Phonobar

I wouldn't have ordered the clam chowder if left to my own devices, but I'm so glad it happened. It was rich without being overly heavy and chock-full of diced veggies and tender mushrooms. The wedge salad was a nice, cold, crispy-fresh offset to the hot chowder; I'd be happy with these two as my complete meal. The potatoes gratin with crispy mushrooms was also really good, the potatoes managed to be cheesy and creamy without a distracting fake dairy flavor.

Bar is a vibe…well, it used to be. The new management has killed the energy and soul of the restaurant + bar. They turn patrons away while empty tables are numerous and available. Good cocktails of course but the crowd is a downer and the vibe has taken a serious plunge. Avoid at all costs

Strange experience overall, the food & drinks were not good enough to excuse the weird attitude of the server. We needed an extra chair for our group. We asked a nice table nearby for their unused chair, and when my friend sat down the server came in and said “you can’t just take that without asking!” And basically grabbed the chair from under him. Ok, but we DID ask, and other tables had obviously done the same thing so im not sure why we’re the only ones they enforced that rule on. FWIW, our group was the only non-white table in that room, we were sober & weren’t being loud. Other reviewers have reported biased treatment, idk if that happened here too. I could tell the server after that was actually trying to be nicer, but was still being short with us most of the time. The food was pretty solid for veg, but the drinks were just ok. Now here’s where I messed up - I’m new to bar culture and i brought in an outside (alcoholic) drink. I had no idea that was against the rules, so that was actually my bad. The server saw it, confiscated it, and then cut us off in a really belittling way. We understood we disrespected them by doing this so we didn’t fight it. But while I was signing the check he was hovering around us and staring, kinda like he was making sure I was still gonna tip. It was overall very uncomfortable. The reason I’m leaving this review is when we got up to leave, I went to him to say sorry and he straight-up mocked it back to me. Super weird when I feel like we didn’t do enough to warrant that response and had been compliant with them all night. The vibes are off & there are better vegetarian spots. And I’ll make sure to never bring outside drinks to a bar, haha.

Epic Vegan Bar program! Vegan food is really great too. There is new bartender owners that are SO cool. Can’t wait to be back and try that Non Alcoholic red wine on the menu!

As a non vegan I’m so impressed at how delicious the food is! The clam chowder is to die for - so creamy and filling. The chicken wings are perfectly crisp and spiced. The tacos and enchiladas also hit the spot. I wasn’t missing meat or cheese at all. The cocktails are creative and tasty too. Sam is the best! He is attentive and charismatic. It’s my new favorite happy hour spot.

there is one waiter in specific with curly hair that is kinda rude, he got upset when I told him the table was dirty. The other waiter with glasses and beard took our order and he was excellent. Update: the curly hair cut turned to be very nice.

A great stop after a show at the bill Graham. Civic. I've only had drinks here but they are always very nice and on top of everything. Lively atmosphere

This place should be called Phony bar. I came here in 2019 with friends and after we waited a long time to get a seat in the freezing cold they sat us in the backroom only to kick us out shortly after our food arrived claiming there was a reservation there. We were all really disappointed and I never came back. I decided to give them another try years later because I do love the people and the food from Om Sabor who use the kitchen here. I figured maybe that was a one time thing. Came in this Wednesday with a friend and after ordering our food and drinks the waiter asked if he could have a credit card on file. We were sitting at the table to eat and not just ordering drinks at the bar, so we thought that was odd, I've never seen a place do that. Food from Om Sabor was amazing as always but when it was time to pay the guy just came with the machine and asked if he could use the card on file. We said yes but we wanted to split the bill and needed the receipt. After my friend had already paid the guy brought us the receipt and it was not what we ordered at all. We complained and then he found our bill that was $50 cheaper than what he made my friend pay without seeing. He said "Sorry I'm new here". I don't think so. Never coming back again. Awful place.

Great spot, especially before a show at Bill Graham! I visited for the second time a couple weeks ago before a show. I love their menu, especially with everything being vegan/vegetarian. I highly recommend their hibiscus tacos. Other than hibiscus tea, I've never otherwise been exposed to hibiscus as a food. These were fantastic. It had a great texture and was super flavorful. Their fries were also great! My next recommendation would also be the flautas! Nice crispy outside with the soy chorizo on the inside. As for drinks, I cannot remember what I grabbed but both were delicious. For what it is, I think the prices are very reasonable, especially being vegan/vegetarian in the city. I'll definitely be coming back before a show at Bill Graham!

Love this bar! SF classic and perfect as a pit stop before or after dinner. Close to so many other spots in Hayes valley. Their menu is vegetarian and super recommend their fries and truffle Mac and cheese. Delicious! Service has been slow a few times I've eaten here, but getting just drinks is fast!

I had an amazing time at phonobar! We came on a Thursday at 8 PM to celebrate my birthday with a few friends. I was pleasantly surprised that it was nearly empty, and the servers were extremely attentive! The drinks were fantastic and came out swiftly. I'd recommend the summer summer summertime. The food was also delicious and 100% VEGAN!!! I sampled the truffle mac & cheese, the calamari, and the teriyaki. All of them were delicious, and could fool even the most carnivorous person. The lavender Bundt cake was the best way to end the night. The DJ set didn't start until around 10, after which it became a lot harder to talk over the music. I'd like to come back and experience the audiophile aspect of the bar!

I love this place, the bar smells so good (idk why, is it the place or the people there?) and their music was so good.

Stopped by for a drink before going to dinner and the outside definitely doesn't match the inside. The place is very cute with a nice long bar on the left and high to tables on the right. Since we were only doing drinks we sat at the bar and ordered a couple drinks. The very nice bartender answered our questions about the menu and promptly served us our drinks. The staff even grabbed us an extra chair for our large party. 4/5 Hotter than hell - advertised as spicy and it definitely was. Spicer than the spicy margaritas that I've had, but it was a good spicy. 3/5 Plastic hearts - not my favorite, I think it's because of the smoky taste of mezcal Will come back again and try the HH!

THE VIBES HERE! It's dark and moody... and the back area has the coolest lights, and there's a DJ playing funky beats. The service was fantastic because they made me an espresso martini even though they didn't have it on the menu. I really liked their bitter sweet symphony drink! Sweet and tasty.

Our group of 3 stopped by here before meeting up with some friends for @ffdistantworlds. Cute walking spot from the venue with parklets on the side and a back area. This place does get packed so get here early! We sat ourselves and we were given menus where we got a few drinks! The drinks were good and next time when we have more time, will definitely try the food out!

This place was somewhere I really wanted to enjoy. Heard good things and wanted to give it a try. Let me preface that this is 100% indicative of the horrible waitress service we received. The bussers and other staff were great. The food (as a carnivore) was actually not bad with it being vegan. Our server must've had a bad day, because we really got off on the wrong foot from the start. She had a really bad attitude when we would ask questions regarding the happy hour menu. She seemed to get really triggered when I asked what would qualify as a "classic cocktail". For context those were the only ones that received the happy hour pricing, which is totally fine. But she literally rolled her eyes at me and was short when I asked (out of curiosity) what would qualify and IF there was a list and I was told "there's too many to list" with a high level of sass and attitude. That was how our service began. Whenever we asked to order more, she seemed like she really didn't want to be bothered. Happy hour starts at 5, I'm sorry to the server who may have had a bad day but there was no need to be rude. Then when we got the bill, we noticed we were charged for things that we didn't realize were up-charges, such as simple things like aioli for the fries, avocado for the Korean style tacos, changing a margarita to a mezcal margarita. It really hurts the customer experience when there's no transparency on what is or isn't part of a happy hour menu or may or may not be an up-charge. Not mentioned on the menu (not her fault). But not letting that be known to the customer? Not great. What made matters even more interesting, she had a very apparent rise in energy and cheerful vibe about her when it came time to us having to pay and leave. I truly have no clue what we could've possibly be done to receive such service or what happened prior to her shift. Either fake it til you make it or call out. I know it can be tough to do customer service, done it all my career, but man...very disappointing. All in all, if you're a vegan, the food isn't bad. The happy hour only includes classic cocktails, and I hope you get better customer service than we received. The food/drinks can be what gets a customer in a door, but the service is what makes someone want to come back or not.

This place is kind of painfully cool, but enjoyable. It's got a very slick, dark interior. We got there at 7 on a Friday night and we found a table in the back. The seating is open and the servers come to you. I'm an omnivore, but was impressed by the big vegan menu. The (soy) Carne Asada Nachos are loaded and delicious. The Parmesan Herbed Fries (coconut cheese what?) were pretty standard, but the aioli side did a lot of work. The soy chicken Enchiladas Rojas are served on a bed of Mexican rice in a sizzling platter; the portion is a little small, but it was yummy. Overall the food is solid. We got a carafe of Forget Me Nots and it was a GREAT choice for the three of us. It was about 5-6 glasses of goodness. It's like a riff on a margarita, but with a spicy Tanteo Chipotle Tequila and pomegranate. The other cocktails look promising!

In my first visit I assumed I had arrived at Teakwood, which is across the street, but realized pretty quick this wasn't a Burmese restaurant. What was appealing about Phonobar is its not a big place and the layout is a low ceiling with windows that run along the length of the place with high top tables that that allows for people watching both walking along the street and at the bar. The bar area and liquor display is nicely diplayed and emotes a great juxtaposition between the bar and the seating area. What makes Phonobar so great, imho, is that its a vegetarian bar / restaurant. I found their whole menu very inviting and all the vegearian dishes I tried were 5 stars. The HIBISCUS FLOWER TACOS was so good and filling! The caramelized onions were so tasty. The Slider A La Mexiacana is a must! You couldn't tell it was a vegetarian sandwhich. I would also recommend their version of the Carne Asada tacos tasted just like the beef version. There are so many other tasty options on the menu, I look forward to coming here again for either food and/or drinks.

Decent prices, fun music. The back area has a dance floor which can get loud but it's nice

SF really needs more places like Phonobar. The combination of quality drinks and incredible vegan food basically is non-existent here. Phonobar is a relatively small space, but extremely easy to get to walking, biking, or by transit. The bar staff and restaurant staff (a la Om Sabor) are equally friendly and helpful. Whether you are a beer or cocktail person they have you covered. My partner and I are mostly divided between the two camps, but coming here means we both enjoy a very tasty bev. As for the food, I have previously reviewed Om Sabor on their separate yelp page so I won't get too deep in the details. Their menu changes regularly but is heavily latin-influenced with a little bit of soul food thrown in for good measure. I haven't had a single thing I didn't love. FYI they don't take reservations, and can it get pretty lively on weekends, but people move in and out fairly quickly so you shouldn't have to wait too long.

Strange experience overall, the food & drinks were not good enough to excuse the weird attitude of the server. We needed an extra chair for our group. We asked a nice table nearby for their unused chair, and when my friend sat down the server came in and said "you can't just take that without asking!" And basically grabbed the chair from under him. Ok, but we DID ask, and other tables had obviously done the same thing so im not sure why we're the only ones they enforced that rule on. FWIW, our group was the only non-white table in that room, we were sober & weren't being loud. Other reviewers have reported biased treatment, idk if that happened here too. I could tell the server after that was actually trying to be nicer, but was still being short with us most of the time. The food was pretty solid for veg, but the drinks were just ok. Now here's where I messed up - I'm new to bar culture and i brought in an outside (alcoholic) drink. I had no idea that was against the rules, so that was actually my bad. The server saw it, confiscated it, and then cut us off in a really belittling way. We understood we disrespected them by doing this so we didn't fight it. While I was signing the check he was hovering around us and staring, kinda like he was making sure I was still gonna tip. It was overall very uncomfortable. The reason I'm leaving this review is when we got up to leave, I went to him to say sorry and he straight-up mocked it back to me. Super weird when I feel like we didn't do enough to warrant that response and had been compliant with them all night. Don't go here, the vibes are off & there are better vegetarian spots. And I'll make sure to never bring outside drinks to a bar, haha.

I wouldn't have ordered the clam chowder if left to my own devices, but I'm so glad it happened. It was rich without being overly heavy and chock-full of diced veggies and tender mushrooms.

Vegan latin restaurant and bar. We needed a stop to eat and pace ourselves while bar hopping downtown and we decided on this one to eat at. I was surprised we didn't need a reservation on a Saturday night. Walk-ins were welcomed and immediately seated. Staff was busy so service was slow, food was good, and drinks were creative. I loved the Chikn' Paella Valenciana! Especially the rice and vegetable medley. The Clam Chowder and Furikake Crab Cakes were okay. Fries were good.

First time here! After enjoying the Harry Potter Symphony, we were hungry and stopped at this spot. We realized after we had sat down that it was a vegan restaurant so we decided to give it a try. I'm not opposed to different foods. I was pleasantly surprised. I tried the corn kale salad, the truffle Mac n cheese and the slider a la mexicana. I drank the passion fruit lemonade and it was so perfect! Last but not least, I had to try dessert, I tried the peaches and cream pastelito. The best! It was flakey, sweet, and creamy. It was served with a side of vanilla ice cream. I would eat it again. I recommend it, highly. It is a bit expensive because of all the taxes and fees (SF) but it was well worth it. The service was great, everyone was nice and the ambiance is casual, hey I was wearing a cape of all things..

We stopped by this bar because there was room for our big group. The server at the front wasn't super friendly but it's understandable to be stressful with seating that many people at once. We hovered around the standing tables that we were told not to move closer to each other and weren't offered any extra chairs. Honestly it didn't feel like they wanted us there. We got our drink orders in and stayed until they turned the lights on and told us we had 10 minutes. Maybe I haven't been to a bar in SF in awhile but it was an interesting experience. They have several non alcoholic options which I appreciated. The virgin mocktail was very nice.

I wish I had listened to the other Yelp reviews complaining of terrible service. However, I was in the area for a performance and was dining with a friend who eats vegan, so I gave it a try--this was a huge mistake. Let's get this out of the way: The food is fine, even very good. But it does not make up for the horrible service, which is the worst I have experienced anywhere. It was a busy night, so we were initially sat at a ledge near the door. This was okay, though chilly and people kept mistaking us for hosts. We also had to flag someone down to order. When a table opened up, we asked if we could move and the servers helped us. I had to ask for a spoon for my soup, but that was fine. This is--really, truly--all no big deal and I wouldn't mention it all, except it's relevant to the rest of this saga. Now at the new table, our service basically slides to a halt. We had to ask three times for the rest of our items to arrive. The first time we had to ask was understandable--we'd moved tables and it was a busy night. The server asked what we'd ordered and we told her. Then we had to ask again--and, again, she asked what we'd ordered. The third time we checked in with the server, we almost canceled the order, but she assured us the food was coming out shortly. By the time the last of our items hit the table, we were way behind schedule and asked for the check. The server presented us with the bill, which my friend quickly glanced at, paid, and signed. We finished our food and left in a rush to make our event. We were a block down the road when someone runs up behind us. It was the host, who waved his iPad in our faces and said, "Hi, yeah, you didn't pay your bill." My friend and I assumed this was a misunderstanding and told him that we had, indeed, paid. "No, you didn't," he said angrily, again gesturing at the iPad. At this point, other pedestrians are staring. He's making a scene. We keep telling him that this is a mistake because we paid--he keeps saying "no" and rolling his eyes, getting more and more indignant. We explained to him again that we had paid the server when our food hit the table. "Which server did you pay?" His tone was FULL of accusation. We described the server to him. He demanded that we go back to the restaurant to sort this out. At this point, my friend and I are beyond frustrated. The performance's doors close at 7:30 and we aren't sure if we'll make it now. On our way back, my friend explained this and said that, honestly, we hadn't been happy with the service the whole evening. Instead of asking us why, he said aggressively, "I know you weren't happy with your first table, but it was a busy night." The initial table wasn't the problem, and it was so weird for him to assume that. We said that the table was fine, but that the food took a very long time, we'd had to ask for our items multiple times, and that now we were being chased down for a bill we'd already paid. Back at the restaurant, I encouraged my friend to pull up her bank statement. There was a charge from the restaurant. This was for the bill we'd paid, which was about $20 less than the bill he claimed we skipped out on. Clearly, his server had made a mistake with the transaction. My friend showed him this charge. Instead of taking the amount off our tab, he told her that he would charge her for the second bill and then cancel that first charge. We got no apology, despite this being THEIR mistake--though he did say, "Hey, if you want to come back after the show, you can each have a drink on me." Uhhh, there is no way I'm going to come back after that! Also why not offer to take some drinks off of the tab he insisted on us paying? Or why not just let the $20 difference between bills go and admit a mistake? We should have asked him to deduct the original payment from our tab--because, reader, are you surprised to learn that, a week later, both charges remain on my friend's card? If I could give negative stars, I would. Do yourself a favor: Trust the reviews and don't eat here.

Food was very tasty and came out quickly. Our hostess was very nice. We were three and we all shared the dishes we selected. Will try to go back soon.

Stumbled across this bar after dinner. It's very upscale divey. There's very limited seating or standing room. If you're lucky enough to get a spot, you might have to clear the table. Cocktails were good!

I've been to this hidden gem a few times in short succession, which tells you something, right? It's cozy little bar that's got a chill and moody vibe. Super comfy inside - dimly lit, with a come-hither lounge area in the back that seems ready for a DJ after everyone's done with dessert. But let me tell you, the real star here? Their killer vegan bar food. Think hibiscus tacos, vegan mac and cheese croquettes (my fave!), and heartier stuff like soyrizo enchiladas and faux chicken paella with a hint of saffron. And oh, the sliderssss. Generously portioned with a pretzel bun and all the typical burger fixings (but vegan, obvs). Plus, their cocktails are creative and will make you want to snap a photo. It's the perfect place for a fun kick-off with a few friends or maybe a different kind of date night.

The drinks are good, but my review is simply because there was a waitress there who was unnecessarily rude to my group and I. We were really only there for like 30 minutes to have a drink after dinner and when I asked to close out, she gave us attitude. Kinda ruined the experience. I ended up giving a cash tip to the bartender who poured my drink directly because it was a good drink, but I didn't feel comfortable giving her a cut of that because the only 10 minutes I spent interacting with her left me feeling uncomfortable.

Had a lovely solo night at phono bar Sat night. Dropped by for one on my way home from the Makeout room. Stayed for several. Friendly crowd, just the right amount of people to make it social and possible to chat to strangers. Lots of interesting people and the DJ was spinning some lovely old school eclectic tracks that kept me close to the dance floor. Is that your resident DJ or a monthly night? It was very good.

Awesome ambiance, great music, comfortable seating! The food was okay but we only tried their fries. The drinks were okay as well. Music was definitely the highlight! The owner was in the house DJing some sweet dance tracks. Will def be back!

Loved the vibe here. Super moody and the drinks were delicious. I had a couple mocktails. I'm curious about the food and will have to try it next time I go.

A great spot. I ducked in for a few drinks ahead of a dinner with friends down the street. It was a cozy spot to have some reprieve. Kai was a great bartender and sociable. There was a unique vegan menu for happy hour food that I would have tried if I wasn't already heading to a vegan spot for dinner.

The bar is called Phonobar and the food served is through a vegan pop-up called Om Sabor. Phonobar is an audiophile cocktail lounge and mini venue that hosts a variety of music and musical talents within its doors. Om Sabor is created by two Mexican vegan chefs and couple, Dhanistha Rivera and Luis Alfredo Flores. Om Sabor is transcendental Mexican flavors with fusion of other familiar favorites including American, Indian, and more. The location is right on Hayes Valley, a central area for artistic and musical flair in San Francisco. Inside feels upbeat and electric with a welcoming atmosphere filled with friendly staff. It has a lively and hip ambiance. There is a dark room indoors in the back with music or live performances. Inside has large windows that can be opened for fresh air and it brings in bright, natural light without the sun interfering. There is single seating available in a row at the bar area. There is a patio area outside for larger gatherings. Phonobar x Om Sabor is a great place to bring family, friends, and coworkers to casually hangout and is great for large groups. This is my favorite place in the city to eat vegan good and hangout with a group of friends. My favorite things here are the carne asada tacos and mac n cheese croquettes. The tacos taste smokey and I like the spicy red sauce that comes with it. The mac n cheese croquettes are to die for and they are so cheesy and crispy with every bite. I also recommend trying the chikn' paella valenciana, which tastes savory and flavorful. I love the dia de los muertos punch mocktail and it was hibiscus tea fruity and cinnamon sweet. I find myself coming here l often and I hope to enjoy more gatherings at Phonobar x Om Sabor.

Shared some apps and drinks before heading to dinner around the corner. Adorable spot with unique options and great mocktail choices! Will definitely be back! Very friendly staff.

Hours sorely not updated on all major online spots so can't even go. Says they are open till 2am on Yelp tonite, till midnight on others, but they closed at 11 so ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

One of my favorite bars lately! It has such a cozy ambiance that's perfect for a night out. There are a lot of vegetarian options in the menu but I believe they won't be available after 10pm. The cocktails we got were excellent for the price, the and bartenders were super nice - 10/10 would visit again! I would recommend making reservations if possible, it can be really crowded on the weekend. We went on a late Friday night and waited in line for 20 minutes.

The drinks and food were decent, I had no complaints with the taste itself. They had great bar service and I was able to get my drinks pretty quickly after ordering. The indoor space is very nice - there is the main bar area which is a little cramped but general all has good seating, but the internal area has a nice stage area for musical performances. The food service was okay, they forgot who ordered what even when only 1 or 2 people would order. I would describe the service as enough to satisfy a customer. When it comes to pure bar service, it's solid, but when it comes to general restaurant service I would recommend trying other places. However, I would emphasize that the food and drinks are pretty good. If the bar improves the food service such that it's as good as the bar then I will definitely increase my rating!

Mean, disrespectful and rude. Did not check up on our group, raised our hand asking to order and was confronted by a snarky "why did you raise your hand". Come here if you want expensive drinks and jerks.

Food and drinks were just okay; I only really liked the dessert. Should've been a 3 star review but the manager is oddly defensive and tried to gaslight me after my waitress asked me if there was a problem with the service when she saw I only selected a 15% tip. There was a problem, but not a major one. It was just a little hard to get a hold of anyone. I wasn't upset about it until she and the manager got so oddly defensive and confrontational about it. Will never come back. In hindsight, I really shouldn't have been surprised by the manager's behavior and I should've actually expected it because during my meal he loudly swore at a customer whom he told to leave. It was surprising but at the time I assumed he was just speaking to an unusually rude customer, but perhaps that exchange was more indicative of the manager's behavior rather than the customer's.

Great drinks, great vegan food, and great music - this little spot surely packs a punch! This bar mixes some great cocktails and provides a cozy but hip setting with upbeat electronic music, so it's a get place to come on a date or small group of friends. I come here approximately once every season, so it's nice to try their seasonal cocktails. Depending on what DJs they get, there can potentially be a cover to pay at the door on a weekend night, so be aware of that. Rates can typically be $10-20 which seems like a lot of the size of the place, but also makes sense for crowd control. I'm not sure what this place was before, or if there was even a before for Phonobar, they had the pop-up Om Sabor serving vegan food, but it was a worthwhile addition! The cuisine leans Mexican-style but they also serve some other staples like Caesar salad and a cheese plate for sharing. Everything is labeled on their menu for those with additional dietary restrictions. If you're coming for Mexican, I recommend checking them out on Taco Tuesday for a 3 taco deal!

Should have read the reviews before coming here... my mistake. Everything the reviews say about unhelpful, rude, and passive aggressive staff is true. I saw them berating a girl in the bar for asking for the DJ to play a song. The staff followed her around, glaring at her and mocking her repeatedly. So many other bars in SF with good drinks and fun time. Steer clear of this place.

It's a solid semi-fancy bar. And I say semi-fancy because while the prices are not low, it's not like some buttoned-up place on a friday night. There's still a DJ and a small dance floor and the place gets pretty packed. A large part of the southern wall of this place is just windows which gives it an airier feel than the shotgun type layout normally would.

My neighbor and I went there after Shen Yun performance over the weekend. It was not an outdoor bar, but I felt comfortable as it was not too crowded. Every table had a sanitizer. The bartender was knowledgeable on the cocktails. My neighbor is particular for her martini, and she asked all the right questions before making a drink. I had a ginger ale rosemary mocktail that was refreshing. Truffle fries was good but I did not taste much of the truffle oil. The crab cake was good. Overall it was a good place to hangout after a show. It is convenient located not far from the theater. Good selection of cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.

Incredible food, ambiance, and service. I'm not vegan but I would eat here everyday and never miss meat or cheese. So delicious! The clam chowder is incredible. Also had the tostones, the civiche, and the scalloped potatoes. All phenomenal! Highly recommend.

Such a cute little place! Tucked away on the edge of Hayes Valley, I've passed it here and there and finally was able to try the place. On a Thursday evening, there were a good amount of seats open and it steadily filled. Good amount of drink choices and some food! There is a little area in the back too. Come here for good chill vibes :))

Hey I just wanted to share my experience yesterday at your bar. I went with my friend which is Argentinian and we had a bad experience since the beginning. The guy that was at the door checking IDs was completely rude, not only with us, It was with everybody. He was doing xenophobic comments on every single person that was showing the ID depending on their origin. The girls in front of us where Philippians and he was saying rude things about their names. Then it was our turn and when we asked my friend where is he from and realizing he was Argentinian he replied "fuck you, Argentinians are nazis" We didn't know what to do about it but we definitely felt uncomfortable and I don't think is fair to have that type of racist and xenophobic comments. Letting you know because we were not the only ones harassed by this guy.

Come here for the vibes! Bar leads to a more private room in the back where a dj preforms and there are tables. Perfect date spot. It's a little loud and warm though. The food is all vegan which is cool, even though the nachos weren't my favorite.

This place is such a vibe! We dropped by here to try the vegan options by Om Sabor and was thoroughly impressed. Also their cocktails are delicious!!! My favorite drink is The Last Word which has a gin base. Their menu changes but the last time I was there everything I tried was great, I think my favorite was the scalloped potatoes gratin where they used this vegan cheese that taste just as good as cow cheese if not even better!!! Great place to go out looking cute for a date or to meet up with friends.

Phonobar is a delightful little place next to the Opera district in Hayes Valley. I was the designated driver, and fortunately they had a selection of mocktails. I chose the "Dia de Los Muertos Punch. Its a sweet drink with lots of fresh cinnamon. I would order it again. Note. I wasn't able to give 5-stars because this place is LOUD. The rooms are small and the crowds pile in, even on weeknights. So this is not the place for a first date or romantic evening. This is where you go to drink. I'd describe the decor as trendy. They do have some music playing sometimes. And even a very intimate dance floor.

The ambience here is excellent; the back room has really romantic lighting and plenty of space but the main bar area is much more relaxed and casual. The bartender is incredibly friendly and quick, even with large orders of cocktails. I really appreciate their commitment to having quality affordable mocktails as well. The food pop up here Om Sabor is one of the best vegan destinations in the bay but the bar itself is notable enough to warrant its own positive review.

The 4 stars are for the fun tiny bar, cocktails and small dance floor combo. A friendly, tiny dance spot (weekend late night) slash neighborhood bar in Hayes Valley with very friendly waitstaff and without out any cover. Catch up with friends, have an adult beverage, bump elbows in this tiny spot (please try to stay healthy!) and get your grove on. We didn't try the food. Their menu consists of vegan bar food (vegan wings,etc.)

This upscale place nestled in the heart of SF is the very epitome of the epicurious meets the adventurous- their menu is a tasty blend of traditional and modern flavors served with zesty flare. Each staff member was delightfully proud to present and part of a team, from the server to the busboy to the bar back - everyone made eye contact in an engaging and unassuming way. I was thrilled that they had mocktails on the menu, and I ordered several, and they were delivered in fine style. I could relax and enjoy myself and NOT drink, which was a welcome change from other establishments. I have spent years imbibing those alcohol in beverage's and in that capacity their bar excels. They put so much care and craft into their drinks. On the food tip, whoever the chef is is pretty awesome, I snuck a peek at other's plates and even though I had just eaten, I got hungry all over again! The searing on the food, and the presentation looked perfect. I must say however, what brings me here is the music. Excellent music equipment is installed in the back room, and that is what makes this place SO special, it's is an audiophile's delight! I have quite sensitive hearing and this place caters to my ear's sense of spacial relationships in soundscapes - and I can laugh, chat, and dance, all within the same space time continuum as my good friends. All in all a wonderful place to eat and drink.

Good drinks, good vibes, good service. The location is in the heart of Hayes Valley so it is very stunning and walkable. We came during happy hour and didn't want to leave. I haven't tried the food so I will come back for that.

Ok so a few things here: my first time here I just had drinks and had a waitress and service was fine. This place has some pretty awesome vibes too, or did at least. But this time, the second time, was an absolute travesty. Continue reading on for why this was a terrible experience..... so my partner and I sat at the bar. Now, the Guatemalan gentleman (I know that bc I heard him say he was from there) took what seemed like 15mins to even assist us; no one else tried to either except the GM Sam gave us waters (more about how I know who that is in a moment). When the gentleman eventually asked what we wanted, our drinks came out quick and were good. However the real issue came when my partner asked for the Clam Chowder. Now, we didn't bother reading the ingredients bc it's clam chowder, you think its all similar across the board. However when she received it, there were mushrooms in it and she's allergic to them. I kept asking him what mushrooms are these and he kept repeating they're in the soup (I think there was a language barrier playing into the not fully understanding my ask). So we let it sit and then a couple minutes later he comes back and we asked if we could swap it for fish and chips, and we took time to read the ingredients. He, with an irritated attitude, said he would just take it off and then "talked down" to my partner like she was dumb, saying "you know there's no fish in this right? No fish." We were fine with it until he spoke to her like that, she immediately responded with her not liking his new attitude towards us and asked for the check. Once received, we paid and left and had the door guy get the GM (Sam!). After speaking with him, he apologized profusely and said the next time we come back (if we return) the experience is on him/them. Sam is great but that other gentleman bartending needs to find a new line of work if he's unable to maintain a friendly attitude toward patrons. Ridiculous we went through this & this whole experience is why the 2-stars.... If Sam wouldn't have addressed our concerns this would have been a 0 star experience.

Good cocktails with fun decor. There is outside seating, by the bar section seating, and a back room area. On a Sunday afternoon, the back room was completely empty with dim lights and comfy couches/seats with funky music playing into your senses. Drinks are about 13 dollars each, honestly not too bad for a SF bar. Bonus points: bathrooms are fairly clean, music wasn't too loud where your convos are screaming match, and they serve you water throughout.