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4.6
Exceptional(101)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Tenderloin
Booked 26 times today
Absolutely fabulous! We felt transported straight back to the 1920s. The atmosphere was incredible, full of charm and character. Our server was so friendly and charismatic, and their knowledge of the menu and recommendations made the experience even better. We had such a wonderful time and can’t wait to come back. A true gem for a memorable night out!
A photo of Forbidden Island Tiki Lounge restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(526)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Alameda
Booked 12 times today
Not our first time, and won’t be our last. ;) Truly enjoyable! We really like all the folks who work there. We went for Halloween in costume. T’was really fun!
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4.6
Exceptional(497)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 44 times today
Just a delight from start to finish: imaginative but blessedly NOT freaky drinks, delicious nibbles, charming and efficient service. A new go-to for us when we have visitors-- and when we don't.
A photo of Sobre Mesa restaurant
4.2
Awesome(188)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Oakland
Booked 5 times today
I had one of the best meals I've ever eaten. I ordered the whole fish, and was blown away by it. I love the attention to details in the decor year round, but really soaked in the Halloween vibes! I also had one of the most imaginitive martinis ever, with flavor combinations I've never dreamt of. My server was the best as well: I have celiac disease, and even though the menu doesn't mention gluten free options, she and the chef worked together on the spot to provide me with a completely safe meal. They both understood what celiac is, and went out of their way to accommodate. Sobre Mesa is my new favorite restaurant. It is THAT good. Food, service, ambience, and customer care are all top notch.
A photo of Equal Parts SF restaurant
4.4
Awesome(230)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • North Beach
Booked 45 times today
Amazing experience! Great ambiance and really good food. Great night out!
A photo of COQUETA - San Francisco restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3654)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Financial District / Embarcadero
Booked 44 times today
Always a delight to go there. The service is A1. The food is excellent.
A photo of The Star on Park restaurant
4.3
Awesome(371)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Alameda
Booked 5 times today
Pizza was delicious. Deep Dish and Detroit Style both amazing.
A photo of Mr. Tipple’s Jazz Club restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1177)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
Booked 23 times today
Amazing room for listening to music, cool vibe, great decor and dim sum, wonderful staff!
A photo of Dirty Habit restaurant
4.4
Awesome(855)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 4 times today
The wait staff was very accommodating and friendly
A photo of Charmaine’s at San Francisco Proper restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1519)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Downtown / Union Square
Booked 19 times today
I will definitely be coming back! Love the ambience and the decoration, my favorite part was the terrace and especially the drinks. I highly recommend the mezcal cocktail.

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  • Lisa
    San Francisco Bay Area •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 31, 2026
    Not our first time, and won’t be our last. ;) Truly enjoyable! We really like all the folks who work there. We went for Halloween in costume. T’was really fun!
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    Forbidden Island Tiki Lounge$$$$• Cocktail Bar• Alameda
    •
    4.7
  • trina
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 31, 2026
    I had one of the best meals I've ever eaten. I ordered the whole fish, and was blown away by it. I love the attention to details in the decor year round, but really soaked in the Halloween vibes! I also had one of the most imaginitive martinis ever, with flavor combinations I've never dreamt of. My server was the best as well: I have celiac disease, and even though the menu doesn't mention gluten free options, she and the chef worked together on the spot to provide me with a completely safe meal. They both understood what celiac is, and went out of their way to accommodate. Sobre Mesa is my new favorite restaurant. It is THAT good. Food, service, ambience, and customer care are all top notch.
    More info
    Sobre Mesa$$$$• Cocktail Bar• Oakland
    •
    4.2
  • JameeGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •39 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 27, 2026
    I love that on a Monday night, you can find a great place to eat and have amazing cocktails on a Monday night! Low Bar was open until 11:30pm - not that we stayed out that late, but it was cool to know we can hang in Oakland that isn't a dive bar. (Note to self: You do not need reservations on a Monday night.) Service was excellent! Coincidentally, Monday night is $2 Oyster Night!! I was able to enjoy 6 sweet oysters on a half shell. So good! Fresh!! For drinks, I had the Pineapple Express. It was not too sweet and packs a punch! Loved that tajin rim! We also ordered: Elote Fries - Yum!! Watch out for those peppers! Heirloom Tomato Tostada - Omgeee! Our favorite dish on the menu. It was fresh and so delicious! I would order this again and not share. Lol. Salt & Pepper Chicken Wings - These were pretty good. For dessert, I ordered another Pineapple Express. Cheers!
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    Low Bar$$$$• Mexican• Oakland
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    4
  • Margy
    San Francisco Bay Area •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 19, 2026
    Great food, exceptionally courteous welcoming service, very cool bar scene with full menu. Very imaginative drinks with exotic ingredients. This is a bar above bars< very finely curated beverages alcoholic and non alcoholic. Lively and enjoyable!
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    Viridian$$$$• Contemporary American• Oakland
    •
    4.7
  • John
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 9, 2026
    Pizza was delicious. Deep Dish and Detroit Style both amazing.
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    The Star on Park$$$$• Pizzeria• Alameda
    •
    4.3
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