Tell Harry what you fancy.

Ten places worth leaving the house for. Harry reads the review-site noise, spots the tourist traps, and hands over a shortlist before the kettle's boiled.

Be honest with him. He doesn't judge.

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Rank 1.
House of Prime Rib
steak-house · british · San Francisco
JBF · Semifinalist '26Eater 38
San Francisco institution that actually delivers on the prime rib—rich, properly aged, and they know what they're doing with a wine list.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Occasion Worthy
4 min · $$$ · ClosedToday · 16:00 — 22:00G4.7T4.4Y4.2MS
Google4.7(7.3k)Yelp4.2(10k)Tripadvisor4.4(1.8k)
WarningJacket recommended, prices match the prestige, and you're paying for the room as much as the meat.
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Rank 2.
The Crafty Fox Ale House
pub · gastropub · San Francisco
Gastropub that takes its beer and food seriously without the pretension—solid execution at reasonable prices.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Smart Spend
5 min · $$ · Open nowToday · 12:00 — 00:00G4.6T4.5Y4.3MS
Google4.6(928)Yelp4.3(295)Tripadvisor4.5(17)
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Rank 3.
The Pig and Whistle
bar · pub · San Francisco
Proper British pub energy, cheap, and doesn't try to be anything it's not.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Smart Spend
6 min · $ · Open nowToday · 11:30 — 02:00G4.6T4.3Y4.0MS
Google4.6(642)Yelp4.0(556)Tripadvisor4.3(25)
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Rank 4.
Lost Marbles Brewery
brewpub · pub · San Francisco
Brewpub with house beers worth ordering and food that pairs with them intentionally.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Solid Pick
3 min · $$ · Open nowToday · 12:00 — 01:00G4.5TY4.0MS
Google4.5(390)Yelp4.0(138)Tripadvisornot on tripadvisor2/ 3 sources
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Rank 5.
Johnny Foley's Irish House
irish-pub · pub · San Francisco
Live music and Irish pub chaos if that's your scene; decent beer selection and the energy is real.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Solid Pick
6 min · $$ · Open nowToday · 11:00 — 01:30G4.4T4.1Y3.9MS
Google4.4(3.8k)Yelp3.9(1.6k)Tripadvisor4.1(1.4k)
WarningTourist-heavy, can get loud and crowded—go for the vibe, not the quiet meal.
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Rank 6.
The Kezar Pub
pub · sports-bar · San Francisco
Solid neighborhood sports bar with actual regulars and no pretense.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Solid Pick
4 min · $$ · Open nowToday · 06:00 — 02:00G4.4TY3.8MS
Google4.4(1.1k)Yelp3.8(834)Tripadvisor31 reviews
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Rank 7.
Nickie's
pub · sports-bar · San Francisco
Classic dive bar energy with decent wings and a crowd that knows what it wants.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Solid Pick
4 min · $$ · Open nowToday · 10:00 — 02:00G4.4TY3.9MS
Google4.4(372)Yelp3.9(460)Tripadvisor5 reviews
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Rank 8.
Woodbury
sports-bar · pub · San Francisco
Straightforward sports bar that doesn't overcomplicate things.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Solid Pick
8 min · $$ · ClosedToday · 16:00 — 02:00G4.3TY3.9MS
Google4.3(437)Yelp3.9(297)Tripadvisor13 reviews
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Rank 9.
The Blarney Stone Bar
irish-pub · pub · San Francisco
Cheap Irish pub with character and a loyal crowd.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Solid Pick
5 min · $ · Open nowToday · 12:00 — 02:00G4.4T3.4Y3.9MS
Google4.4(301)Yelp3.9(261)Tripadvisor3.4(5)
- Google's into it. Tripadvisor isn't. Locals are louder here.
WarningGoogle ratings don't match reality here—Yelp and TripAdvisor tell a more honest story.
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Rank 10.
Golden Gate Tap Room
sports-bar · pub · San Francisco
Video arcade plus beer is a solid combo if you're looking for low-key fun.
Harry HungryHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
Worth ItWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Verdict: Solid Pick
6 min · $$ · Open nowToday · 11:00 — 02:00G4.2T3.8Y3.4MS
Google4.2(3.1k)Yelp3.4(1.2k)Tripadvisor3.8(218)
- Google is clapping. Yelp is sulking. Harry split the difference.
WarningRatings are inflated on Google—the gap between platforms suggests inconsistent execution.
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Tell Harry what you fancy.

House of Prime Rib

The Crafty Fox Ale House

The Pig and Whistle

Lost Marbles Brewery

Johnny Foley's Irish House

The Kezar Pub

Nickie's

Woodbury

The Blarney Stone Bar

Golden Gate Tap Room