Holy Water is a unique lounge that has religious themed furnishings at the bar and has warm and inviting interiors. Old decanters have been used to make lights in the bar area. Keeping with the religious theme, the mural on the wall depicts a river baptism. Offerings available here range from the Mexican Firing Squad to After The Gold Rush and Search For The Holy Gimlet. All cocktails are mixed by experienced bar tenders who expertly blend three or four ingredients to create the perfect drink. Drafts and craft brews, both local and international are served for the beer lovers.
If looking for a fine wining and dining experience in a relaxed laid-back atmosphere, or want to pick up some fancy international and local labels, Ordinaire Wine Shop & Wine Bar is the place for you. Stop in for a quick sip or for dinner. Stay to watch a guest chef cook up a storm or try their wine tasting. You can also rent their mezzanine floor for the evening, from 5:00 p to 10:00 p, and host private parties and events for about 25 people.
A local beer bar, the Hogwash is located on Sutter Street. The bar is well stocked and patrons can choose from 30 varieties of tap beers, crafted beers and some of the finest wines. The food menu features light snacks and bites. Much popular on the menu are their sausages, cooked to absolute perfection by an expert culinary team headed by Morgan Hamm and Brock Crandall. Loyal patrons also praise their Curry Fries and Fried Pickles. The decor is quite elegant and features beautiful dim lighting fixtures and spacious seating arrangement.
20 Spot is housed inside a beautifully historic Victorian building off Valencia Street. A place exuding warmth, this eatery serves excellent wine and delicious American treats to go with it. The cheese platter is a must-have, as are the deviled eggs and the ambitious crab pot. With warm vintage lighting that adorns this place, there are also curious post-war items that complement its light-wood furniture. This place is surrounded by an old-world aura which is further accentuated by their vinyl records collection.
For a drinking experience frozen in time and history, visit Stookey's Club Moderne located on Bush Street. This post-prohibition themed bar is replete with a lounge reminiscent of old-time San Francisco. The drinks are mostly fashioned out of whiskey and gin, besides also featuring local beers and wines on taps. In a tribute to this historically significant era, Stookey's also carries a private music collection and plays these rare periodical melodies in the house.
If you are looking for an exclusive drinking experience, Wilson & Wilson Private Detective Agency located in the Bourbon & Branch bar is a speakeasy style bar. Accessible by reservation only. it is suggested that patrons book a table here at least a week in advance. You will receive a password which you will need to provide to the bouncer at the door, who will then lead you through a door hidden behind a book-shelf, into this cozy and dimly lit watering hole. There is no food served here, but what is offered is a range of craft cocktails that a mixed to perfection and are inventive delights! A night at this bar is an experience you will never forget.