Historic Castro District · San Francisco · Est. 2025

The
Lobby Bar

Speakeasy soul, craft cocktail history, and a damn good time — for everyone.

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Our Story

History Poured Into Every Glass

Tucked into the ground floor of Hotel Castro in San Francisco's historic Castro District, The Lobby Bar is a speakeasy-inspired craft cocktail bar built for everyone. A place where vintage curiosities and LGBTQ+ artifacts share space with genuinely great drinks and genuine community.

Every syrup is made in house. Every juice is cold pressed and freshly squeezed. Our spirits are carefully curated — a large, thoughtful selection that prioritizes character and story over the obvious choice. We honor cocktail history and aren't afraid to throw a party while doing it.

House Craft
All syrups made fresh in-house, always
Fresh Pressed
Cold pressed & freshly squeezed juices
The History
Every drink rooted in real cocktail culture
For Everyone
No attitude. Great drinks & real community.
The Lobby Bar interior
The Lobby Bar atmosphere
The Lobby Bar speakeasy detail
Angel Without Wings cocktail
Angel Without Wings
Castro Swizzle cocktail
Castro Swizzle
D-E-Rye Hire cocktail
D-E-Rye Hire
High Fashion cocktail
High Fashion
Idol Hands cocktail
Idol Hands
Le Daiquiri de Maquis cocktail
Le Daiquiri de Maquis
Menus

Something for Everyone

Fresh-squeezed juices, house syrups, thoughtfully curated spirits, and food built to pair. View our full menus below.

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Craft Cocktails · Zero Proof · Wine & Beer
Cocktail Menu
12 craft cocktails rooted in history, zero-proof and low-ABV options, a full wine list, and rotating local beers.
$12–$17 cocktails Zero proof always available
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Small Plates · Snacks · Dessert
Food Menu
Small plates and bar snacks designed to pair with what's in your glass. Gluten-free options, shareable formats, and a rotating dessert.
Pão de Queijo Waffles Gyoza & Wings Gluten-free options
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The Experience

Why The Lobby Bar

01
Fresh Every Time
Cold pressed and freshly squeezed juices, all syrups made in house. No bottles. No corners cut.
02
The Selection
A large, curated spirits list — familiar favorites alongside genuinely rare finds. Always something new to discover.
03
History & Story
Every cocktail has context. Vintage curiosities and real LGBTQ+ history on every wall.
04
For Everyone
Speakeasy soul. Party energy. No dress code. No attitude. Just great drinks and great people.
Tasting Experiences

Drink Deeper.
Know More.

We offer guided tasting experiences for curious drinkers and groups who want to go beyond the menu. From intimate private sessions to group explorations, every tasting is led by our bartenders and rooted in cocktail history.

Inquire About a Tasting
Private Experience On Request
Private Guided Tasting
A fully curated experience for your group. Choose a spirit category or let our bartenders guide you. Includes a selection of neat pours, context on each spirit, and the history behind every glass. Pairs beautifully with small plates.
Fully Private
Min. 6 Guests
Custom to Your Group
Group Experience Bookable
Group Tasting
Perfect for larger gatherings, team outings, or anyone who wants a structured but fun exploration of spirits. Our bartenders walk the group through a curated selection of pours with stories and context at every step.
Groups Welcome
Structured & Social
Spirits & Cocktails
Public Event Ticketed
Spirit Spotlight Series
Monthly public tasting events open to all. Each evening focuses on one spirit category — rum, whiskey, mezcal, and more — guided by our bartenders with pours and cocktails throughout. Follow us for upcoming dates.
Monthly
Limited Seats
All Levels Welcome
Follow us for upcoming events — new tastings announced monthly
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Private Events

Make It
Unforgettable.

The Lobby Bar is available for full venue buyouts. Intimate enough to feel exclusive, vibrant enough to be a real party. Our team handles everything — custom cocktail menus, curated small plates, and the kind of atmosphere you can't manufacture.

We've hosted launch parties, milestone celebrations, guided cocktail classes, wedding after-parties, and everything in between.

Full Venue Buyout
Up to 70 guests
Half Buyout
Up to 30 guests
Milestone Celebrations
Birthdays · Anniversaries
Cocktail History Class
Guided & interactive
Private Tasting Experience
Spirit & cocktail pairings
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We respond within 24 hours
Earn While You Drink

Your Points Programs Work Here

Every dollar you spend at The Lobby Bar automatically earns points toward the rewards programs you already love. Just pay with your linked card — no check-in, no fuss.

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MileagePlus
Dining
United Airlines
Earn United MileagePlus miles on every visit. Link your MileagePlus number to your credit or debit card at mpdining.com to start earning automatically.
Earn miles on every dollar spent
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Hilton
Honors Dining
Hilton Hotels & Resorts
Earn Hilton Honors points when you dine with us. Register your card at hiltondining.com and points post automatically to your account after each visit.
Earn Honors points on every dollar spent
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Marriott Bonvoy
Dining
Marriott International
Earn Marriott Bonvoy points every time you visit. Link your card at marriottbonvoydining.com — your points will post within a few days of your visit.
Earn Bonvoy points on every dollar spent
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Blackbird
Loyalty
Blackbird.xyz
Earn points and unlock perks directly through the Blackbird app — built for independent restaurants and bars. Check in, earn rewards, and get exclusive benefits just for being a regular.
Download the Blackbird app to get started
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For MileagePlus, Hilton Honors, and Marriott Bonvoy — register your payment card with each program's dining portal and earning is automatic from there. For Blackbird, download the app at blackbird.xyz and check in on your next visit.

Hours & Location

Come Find
Your Spot

  • MondayClosed
  • Tuesday5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
  • Wednesday5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
  • Thursday5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
  • Friday5:00 PM – 12:00 AM
  • Saturday4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
  • Sunday3:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Find Us
4230 18th Street
San Francisco, CA 94114
Historic Castro District · Ground Floor of Hotel Castro
Instagram
@thelobbybarsf
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Get In Touch

Reach Out

Questions about events, reservations, tasting nights, or just want to say hello — send us a message and we'll get back to you within 24 hours.

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Address
4230 18th Street
San Francisco, CA 94114
Historic Castro District · Ground Floor of Hotel Castro
Instagram
@thelobbybarsf
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