DK Travel : San Francisco : Bars & Nightclubs

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Chardonnay

Of the whites, this is the most popular, fermented in French oak barrels, lending it smooth vanilla tones. Try Sterling Vineyards (see Sterling Vineyard).
Cocktails

Mojitos – white rum, ice and fresh mint – are an old standby still going strong.
Coffee

Many more ways to drink your coffee than there are in all of Europe – latte is still the blend of choice.
Destino

Traditional Spanish and South American music and dancing, with all the spirit that goes with it. Great drinks and Latino food, too.
Destino

Relax and experience the passion of flamenco and the intensity of tango every evening. Close to being under a freeway overpass, it nevertheless exudes a special energy. South American food, too.
Detour

Mostly under-40s here, but nobody’s shy about striking up a cruisy conversation or cozy tryst at this long-standing and very popular gay men’s spot. The music is techno, and the go-go guys look goo-goo-eyed with the ennui of it all, but it has got the city’s longest Happy Hour (from 2pm to 8pm) and the drinks are cheap anyway.
DNA Lounge

The recent return of this clubbers’ favorite brings with it a juiced-up sound system, five bar areas, and a bigger dance floor. Webcasts of live concerts and DJ events, too.
Eagle Tavern

Bikers and leather boys still rule at this venerable SoMa dive. Come to revel in the beer-busting, testosterone-filled atmosphere. The back patio gets going on Sunday afternoons and Thursdays feature free performances by local bands, usually grunge.
Edinburgh Castle Pub

A hugely happening place incorporating live indie music, a fish ’n’ chips delivery service, as well as darts, pool, and general carousing in the Scottish manner.
El Rio

Different dance events every night of the week draw a diverse crowd ready to work their thing – Friday World Beat and Sunday Salsa Showcase are huge.