Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

157 restaurants available nearby

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1. Absinthe Brasserie and Bar - SF

4.8

Exceptional(7339)

Price: Expensive

• French • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 31 times today

We are currently accepting reservations for lunch, brunch, and dinner.Effective 09/26/2022:Outdoor seating will not be available.

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2. Elephant Sushi Hayes Valley

4.5

Awesome(291)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Western Addition

Booked 22 times today

Dear guests, our sincerest apologies. Due to extenuating circumstances, we are no longer serving San Francisco Restaurant Week. We look forward to participating in 2025. Thank you for joining us and we look forward to serving you! We will continue serving our fabulous regular menu tonight.Welcome to Elephant Sushi Hayes Valley. We specialize in craft sushi and friendly service. We offer traditional & modern maki, sashimi & cooked Japanese small plates in a warm and friendly environment. Try our omakase nigiri and flaming seabass. We are here to serve you and we hope you feel our care, good will and always a dedication to our craft.We are looking forward to taking care of you for your visit.

3. ¡Chao Pescao!

4.4

Awesome(618)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 5 times today

Chao Pescao is a new casual Latin Caribbean restaurant from longtime San Francisco restaurateur Rene Denis inspired by his Cuban-Colombian heritage. The name, translating roughly to “see you later alligator,” captures the friendly and fun spirit of the restaurant. Cocktails are inspired by many of the traditional drinks from Latin America, while the food pulls from the comforting Cuban and Colombian home cooking of Denis’s childhood. The menu is rounded out with other Latin American favorites with particular emphasis on dishes designed for delivery. Chao Pescao is located in the Civic Center Plaza at the heart of the city, across from City Hall.

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4. Hardwood Bar & Smokery

4.5

Awesome(93)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • SOMA

Booked 2 times today

Neighborhood Bar featuring Bay Area BBQ, Craft Beer, Cocktails & MoreCome by and enjoy great food, great drinks, and great vibes!Hardwood Bar & Smokery features Bay Area BBQ smoked over Northern California white oak and local almond wood.A labor of love which has become a staple here at Hardwood.

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5. Charmaine's Rooftop Lounge

4.5

Awesome(1358)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Downtown / Union Square

Booked 7 times today

Named "S.F's's Hottest Rooftop" by S.F. Magazine, join us 120 feet above Market Street where the energetic chic of a European terrace meets laid-back vibes of California cool. Now serving an all-day menu and new daytime cocktails featuring vibrant flavors, original combinations, and unique bitters and syrups.Credit card requiredThis restaurant requires a credit card to secure this reservation. All credit card information will be processed securely. No-shows or cancellations less than 1 day in advance may be subject to a charge of $25 per person.

6. Waterbar

4.6

Exceptional(10888)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 65 times today

Waterbar is a seafood-centric restaurant located on the waterfront with spectacular panoramic views of the bay and city skyline, exceptional design, and a menu of the freshest sustainable fish and seafood. Featuring stunning outdoor (dog-friendly) dining on the waterfront patio, a relaxed atmosphere and floor-to-ceiling circular aquariums filled with an eye-catching array of fish and marine life from the Pacific Ocean. Waterbar is not to be missed.

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7. Angler San Francisco

4.7

Exceptional(224)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 36 times today

Angler is a seafood-focused Saison Hospitality Group restaurant with one Michelin star on the Embarcadero waterfront, featuring views of our expansive wood burning hearth and the San Francisco Bay, where each dish is touched by fire and intended to be shared.Our sourcing is deliberate and our menus closely follow the seasons of Northern California. Chef de Cuisine, Joe Hou

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8. Basil Canteen @ 11th Street

4.7

Exceptional(468)

Price: Moderate

• Thai • SOMA

Booked 6 times today

Established in 2008, BASIL CANTEEN has been serving South of Market area of San Francisco (SOMA). Setting in a historical landmark building of Jackson Brewery, Come enjoy our unique dishes like steam tapioca dumplings, a mochi-like texture but surprisingly savory! Our Chiangmai curry noodle (Kai Soi) is also everyone's favorite. Try some of our signature cocktails while you are here, Basil Bliss is an excellent choice.

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9. Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco

4.1

Excellent(1981)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Nob Hill

Booked 21 times today

A visit to San Francisco is not complete without experiencing Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar. The Tonga Room offers exceptional Polynesian Cuisine in a tropical setting that includes thunder and rainstorms. It is the perfect escape after a busy day of meetings or shopping along Union Square. Be sure to try the Mai Tai, voted the City's best by Conde Nast Traveler.Dinner is seated on a first-come first-served basis for all parties under 10. Hurricane Bar guests are welcomed on a first-come first-served basis.The Island Groove performs a live set starting at 7:00 pm. A $15 per person cover charge applies to all guests seated in the restaurant or bar during the entertainment, regardless of the time they arrive.If you would like to make a reservation for 10 or more people to the Tonga Room, please give us a call at 415-772-5000 or email us at tongaroom@fairmont.com.

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10. Harborview Restaurant & Bar

4.5

Awesome(1402)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 105 times today

Located at Four Embarcadero Center, Harborview Restaurant & Bar serves quintessential Cantonese Cuisine and traditional yet innovative dim sum and banquet menus, with impeccable service in an elegant and relaxed atmosphere. With a main dining room seating more than 200, Harborview also features a full bar, patio, private dining and special event space. Harborview is a combination of traditional Cantonese classics and our own original recipes, using the finest ingredients. We look forward to serving you soon!Harborview Restaurant Team

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MicheleT
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our party of six had a delightful time. Our waiter was friendly, attentive and helpful. The food service was prompt, and the food excellent. I had the poached pear salad and carpaccio. Another couple had the same, while two others had the burgers . . . all to very positive comments.
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Absinthe Brasserie and Bar - SFPrice: Expensive• French• Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
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4.8
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Jordanvip
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Delicious rolls. We ordered successively, not all at once. Our waitperson was very accommodating. The Shitake Manhattans were fantastic. Thank you for a most enjoyable meal.
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Elephant Sushi Hayes ValleyPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Western Addition
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4.5
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Jim
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The staff surprised my girlfriend and me with their professionalism, attentiveness and care, and the food was creative and delicious! We stayed for three hours and tried the Prix Fix Menu, and it exceeded our expectations on all levels. If you want a truly delightful evening, you have to try !Chao Pescao!
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¡Chao Pescao!Price: Moderate• Latin American• Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
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4.4
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David
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 13, 2024
Incredible service and views, beyond our expectations
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Charmaine's Rooftop LoungePrice: Expensive• Californian• Downtown / Union Square
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4.5
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Kristy
San Francisco Bay Area •21 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 13, 2024
Good BBQ, sides could use a little help. Nice place for a drink or bite to eat. Casual and comfortable.
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Hardwood Bar & SmokeryPrice: Moderate• Barbecue• SOMA
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4.5

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1. Absinthe Brasserie and Bar - SF

2. Elephant Sushi Hayes Valley

3. ¡Chao Pescao!

4. Hardwood Bar & Smokery

5. Charmaine's Rooftop Lounge

6. Waterbar

7. Angler San Francisco

8. Basil Canteen @ 11th Street

9. Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco

10. Harborview Restaurant & Bar

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