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ABV is a sophisticated cocktail bar in San Francisco's Mission District, offering an extensive menu of expertly crafted cocktails in a spacious, welcoming atmosphere. Known for their knowledgeable bartenders and creative drink menu featuring unique combinations like carrot juice cocktails and the Bamboozle swizzle with Amontillado sherry and banana liqueur, ABV delivers exceptional quality at reasonable prices. The venue features high ceilings, perfect lighting, and both indoor and outdoor seating options. Complementing their impressive cocktail selection is a casual food menu with standout items including crispy fried cauliflower with aioli, soft shell crab tacos, ahi tuna tartare, and house-made chips with onion dip. Whether you're looking for a date night destination or a place to gather with friends, ABV provides the ideal setting for conversation and craft cocktails from 4 PM to 2 AM daily.
Spacious and welcoming with high ceilings, perfect lighting that's neither too dark nor too bright, creating an ideal atmosphere for conversation. The venue offers both indoor seating and a decent-sized outdoor area, maintaining a casual yet sophisticated vibe.
Atmosphere
Noise Level
Moderate - conducive to conversation
Lighting
Perfect balance - not too dark nor too bright
Features
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Cocktail Quality
Service
Ambiance
Value
Accessibility
✗ Not confirmed accessible
ABV does not take reservations. Walk-ins are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis.
ABV is open 7 days a week. Friday: 16:00–02:00. Monday: 16:00–02:00. Sunday: 16:00–02:00. Tuesday: 16:00–02:00. Saturday: 16:00–02:00. Thursday: 16:00–02:00. Wednesday: 16:00–02:00.
ABV is known for: Standout food items include crispy fried cauliflower with aioli, soft shell crab tacos, ahi tuna tartare ($19) with sesame chips, house-made chips with onion dip, and fermented edamame. The cocktail menu is extensive with creative offerings including carrot juice cocktails, grapefruit spritz, and the Suzuki highball with yuzu liquor, strawberry Campari and shrub.
ABV is located in the Mission District neighborhood of San Francisco. The full address is 3174 16th St, San Francisco.
ABV is moderately priced, offering good value for quality cocktails. The price range is $$.
The dress code at ABV is Casual.
Food & Menu
✓ Food menu available
Standout food items include crispy fried cauliflower with aioli, soft shell crab tacos, ahi tuna tartare ($19) with sesame chips, house-made chips with onion dip, and fermented edamame. The cocktail menu is extensive with creative offerings including carrot juice cocktails, grapefruit spritz, and the Suzuki highball with yuzu liquor, strawberry Campari and shrub.
Overall Sentiment:
Guests Love
- •Knowledgeable and confident bartenders who take time to explain their creations
- •Extensive and creative cocktail menu with unique combinations
- •Excellent food quality, especially the fried cauliflower and soft shell crab tacos
- •Perfect atmosphere with great lighting and spacious seating
- •Reasonable prices for high-quality cocktails and food
- •Attentive service with prompt water refills and friendly staff
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3174 16th St
Mission District
San Francisco, 94103
US
Casual
Quieter Times
Food & Menu
✓ Food menu available
Standout food items include crispy fried cauliflower with aioli, soft shell crab tacos, ahi tuna tartare ($19) with sesame chips, house-made chips with onion dip, and fermented edamame. The cocktail menu is extensive with creative offerings including carrot juice cocktails, grapefruit spritz, and the Suzuki highball with yuzu liquor, strawberry Campari and shrub.
Overall Sentiment:
Guests Love
- •Knowledgeable and confident bartenders who take time to explain their creations
- •Extensive and creative cocktail menu with unique combinations
- •Excellent food quality, especially the fried cauliflower and soft shell crab tacos
- •Perfect atmosphere with great lighting and spacious seating
- •Reasonable prices for high-quality cocktails and food
- •Attentive service with prompt water refills and friendly staff
Location
3174 16th St, San Francisco, US
37.764960, -122.423557
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Cocktail Menu
Signature Cocktails
The Bamboozle
sherry
Amontillado sherry, Dolin Blanc vermouth, Giffard Banana liqueur, lemon juice, Angostura bitters - a bamboo cocktail meets swizzle