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Cavaña — San Francisco

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Essential Information
Today16:00 - 00:00
Address
100 Channel Street, 17th Floor, San Francisco, 94158
Reservations
Walk-ins

Reservations available via website (https://www.cavanasf.com/reservations). Reservations recommended to guarantee seating, especially for groups and special events. Walk-ins welcome based on availability.

Price Range
$$
About

Cavaña is a vibrant rooftop cocktail bar on the 17th floor in San Francisco's Mission Bay, offering stunning panoramic views of the city and bay. Specializing in Latin American-inspired craft cocktails, this elevated destination features signature drinks like the milk-clarified Kiwi with condesa gin and hoja santa, the frozen Mango with Santa Teresa rum and pineapple tepache, and the refreshing Guayaba with tequila reposado and rose petals. The extensive menu showcases creative cocktails using premium spirits from Mexico, Peru, and beyond, alongside authentic Latin cuisine including ceviche, tacos, and grilled octopus. With a lively atmosphere enhanced by occasional DJ sets and salsa dancing events, Cavaña provides both indoor and outdoor seating with cozy blankets for cooler evenings. The bar serves natural wines, Mexican beers on draft, and spirit-free options. Open late with reservations recommended, Cavaña is perfect for romantic dinners, group celebrations, or casual drinks with breathtaking sunset views.

Ambiance & Features

Lively and vibrant rooftop atmosphere with stunning panoramic city and bay views. Features both indoor and outdoor seating with festive decorations during holidays. The space offers a fun, easy-going vibe enhanced by occasional DJ sets and salsa dancing events. Outdoor areas provide blankets for cooler evenings.

Atmosphere

Rooftop
Panoramic Views
Lively
Festive
Romantic
Social
Urban
Latin Inspired

Noise Level

Moderate to Loud

Lighting

Ambient evening lighting

Music

DJ Sets, Latin, Salsa

Features

Rooftop Seating
Outdoor Seating
Panoramic City Views
Bay Views
Heated Outdoor Area
Blankets Provided
Live DJ Events
Salsa Dancing Events
Full Food Menu
Natural Wine Selection
Spirit-Free Cocktails
Seasonal Cocktails
Holiday Decorations
Private Events Available
Our Ratings
8.2
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Overall Score

Our BCG weighted scoring system

Score Breakdown

Cocktail Quality

8.5

Service

8.0

Ambiance

9.0

Value

7.5

Accessibility

7.0

✗ Not confirmed accessible

Located on 17th floor, elevator access required

Frequently Asked Questions(5)

Yes, Cavaña accepts reservations. Reservations available via website (https://www.cavanasf.com/reservations). Reservations recommended to guarantee seating, especially for groups and special events. Walk-ins welcome based on availability.

Cavaña is open 7 days a week. Friday: 16:00–01:00. Monday: 16:00–00:00. Sunday: 16:00–00:00. Tuesday: 16:00–00:00. Saturday: 14:00–01:00. Thursday: 16:00–00:00. Wednesday: 16:00–00:00.

Cavaña is known for: Latin American-inspired craft cocktails featuring premium spirits from Mexico, Peru, and South America. Signature drinks include milk-clarified Kiwi, frozen Mango with tepache, and Guayaba with rose petals. Extensive spirit-free options available. Food menu offers authentic Latin cuisine including ceviche clasico, quesabirria tacos, grilled octopus, and empanadas.

Cavaña is located in the Mission Bay neighborhood of San Francisco. The full address is 100 Channel Street, 17th Floor, San Francisco.

Cavaña is moderately priced, offering good value for quality cocktails. The price range is $$.

Good to Know

Food & Menu

✓ Food menu available

Latin American
Mexican
Peruvian
Tapas
Small Plates
Tacos
Seafood
Grilled Meats

Latin American-inspired craft cocktails featuring premium spirits from Mexico, Peru, and South America. Signature drinks include milk-clarified Kiwi, frozen Mango with tepache, and Guayaba with rose petals. Extensive spirit-free options available. Food menu offers authentic Latin cuisine including ceviche clasico, quesabirria tacos, grilled octopus, and empanadas.

Events & Classes

What People Say

Overall Sentiment:

positive

Guests Love

  • •Stunning panoramic rooftop views of San Francisco and the bay
  • •Creative and delicious Latin-inspired cocktails with seasonal specialties
  • •Fun and lively atmosphere with DJ sets and salsa dancing events
  • •Excellent food quality with authentic Latin American cuisine
  • •Attentive and helpful wait staff providing complementary drinks
  • •Beautiful holiday decorations and festive seasonal cocktails

Other Considerations

  • •Indoor seating can be loud for intimate conversations
  • •Limited regular-size table availability with tight seating for larger groups
  • •Menu may be lacking for those seeking full dinner options

Location

100 Channel Street, 17th Floor, San Francisco, US

Directions

37.774676, -122.390260

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Cocktail Menu

Signature Cocktails

House Specialties
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Kiwi

gin

condesa gin, singani, kiwi fresca, hoja santa, lime, milk clarified

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Guayaba

tequila

real del valle tequila reposado, guava, rose petals, vanilla, mommenpop grapefruit aperitif, lime

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Banano

rum

santa teresa 1796 rum, banana milk, px sherry, coffee liqueur, cold brew float

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Nopal

gin

condesa, sweet pepper, cactus liqueur, blanc vermouth, tonic water

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Zacate limon

mezcal

mal bien lemongrass mezcal, lillet blanc aperitif, celery, lemon, tonic water

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Mango

whisky

santa teresa 1796 rum, mango, coconut, pineapple tepache, lime, tajín, frozen

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Sandia

tequila

the lost explorer tequila blanco, mexican cucumber gin, aloe, watermelon, hibiscus gum, lime, serrano

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Tamarindo

rum

santa teresa 1796 rum, clarified tamarind, seville orange aperitif, amaro

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Papaya

pisco

capurro pisco acholado, papaya, lime leaf, st. germain, bianco vermouth

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Cavaña Paloma

tequila

patron silver, grapefruit aperitif, house grapefruit soda, lime, ON DRAFT

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Full Menu

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Pisco Punch

pisco

capurro pisco acholado, guanábana, absinthe, pineapple gum, lemon

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Caipirinha

cachaça

novo fogo cachaça, fresh limes, raw sugar

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Naked & Famous

mezcal

mal bien mezcal espadín, strawberry aperitif, yucatan coconut, strega, lime

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Michelada

beer

mexican lager, house michelada mix

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Piña Colada

rum

bacardi ocho & jamaican rum, coconut, pineapple, lime

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Oaxacan

tequila

arette tequila reposado, mal bien mezcal espadín, ancho demerara, mole bitters, flamed orange

Maracuyá

almave agave spirit, wilderton citrus, aperitivo, passionfruit agave, lime (Spirit-free)

Guava Fresca

blood orange aperitivo, fresh lime, guava, soda water (Spirit-free)

Michelada-Nada

NA cerveza, house michelada mix (Spirit-free)

Phoney Mezcal Negroni

peruvian agave distillate, pathfinder amaro, abstinence blood orange aperitif (Spirit-free)

Chicha Morada

peruvian fruit punch, pineapple, apple, purple corn, cinnamon (Spirit-free)

Bananito

spiced banana oat milk, cold brew float (Spirit-free)

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