Phone Booth
Phone Booth is a charming dive bar that offers a nostalgic atmosphere with its old-school jukebox and pool table. The establishment is known for its friendly and welcoming staff, who contribute to a cozy and inviting environment. The drinks are reasonably priced, and the bar features a cash-only policy with an on-site ATM for convenience. Despite some occasional service inconsistencies, the overall experience is generally positive.
The bar's authentic and unpretentious vibe makes it a standout spot in San Francisco. While some visitors have reported less-than-stellar interactions, the majority appreciate the relaxed setting and the opportunity to enjoy a casual drink in a unique, retro-inspired space. It's a place worth visiting for those seeking a genuine bar experience.
Features and services of Phone Booth
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Spirits
- Wine
Dining options
- Outside food allowed
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
Payments
- Cash only
Phone Booth is in position 16 out of 37 in gay bars in San Francisco
Customer Reviews
Phone Booth has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on over 246 reviews on Google
There aren’t enough places like Phone Booth anymore. There’s no gimmick, it’s just got that genuine intangible thing that’s tough to describe. So I won’t try to. If you’re in the area, you should pop in and have a drink.
A wonderful, real bar. Immediately at home. Amazing old-school jukebox. The owners were absolutely fascinating to talk with. And Liz, the bartender, made the entire experience so perfect ❣️
Chill dive bar offering a juke box and pool table $2 p/game
Stopped in here tonight on a visit to San Francisco. The bartender, Liz, was very friendly and welcoming to me and my friends! Drinks were reasonably priced ($1 discount on beer for happy hour) and the atmosphere was cool. Cash only but they do have an ATM on site.
My favorite bar in SF ! A nice and cosy bar, great drinks , amazing margaritas. Feels safe , super nice bartenders
Order my first beer and open a pack of cards to play with friends. Bartender says dont play at the bar. Fair, albeit delivered in a rude manner. Then goes on to say its polite to tip your bartender. Its a cash only bar. I usually tip when i leave…at the end of my tab? Communicated this and it ended up being extremely awkward throughout the drink. Obviously did not tip after that 🙁
Rudest staff I've ever encountered. I've never felt more uncomfortable in a bar. Incredibly aggressive. I'm nice AF, I was a chef, I know how hard the service industry is. I didn't order anything complicated. I was drinking bourbon and beer, there was only like 8 other people in the bar. Not busy at all. Never setting foot here ever again.
Information about Phone Booth
Address
Phone Booth is located at 1398 S Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94110, United States
Business Hours
Monday: 15:00–02:00
Tuesday: 15:00–02:00
Wednesday: 15:00–02:00
Thursday: 15:00–02:00
Friday: 08:00–02:00
Saturday: 08:00–02:00
Sunday: 08:00–02:00