There are no shortage of dining options in the Inner Richmond, but the only wine bar we know of is Internos, a no-fuss neighborhood spot with a fairly large beverage menu. Read more.
There's little not to like, assuming you like a wine bar that elicits descriptions like cozy, intimate and private. If an escape from the city is what you need, there's also lots of brick and bocce.
Spend the afternoon at this no-fuss wine cafe that's equally perfect for reading a book or playing catch up with a group of friends. Snag a table outside and back in the charm of Nob Hill. Read more.
An actual neighborhood wine bar for grown-ups, with just enough food from chef Matt Duncanson to satisfy without leaning into restaurant territory and wine service that's a focus, not an afterthought.
This is a great option if you're looking for a drink before dinner at one of the aforementioned restaurants, but Wine Kitchen also has its own small plates menu if hunger calls.
Is your idea of the perfect bar one that's comfortable, romantic and vaguely European? There's something about this tucked-away space and stone walls that make you never want to leave. Read more.
Head to Amelie tonight if you're in the mood for sipping and socializing. The wine menu is huge, and there are plenty of nosh options in case you drink un verre de vin too many. Read more.
A solid happy hour deal (20% off bottles before 7 p.m.), a decent cheese plate and no rules about bringing in outside food.
Nectar's friendly staff, good nibbles and, most importantly, abundance of seating make it a great spot for an easy night out with a small group.
Settle in and drink up at this Dogpatch sister bar to Pause in Hayes Valley. Known for its sustainable wine selection, Yield also offers a happy hour option and enough bites for a satisfying dinner.
The vibe feels authentic and the aesthetic, while on trend, is appealing. Choose from their curated wine list—scrawled on a chalkboard, of course—and snag a seat in the upstairs loft space.
A Mission wine bar that finally delivers on both food and wine cred, tucked into a mod, exposed-wood design from Wylie Price (Trick Dog, Fatted Calf).
Bin 38 has been a neighborhood fixture in the Marina ever since. You have your pick of wine bars in the area, but Bin 38 earns major bonus points for the back patio.
Fat Angel doesn't bill itself as a wine bar—it also has a comprehensive beer list and robust food menu for full dinner dining. But with wines on draft and an impressive cheese plate, it definitely is.
Since there are so many appetizer-like menu items to share and a wine menu that offers a nice selection of French wines by the taste, glass or carafe, Les Clos leans more bar than bistro.
