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Wilson & Wilson Private Detective Agency

Speakeasy and Cocktail Bar$$$$

Tenderloin, San Francisco

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Ranked #2 for speakeasy cocktails in San Francisco
"Amazing speakeasy with cocktail flights"(6 Tips)
"Great ambiance and the Skull Island Sour was one of the best drinks"(3 Tips)
"Charlie Chan is THE best cocktail in San Francisco."(3 Tips)
"Love the three course cocktail menu for $30..."(2 Tips)

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Kirk HerlitzSeptember 9, 2014
In a city where cocktail prices go higher and higher, the three cocktail flight is such a great deal! Also, you're not just in a speakeasy, you're in a speakeasy within a speakeasy. How cool is that?
Irakli AgladzeFebruary 16, 2016
This is probably the best cocktail bar on the planet. If you're alone - you can skip both the entree and the main "course" and go for the digestive. I would recommend "Hard boiled".
Colleen SheaSeptember 2, 2016
The Speakeasy inside the speakeasy! Honestly the regular speakeasy (bourbon and branch) is better. Bigger drink selection and costs slightly less. Plus there is cute cozy booths you can sit in.
Marc SOctober 4, 2016
Outstanding cocktails. Great selection of spirits on the menu and knowledgeable bartenders whose recommendations you should ask for and trust.
AmberMarch 28, 2016
Go with the cocktail flight. It's well balanced no matter which ones you pick and you'll come away with a full and well-rounded experience!
Sam (@HandstandSam)August 29, 2013
Amazing drinks, but there is absolutely no food. Eat before or prepare for an inebriated late night meal afterwards.
Maya ByrneMarch 3, 2017
Great cocktails that are also well priced. Perfect place to grab a drink with a friend or a group. No reservations required!
Jenn EstradaJanuary 5, 2013
Order the prix fixe three drinks - such a deal! Drew was our bartender for the night and was SO knowledgeable! Such a memorable night! Will definitely be back!
Gusto LopezMarch 23, 2014
Swank, tasty beverages and great bartenders. You wanna feel like you've got crazy swag, get the password and go here. Dope.
Shirley LiuSeptember 24, 2014
Check out their beverage academy classes -- their seasonal cocktail 102 class was three hours, three drinks, pretty interesting!
Brian LongtinMarch 22, 2015
Love the three course cocktail menu for $30... You will certainly leave in good spirits.
Jess NicholsNovember 12, 2015
Highly recommend the three cocktail flight (now $35 or $13/cocktail). Also have Pappy van Winkle bourbons on hand (!!)
Vlad MereutaNovember 7, 2014
Cocktail flight is good value for money, really interesting ingredients. Call in advance to get a booking.
TV Food MapsApril 8, 2015
Check out Wilson and Wilson as it was featured on Best Bars in America for Speakeasy hidden inside another speakeasy. A detective themed 30s bar Read more
Cathy AllenMarch 14, 2013
It's a secret bar within a bar. Great concept, atmosphere, staff & drinks. An absolute must see in San Francisco,
James PadenAugust 6, 2014
The cocktails are more experimental than Branch and Bourbon. Some of the best cocktails I've ever had
Travel + LeisureSeptember 27, 2013
Call ahead to reserve a table at the detective-agency-themed bar with a three-drink tasting menu.
Sudha GJuly 11, 2015
Great atmosphere. Drinks were great and the service was amazing. Get the Charlie Chan.
David HoltzJuly 12, 2016
Great whiskey selection. Three cocktails for $36 is a deal in SF!
Craig HooleyJuly 9, 2023
It had a three course cocktail Menu and a 90 minute time limit but you can go back to the library when you are finished
Demetri KaragasJune 21, 2015
Tasting menu - the cocktails for $30. Pretty inventive and can't beat the deal
Nicole ElyJune 3, 2012
Go for the three drink taster. The Pinkerton and the phantom are awesome. As is the Red Scareb.
Amrut NagasunderMay 13, 2016
Definitely do the 3-course session. The cocktails are incredible!
Sabina B.August 10, 2014
Essentially the bastard child of Bourbon & Branch for people who reeeaaaallly want to pay New York prices for drinks
James PadenOctober 2, 2014
Cocktails. Extensive Bourbon list, but come for the cocktail menu.
Jess LMarch 18, 2016
If you're going to get the three cocktail flight, I recommend pre-eating.
Roger MaJune 28, 2015
Have your password ready at the door!
Stephen BarnecutOctober 17, 2023
A beautiful room with exquisite cocktails.
Allen YuNovember 8, 2012
The Charlie Chan drink is mixed so well, you can't even taste the vodka. Bartender was Isaac, who's really nice... And looks like sex incarnate.
Amritha PrasadAugust 9, 2013
Call it yellow fever, but the Charlie Chan is THE best cocktail in San Francisco.
Brian DeVitoAugust 7, 2014
My favorite speakeasy in the country. Hands down.
Guido RamaApril 3, 2015
Amazing drinks, expensive but worth it!
suzanne 🌶August 29, 2016
A speakeasy within a speakeasy is quite the novelty.
Fiona StripeApril 7, 2016
The 3 course meal of cocktails was a lot of fun.
Thomas GonzalesMay 28, 2015
Skull Island Sour! I could drink that all night long.
Austin BalesAugust 3, 2012
The Skull Island Sour is amazing. Get it now.
DonaldJanuary 31, 2012
Located inside bourbon and branch. Reservations only. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Andres DouglasJuly 12, 2016
Amazing speakeasy with cocktail flights
Elizabeth OllisAugust 25, 2013
A must do in San Fran. Giving a password when you arrive was so much fun! Great ambiance and the Skull Island Sour was one of the best drinks I've ever had. Do a drink flight!
Michael MeadowsJune 27, 2011
My favorite "Detective Agency" in town! Read more
Michael DempseyOctober 3, 2014
Do the tasting menu. The drinks are great but service is lacking.
Caitlin CMay 23, 2013
The flights are worth it!
Emily SchraderApril 14, 2013
Best bar I've ever been to
erick castroMarch 1, 2012
Get the Fu Manchu. Very tasty!
Alice NaserApril 22, 2013
modern day speakeasy, so sick.
Peter GrayJanuary 13, 2012
Have the Fu Manchu
ChrisDecember 29, 2017
Overrated.

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