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Brass Tacks

Brass Tacks

Cocktail Bar$$$$
Hayes Valley, San Francisco
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    megan
    "Like the lights, love the Brass Smash."(5 Tips)
    Tom M.
    "My favorite bar in Hayes Valley, incredible cocktails"(2 Tips)
    Russell Allen E.
    "I still miss Marlena's."(3 Tips)
    John K.
    "Also, try the "on her Majesty's secret service" cocktail."(2 Tips)
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  • Renée V.heart icon on user image
    Renée VargasDecember 5, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    My favorite bar I'm Hayes Valley. A Saturday afternoon sitting at the table by the window with some of your best friends drinking a brass smash is the only way I want to live my life
    Upvoted Mar 9
  • Russell Allen E.heart icon on user image
    Russell Allen EsmusAugust 1, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    I still miss Marlena's. I do like the new decor though- and they kept the Santa collection! The drinks are good, staff nice enough. It attracts a crowd that feels sort of like the Marina, but it's ok.
  • Eater
    EaterOctober 31, 2013
    Brass Tacks ups the ante at Sunday Brunch with a DJ who spins classic R&B hits while patrons enjoy chicken & waffles (which usually sell out), stuffed brioche French toast and pork belly & grits.
    Upvoted 1 week ago
  • David P.
    David PragerMay 27, 2019
    Been here 10+ times
    Awesome to sit at the window w a cocktail and people watch Hayes Valley walking by ...
  • Kyle M.heart icon on user image
    Kyle MinorNovember 4, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Trust your bartenders; they know their stuff. The list is EXCELLENT & spirit-forward, but if nothing appeals (and it's not crazy), give them a spirit and maybe a flavor you like, and let them go.
  • Jennifer Y.
    Jennifer YipSeptember 16, 2014
    fantastic cocktails! gets a bit crowded near the front, tons of space near the back! don't get your hopes up in finding some place to sit though.
  • John K.
    John KhuuDecember 17, 2015
    This is that kind of place that is cozy and big enough to converse with friends or the people around you. Also they serve hot toddy's!
  • Liz M.heart icon on user image
    Liz McLean KnightSeptember 14, 2016
    The cocktails skew a little too sweet for my taste and the crowd is a bit bro-y. Two Sisters down the street has excellent cocktails and a more refined crowd.
  • Peter T.
    Peter TJuly 24, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    They do carry some nice belgian beers such as Rochefort 6 & Bernardus Abt 12 (among others). Very friendly staff & great vibe. Great floor :-)
  • Shinaheart icon on user image
    ShinaDecember 18, 2017
    Wow does this place get crowded easily. Great vibe and drinks during downtime, can get pretty overwhelming at peak times.
  • Stephanyheart icon on user image
    StephanySeptember 9, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Great place to go after suppenkuche for a decent cocktail. Almost never busy.
  • Matthew S.
    Matthew ScottJuly 8, 2013
    Serious drinks, serious decor. And by serious I mean they really put effort I to it all. A great replacement to Marlena's as my Hayes Valley watering hole
  • Nick I.heart icon on user image
    Nick IonitaNovember 2, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Bring in food from the food trucks in Octavia Green and do brunch here. The best Bloody Mary in the neighborhood.
  • Raj S.heart icon on user image
    Raj S.August 8, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Fun spot to grab a great cocktail in Hayes Valley. It can get very packed at night.
  • John K.
    John KiechelAugust 17, 2013
    Get there early and get a window seat. Also, try the "on her Majesty's secret service" cocktail. Yum!
  • Brad T.
    Brad TJanuary 2, 2015
    Hit and miss cocktails but the staff are nice. It's tradition for us on new years day.
  • Rachel
    RachelJuly 16, 2013
    STRONG drinks. Nice bartenders, but the Valley Club and Knife in the Water we had (both baby pink) left something to be desired taste-wise. Not bad, but not Absinthe or Trick Dog, either.
  • Ben G.
    Ben GianniniAugust 17, 2014
    Get some bar seats by the front window. Fabulous craft cocktail and beer list.
  • Russell Allen E.heart icon on user image
    Russell Allen EsmusJune 6, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    the $10 cocktails are really good, I also like the whiskey sour. so tasty!
  • Paul F.heart icon on user image
    Paul FarrellOctober 11, 2015
    Good beer list. Local watermelon saison brew definitely worth a try,but not a session beer.
  • DSquirrely
    DSquirrelyAugust 2, 2013
    The revamped bar is awesome. Really yummy greyhounds with fresh juice.
  • Michaelheart icon on user image
    MichaelJanuary 2, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Great date spot for a weeknight. Stay away on the weekends.
  • Irina L.heart icon on user image
    Irina LeonidovnaJune 16, 2019
    Always loud and dive-y. Great if that's what you going for
  • Aman M.
    Aman ManikOctober 11, 2013
    My new haunt in Hayes Valley. Love sitting in the back with the booths. Friendly staff.
  • Jason R.
    Jason RosadoJanuary 19, 2014
    Awesome bartenders and a great rum selection
  • Hunae J.heart icon on user image
    Hunae JohnsonJanuary 25, 2015
    The ambiance is very nice and the bathrooms are clean. Plus, they can make a good old fashioned.
  • Tom M.
    Tom MaxwellDecember 3, 2017
    My favorite bar in Hayes Valley, incredible cocktails
  • Kate M.
    Kate MageeJanuary 31, 2014
    Pretty rad space. Good bourbon selection. Will def be back
  • ClandestineDrinkerheart icon on user image
    ClandestineDrinkerAugust 24, 2019
    A great place to go for drinks if you like busy/social bars.
  • TJ M.
    TJ MadsenAugust 19, 2018
    Good bar, usually pretty busy, limited restrooms
  • nancy t.heart icon on user image
    nancy t.September 21, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Friendly bar staff, good atmosphere for a post-work drink
  • Layton D.heart icon on user image
    Layton DiamentOctober 6, 2014
    Good spot for a cocktail. They know their bourbon.
  • Sage R.
    Sage RomanoJuly 13, 2013
    Lots of hipster dude-bros. and lovely light fixtures.
  • Chuck R.heart icon on user image
    Chuck RoslofNovember 8, 2015
    Even when it's crowded up front there may be room in the back.
  • Nadine S.
    Nadine SaezJuly 27, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Super loud, so sit close. Red, white and rosé wine on tap. Rosé on tap will not be ignored.
  • Jeff W.
    Jeff WeinsteinSeptember 29, 2013
    Super loud when it's crowded but yummy drinks!
  • Bongo F.
    Bongo FuryAugust 21, 2014
    The small dainty beer glasses.
  • Heather Y.heart icon on user image
    Heather YanApril 15, 2019
    Good vibes and tasty drinks!!
  • Dori M.
    Dori MartiniJuly 26, 2013
    Pretty amazing mixology bar and the doorman pretty hot.
  • megan
    meganFebruary 1, 2014
    Like the lights, love the Brass Smash.
  • Martínheart icon on user image
    MartínAugust 26, 2014
    I'll give you a dollar if you can find the Tito's on the wall in under 5 seconds.
  • Samantha R.
    Samantha RosichOctober 9, 2014
    Please have the brass smash. It really is remarkable.
  • Charlotte A.heart icon on user image
    Charlotte AnderssonSeptember 8, 2015
    Nice atmosphere and interior.
  • Sharonheart icon on user image
    SharonJuly 28, 2016
    Great for cocktails!
  • Daveheart icon on user image
    DaveMay 6, 2015
    Pretty much the best bar in Hayes Valley
  • Chrisheart icon on user image
    ChrisApril 20, 2014
    Cool space, met some interesting people
  • Bunkie I.
    Bunkie IsfunkyDecember 20, 2013
    Expensive spirit collection; Matty is nice to talk with!
  • Marlon M.heart icon on user image
    Marlon MolinareFebruary 2, 2015
    Hot toddies are good on a cold night
  • Kyle M.heart icon on user image
    Kyle MinorOctober 15, 2023
    Been here 10+ times
    Fire walk with me. 🔥 🚶‍♀️ 👨🏻
  • Ariane M.heart icon on user image
    Ariane MotaNovember 8, 2014
    Cocktails are yummy
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