After Work Drinks to Book in San Francisco, CA

After Work Drinks to Book in San Francisco, CA

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Top After Work Drinks in San Francisco, CA

Clocking out in San Francisco? That’s your cue to swap your spreadsheets for craft cocktails! If you’re unwinding with colleagues in a rooftop bar near Union Square, sipping local brews in a Mission District taproom, or finding a hidden speakeasy in North Beach, there’s a spot for every post-work vibe. From private lounges with great views to traditional pubs serving the city’s finest IPAs, after work drinks here in San Francisco are never dull. Ready to turn happy hour into the highlight of your day? Find the perfect spot and book with Tagvenue now!

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251 Bar Venues in San Francisco, CA

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251 Bar Venues in San Francisco, CA

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Secure Cheap After Work Drinks in San Francisco

Full Buyout
from $20
per person / per session
Full Buyout
90
99
1920 Bar
Outer Richmond, San Francisco, CA
Bar
Whole venue
Your guests can be seated at comfortable booths or at tables. They can enjoy a wide variety of beers, and drinks from the bar as well as our delicious food including chicken wings and our famous poke.
Shared Space
from $100
hire fee / per hour
Shared Space
60
100
The Dubliner
Noe Valley, San Francisco, CA
Bar
Whole venue
A friendly bartender is always ready to serve a cold, refreshing drink from either one of our many beer taps or fully stocked liquor bar. Surrounded by large screen TVs, there is a game for just about anyone.
Entire Venue
from $200
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
250
250
Belden Express
Financial District, San Francisco, CA
Restaurant
Whole venue
Our venue is available for complete buyouts, including private rooms, full-service bars, and private bathrooms for an exclusive experience. Enjoy our outdoor patio with heaters and tenting for a cozy San Francisco evening,
Main Bar and Dining Room
from $200
minimum spend / per session
Main Bar and Dining Room
100
120
Belden Express
Financial District, San Francisco, CA
Bar in a Restaurant
Private space
This dynamic space is ideal for dinner parties, upbeat happy hours, elegant receptions, productive business gatherings, memorable birthday celebrations, DJ-powered dance parties, and charming luncheons.
Billiard Room
from $500
minimum spend / per session
Billiard Room
20
30
Blue Light
(9)
Union Street, San Francisco, CA
Function Room in a Restaurant
Private space
J
Joel K.
“The food is REALLY GOOD for a traditional "bar menu". Terrific.”
Event Room
from $1800
minimum spend / per session
Event Room
70
75
Iron Horse Cockatils
Union Square, San Francisco, CA
Cocktail Bar
Whole venue
Welcome to Iron Horse Cocktails Event Area, a bar and event venue full of beautiful art furniture, stained-glass windows, and art on the walls. Relax in our atmosphere while enjoying the best drinks in town!
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Celebrate at Top Bars for Birthday Parties

Whole Venue
from $400
hire fee / per hour
Whole Venue
30
49
Hôtel Biron
(1)
Hayes Valley, San Francisco, CA
Bar
Whole venue
J
Jenny C.
“I had the chance to rent out the entire venue, so the event was very private.”
Patio
from $800
hire fee / per session
Patio
31
50
The Sycamore
(5)
Mission District, San Francisco, CA
Outdoor Space at a Bar
Private space
Our patio is a perfect space for an outdoor event, perhaps a birthday party, or just a couple of drinks with friends. It's nicely decorated, but you can customize the space to your needs, and decorate it however you like!
Karaoke Room
from $500
minimum spend / per session
Karaoke Room
31
50
Question Mark Bar
(2)
South of Market (SOMA), San Francisco, CA
Karaoke Room in a Bar
Private space
A
Aira G.
“My guests loved them, and it was fun having drinks that I personally love when I go out.”
Club Level
from $450
hire fee / per hour
Club Level
45
45
The Academy
(7)
Mission Dolores, San Francisco, CA
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
C
Christopher G.
“Team was easy to work with and very flexible on picking the optimal space”
Private Room
from $25
per person / per session
Private Room
15
20
Harajuku Sushi
Outer Richmond, San Francisco, CA
Restaurant
Private space
Our Private Room at Harajuku Sushi is designed to host smaller groups of clients. If you are looking for an intimate place to host your birthday party, company meeting, or anniversary- our private space will be perfect for
Entire Venue
from $1500
minimum spend / per day
Entire Venue
60
80
Paprika
(3)
Mission District, San Francisco, CA
Restaurant
Whole venue
O
Olivia F.
“He was a pleasure to work, both friendly and excited to share his space with us.”
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Throw an Unforgettable Party at One of These Bars

Entire Venue
from $3000
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
100
246
Bottom of the Hill
(1)
Potrero Hills, San Francisco, CA
Nightclub
Whole venue
S
Sara K.
“Our party at Bottom of the Hill was amazing! We rented the venue for my dad's birthday party and concert.”
Bar and Restaurant
from $500
minimum spend / per session
Bar and Restaurant
40
75
Blue Light
(9)
Union Street, San Francisco, CA
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
J
Joel K.
“This is a great place for a very casual party! Johnny is just delightful and helpful.”
Whole Restaurant
from $500
minimum spend / per session
Whole Restaurant
140
235
Toy Soldier
(25)
Financial District, San Francisco, CA
Restaurant
Whole venue
R
Rocko L.
“Catered to my needs, plenty of room, the food was a generous amount. Very happy. Will likely book again.”
Main Bar Room
from $1500
hire fee / per session
Main Bar Room
37
60
The Willows
South of Market (SOMA), San Francisco, CA
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
The Willows is the perfect spot for your next party! We can do full or partial bar rentals and are happy to develop a personalized catering menu and/or a specialty cocktail created with your party in mind.
2nd Floor
from $20
per person / per session
2nd Floor
50
150
BuzzWorks
South of Market (SOMA), San Francisco, CA
Bar
Private space
Buzzworks is known for its premier beer choices and sprawling bar that will surely impress everyone at your party. The second floor comes equipped with enough seating for 50 people, screens to watch some games on, and classic
Semi-Private Area
from $150
minimum spend / per afternoon
Semi-Private Area
16
20
El Lopo
(31)
Van Ness, San Francisco, CA
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Bar
Semi-private area
P
Pierce Y.
“We loved the atmosphere of the place. They were very accommodating and had delicious food and drinks.”
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Make Your Day Special with These Bars for Weddings

Entire Venue
from $1800
hire fee / per hour
Entire Venue
100
Rye Bar
(4)
Downtown San Francisco, CA
Cocktail Bar
Whole venue
House parties, weddings, birthdays, we do it all. We handle all the beverage needs for parties from corporate events to weddings.
Inside Area
from $2000
minimum spend / per session
Inside Area
50
60
Sool Bar and Lounge
(6)
Union Square, San Francisco, CA
Event Space in a Bar
Shared space
E
Ewa H.
“The venue was perfectly sized for our group of 22.”
Skyline Rooftop
from $750
hire fee / per hour
Skyline Rooftop
60
100
Zen Compound
(8)
South of Market (SOMA), San Francisco, CA
Rooftop at a Nightclub
Private space
C
Cristina P.
“The view was amazing Melisa and Jay were great to work with”
Rick & Roxy's
from $500
minimum spend / per day
Rick & Roxy's
75
300
Rick & Roxy's
(23)
Cow Hollow, San Francisco, CA
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Nightclub
Whole venue
S
Samira M.
“Super responsive. fun bartenders, great music, so easy to coordinate, great drinks, I had the best time”
Event Space
from $300
minimum spend / per session
Event Space
65
180
Sacred Taco Cantina
Union Street, San Francisco, CA
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
Whether it’s a birthday, wedding reception, or company event, we’re here to make it special. Our private event room seats up to 120 and comes with everything you need for a seamless celebration.
Upstairs Private Room
from $200
minimum spend / per session
Upstairs Private Room
120
120
Belden Express
Financial District, San Francisco, CA
Function Room in a Restaurant
Private space
This versatile space transforms effortlessly to suit any occasion—whether you’re planning a chic dinner party, an unforgettable wedding reception, a lively cocktail party, a productive business meeting, a milestone birthday
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After Work Drinks to Book in San Francisco, CA

FAQs about Top After Work Drinks in San Francisco, CA

In San Francisco, prices of after work drinks average $1630 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in San Francisco, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:

Prices of after work drinks in San Francisco
From $500 to $2500 minimum spend per event
From $200 to $750 hire fee per hour
From $30 to $50 per person

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:

  • Entire Bar at El Lopo in Van Ness - rated 5/5
    Our user said: ‘We chose this bar because it matched the look and feel of our wedding vibe. The ambiance is delightful.’

  • The Officer's Club at Toy Soldier in Financial District - rated 4.9/5
    Our user said: ‘Johnny the event host and Arturo the bartender were so helpful and made the night very enjoyable.’

  • The Lounge at Chambers at the Phoenix in Tenderloin - rated 4.8/5
    Our user said: ‘I couldn’t have asked for a better space or a better group of people to work with.’

Several bars and lounges in San Francisco offer private event spaces. If you're looking for a private setting, El Lopo in Van Ness offers space for up to 65 guests with a $750 minimum spend per session. If you have a larger group gathering, you can check out spaces like Persona in Downtown (up to 350 guests) or Southside Spirit House in SOMA (250 guests). Many venues also offer flexible rental options, with some charging per hour, per session, or per day.

If you're all about craft cocktails, Downtown has some excellent spots. Owl Tree serves up killer drinks in stylish settings, but if you want something more relaxed, check out Rye Bar—great drinks, no pretentious vibes. In North Beach, Barbarossa Lounge does amazing cocktails in a chic, private space. If you're after tiki-style drinks, The Bamboo Hut is a fun option with a tropical twist.

Not every after-work drink needs to be a fancy affair. If you want something affordable, check out NocNoc in Hayes Valley, where you can book a space for just $200 per day. Rick & Roxy's in Cow Hollow also offers reasonable minimum spend deals ($500 per session). If you're okay with a casual vibe, these are solid choices that won't cost you a lot.

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