San Francisco weddings don’t always call for posh ballrooms, sometimes the best vows happen with a pint in hand. Couples in the Bay Area love the charm of cool bars and historic pubs, and that’s exactly what you’ll find with pub wedding venues in San Francisco. Picture saying your vows in a Victorian-style tavern in the Mission, hosting a reception in a lively North Beach pub, or gathering friends in a cosy Irish bar where the Guinness flows as easily as the laughter. These spots bring a different kind of romance, with warm wood interiors, long tables perfect for family-style dining, and hidden patios where fairy lights glow against the city skyline. And since it’s San Francisco, expect craft beer lists as varied as the guest list, plus food that ranges from hearty pub classics to gastropub twists worthy of foodie approval. Book one today.
 
                    In San Francisco, prices of pub wedding venues average $1750 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:
| From $750 | to $2500 | minimum spend per event | 
| From $326 | to $750 | hire fee per hour | 
| From $600 | to $2000 | hire fee per event | 
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.’
                                                                    
                                    Outdoor Garden Terrace at The Academy
                                    
                                    in Mission Dolores - rated 4.9/5
                                    
                                                                            Our user said: ‘The bartender we had did a great job. Overall would absolutely rent again...’
                                                                    
                                    Entire Venue at Paris 75
                                    
                                    in North Beach - rated 4.8/5
                                    
                                                                            Our user said: ‘The venue was clean, classy, and the service was great.’
                                                                    
You'll find pub wedding venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in San Francisco, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small pub wedding venues | up to 50 guests | prices average $1100 minimum spend per event | 
| Medium pub wedding venues | between 75 and 100 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event | 
| Large pub wedding venues | over 125 guests | prices average $4500 minimum spend per event | 
These are the venues within 0.5 mi from central San Francisco, available to book on Tagvenue: