The best bars & nightlife in Napa

93 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Tallboy

Nightlife

Martini bar serving slushies and hot dogs in a cozy space.

4210 Telegraph Ave (Oakland)

Martini bar serving slushies and hot dogs in a cozy space.

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Whether you're craving a fresh pint, live jazz, or a spot to catch the game, Valley Brewing Co delivers with Stockton’s oldest brewery, the…

157 W Adams St (Stockton)

Whether you're craving a fresh pint, live jazz, or a spot to catch the game, Valley Brewing Co delivers with Stockton’s oldest brewery, the Take 5 Jazz Club, unique house beers, and a laid-back, family-friendly vibe that makes midweek feel a lot more fun.

From the Manteca newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Treat yourself to a midweek reset at Flora Springs Wine Lounge, where curated flights, wine-based cocktails, and thoughtful pairings like…

1142 1st St

Treat yourself to a midweek reset at Flora Springs Wine Lounge, where curated flights, wine-based cocktails, and thoughtful pairings like caviar and chocolate make it feel delightfully extra. A quick hop from Fairfield and perfect when you want silky Cab vibes without committing to a full winery day.

From the Vacaville newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Seka Hills Tasting Room brings the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation’s estate flavors to Midtown Sacramento, pouring Capay Valley wines and…

1733 S St (Sacramento)

Seka Hills Tasting Room brings the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation’s estate flavors to Midtown Sacramento, pouring Capay Valley wines and certified extra virgin olive oils alongside staples like honey, balsamic, and nuts.

From the Elk Grove newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Just up the road, Vintner's Collective pours curated flights from 18 small, family-owned wineries inside a 19th-century landmark, with an…

1245 Main St

Just up the road, Vintner's Collective pours curated flights from 18 small, family-owned wineries inside a 19th-century landmark, with an unpretentious, fun vibe. Pop in for a quick taste or book a deeper dive, then flex that new wine knowledge at your next backyard hang.

From the Vacaville newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Alta Vina

Nightlife

Alta Vina pours an ever-curious lineup that invites you to taste outside your usual lane, with friendly guidance that feels more neighbor…

420 3rd St (Oakland)

Alta Vina pours an ever-curious lineup that invites you to taste outside your usual lane, with friendly guidance that feels more neighbor than sommelier. Ideal for a low-key catchup or solo unwind, and you just might leave obsessed with a new grape.

From the Oakland newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Bar Lucia

Nightlife

Bar Lucia keeps it delightfully local with Napa Valley wines focused on rosé and bubbles, plus seasonal light bites like organic salads and…

610 1st St #19

Bar Lucia keeps it delightfully local with Napa Valley wines focused on rosé and bubbles, plus seasonal light bites like organic salads and sandwiches that actually taste like someone cared. Slide in this week, join their women-forward wine vibe, and toast to whatever Tuesday brought you.

From the Napa newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Star Lounge

Nightlife

Star Lounge hits that sweet spot between polished lounge and relaxed hangout. Settle in this week with a thoughtful cocktail or cold beer,…

2719 K St (Sacramento)

Star Lounge hits that sweet spot between polished lounge and relaxed hangout. Settle in this week with a thoughtful cocktail or cold beer, share some bites, then let the live music carry the night, and put it on your weeknight shortlist so Future You can thank Present You.

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Cafe Zoetrope

Nightlife

North Beach classic Cafe Zoetrope brings a Roman trattoria vibe to the historic Sentinel Building, serving authentic Italian plates…

916 Kearny St (San Francisco)

North Beach classic Cafe Zoetrope brings a Roman trattoria vibe to the historic Sentinel Building, serving authentic Italian plates alongside Italian and California wines, including exclusive Coppola selections.

From the San Francisco newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Laughs Unlimited Comedy Club and Lounge has been delivering the goods since 1980, with national names, rising locals, and a calendar that…

1207 Front St (Sacramento)

Laughs Unlimited Comedy Club and Lounge has been delivering the goods since 1980, with national names, rising locals, and a calendar that rarely misses. Grab drinks, share some bites, and let a midweek set reset your mood this week, because nothing fixes Sunday scaries like a proper giggle fit.

From the Roseville newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Locally sourced eats paired with housemade wines in a warm space that also features a patio and a wine club.

2831 S St (Sacramento)

Locally sourced eats paired with housemade wines in a warm space that also features a patio and a wine club.

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The Rooftop

Nightlife

Rooftop lounge providing beer, cocktails, and views, as well as happy hour specials.

1616 J St (Sacramento)

Rooftop lounge providing beer, cocktails, and views, as well as happy hour specials.

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Union Larder

Nightlife

Stylish setting for wine, cheese & charcuterie also offers beer & wine by the bottle.

1945 Hyde St (San Francisco)

Stylish setting for wine, cheese & charcuterie also offers beer & wine by the bottle.

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Cozy, modern spot offering craft beer & California & international wines, plus cheese plates.

930, 926 Franklin St

Cozy, modern spot offering craft beer & California & international wines, plus cheese plates.

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Casual spot offering tapas such as arancini and short rib, plus happy hour drinks and a fireplace.

2718 J St (Sacramento)

Casual spot offering tapas such as arancini and short rib, plus happy hour drinks and a fireplace.

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2-story Mission club with a bar downstairs & an upstairs space for dancing to DJ beats & live bands.

647 Valencia St (San Francisco)

2-story Mission club with a bar downstairs & an upstairs space for dancing to DJ beats & live bands.

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Wine bar, bottle shop & workshop venue with Californian eats offered in stylish indoor-outdoor digs.

1300 1st St #312

Wine bar, bottle shop & workshop venue with Californian eats offered in stylish indoor-outdoor digs.

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Dim, trendy cocktail bar with steampunk decor prepares signature drinks with housemade ingredients.

679 3rd St (San Francisco)

Dim, trendy cocktail bar with steampunk decor prepares signature drinks with housemade ingredients.

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Reservations-only winery with a polished tasting room, gardens & a vast sculpture collection.

24500 Ramal Rd (Sonoma)

Reservations-only winery with a polished tasting room, gardens & a vast sculpture collection.

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Cozy wine and sake bar with a selection of tinned fish and small bites, plus a wine club.

691 14th St (San Francisco)

Cozy wine and sake bar with a selection of tinned fish and small bites, plus a wine club.

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Warm haunt in a 1910 Craftsman house with globally inspired pub grub, craft beers & outdoor seating.

1217 21st Street (Sacramento)

Warm haunt in a 1910 Craftsman house with globally inspired pub grub, craft beers & outdoor seating.

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Wineshop with tastings and a wine club, plus knowledgeable staff.

420 40th St #2 (Oakland)

Wineshop with tastings and a wine club, plus knowledgeable staff.

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Small performance space offering stand-up, improv and sketch comedy.

1710 Broadway (Sacramento)

Small performance space offering stand-up, improv and sketch comedy.

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Relaxed sports bar with 360-degree screens, featuring burgers, tacos, chicken sandwiches and nachos.

414 K St Suite 180 (Sacramento)

Relaxed sports bar with 360-degree screens, featuring burgers, tacos, chicken sandwiches and nachos.

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Expansive rooftop bar & full-service restaurant with fire pits, outdoor games & sweeping views.

1260 1st St

Expansive rooftop bar & full-service restaurant with fire pits, outdoor games & sweeping views.

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The Detour

Nightlife

Playful bar & arcade for a variety of drinks & vintage video-game machines in a neon-decked space.

2200A Market St (San Francisco)

Playful bar & arcade for a variety of drinks & vintage video-game machines in a neon-decked space.

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Bar Gemini

Nightlife

Stylish wine bar with a selection of natural wines, plus tinned fish, deviled eggs, and other snacks.

2845 18th St (San Francisco)

Stylish wine bar with a selection of natural wines, plus tinned fish, deviled eggs, and other snacks.

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FED

Nightlife

Relaxed and welcoming restaurant serving burgers and steaks plus signature cocktails and beer.

116 N Hunter St (Stockton)

Relaxed and welcoming restaurant serving burgers and steaks plus signature cocktails and beer.

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Bold wallpaper & neon set the backdrop for cocktails & American snacks at this neighborhood lounge.

1439 Taraval St (San Francisco)

Bold wallpaper & neon set the backdrop for cocktails & American snacks at this neighborhood lounge.

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Casual spot featuring a lengthy wine list, plus appetizers, salads and oysters.

234 Townsend St (San Francisco)

Casual spot featuring a lengthy wine list, plus appetizers, salads and oysters.

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Pub grub, draft beer & cocktails are on tap at this low-key, brick-walled hangout.

2940 431 Natoma St (San Francisco)

Pub grub, draft beer & cocktails are on tap at this low-key, brick-walled hangout.

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Lively, longtime meat-centric locale known for smoked prime rib, also offering daily specials.

427 Broadway (Sacramento)

Lively, longtime meat-centric locale known for smoked prime rib, also offering daily specials.

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Relaxed spot serving food and wine from all over the world, as well as local options.

122A Kentucky St (Petaluma)

Relaxed spot serving food and wine from all over the world, as well as local options.

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Intimate hangout with a vintage tiki theme offering tropical cocktails, pu pu platters & meals.

2516 J St (Sacramento)

Intimate hangout with a vintage tiki theme offering tropical cocktails, pu pu platters & meals.

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Intimate theater is a permanent venue for magician & comedian Jay Alexander. Food & drinks served.

419 O'Farrell St (San Francisco)

Intimate theater is a permanent venue for magician & comedian Jay Alexander. Food & drinks served.

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Renovated 1911 vaudeville theater now offering live music concerts, plus a bar & adjacent eatery.

23 Petaluma Blvd N (Petaluma)

Renovated 1911 vaudeville theater now offering live music concerts, plus a bar & adjacent eatery.

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Western-style tavern featuring a selection of agave spirits and bar bites in casual Old Sacramento surroundings.

916 2nd St (Sacramento)

Western-style tavern featuring a selection of agave spirits and bar bites in casual Old Sacramento surroundings.

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Long-standing comedy club showcasing famous & up-and-coming comedians. Two-drink minimum.

915 Columbus Ave (San Francisco)

Long-standing comedy club showcasing famous & up-and-coming comedians. Two-drink minimum.

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Wines from around the world are paired with European dishes & tapas at this cozy, stylish bar.

476 Castro St (San Francisco)

Wines from around the world are paired with European dishes & tapas at this cozy, stylish bar.

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Sprawling spot with retro furnishings featuring 100+ beers, numerous TVs plus video & table games.

449 Powell St (San Francisco)

Sprawling spot with retro furnishings featuring 100+ beers, numerous TVs plus video & table games.

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Comfortable tasting room offering pours of the house's own vintages & bottles to take home.

200 2nd Street @, Jackson St (Oakland)

Comfortable tasting room offering pours of the house's own vintages & bottles to take home.

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Laid-back space specializing in tap beer, ciders and pub grub, plus trivia nights.

1111 24th St #102 (Sacramento)

Laid-back space specializing in tap beer, ciders and pub grub, plus trivia nights.

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Family-owned winery & vineyard offering wine tastings & picturesque views.

436 St Helena Hwy (St Helena)

Family-owned winery & vineyard offering wine tastings & picturesque views.

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3 dance rooms, 15 bars, VIP lounge & outdoor pool, plus themed events and 'dress to impress'-code.

2000 K St (Sacramento)

3 dance rooms, 15 bars, VIP lounge & outdoor pool, plus themed events and 'dress to impress'-code.

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Bear & Crown

Nightlife

British-style pub serving burgers and fish and chips as well as beers and cocktails.

1022 2nd St (Sacramento)

British-style pub serving burgers and fish and chips as well as beers and cocktails.

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Stylish, upscale wine bar pairing natural & biodynamic blends with New American small plates.

1737 Broadway (Oakland)

Stylish, upscale wine bar pairing natural & biodynamic blends with New American small plates.

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Ro Sham Beaux

Nightlife

Cozy wine bar serving natural wines from around the world, plus beer and cocktails.

2413 J St (Sacramento)

Cozy wine bar serving natural wines from around the world, plus beer and cocktails.

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Massive gastropub serving craft brews, creative cocktails & elevated pub grub for lunch & dinner.

620 Treat Ave (San Francisco)

Massive gastropub serving craft brews, creative cocktails & elevated pub grub for lunch & dinner.

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Lively pub offering 40+ classic arcade games, a large beer selection & pizza by the slice or pie.

908 K St (Sacramento)

Lively pub offering 40+ classic arcade games, a large beer selection & pizza by the slice or pie.

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Neighborhood eatery with a mid-century theme, serving American staples, craft cocktails and beer.

3343 Lakeshore Ave (Oakland)

Neighborhood eatery with a mid-century theme, serving American staples, craft cocktails and beer.

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The Snug

Nightlife

Cozy neighborhood bar specializing in expertly made drinks including cocktails crafted by bartenders and a selection of local brews.

1800 15th St (Sacramento)

Cozy neighborhood bar specializing in expertly made drinks including cocktails crafted by bartenders and a selection of local brews.

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Scarlet Fox

Nightlife

Casual bar for sipping wine by the glass, plus bottled brews to go.

1690 Hayes St (San Francisco)

Casual bar for sipping wine by the glass, plus bottled brews to go.

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Cozy bar offering cocktails, beer, and wine, plus live music.

407 E Charter Wy (Stockton)

Cozy bar offering cocktails, beer, and wine, plus live music.

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The Fink

Nightlife

Casual eatery, bar and lounge with live music and a speakeasy feel dishing up cocktails and snacks.

530 Main St

Casual eatery, bar and lounge with live music and a speakeasy feel dishing up cocktails and snacks.

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Unwine'd SF

Nightlife

Neighborhood wine bar and restaurant serving small plates and hosting live music.

9 W Portal Ave (San Francisco)

Neighborhood wine bar and restaurant serving small plates and hosting live music.

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7th West

Nightlife

Funky spot offering an eclectic mashup of an arcade, bar, dance club, and restaurant.

1255 7th St (Oakland)

Funky spot offering an eclectic mashup of an arcade, bar, dance club, and restaurant.

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All-ages nonprofit community center known for hosting local bands and skate ramps indoors.

201 Washington St (Petaluma)

All-ages nonprofit community center known for hosting local bands and skate ramps indoors.

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Buckhorn

Nightlife

Chill bar providing beer, hard liquor, and cocktails, plus pool tables and karaoke nights.

615 Petaluma Blvd S (Petaluma)

Chill bar providing beer, hard liquor, and cocktails, plus pool tables and karaoke nights.

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Mission spot serving beer & American cafe fare, plus live music, comedy & trivia nights.

433 S Van Ness Ave (San Francisco)

Mission spot serving beer & American cafe fare, plus live music, comedy & trivia nights.

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Stylish indoor-outdoor joint serving a wide variety of housemade beers alongside hearty BBQ fare.

1322 V St (Sacramento)

Stylish indoor-outdoor joint serving a wide variety of housemade beers alongside hearty BBQ fare.

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Collective tasting room featuring hand-crafted wines, along with TV sports and music.

1201 1st St

Collective tasting room featuring hand-crafted wines, along with TV sports and music.

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Betty

Nightlife

Relaxed wine bar and shop with a patio, serving small eats and wine by the glass and bottle.

1103 T St (Sacramento)

Relaxed wine bar and shop with a patio, serving small eats and wine by the glass and bottle.

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Roaming Goat

Nightlife

Cozy wine bar offering a selection of Mediterranean-style bites and happy-hour specials.

1830 Union St (San Francisco)

Cozy wine bar offering a selection of Mediterranean-style bites and happy-hour specials.

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A full bar & happy hour specials draw crowds to this low-key neighborhood lounge with a large patio.

2424 Telegraph Ave (Oakland)

A full bar & happy hour specials draw crowds to this low-key neighborhood lounge with a large patio.

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Cafe Bellini

Nightlife

Breakfast fare such as French toast and omelets served alongside lunch items and seafood dishes.

100 S McDowell Blvd (Petaluma)

Breakfast fare such as French toast and omelets served alongside lunch items and seafood dishes.

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Coffee shop, bar & event space boasting a modern setting complete with views & a librarylike vibe.

Center Building A, 2 Marina Blvd (San Francisco)

Coffee shop, bar & event space boasting a modern setting complete with views & a librarylike vibe.

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20 Spot

Nightlife

Cozy spot in an old record store serves local brews, an extensive wine menu & modern American fare.

3565 20th St (San Francisco)

Cozy spot in an old record store serves local brews, an extensive wine menu & modern American fare.

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Popular 3-day event featuring live music from a variety of artists, plus food trucks, wine and beer.

575 3rd St

Popular 3-day event featuring live music from a variety of artists, plus food trucks, wine and beer.

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A16

Nightlife

Bustling Italian eatery dispensing Neapolitan pizza, housemade pasta & more from an open kitchen.

2355 Chestnut St (San Francisco)

Bustling Italian eatery dispensing Neapolitan pizza, housemade pasta & more from an open kitchen.

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The Boardroom

Nightlife

Classic cocktails, inventive pub fare & weekly trivia nights lure locals to this basic sports bar.

1600 Powell St (San Francisco)

Classic cocktails, inventive pub fare & weekly trivia nights lure locals to this basic sports bar.

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Reservations are required at this swanky, dimly lit unmarked bar known for handcrafted cocktails.

501 Jones St (San Francisco)

Reservations are required at this swanky, dimly lit unmarked bar known for handcrafted cocktails.

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Mili Wine Bar

Nightlife

Wine bar with a cozy, friendly vibe serving charcuterie and other eats.

110 Folsom St (San Francisco)

Wine bar with a cozy, friendly vibe serving charcuterie and other eats.

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Pinball, pool & old-school arcade games, plus music, cocktails & craft beers, in hip, historic digs.

616 Divisadero St (San Francisco)

Pinball, pool & old-school arcade games, plus music, cocktails & craft beers, in hip, historic digs.

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Wine bar, restaurant and pizzeria with outdoor seating featuring tapas, pizza and other eats.

151 Petaluma Blvd S (Petaluma)

Wine bar, restaurant and pizzeria with outdoor seating featuring tapas, pizza and other eats.

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Birba

Nightlife

Wine bar for European wines & small plates in a charming, narrow space with bar & patio seating.

458 Grove St (San Francisco)

Wine bar for European wines & small plates in a charming, narrow space with bar & patio seating.

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Bright, chic wine bar offering a reserve list of bottles and tastings on tap.

1321 1st St Ste A

Bright, chic wine bar offering a reserve list of bottles and tastings on tap.

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Hop Creek Pub

Nightlife

Relaxed brewpub featuring burgers, salads, wings, pretzel bites, pizzas and more, along with patio seating and a full bar.

3253 Browns Valley Rd

Relaxed brewpub featuring burgers, salads, wings, pretzel bites, pizzas and more, along with patio seating and a full bar.

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El Chato

Nightlife

Spanish wine bar and taberna offering a selection of pintxos and tapas, plus live music.

2301 Bryant St (San Francisco)

Spanish wine bar and taberna offering a selection of pintxos and tapas, plus live music.

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Cozy neighborhood bar known for its natural wine selection and tastings, plus outdoor seating and cheese plates.

3354 Grand Ave (Oakland)

Cozy neighborhood bar known for its natural wine selection and tastings, plus outdoor seating and cheese plates.

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Taproom of San Leandro brewery for house beer plus wood-fired pizza & more in former auto-shop digs.

2325 Broadway (Oakland)

Taproom of San Leandro brewery for house beer plus wood-fired pizza & more in former auto-shop digs.

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Neighborhood wine and cocktail bar for conversation and nibbles, such as charcuterie, flatbread pizza, and vegan options.

201 Ocean Ave (San Francisco)

Neighborhood wine and cocktail bar for conversation and nibbles, such as charcuterie, flatbread pizza, and vegan options.

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Local craft brewery's taproom in the Ferry Building, offering their draft beers, bar fare & views.

289 Mare Island Way (Vallejo)

Local craft brewery's taproom in the Ferry Building, offering their draft beers, bar fare & views.

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Snail Bar

Nightlife

Informal establishment featuring small plates, charcuterie and natural wines, plus snails.

4935 Shattuck Ave. (Oakland)

Informal establishment featuring small plates, charcuterie and natural wines, plus snails.

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Chill, neighborhood spot with a cozy atmosphere, offering natural wines and charcuterie.

3516 Balboa St (San Francisco)

Chill, neighborhood spot with a cozy atmosphere, offering natural wines and charcuterie.

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Happening watering hole with a patio, plus beer on tap & rotating chefs dishing up cool snacks.

135 12th St (Oakland)

Happening watering hole with a patio, plus beer on tap & rotating chefs dishing up cool snacks.

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Bay Grape

Nightlife

Hip wine shop and bar featuring small-batch wines from around the world, plus tastings and classes.

376 Grand Ave (Oakland)

Hip wine shop and bar featuring small-batch wines from around the world, plus tastings and classes.

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Family-run winery and vineyard offering tastings, events, and outdoor weddings, plus live music.

9051 River Rd (Sacramento)

Family-run winery and vineyard offering tastings, events, and outdoor weddings, plus live music.

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Upscale winery featuring wine tastings, ponds, fountains and sparkling wine flights in a scenic, tranquil setting.

9440 Bar Du Ln (Sacramento)

Upscale winery featuring wine tastings, ponds, fountains and sparkling wine flights in a scenic, tranquil setting.

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Chic, cozy bistro dishing up elevated Italian pastas & wood-fired pizzas, plus wine & craft beer.

2339 Clement St (San Francisco)

Chic, cozy bistro dishing up elevated Italian pastas & wood-fired pizzas, plus wine & craft beer.

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Burgers, tacos and other eats offered at this casual-chic spot serving craft cocktails and beer.

2353 Pacific Ave Ste b (Stockton)

Burgers, tacos and other eats offered at this casual-chic spot serving craft cocktails and beer.

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Dive Bar

Nightlife

Cozy, popular lounge with themed tanks above the bar where mermaid-costumed women swim at set times.

1016 K St (Sacramento)

Cozy, popular lounge with themed tanks above the bar where mermaid-costumed women swim at set times.

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Cider-centric brew house with a dog-friendly patio, live music and pizza.

4311 Attawa Ave #300 (Sacramento)

Cider-centric brew house with a dog-friendly patio, live music and pizza.

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Pop's Bar

Nightlife

Renovated local watering hole draws crowds with its wooden bar & Prohibition-themed memorabilia.

2800 24th St (San Francisco)

Renovated local watering hole draws crowds with its wooden bar & Prohibition-themed memorabilia.

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