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Lounge - Starlite, San Francisco, CA

Starlite

4.4
4.4
211 Reviews
$31 to $50
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
Starlite is a historic San Francisco cocktail bar with nearly a century of vibrant stories. Renowned for hosting lively parties and attracting iconic figures like Alan Ginsberg, Starlite invites guests to the Beacon Grand’s 21st-floor, featuring refreshed interiors by San Francisco designer Alice Crumeyrolle. The atmosphere is set with rich velvet fabrics and a jewel-tone palette inspired by the Art Deco Era, paying homage to the city’s icons. Crafted by Scott Baird of Trick Dog fame, the cocktails are both playful and meticulously made. Michelin-award-winning chef Johnny Spero curates a menu that celebrates San Francisco’s culinary artistry, drawing inspiration from international fare. Enhancing the experience are nightly, all-vinyl DJ sets by music director Nina Tarr.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Thu 4:00 pm–1:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Johnny Spero
  • Private party facilities
    Starlite offers dazzling private event spaces, from intimate gatherings to grand affairs, with up to 225 guests to take in the sweeping city views. To raise a glass and celebrate, message us at events@starlitesf.com or give us a ring at 415-395-8528 for more details.
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Cross street
    Powell and Sutter
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Powell St Station BART, Union Square Market Street Station MUNI
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 211 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Starlite offers "amazing views" and a "fun vibe" with its vintage ambiance and lively atmosphere. Guests love the "spectacular drinks" and the "fantastic service." It's a great spot for cocktails, with a DJ adding to the experience. Reservations are recommended to ensure a prime seat.
211 Reviews
  1. Kat VIP

    San Francisco23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such an amazing at atmosphere and vibe! The views and music is always on point.

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  2. Matthew

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great cocktails, food, music, and service was excellent!

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  3. Leslie

    San Francisco40 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Very poor choice of bar bites. Nothing to share. Need to rethink.

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  4. KrystalP VIP

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had so much fun! Great cocktails- great food- great music- the team is so nice! -highly reccomend!!!
    StarliteResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Krystal! It’s great to know the cocktails, food, and music hit the mark, and that our team helped make your experience even better. Thank you for the high recommendation! We can’t wait to have you back for more fun in the future!

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  5. genie

    Atlanta2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a great spot to cocktails and bites (enough for a light dinner) The view and vintage ambiance makes you feel like a movie star - though the service takes the cake! Don’t miss this on your San Fran visit!
    StarliteResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you so much for the glowing review, Genie! We’re thrilled you had a fantastic time and felt like a movie star! It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the cocktails, bites, and ambiance. We’re especially happy that Roxanne made your experience even more memorable — we agree, she truly is a rock star! We can’t wait to welcome you back!!

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Indiana8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great lounge for date nights. Or get together with friends.
    StarliteResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks so much! We love being a go-to spot for good times! Hope to see you again soon!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was really great! Only complaint is the music was a little too loud made it had for conversation, felt like i was screaming to someone sitting right next to me
    StarliteResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback! We’re so glad to hear that you had a great experience. We appreciate your comment about the music volume, and we will definitely take that into consideration moving forward to ensure a more comfortable atmosphere for conversation. We hope to see you again soon!

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  8. Maya

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful old SF experience. Great view of the city. Drinks were fantastic. It’s a fun place to dress up. The DJ played some of my favorite music. I wish there was room to dance!
    StarliteResponded 6 days ago
    So glad you enjoyed the vibe and the views, Maya! We love when guests dress up and make a night of it. Hope to have you back really soon!

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  9. terry VIP

    San Francisco12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I adore Starlite. The vibe is always fun, the drinks are spectacular, and the service is exceptional. (A special shout-out to the host team, who are always so warm and welcoming.) And of course, you can't beat the view - there's not a bad seat in the place to take it in.
    StarliteResponded on March 7, 2025
    Thank you so much for the kind words, Terry! We're thrilled to hear that you love the vibe, drinks, and service at Starlite. Kelly, Michelle, and Lindsey will be especially happy to hear your shoutout. Our host team truly does an amazing job making everyone feel welcome. We’re so glad you enjoy the view as well! We can’t wait to welcome you back soon.

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    Tahoe1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had reservations so we got 1 of the best 10 seats in the house. Not that any seat is bad. Service was exceptional. So was the view.
    StarliteResponded on March 7, 2025
    Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the view and received one of the best seats in the house. It’s great to know that the service was beyond expectations, and we truly appreciate your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable time at Starlite!

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Starlite is rated 4.4 stars by 211 OpenTable diners.

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  3. San Francisco Bay Area
  4. San Francisco
  5. Financial District / Embarcadero

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
Google Map for Starlite

450 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94108-1504

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Powell and Sutter
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Hours of operation
    Thu 4:00 pm–1:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Powell St Station BART, Union Square Market Street Station MUNI
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Johnny Spero
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Starlite offers dazzling private event spaces, from intimate gatherings to grand affairs, with up to 225 guests to take in the sweeping city views. To raise a glass and celebrate, message us at events@starlitesf.com or give us a ring at 415-395-8528 for more details.
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