Taprooms, brewpubs and the local beer scene in San Francisco worth taking a tram to.

Where to drink local

Fort Point Beer Company ★ 4.3

Modern California craft lagers and palesDaily 11:00 to 22:00

Fort Point Beer Company in San Francisco is the Presidio-born brewery with a Valencia Street beer hall, a strong KSA Kolsch and a sharp west-coast pilsner.

Tip: Order the KSA Kolsch on draught; the wood-fired pizza kitchen runs from 17:00 nightly.

742 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94110 Book →

Magnolia Brewing ★ 4.3

British-leaning alesWed to Sun 16:00 to 22:00

Magnolia Brewing in San Francisco is the Haight-Ashbury brewpub since 1997, with a British-leaning ale lineup and the city's longest-running cask programme.

Tip: The Smokestack Lightning porter on cask is the order; ask at the bar about real-ale Thursdays.

1398 Haight Street, San Francisco, CA 94117 Book →

Standard Deviant Brewing ★ 4.2

Belgian and saisonWed to Sun 15:00 to 22:00

Standard Deviant Brewing in San Francisco is the Mission micro-brewery, with a Belgian-saison lineup, monthly food-truck pop-ups and a small wood-aged cellar.

Tip: The saison is the standout; the Friday food truck rotates and the schedule is on Instagram.

280 14th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 Book →

Barebottle Brewing Company ★ 4.3

Modern craft, sours and IPAsWed to Sun 14:00 to 22:00

Barebottle Brewing in San Francisco is the Bernal Heights craft brewery, with rotating sours, a long IPA list and a back patio for dog-friendly afternoons.

Tip: The Black Currant Sour is the dark-horse summer order; ask if a fresh keg is on draught.

1525 Cortland Ave, SF, CA, 94110 Book →

Breweries in San Francisco, FAQ

When is the best time to eat in San Francisco?

Peak food season in San Francisco is year-round.

What time do people eat in San Francisco?

Local dining hours: lunch around 12:30, dinner from 19:30.

How does tipping work in San Francisco?

service is typically included; small extra is welcome but not expected.

What is the one dish to try in San Francisco?

Ask the next local you meet what they would order. San Francisco rewards trust.

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