more important than having a fancy new eastern designed establishment in dt to draw the western crowd. 2)So a bunch of girls thought they were funny when they were last in the back of the line and they thought it was hilarious to knock on the door even though they know the lines damn well near all the way to the center of the restaurant while everyone's waiting. Any one with decent moral values can see that you wait your turn like everybody else. SECURITY did NOTHING about it. When they started knocking on my door , I came out to confronted them to try to understand why they did what they did when obviously the users going to come out looking at the next person in line( I blamed the wrong person btw ). Of course now security pushes me away and tells me to leave. And no I wasn't drunk, needed a beer after that and left right away. Temple nightclub had the same problem with restrooms post pandemic, maybe they can learn from them. I don't usually leave reviews let alone bad reviews for bars. Eastern culture is big on politeness so please respect our culture. Love and respect.

So glad an Asian inspired opened in the bay!! It is located in Chinatown, parking isn't too bad I parked on the street. The bar was like a clubby vibe and thete wasn't that much space to walk around. The menu consists of many unique drinks. Service was amazing, the bartenders are super nice!! My friends and I got the red dragon, green gates and the shallow moon. All drinks were yummy. I see that they host many events so I will definitely be back!!

Good music, good drinks, a little tight but ambience is A1. Fun spot after dinner and some drinks.

Came here with some friends for my birthday and we're just wayyyyy too old for the crowd. I was looking for a place near work and this popped up. The music that night was like an array of EDM DJs that were all playing short sets. I think I would've enjoyed it more if it was more my style of music but my friends had a good time. The basement "bar" only had simple drinks and we didn't get to try anything special from the upstairs bar menu.

Came here with one of my girlfriends after work for happy hour. We were excited to give this place a try. The interior was nice with cute Asian-inspired decorations, but it was a little too dark inside. We had a good time catching up, but overall, the food was just "okay," the drinks weren't great, and the service was on the slower side. We even had to wait quite a while for our bill and eventually walked up to the bar to ask to pay.

3.5 STARS Millennial fossil here. There's been hype about Mr. Mahjong's, a new bar/club but I can't make it to 10 pm when the DJ starts spinning so this review is not about the nightlife. It's about escaping the sad lunch desk at work which is a completely different vibe. Mr. Mahjong softly opened in late August - chill lunch spot by day, HH after work, and a club after 10 pm (depending on the night, there may be a cover). Brought to you by the owner of Skylark. Open for takeout, delivery (B1, G1 free offers on UberEats), and indoor dining. There's two outdoor tables. M E N U Bar bites, dim sum, and bánh mì. I recognized the chef from Ben Tre, the sister of Mr. Gao. Currently, no HH specials. Kitchen closes at 8 pm on the weekdays and 10 pm on the weekends. Like Skylark, they charge a 10% service fee (not considered a tip) + 3% credit card fee. I wish they would just build these fees into their prices. F O O D * Popcorn Chicken Cartilage ($13) // 4 Stars: https://tinyurl.com/2effxsfh - Choice of regular or spicy (choose spicy) Fav item and perfect for the drunchies (I wasn't drinking tho) - hot and crunchy with a gelatinous chew. Very similar to sụn gà chiên giòn, Viet style chicken cartilage. The "chili" sauce is on the bottom and reminds me of sweet chili sauce so it's not spicy. The crunchy Korean style pickled radish gave refreshing in-between bites. * Har Gow: Shrimp Dumplings (4 pc - $9) // 3 Stars: https://tinyurl.com/4b9fvt55 Plump shrimp filling with a bouncy firm bite. The wrapper needs work tho, it was thiccc + gummy with holes and tears. * Bánh Mì Đặc Biệt: Combo Cold Cut w/ headcheese, pork belly, fancy pork, pâté ($11) // 3.75 Stars: https://tinyurl.com/yc8mppma Pretty good bánh mì with a good ratio of savory cold cuts to a crackly soft baguette (doesn't cut the roof of your mouth or shatter into crumbs) with fresh veggies (no jalapeno). I think they forgot the butter cut mayo because it was quite dry. Washed everything down with a club soda...$5 for a 7.5 oz can tho? Eeck. S E R V I C E Friendly and prompt. A M B I A N C E Formerly Topsy's Bar, Mr. Mahjong's has a similar dark moody vibe with updates to their artwork (Chinese inspired), red lighting, and furnishings. It's a small space so it feels more like a dive-y bar vs club. I was told the basement area is not open yet...maybe there will be more room for dancing there? Quiet during lunchtime so a good option if you need a space to escape the office. I was hoping they would have a hip hop or r&b playlist but they were playing some random genres. P A R K I N G Positive about coming here late night is easy street parking for your DD since it's in the FiDi. Overall, nice to see new places poppin' up in the FiDi. If you're looking for new scene, hit up Mr. Mahjong's!

Supes cute place to get drinks on a Friday night! We got espresso martinis and then a lychee spritzer which was amazinngg. We kind of showed up early so it was super chill, but as the night went on, there was a DJ and we had such a good time!

Treat yo self to a table at Mr. Mahjong's. Such a cute spot tucked in between Chinatown and financial district. A cute bar with tapas for any type of event you're celebrating. Want a place for happy hour? Look no further! Spacious enough to host work events or team outings. The new up and coming bar, even out of towners are looking to visit. Can't wait to bring my friends and coworkers here.

drinks were good but def a place you come for the ambiance or for mahjong smaller space than expected and not really a dancing bar , most people sat in tables

Place is super nice to hang out and get drinks Shay was very ehh good this night. Really liked the hip hop music. Service was okay :// we had a marquee sign but they didn't even come to the table with it they just passed by with it and walked away. And then another time they did it right and came to the table with it. The downstairs is cool too but there was an event happening so couldn't really scope it. Bathroom could be cleaner and nicer.

A late review from 11/1/2024: 7P on a drizzly Friday night, meeting another couple for drinks and snacks but no snacks on the evening we went. The kitchen crew were working elsewhere so only drinks were being served. Yummy drinks though - the bartender knows what he's doing. We sat along the wall opposite the bar to soak in the subdued mood and decor. This was still early in the evening so no music was on, which let us catch up with our friends without having to yell. Overall, an okay experience and we'll have to come back to try drinks WITH snacks!

Mr. Mahjong's is one of the newest Asian fusion bars in SF and a fun place to kick off a night of bar hopping with friends. The drinks are good and strong, but fair warning, they are pretty sweet. I've tried the Vietnamese coffee espresso martini, Mr. Mahjong's mojito, and Mr. Mahjong's jackfruit drop and liked them all. For some reason, the music at this bar reminds me of NYC, and the crowd reminds me of LA, but the decor and decadent drinks are uniquely SF, so it's overall such a vibe and worth checking out.

Good food Great cocktail Great service Good atmosphere Good place for realizing Great bartender

Stopped by Mr. Mahjong's during their soft opening and it was so lively! There is a host and security guard checking in everyone at the front of the bar, so I felt super safe going in. The bar is decorated with red lanterns and Chinese paintings. They serve a variety of Asian inspired cocktails and snacks like dim sum, Vietnamese sandwiches and chicken wings. They have live DJs every Friday and Saturday night that play a variety of genres like 2000s rnb, kpop, and more. I love coming here for a night out with friends and I'm happy to see this place bring downtown back to life!

It's a miss for me. This place is a bar that wants to be a club. Cover charge, expensive drinks, small shots. They also automatically added "service charge" on the bill, not sure if this is normal for the area? The place is slightly small and the Dj/dance floor situation was awkward. I think there is only 1 restroom so while we sat at the bar, a restroom line started behind us. I know they just opened so maybe things will change but not sure I'd be back, who knows.

Surprise live band. We had a great time. Laid back bar. Good drinks and simple mocktails. Fried food basic menu and good. Nice service. The ambiance is wonderful.

Firstly, most bars in the City have a unique identity and differentiator that sets them apart from their competitors. Whether it's the theme, ambiance, or specialty drinks, you name it. Secondly, this spot is the real deal. It's been around since ~September 2024, and my buddies and I admire the excellent service. Music is primarily Bay Area-themed hip hop + R&B, with several nights centered on other genres (e.g., reggaeton, K-pop, throwbacks, etc.). The snack options are stellar, as you can get your typical chicken wings, fries, and grilled cheese to dim sum. The interior decor (of red lanterns) pairs well with the name of the establishment. Fun fact: they also host Mahjong nights in the downstairs section every once in a while! All in all, I'd come back here!

Wow please, playing Mr. 305 on a Tuesday after the workday?!!???? Sign me up. Conveniently located in the Fidi, but the playlist?????!! intentionally killin it. Reasonably priced!

Came here on a Saturday night during their second week of opening. They're charging a $10-20 cover fee per person which I was unaware of and none of it went to drinks. It was moderately lively inside and there's a live DJ who was playing rap and hip hop. Thought it'd be more like a chill bar setting where you could get drinks and catch up with friends but people were up and dancing. The design was Chinatown inspired but slightly dingy with the low lit red lighting and all black walls, not sure if I would come again.

The espresso martini was really good and different as they used. Vietnamese coffee base. Good service and ambiance is fun.

Food is exceptional! A must when you are getting a couple drinks at the bar or even doing bottle service since they have platters for sharing great vibes with great people. 10/10 spot to pregame or even have a night out at with some friends!

New bar by FiDi with great cocktail, drinks, and food options. They have DJs playing vibing music every week. Definitely check it out after work for Happy Hour or a good time to spend with friends over the weekend!

In the last month I stoped by Mr. Mahjongs twice and I had a great time both nights. The first night I came with some friends after the free Zhu concert in Chinatown. It was fairly busy but the staff were quick and efficient. I really enjoyed the jackfruit drink as well as the jade drink. On my second visit I came for a very large event that normally overwhelms whichever bar we choose to visit for the month. Despite the ridiculously high volume of people the bar still managed to keep up. Props to the team for properly staffing the event and putting up with our crowd of 100+ people.

Although I've never played an actual game of mahjong in my life, I highly recommend this place. A complete transformation from what this location used to be. These new owners have really given the place quite the makeover from the culturally aesthetic decor, to the utterly amazing food - I tip my hat to you Chef! Great music, great people, fast service, bartenders are on it. This is definitely a place this city needs more of & we will definitely be returning.

People are going to go to Rickhouse for better drinks or Murphy's for cheaper drinks. Maybe they'll make it when the last two spots in this location didn't...a $20 mojito and one bored bartender on her phone doesn't make a place.

Really good music Food was great. The chicken cartilage with sauce was fire. Bartenders were really fast

Too early to tell; the bar had some super lit music at night and people were vibing but the space was kind of small and the limitation of 1 bathroom was kind of painful; I came at around 11/midnight and it got really painful but the crowd was really lit. I think if the amenities (space/bathroom) was better organized it would be a 10/10 place. Not sure on drinks -- I just took a bunch of shots lol.

Overall super fun bar to visit! When we went they had live music and the lychee drink was so stiff. The decor was okay but cuter than most dive-y bars and the service was pretty much what you'd expect from most bars (nothing to write home about).

This place is so extra in the best way possible. I never go out anymore but I'll definitely be coming back for another wild night

Seemed like a hip place with people having a good time. Unfortunately I'm old and was looking for food. I showed up too late and the kitchen was closed. The bouncer did give me a good rub down checking for weapons.

I had so much hope for this place but was very disappointed. Pros: it was cutely decorated and the music was great. Cons: the drinks were not made well. It tasted very water down and the bartender did not know how to make a manhattan which is a classic drink. We were asked to move 2 times when we were originally told we can sit anywhere. It just became more of a nuance and disturb our environment of trying to go out. There is only one restroom that's shared among men/women so when we were moved the second time there was a line in front of our table. Also, it became very stuffy with bad air circulation. We ended up leaving.