McTeague’s Saloon – San Francisco’s Hidden Gem with Heart Being new to San Francisco, McTeague’s was one of the first bars I stumbled into — and I’ve been thankful ever since. It’s not just a bar, it’s the kind of place where strangers become your drinking buddies, and regulars feel like family. Some of my closest friends today? Met ’em right here over a Guinness and a few games of pool. The bartenders are solid — friendly, quick, and always on their game even when it’s packed. There’s a strong “locals-built-this” vibe, and you can tell the regulars have shaped the character of the place just as much as the brick and mortar. No food served, but that’s actually a plus — you’re welcome to bring your own in. And with pizza, Chinese, burgers, and Thai food all within a couple blocks, you’re basically set for whatever craving you’ve got mid-session. Tons of TVs make it a great spot for catching a game, and they go all out for UFC nights. If you’re looking for a real-deal neighborhood bar with personality, a pint, and good people — McTeague’s delivers.

People are friendly. Bar is welcoming. You’re able to hear each other talk.

My friends and I were in town for a show and looking for a spot to catch UFC 324 over dinner. Our hotel bartender pointed us toward McTeague’s, and it was a great recommendation! They have a fantastic "outside food welcome" policy, so we grabbed pizzas from across the street and headed in. The staff was incredibly cool about it..I even double-checked, and they didn’t miss a beat. Jason was our bartender for the night and he was absolute magic..he kept the Vodka Red Bulls flowing and the vibes high. We started at the bar..made friends with some of the other bar guests..and eventually migrated to the benches in the back to mingle and watch the fights. Great drinks..great company..and just an all around 10/10 atmosphere. If you're in SF and want a chill bar to hang out with come to McTeague's. If I am in SF and want to watch the fight I will definitely come here again!

Loved it! Stopped in for a Guinness and the atmosphere was perfect. Great pour and goofy stuff on the walls!! They even had a pool table

Good safe sports bar. No food only drinks. Got food from pizza place opposite the bar.

Tiffany H.

My friends and I were in town for a show and looking for a spot to catch UFC 324 over dinner. Our hotel bartender pointed us toward McTeague’s, and it was a great recommendation! They have a fantastic "outside food welcome" policy, so we grabbed pizzas from across the street and headed in. The staff was incredibly cool about it..I even double-checked, and they didn’t miss a beat. Jason was our bartender for the night and he was absolute magic..he kept the Vodka Red Bulls flowing and the vibes high. We started at the bar..made friends with some of the other bar guests..and eventually migrated to the benches in the back to mingle and watch the fights. Great drinks..great company..and just an all around 10/10 atmosphere. If you're in SF and want a chill bar to hang out with come to McTeague's. If I am in SF and want to watch the fight I will definitely come here again!

Anita Gharat

Good safe sports bar. No food only drinks. Got food from pizza place opposite the bar.

Matthew MacLeod

Loved it! Stopped in for a Guinness and the atmosphere was perfect. Great pour and goofy stuff on the walls!! They even had a pool table

Michele Campbell

People are friendly. Bar is welcoming. You’re able to hear each other talk.

Michael Hotton

McTeague’s Saloon – San Francisco’s Hidden Gem with Heart Being new to San Francisco, McTeague’s was one of the first bars I stumbled into — and I’ve been thankful ever since. It’s not just a bar, it’s the kind of place where strangers become your drinking buddies, and regulars feel like family. Some of my closest friends today? Met ’em right here over a Guinness and a few games of pool. The bartenders are solid — friendly, quick, and always on their game even when it’s packed. There’s a strong “locals-built-this” vibe, and you can tell the regulars have shaped the character of the place just as much as the brick and mortar. No food served, but that’s actually a plus — you’re welcome to bring your own in. And with pizza, Chinese, burgers, and Thai food all within a couple blocks, you’re basically set for whatever craving you’ve got mid-session. Tons of TVs make it a great spot for catching a game, and they go all out for UFC nights. If you’re looking for a real-deal neighborhood bar with personality, a pint, and good people — McTeague’s delivers.

I got the big breakfast and it was a bit too big. It did lack a bit of flavor but looks really creative. I would also say that the avocado smash looks so good but was too small lol. The atmosphere makes up for it. It is a beautiful Bohemian minimalist interior with gold rim lights with iconic egg lights. The warm feel of the space is roughened up with the hard washed white brick walls. If you come here for a date, it is a great place to hang out and chat. You're definitely here for the experience and not the food. The service was perfection. There wasn't a time when my glass of water was below half. 8.0/10

Nice watering hole, spacious, good ambiance and booze and beer selection.

I liked the feel of this bar. Pretty open space (but when we were there it was jam packed for a special event). The decor is nice and it feels like a very classic, cozy authentic bar. There are a couple rooms to be in, but the bathroom is pretty small. Line took about 10-15 minutes (but again it was an especially busy night).

The coolest bar in san francisco. Prices are cheaper than hollywood.

Nice local bar. Great spot for European soccer. Opens at 6am. Proper Guinness pour. $6 during the day

very cool joint. lots of hidden treasures. crusty clientele. bartenders that speak in NZ accents and make fun of you when you order a mixed drink.

Comfortable lounge with good video setup for sports or other events. Funky urban vibe mixed with young enthusiastic crowd. Full bar and good beer choices.

Asher Williamson

I got the big breakfast and it was a bit too big. It did lack a bit of flavor but looks really creative. I would also say that the avocado smash looks so good but was too small lol. The atmosphere makes up for it. It is a beautiful Bohemian minimalist interior with gold rim lights with iconic egg lights. The warm feel of the space is roughened up with the hard washed white brick walls. If you come here for a date, it is a great place to hang out and chat. You're definitely here for the experience and not the food. The service was perfection. There wasn't a time when my glass of water was below half. 8.0/10

Gus Chavez Jr

Nice watering hole, spacious, good ambiance and booze and beer selection.

Mason Severe

I liked the feel of this bar. Pretty open space (but when we were there it was jam packed for a special event). The decor is nice and it feels like a very classic, cozy authentic bar. There are a couple rooms to be in, but the bathroom is pretty small. Line took about 10-15 minutes (but again it was an especially busy night).

Andrew L PickfordIII

The coolest bar in san francisco. Prices are cheaper than hollywood.

Aldo Casanova

Nice local bar. Great spot for European soccer. Opens at 6am. Proper Guinness pour. $6 during the day

Jules C (popmonkey)

very cool joint. lots of hidden treasures. crusty clientele. bartenders that speak in NZ accents and make fun of you when you order a mixed drink.

Josef Aukee

Comfortable lounge with good video setup for sports or other events. Funky urban vibe mixed with young enthusiastic crowd. Full bar and good beer choices.

Great for watching the game. Large TVs, a lot of space, and lively crowd.

Joe Boys

Great for watching the game. Large TVs, a lot of space, and lively crowd.

This bartender was in a super bad mood and threw out my drinks without prompting. He made them, talked to another patron then threw my drinks out. I think he was frustrated and took it out on my order. Did not follow up with me or let me reorder. Really unprofessional experience at McTeagues.

G J

This bartender was in a super bad mood and threw out my drinks without prompting. He made them, talked to another patron then threw my drinks out. I think he was frustrated and took it out on my order. Did not follow up with me or let me reorder. Really unprofessional experience at McTeagues.

Oct 22, I went in and had 2 Guinness for about 17$ I tipped 7$ on top. Then I check the card I paid the total with and found they had charged me twice but adding a 80$ charge. I used to like coming here but probably never again now.

Mark

Oct 22, I went in and had 2 Guinness for about 17$ I tipped 7$ on top. Then I check the card I paid the total with and found they had charged me twice but adding a 80$ charge. I used to like coming here but probably never again now.