The best bars & nightlife in Novato

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

4210 Telegraph Ave (Oakland)

HopMonk Tavern Novato brings the summer to you with a sun-soaked beergarden under vintage oak trees, plus the indoor Session Room keeping…

224 Vintage Way

The Monk's Kettle Terra Linda is a family-friendly craft beer tavern, kitchen, and bottle shop in nearby Terra Linda, serving local,…

655 Del Ganado Rd (San Rafael)

Craving something local and reliably excellent? Pond Farm Brewing Co. pours award-winning beers brewed right here, plus wine, cider, and…

1848 4th St (San Rafael)

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)

This week, skip the flight, keep the flavor. La Catalana delivers classic and modern tapas, paella, and rare-to-find fideu, alongside…

3720 N First St Unit 10 (San Jose)

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

916 Kearny St (San Francisco)

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

1945 Hyde St (San Francisco)

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

647 Valencia St (San Francisco)

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

679 3rd St (San Francisco)

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

691 14th St (San Francisco)

Cozy bar offering a rotating selection of beer, plus sake, cider, and wine, and a pool table.

1615 4th St (San Rafael)

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

420 40th St #2 (Oakland)

Relaxed, neighborhood drinking den featuring a jukebox, sports on TV, and games such as pool and darts.

1009 1st St

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

2200A Market St (San Francisco)

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

2845 18th St (San Francisco)

Sports bar offering upscale pub grub & rotating brews in a rustic space with TVs & arcade games.

724 B St (San Rafael)

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

1439 Taraval St (San Francisco)

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

234 Townsend St (San Francisco)

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

2940 431 Natoma St (San Francisco)

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

122A Kentucky St (Petaluma)

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

419 O'Farrell St (San Francisco)

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

23 Petaluma Blvd N (Petaluma)

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

915 Columbus Ave (San Francisco)

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

476 Castro St (San Francisco)

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

449 Powell St (San Francisco)

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

200 2nd Street @, Jackson St (Oakland)

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

1737 Broadway (Oakland)

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

620 Treat Ave (San Francisco)

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

3343 Lakeshore Ave (Oakland)

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

1690 Hayes St (San Francisco)

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

9 W Portal Ave (San Francisco)

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

1255 7th St (Oakland)

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

201 Washington St (Petaluma)

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

615 Petaluma Blvd S (Petaluma)

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

433 S Van Ness Ave (San Francisco)

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

1830 Union St (San Francisco)

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

2424 Telegraph Ave (Oakland)

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

Center Building A, 2 Marina Blvd (San Francisco)

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

3565 20th St (San Francisco)

Brick & wood accent the elegant ambiance in this bistro serving creative seasonal pastas & meats.

881 4th St (San Rafael)

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

2355 Chestnut St (San Francisco)

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

1600 Powell St (San Francisco)

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

501 Jones St (San Francisco)

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

110 Folsom St (San Francisco)

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

616 Divisadero St (San Francisco)

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

151 Petaluma Blvd S (Petaluma)

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

458 Grove St (San Francisco)

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

2301 Bryant St (San Francisco)

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

3354 Grand Ave (Oakland)

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

2325 Broadway (Oakland)

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

201 Ocean Ave (San Francisco)

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

4935 Shattuck Ave. (Oakland)

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

3516 Balboa St (San Francisco)

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

135 12th St (Oakland)

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

376 Grand Ave (Oakland)

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

2339 Clement St (San Francisco)

Updated American food & Irish dishes plus a diverse drinks menu in quaint, pub-style quarters.

877 Grant Ave

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

2800 24th St (San Francisco)