John Foley's Dueling Piano Bar
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About John Foley's Dueling Piano Bar
John Foley's Dueling Piano Bar offers a quintessential San Francisco experience with a unique blend of old-school vibes and lively entertainment. Guests consistently praise the highly entertaining pianists who engage directly with the audience, making every visit memorable. The warm atmosphere featu...
John Foley's Dueling Piano Bar offers a quintessential San Francisco experience with a unique blend of old-school vibes and lively entertainment. Guests consistently praise the highly entertaining pianists who engage directly with the audience, making every visit memorable. The warm atmosphere features a great beer selection and signature cocktails like the Old Smoky, complemented by friendly, attentive staff. While primarily known for its live performances and dancing, the venue also provides appetizers to accompany your drink. With its accessible entrance and energetic nightly schedule from 9 PM to midnight, this quirky bar remains a top recommendation for visitors and locals alike seeking an unforgettable night of music and camaraderie.
What Customers Say About John Foley's Dueling Piano Bar
John Foley's Dueling Piano Bar is a lively spot known for its entertaining dueling piano shows, friendly staff, and great atmosphere. Customers rave about the talented musicians and fun, engaging performances. Some reviewers mentioned rude door staff and cover charges.
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Tip: Be prepared for a cover charge ($10-$20). Tipping the pianists for requests is encouraged for a personalized and entertaining experience.
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John Foley's Dueling Piano Bar San Francisco Reviews
Great time as always, working up a good crowd with their energy and music.
Great atmosphere and great pianists!
Always have a great time. their pricier cover charge is worth it given the pianist are always fantastic. the cocktails are kind of hit and miss, highly recommend the old smokey. very friendly staff and vibes. desserts are good too.
We love Jonny Foley's Dueling Pianos, this is such a great place to go when visiting San Francisco. We have been multiple times, more than we can count and we ALWAYS have a great time. The musicians are so much fun and extremely talented. The menu is small, fries and sides, but tasty, only wish we could order the shepherds pie from the restaurant menu. If you're in the city, stop by Foley's - it's a blast!
20$ cover charge. Very unique, low-key atmosphere with people dancing and funny pianists making jokes.
Always have a great time. their pricier cover charge is worth it given the pianist are always fantastic. the cocktails are kind of hit and miss, highly recommend the old smokey. very friendly staff and vibes. desserts are good too.
We love Jonny Foley's Dueling Pianos, this is such a great place to go when visiting San Francisco. We have been multiple times, more than we can count and we ALWAYS have a great time. The musicians are so much fun and extremely talented. The menu is small, fries and sides, but tasty, only wish we could order the shepherds pie from the restaurant menu. If you're in the city, stop by Foley's - it's a blast!
20$ cover charge. Very unique, low-key atmosphere with people dancing and funny pianists making jokes.
Great time as always, working up a good crowd with their energy and music.
Great atmosphere and great pianists!
Had an amazing time when visiting San Francisco, stumbling upon this quirky little piano bar! $10 each entry but well worth it as The Duelling Piano guys were so entertaining and awesome musicians. We asked for requests and gave them between a $10-20 tip each time and they did not disappoint! We ended up dancing and having a wonderful time. Staff very friendly. We had great night out on April 28th, 2023.
The show was well worth the cover! Very entertaining and engaging pianists who knew basically every song the audience threw their way.
Been here a few times over the years. A brilliant bar, best dueling piano bar I've been to!
Super cool, old school vibes, from the 18th century. Check it out. Great cocktails, great beer selection.
Nice atmosphere, the place was crowded! It will depend on which songs people ask but I doubt that it can be bad. They told us at the bar upstairs that they have food but it's mostly appetizers, don't go hungry!
A very nice and friendly bar! The live “piano”-music was amazing and I had a lot of fun there! The staff was so friendly and kind! Absolutely to repeat :)
Amazing place , staff fantastic , food top class , dual piano was best I have seen , a must see bar and music if in San Francisco!!
Great show! You've got to make it out you can! $10 cover.
SF classic. Guinness beer and Jameson whiskey is a good start for a good time.
Jasper is a great host. Chicken wings Buffalo nicely spicy. 😋
So fun! Music was great, the greeter was very nice and the bartenders were quick, kind and efficient.
So fun! Music was great, the greeter was very nice and the bartenders were quick, kind and efficient.
Been here a few times over the years. A brilliant bar, best dueling piano bar I've been to!
Super cool, old school vibes, from the 18th century. Check it out. Great cocktails, great beer selection.
The show was well worth the cover! Very entertaining and engaging pianists who knew basically every song the audience threw their way.
SF classic. Guinness beer and Jameson whiskey is a good start for a good time.
Amazing place , staff fantastic , food top class , dual piano was best I have seen , a must see bar and music if in San Francisco!!
Great show! You've got to make it out you can! $10 cover.
Jasper is a great host. Chicken wings Buffalo nicely spicy. 😋
Had an amazing time when visiting San Francisco, stumbling upon this quirky little piano bar! $10 each entry but well worth it as The Duelling Piano guys were so entertaining and awesome musicians. We asked for requests and gave them between a $10-20 tip each time and they did not disappoint! We ended up dancing and having a wonderful time. Staff very friendly. We had great night out on April 28th, 2023.
A very nice and friendly bar! The live “piano”-music was amazing and I had a lot of fun there! The staff was so friendly and kind! Absolutely to repeat :)
Nice atmosphere, the place was crowded! It will depend on which songs people ask but I doubt that it can be bad. They told us at the bar upstairs that they have food but it's mostly appetizers, don't go hungry!
Brilliant night, the musicians were phenomenal and the bar service was top notch. Perfect venue for a classy but fun date night. Bouncer on the door could be nicer.
Reasonable bar prices and not too crowded. Always good fun.
Brilliant night, the musicians were phenomenal and the bar service was top notch. Perfect venue for a classy but fun date night. Bouncer on the door could be nicer.
Reasonable bar prices and not too crowded. Always good fun.
Wish I could give it zero stars. Doorman was incredibly rude and insulted me in a dehumanizing way for no reason. Any place that would have someone like that on staff doesn’t deserve your business.
Woman at the front was so rude and a 20$ cover charge on a Friday night per person is crazy. Lost a group of 5 of us lol. The Irish bar next door was way better. Go there instead
Wish I could give it zero stars. Doorman was incredibly rude and insulted me in a dehumanizing way for no reason. Any place that would have someone like that on staff doesn’t deserve your business.
Woman at the front was so rude and a 20$ cover charge on a Friday night per person is crazy. Lost a group of 5 of us lol. The Irish bar next door was way better. Go there instead
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