There’s more to the world of malt and hops than the bottom shelf of the corner store’s cooler. But according to a survey conducted on behalf of Visit Anaheim, only 50% of Americans can name the four main ingredients in beer, and only 45% know the difference between an ale and a lager. National Drink Beer Day, Sept. 28, is a perfect time to explore San Francisco's craft brewing scene and learn more about all things beer.
Hoodline has rounded up the best spots in your backyard serving beer, based on Yelp ratings and our own methodology. Remember to celebrate responsibly, San Francisco!
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1. The Beer Hall
Topping the list is The Beer Hall. Located in Civic Center at 1 Polk St. (where Polk and Fell streets meet Market Street), the bar and bottle shop is the highest-rated beer bar in San Francisco, boasting 4.5 stars out of 175 reviews on Yelp. Stop in to check out its rotating draft list of 20 craft beers and its selection of more than 200 bottles. For drinkers with an appetite, The Beer Hall offers small plates, and the bar can be reserved for private events.
2. Liquid Gold
Next up is Nob Hill's Liquid Gold, situated at 1040 Hyde St. (between California and Pine streets). Liquid Gold has more than 30 locally sourced beers and ciders on tap, arranged on the draft list by flavor and style. The spot also sells bottles to go and provides beer catering services for parties and special events. With 4.5 stars out of 163 reviews on Yelp, it has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Beer Basement
The Tenderloin's Beer Basement, located at 222 Hyde St. (between Eddy and Turk streets), is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the beer bar 4.5 stars out of 70 reviews. Beer Basement's draft list features primarily California beers. Although the spot does not serve food, outside food is allowed.
4. Hogwash
Hogwash, a gastropub in Lower Nob Hill, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 1,019 Yelp reviews. Hogwash pours 30 different beers and serves up homemade sausage sandwiches, too. Head over to 582 Sutter St. (between Powell and Mason streets) to see for yourself.
5. Black Hammer Brewing
And then there's Black Hammer Brewing, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 317 reviews on Yelp. The taproom offers tasting flights and full pours of Black Hammer Brewing beers, such as the Paradise Found cream ale with toasted coconut, the Guava Sunrise Set Berliner weisse, the Witless Zombie witbier and more. You can find the spot at 544 Bryant St. (between Third and Fourth streets) in SoMa.
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