Smuggler's Cove
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Bienvenidos a Smuggler's Cove, un rincón único en la Alameda donde la aventura y el buen ambiente se dan la mano. Sumérgete en nuestra decoración náutica mientras disfrutas de una selección inigualable de cócteles exóticos y una colección de más de 700 rones que te transportarán a tierras lejanas. ¡...
Bienvenidos a Smuggler's Cove, un rincón único en la Alameda donde la aventura y el buen ambiente se dan la mano. Sumérgete en nuestra decoración náutica mientras disfrutas de una selección inigualable de cócteles exóticos y una colección de más de 700 rones que te transportarán a tierras lejanas. ¡Te esperamos para vivir una experiencia inolvidable!
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Smuggler's Cove is a highly recommended tiki bar known for its extensive and amazing drink menu, knowledgeable and friendly staff, and fun, immersive atmosphere. Expect a wait, but it's worth it for the strong, fantastic drinks and unique decor.
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Tip: Arrive early, as there's often a line, especially on weekends. Be prepared for strong drinks!
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Smuggler's Cove es troba a Alameda, envoltat de llocs d'interès cultural i històric. Aquests són alguns dels punts més destacats als voltants.
Patrimoni Històric
- St. Paulus Lutheran Church (A 323m) — church building in San Francisco, United States of America Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
Museus
- Museum of the City of San Francisco (A 384m) — American nonprofit organization
Edificis Religiosos
- St. Bruno's Church (A 688m) — church building in United States of America
Parcs i Jardins
- Memorial Court (A 203m) — park in San Francisco County, California, United States of America
- Jefferson Square Playground (A 339m)
- Civic Center Plaza (A 516m) — park in San Francisco, California, USA
- Marshall Square (A 663m) — park in the United States of America
Altres Llocs d'Interès
- Opera Plaza (A 310m) — building in San Francisco, California, United States
- Biblioteca Pública de San Francisco (A 649m) — biblioteca
- 10 S. Van Ness Ave (A 658m) — proposed high rise building in San Francisco, California
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Opinions de Smuggler's Cove Alameda
Ambiance was great. Small and cozy. Got the Hot Buttered Rum and it was soo smooth. They have an upper loft and a basement.
Very fun place. Definitely my favorite stop for the night. Very crowded, but we got our drinks fast and they were delicious!!
Picked this place because it was only a 10 min walk from our hotel, we were not disappointed. We had to wait outside for a couple of minutes. The bouncer was super nice. Pretty packed for a Wednesday. The staff were great and the drinks tasted amazing!
The best rum cocktails in California. The staff was very friendly and had great knowledge of cocktails and different kinds of rum. Wish the music was just a little louder. It seemed like they had a great playlist.
Great Tiki Bar in the city, one of my favorites. Massive cocktail menu, knowledgeable bartenders, amazing vibes, super fun ambiance. Not super easy to spot from the street, can also get busy. Every time I come to the bay, I try to make time to come here. Don’t sleep on Smugglers Cove. One of my favorite Tiki Mugs came from here, would be great if they had shirts or coasters, I try to collect them from the tiki bars that I visit all over.
Definitely one of my favorite tiki bars. I try to hit it every time I’m in San Francisco. Their drinks are excellent and the decor succeeds at making you forget that a bustling city exists on the other side of the walls. The owners, Martin and Rebecca Cate, are tiki royalty but incredibly approachable, humble, kind people. Give this tiki institution a visit.
The cream of the crop. Amazing catalog of rums, huge menu full of consistently well made drinks, some of the best bartenders in the world, amazing decor. What's not to love? It can get busy, but it's always operated like a well-oiled machine no matter how crowded. Must visit for anyone interested in quality craft cocktails, especially exotic ones.
Have wanted to visit this iconic tiki bar for a long time and we finally made it. They did not disappoint. Staff was awesome with knowledge and recommendations and the drinks were amazing. Went twice in three days to take it all in. If you can get there when they open, you may get lucky enough to sit at one of the two bars.
We've been here twice and both times it was a wonderful experience. We sat both times at the bar just inside the entrance, which was great because it's small and intimate. (note: We were only able to snag those seats by being first in line when they opened). Every drink has been outstanding, and the service is great - for such a storied place the bartenders are very friendly and helpful with suggestions. If you are into tiki cocktails this should be a bucket list item.
I would love to make this my local watering hole. I love the atmosphere here it's perfectly named Smugglers Cove. There's a nondescript black door to enter. At ground level there's a small bar with 4-5 stools. The lavatory is also located on the ground level. I prefer the underground level more seating chairs and bench seats. Excellent people watching and ear jocking. If found my hibiscus rum fused beverage.
Smugglers cove is the cutest tiki bar! Beautiful decor What a drink menu, it’s so good! Many cocktails to choose from and the bartenders are phenomenal. The drinks here are an art form and the presentation was excellent Sat with our group in lower level it was pretty warm in there! Must stop if you in the area!
I don’t understand what the 1-star reviews talking about. The service was amazing. After telling the barkeeper once my name he called me after my name. Our drinks were done under 10min. Very friendly stuff. I can recommend to come before the rush like around 9pm. It’s easy to spent there 3-4h.
Some of the best tiki vibes you can find at a tiki bar. Even has a 2 story water fall! Drinks are top notch across the board. You do have to order at the bar at this establishment. They’ll call your name when your drinks are ready. Many tiki bars I’ve been to in the past will have someone wait on you. It can be a little busy at times. A little disappointed that there were no fiery drinks or group drinks.
Pretty cool bar with lots of decorations and artifacts! Drinks are strong and tasty, and there’s a broad selection. Three floors so you have options on seating and vibes!
Bartenders were great, helped us get 2 seats when things were busy. I planned on having more than one drink, but they warned me, they make em strong! I chose the Undead Gentleman. Tasty. Shout-out out to Melissa, she'll take good care of you, and she loves to pose for pictures, so head on down and let her know she's appreciated!
Legendary place with historic artifact for decoration, It was a pleasure to meet the Smuggler's Cove crew, great people, Huge selection of cocktails and rums. I recommend coming at the opening to get a good seat.
Great atmosphere very relaxing very accommodating and friendly staff. One thing you might not realize is there are only about 10 bar seats on the first floor so if you want to seat at the bar, make sure you get there early.
This place! So mysterious and adorable! When you first walk in you’re like, “Oh my where am I going?” Then you enter this super cute place and you see a different place here in San Francisco. You are transported to Captain Jake’s place or something. I don’t think I am doing it justice so you will have to try it yourself! Servers were so great and attentive and the drinks delicious! . I truly hope you #enjoy and keep following me on my journey to finding these gems and sharing them with you ❤️. All love!
The imagineering in this bar is amazing. So many details put in to make this one of the best immersive experiences. The drinks are also expertly crafted. We initially sat downstairs because we liked the energy coming from the bartenders and ample places to sit. But we did move to the upper level to take in more of the details. We’ll need to return several more times to enjoy more of the drinks we wanted to try. Super bummed that there were no mugs available. Next time!
What an absolute awesome place to have a good time. 3 floors, 2 bars and 100% fun and good times! We had never been and Melissa made us feel right at home. Great staff, smiling friendly faces and awesome drinks. We had a blast and the ace was packed. Can't wait to go back and have a blast! Thank you Smugglers Cove staff!
Came here before sushi dinner at Robin across the street and thought it was a great tiki bar! The bouncer was friendly and talkative, the drinks were quite strong (you'd better be ok with drinking a …
Came here before sushi dinner at Robin across the street and thought it was a great tiki bar! The bouncer was friendly and talkative, the drinks were quite strong (you'd better be ok with drinking …
Came here before sushi dinner at Robin across the street and thought it was a great tiki bar! The bouncer was friendly and talkative, the drinks were quite strong (you'd better be ok with drinking …
Best tiki drinks in the bay the car inside makes you feel you've been wicked away to another land. Music is right on target rum tasting with an education we will be back !don't miss the navy grog it'…
Best tiki drinks in the bay the car inside makes you feel you've been wicked away to another land. Music is right on target rum tasting with an education we will be back !don't miss the navy grog i…
Best tiki drinks in the bay the car inside makes you feel you've been wicked away to another land. music is right on target rum tasting with an education we will be back !don't miss the navy grog i…
My favorite tiki bar in SF. Great selection of rums, dark, tropical, and moody atmosphere, friendly and helpful bartenders, good crowd.\n\nWe always like to come here prior, whenever we can score res…
The drinks are always fantastic and the bartenders and managers are extremely knowledgeable about tiki drinks. Beware that the drinks are quite strong! They are expensive for a reason!\n\nSeati…
The drinks are always fantastic and the bartenders and managers are extremely knowledgeable about tiki drinks. Beware that the drinks are quite strong! They are expensive for a reason!\n\nSeating i…
Nice tiki bar with an extensive and fun menu. Cool decor and 3 levels. We went early on a saturday and almost all the seats were already taken. Expect a wait if you come during typical hours!
So perfect. If you love and understand tiki, try it. Delicious drinks - but even better, the staff was as wonderful as the drinks. Decor so great, and tucked away / unexpected. Go.
Hadn't been in a long time and was delighted to be back. Cozy 3 floor interior, cozy and great for a date night. Drinks are varied and fantastic and bar staff was attentive. Hard to see on the outs…
Hadn't been in a long time and was delighted to be back. Cozy 3 floor interior, cozy and great for a date night. Drinks are varied and fantastic and bar staff was attentive. Hard to see on the outs…
Had an amazing time on a Sunday night at this lovely, three story tiki bar! The mai tais and mojitos we had were flavorful and made with loveee. The service was also fast despite being a little bus…
waited quite awhile to come inside here, but this was one of my favorite bars I've been to in SF! I felt wonderfully immersed in this pirate ship, and especially loved the downstairs bar area with …
Mmmmmm!!!!! Yummy yummy YUMMY!! Wow oh wow, this place is great! \nHighly recommend arriving early - there's always a line, but it's definitely worth the wait. From the water fixture to the tiki gl…
no line around 8pm on a friday and was able to get table downstairs! clean bathroom:) puka punch was really good
Fantastic Tiki bar, this is a must try. Even with three floors and two bars, this place gets packed. There is a big range of drinks; from non alcoholic to the strongest. No food, just dirnks. Great…
Is there a better tiki bar in America? You might find ones that are more kitchy or have a more entertaining sideshow, but for my money, you won't find another tiki bar where the mixologists have the …
Without a doubt the best bar in San Francisco if not the world… The drinks were absolutely incredible and to be honest have changed rum forever as I now have to buy the expensive stuff rather than…
Without a doubt the best bar in San Francisco if not the world… The drinks were absolutely incredible and to be honest have changed rum forever as I now have to buy the expensive stuff rather than…
My sister and brother in law highly recommended this super classic tiki bar for a visit while we were in town for a birthday getaway. Loved it from the moment we stepped in. I suggest getting there r…
My sister and brother in law highly recommended this super classic tiki bar for a visit while we were in town for a birthday getaway. Loved it from the moment we stepped in. I suggest getting there…
The drinks, when you can choose one from the extensive amazing menu , they are amazing. The staff is so knowledgeable and so friendly you felt right at home. I can’t wait to go back.
The drinks, when you can choose one from the extensive amazing menu , they are amazing. The staff is so knowledgeable and so friendly you felt right at home. I can’t wait to go back.
The drinks, when you can choose one from the extensive amazing menu , they are amazing. The staff is so knowledgeable and so friendly you felt right at home. I can’t wait to go back.
While it does take a while to get in sometimes and space can be limited I would say it is worth it. The drinks are awesome and the whole bar is decorated super fun. I would highly recommend going i…
A solid tiki bar and ambience is great. Good classics, strong spins on new drinks, and a great place to enjoy with a few friends. This was the first place my wife and I went to after we got engaged. POETIC
Worth dropping by for a drink, although not really designed to hang out. Strong drinks and limited seating kind of make you feel like you’re intended to move along. Drinks were really tasty and aesthetically presented, and the line outside moved pretty quickly, so I’d go again if in town, but wouldn’t be a regular. A worthwhile novelty to experience at least once.
It's definitely a tiki bar. The drinks were strong and delicious. The decor was great, though the "waterfall" was a bit underwhelming. The bartender was friendly and skilled and the clientele was respectful and pleasant. Unsurprisingly, it got more overcrowded the later we stayed on a random Wednesday, so don't expect a quiet drink after happy hour, even on a weekday. I'd probably go back, but it felt underwhelming somehow after all the hype when it opened. Also, parking absolutely sucks in the neighborhood, so it's best to get there via transit or Lyft.
Such a classic spot, generally a fan, but a plea from us tee-totallers--please put together a mocktail menu. Over three or four visits in the last year I've offered totally different descriptions of what I'd like to the bartender (not too sweet and bitters-driven; something citrussy and nuanced; tangy and herby) and I always, always, am given some variation of passionfruit + coconut cream. By the time I realize I've been fooled again the well-earned crowd closes in and I'm not going to be that guy and wait around to send the drink back so I just sulk away disappointed. A mocktail menu with a variety of flavor profiles would solve this, please & thank you
This is an amazing part of tiki history, worth visiting at least once. The service was good. The drinks were solid, though leaned sweeter than I expected, especially the Zombie (not pictured). My favorite was the Rum Barrel. The presentation of the drinks was somewhat understated. I think “tiki culture” has come a long way, with incredible bars in SF and elsewhere. Perhaps Smuggler’s Cove hasn’t quite kept up. Still a great spot and worth a visit though!
Extensive rum list! Tasty Tiki Drinks! Atmosphere was cool. Bar located on the first floor and lower level. Very cool decor. Would love to come back. Would probably bring printed menus back instead of just QR codes. Overall great spot!
We checked the top tiki lounge list in California so we had to try it while in San Francisco. \nThe line was long with a 40 min wait so we were expecting so much. \nThere was no food or snacks avai…
Smuggler's Cove was a fun atmosphere with some room for improvement!\n\nWe ordered a fair amount of drinks, I prefer mine on the sweeter side and with clear liquors. I personally ordered a painkill…
overrated, cramped, and a focus on drinks for people who don't actually like drinks. For ages this has been the go-to bar recommendation from people who don't actually live in SF and if they sugges…
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650 Gough St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Alameda, CA 94102
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Smuggler's Cove: Alameda's Portal to a Rum-Fueled Paradise
Alright, listen up, because I’ve got to tell you about a spot that’s truly something special, right here in Alameda. It’s called Smuggler's Cove, and if you're even a little bit into tiki culture or just a fantastic cocktail, you absolutely need to experience it.Stepping inside Smuggler's Cove is like being whisked away to another world entirely. Seriously, it's not just a bar; it’s an immersive experience. The atmosphere is dark, tropical, and wonderfully moody, with a super fun ambiance tha...
Smuggler's Cove: Alameda's Potent Tiki Escape
Alright, so you know how sometimes you just need to get away, even if it's just for an hour or two? Well, let me tell you about a spot right here in Alameda that’s pure magic: Smuggler's Cove. It’s not just a bar; it’s an entire experience, a proper tiki escape that genuinely makes you feel like you've been whisked off to some faraway island, far from the everyday grind.The moment you step inside, the vibe hits you immediately. Forget your worries; the place is decked out, complete with an ac
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