Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in South San Francisco

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Bernal HeightsBurlingameCivic Center / Hayes Valley / Van NessCow HollowDaly CityDowntown / Union Square

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1. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - San Bruno

3.0

Good(68)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • San Bruno

Booked 2 times today

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

2. Chico Marx

4.6

Exceptional(40)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Latin / Spanish • South San Francisco

For parties larger than 7 guests, please contact the restaurant directly at (650) 731-9146. To inquire about private parties or buyouts, please visit our website at chicomarxssf.com and click the 'Events' tab.Full bar with craft cocktail menu, wine, and beer. Mix of communal tables and intimate seating. Smart and stylish space suitable for special occasions. Flexible event spaces for intimate or large affairs. Two AV-equipped private dining rooms. Subtle science-inspired décor + fun brain games!

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3. Chevys Fresh Mex - South San Francisco

3.6

Very Good(243)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • South San Francisco

Booked 4 times today

Making the best Fresh Mex food from scratch, daily!

4. The Anecdote

4.9

Exceptional(13)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • South San Francisco

Booked 1 time today

The Anecdote is South San Francisco’s gathering place for sophisticated cuisine inspired by the world’s coastal regions. Linger over eclectic fare in the airy dining room or steal away for happy hour and small bites in the mezzanine-level bar.

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5. Dave & Buster's - Daly City

3.7

Very Good(76)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Daly City

Booked 4 times today

Each Dave & Buster’s has more state-of-the-art games than ever, more mouth-watering menu items and the most innovative drinks anywhere. From wings to steaks, we’ve got whatever suits your appetite and our premium bar assures we’re stocked to satisfy! Plus, you can watch your game on one of our massive HDTVs with epic stadium sound.

6. Wayfare Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(7960)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 73 times today

Chef Tyler Florence brings his passion for quality and timeless style to the heart of San Francisco with Wayfare Tavern, now located at 201 Pine Street. Designed by Jon De La Cruz, the space blends the charm of a classic SF tavern with elevated details while honoring the city’s rich culinary history. Wayfare Tavern features authentic American fare inspired by local cuisine at the turn of the 20th century, offering dishes that range from rustic delicacies to classic comforts. The beverage list showcases local wines, quality draft beers, and timeless cocktails. Spanning two floors, the new location features a spacious main dining room, a large central bar, an intimate Chef’s Alcove, and a hidden Cellar Dining Room. The second floor includes four distinct private dining rooms, ideal for celebrations, meetings, and special events. Wayfare Tavern continues to offer a dining experience that feels both nostalgic and entirely new—a timeless San Francisco classic.

7. Bon Delire

4.5

Awesome(356)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 49 times today

Bon Délire’s chic yet approachable atmosphere draws inspiration from the cafés, lounges, and bistros of Paris. The interior boasts a sculpted horseshoe-shaped wooden bar, plush banquettes, and vibrant, European-imported furnishings that invite intimate dining and lounging. Guests can enjoy indoor seating with views of the Bay Bridge, or relax at the outdoor cafe-style seating, framed by planter boxes and umbrellas, perfect for people-watching along the Embarcadero.At night, the space comes alive with flickering projections of vintage French films and a relaxed, nostalgic soundtrack of throwback French and American tunes, making Bon Délire a sophisticated yet cozy setting for private and semi-private events.

8. Waterbar

4.6

Exceptional(11138)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 148 times today

Waterbar is a seafood-centric restaurant located on the waterfront with spectacular panoramic views of the bay and city skyline, exceptional design, and a menu of the freshest sustainable fish and seafood. Featuring stunning outdoor (dog-friendly) dining on the waterfront patio, a relaxed atmosphere and floor-to-ceiling circular aquariums filled with an eye-catching array of fish and marine life from the Pacific Ocean. Waterbar is not to be missed.

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9. Harborview Restaurant & Bar

4.5

Awesome(1573)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 83 times today

Located at Four Embarcadero Center, Harborview Restaurant & Bar serves quintessential Cantonese Cuisine and traditional yet innovative dim sum and banquet menus, with impeccable service in an elegant and relaxed atmosphere. With a main dining room seating more than 200, Harborview also features a full bar, patio, private dining and special event space. Harborview is a combination of traditional Cantonese classics and our own original recipes, using the finest ingredients. We look forward to serving you soon!Harborview Restaurant Team

10. Lolinda

4.8

Exceptional(3080)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Mission District

Booked 42 times today

Cuisine inspired by Latin America, Spain and Argentina. Sustainable meats, seven different types of grass-fed, grain finished beef cuts ranging from short ribs to blood sausage cooked over a wood-fired grill. Ceviche and a handful of vegetarian offerings such as a pastel de choclo (squash, onions, raisins, olives, cooked in a corn crust) and platano al horno (ripe plantains with queso fresco, and jicama salsa).Artisanal cocktails, piscos, tequilas, wine list primarily focused on varietals from Portugal, Spain, Chile & Argentina including sherry and port. Stellar selection of European and South American beers.Two levels of dining, two full bars and seating for 220 people divided in a mix of booths, tables, communal tables & bar stools.Happy hour: $7 Highball Cocktails + snacks, 7 days a week, 5:30 - 7pm.Open for late-night dining.5% surcharge will be added to all guest checks for employee benefit, including health insurance, commuter benefit, sick days, and minimum wage ordinance.

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Jaime
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Good food, slower than expected service due to Fathers day crowd and hidden location.
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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - San BrunoPrice: Moderate• American• San Bruno
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3
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Char
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
I brought my son and his 6 friends to play and eat. They had a good time and most were good with the food. They were exhausted at the 2 hour mark.
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Dave & Buster's - Daly CityPrice: Moderate• American• Daly City
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3.7
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JanetVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •17 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
Location easy to find, secluded and off the highway. Not crowded and had the place to ourselves almost. Food and service was wonderful and delicious. Big portions for the value. Great place for a party or event.
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Chico MarxPrice: Moderate• Latin / Spanish• South San Francisco
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4.6
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TaffVIP
Orange County •44 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 8, 2025
Yami greeted us as soon as we walked in, she was kind and made great recommendations. We look forward to returning
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The AnecdotePrice: Moderate• American• South San Francisco
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4.9
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Dennis
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 4, 2025
Enjoyed the fajitas and margaritas. They closed the restaurant near us so we drive 35 miles for our favorite dish.
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Chevys Fresh Mex - South San FranciscoPrice: Moderate• Mexican• South San Francisco
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3.6

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