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Mr. Tipple’s Jazz Club

4.7
4.7
676 Reviews
$30 and under
Cocktail Bar
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***Best Jazz Club in the City, by San Francisco Magazine***
Mr. Tipple’s is a craft cocktail bar featuring live jazz.
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Reservations have a 90min time limit from reservation time.
There is a $20/guest min for table service
Mr. Tipple’s heralds back to a 1950s NYC basement. Cozy. Dark. Boozy. The intimate setting features local jazz artists up close and personal. It’s a joint where you come as you are, hear great music, tap your toes, and sip a properly chilled cocktail.
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My name is Mr. Tipple. Just a simple and laughable bloke hailing from London. I run a recording studio. My friends joke that you’ll oft find me spinning cocktails, not reeling tape. After a few too many, I usually just sit back and enjoy the music, having forgotten to hit record. Regardless, the band is always jiving, the whiskey is always cold, and we’re having a smashing good time.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Dim Sum, Chinese (Canton)
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Wed, Thu 6:30 pm–10:15 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (415) 384-9365
  • Website
    http://www.mrtipplessf.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    The Fat Cat
  • Private party facilities
    Mr. Tipple’s is a vibrant, sexy, & spirited jazz bar in San Francisco’s booming Civic Center. With delicious cocktails & an intimate atmosphere, Mr. Tipple’s is the perfect place to host your next cocktail party.We can accommodate groups up to 30 guests for cocktail receptions, or private events up to 110 guests. Please Email Jazz@MrTipplesSF.com
  • Location
    39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA 94102
  • Neighborhood
    Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
  • Cross street
    VanNess and Polk
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    F, J, L, K, M, N, T, 6, 7, 9, 14, 19, 21, 41,47Bart, Civic Center Station
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Bar Seats-Live music & Front row for the Cocktails

    $12.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Bar Seats- Full Food menu is available at the bar. Please arrive on time. Reservations will be released after 15min. Please be respectful of the music and keep voices to an intimate hush. This is a ticket for live music & not a pre-paid-dining credit. 
A $20/guest food & beverage min spend is also expected. Cancelations forfeit ticket value. Ticket sales are final. No refunds will be issued. With prior notice, you can reschedule for a future date wherein available.
    Bar Seats-Live music & Front row for the Cocktails Photo

  • Music Focused Preferred Seats

    $25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Music Focused Prefered Seats - Best sound in the house & great sight lines. Reservations are for 90mins from the START of your reservation time, and ensure at least 60min of music. After 90mins, guests will be asked to move to bar seats or standing room. Please arrive on time. Reservations will be released after 15min. Please be respectful of the music and keep voices to a hush. This is a ticket for live music & not a pre-paid-dining credit. 
A $20/guest food & beverage min spend is also expected. Last call food is 10.15pm Cancelations forfeit ticket value. Ticket sales are final. No refunds will be issued. With prior notice, you can reschedule for a future date wherein available.
    Music Focused Preferred Seats Photo

  • Music Focused Preferred Seats - Center Section

    $20.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Music Focused Prefered Seats - Best sound in the house & great sight lines. Reservations are for 90mins from the START of your reservation time, and ensure at least 60min of music. After 90mins, guests will be asked to move to bar seats or standing room. Please arrive on time. Reservations will be released after 15min. Please be respectful of the music and keep voices to a hush. This is a ticket for live music & not a pre-paid-dining credit. 
 A $20/guest food & beverage spend is expected. Last call food 10.15pm. Cancelations forfeit ticket value. Ticket sales are final. No refunds will be issued. With prior notice, you can reschedule for a future date wherein available.
    Music Focused Preferred Seats - Center Section Photo

What 676 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Hot spot

  • San Francisco

    Hot spot

676 Reviews

  1. MelissaM

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is awesome! I brought my Dad who was visiting from Nashville. He loves jazz and frequents Rudy’s Jazz Room in Nashville. He was so impressed as were the rest of us with the music, service, ambiance, food, and drinks. It was the last Wednesday of the month and the house band’s collaborative jam session with musicians from all walks of life was amazing! We can’t wait to return!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Tahoe

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place to bring your family or your date out for lovely evening. This place is so close to the Downtown. Great location. If you get lucky like us you can find parking on the street. Full disclosure we went on a Wednesday. It was 90 % full. Service was impeccable. From the lovely host to the friendly server and everyone working at this place are happy love their job and their patrons. It was evident when we kept ordering drinks and food all night and every thing came promptly and we never felt like we need to call our server. He was consistently checking on us throughout the night. Thought that was amazing. Food was delicious. Dim sum and the steak were amazing. Craft cocktails were refined SF style. Perfect combination of taste and punch. The best part was the string quartet we gotta witness. Nothing beats live music. They were superb. Loved the jam sessions with other musicians. Go you will have a good time!

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  3. Kclax

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great cabaret feel, great service and great food! I will return for sure!

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  4. Achsah

    Bath

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Amazing ladies night with drinks and jazz! It's a little pricey but worth the experience.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place! Love it! I will come back next time in San Francisco

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  6. Billie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food2service4ambience5
    I could barely hear the singers unless they were belting out their song. My first time there and totally enjoyed. They didn't mind you singing along with the singer, actually it was strongly encouraged!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Did not have the pleasure to dine in. Kitchen closes at 10PM sharp! The band was lively, the servers were really attentive. For a party of 2 they included gratuity (which I was not made aware of before hand) but felt it was fair. Band toon requests & did an encore session. Would def rec and would love to come back and try their dim sum options!

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  8. AustinP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Some of the best drinks and certainly the best Wagyu beef I’ve EVER had. Environment was spot on and I will be returning every time I’m back in San Francisco.

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  9. HeatherA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Amazing first visit! Beautiful ambience and music!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    10/10! My husband and I had a perfect night here on 10/28/23. It was our first time and we were celebrating his Birthday. From beginning to end it was a great experience. Our waiter was nice and prompt. The food was very good, flavorful. The drinks were good too and gave us a nice buzz. The ambiance was perfect, I felt so comfortable and relaxed. Our table was in the “preferred seating” area which was perfect. The Jazz band was phenomenal, they played beautifully and it really took me to a wonderful place. My husband expressed the same feeling. Mr. Tipple’s will forever be on “our list” for date nights going forward. Honestly I could go on and on, thank you Mr. Tipple’s & Staff!

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  11. SFDiner

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    I had the shrimp and spinach dim sum and it was perfectly cooked; Al Dente outer, crispy shrimp inside. It was In a great seasoned liquid, but not enough to make them soft. I tried the cucumber salad, which had a delightful dressing but I wanted the cucumbers to be more crisp.

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  12. ModGirl

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    We are frequent visitors to Mr. Tipples for the great jazz, ambience and service. The staff is always professional and accommodating. Cocktails are excellent and the food selection is interesting and tasty.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great time with two excellent bands, wonderful food and drinks. We’ll definitely be back for more!

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    We went for the music. Le Jazz Hot band were wonderful. Wine was also good. Definitely returning soon.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always an incredible experience. The closest you can get to musicians, great Dim Sum, FANTASTIC cocktails, a concise but well curated wine list and perfect service and ambience.

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  16. Spooz

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The perfect, intimate, iconic jazz club. The music was amazing (Roger Glenn) and it felt like I was a VIP! Frankie was an attentive and professional waiter, the cocktails were just perfect and the dim sum was delicious. I will most definitely be back soon.

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  17. KenneeshaJ

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food from Fat Cat was amazing. It was hot and flavorful. It was also convenient to eat good food at the venue.

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  18. GerhardG

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    Meal was good, drinks too and the Music! But they close too soon!!

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  19. RachelC

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great jazz venue. Good wait service. Would be nice if the folks that want to talk during the performance sit further back or not talk at all during the performance. It got really loud at one point during the 2nd set. At times it was difficult to hear the vocalist. Also, the EQ on the P.A. made it sound somewhat muffled..sound could be more balanced. Hope these suggestions help and improve the experience. Thanks.

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  20. Babs

    San Francisco

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for the music and drinks. Both spectacular! We have previously eaten here, as well. Great small plates from Fat Cat.

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  21. AndrewR

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 5, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    I'll be back to Mr. Topples. A fresh intimate spot with good performances is unbeatable. Keep it up. Peace

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  22. ShannonB

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time to Mr Tipples - excellent vibe, good bites we'll be back!

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  23. MeganF

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a date night here a few Friday's back and it was such a great experience! Wonderful food and drinks and greaty music! We will be back.

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  24. AnnK

    San Francisco

    32 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    I made a 7:30pm reservation for myself and a friend to hear Loretta Gooden and the San Francisco sextet. The music was great! Loved the ambiance of this club too. We went primarily to hear the music but I also needed to eat. I ordered the black cod with rice and it was very good. Limited selection of wine and my glass of Albariño was ok. I also had a glass of the one cider on the menu and that was good: cold,crisp and dry. Good selection of cocktails and beers. Our server Frankie was very pleasant. There was one snafu where another server brought my food to the table next to ours but as they realized it was not something they ordered they didn’t touch it and Frankie delivered it to me. Service was very prompt too so I had plenty of time to eat and we ended up deciding to move to the bar area 10 or 15 minutes before our 1.5 hours at the table was up.

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  25. Liza

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an amazing evening here at Mr Tipples. Thoroughly enjoyed the TWO groups that performed as well as the food done by Maya Cocina. All of the food came out at a perfect and quick rate. Service was super friendly and they allowed us to stay at our table longer because there was not another reservation directly after ours, which was a treat. 10/10 evening, no notes for the establishment

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  26. ZLan

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An outstanding night. One of the best jazz experiences I've ever had.

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  27. Drew

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Mr. Tipple's offers an unforgettable night of jazz in a cozy and intimate setting. The live music is phenomenal, showcasing talented musicians who cover a range of jazz styles. The sense of community among patrons adds to the charm, and the staff is both friendly and attentive. The drink menu is impressive, making it the perfect place for a memorable night out. Don't miss this hidden gem in the heart of the city – it's a must for jazz enthusiasts and those looking for a soulful, musical experience.

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  28. erinm

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    What a fantastic place! I don't know why I havent gone sooner. Amazing ambiance and live music!

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience3
    I had a reservation and ended getting seated 20 minutes post my reservation time.. so missed like 1/3 of my friends’ set. Pretty wack

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  30. TonyA

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Great place for a dinner date! If you're looking for a place for some Jazz, having a meal and drinks. This is definitely a place to try.

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  31. Timothy

    Miami

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience5
    Although we didn't order food, the cocktails took rather long to come. Also when closing out our tab it was difficult to get a waiters attention for service.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience2
    So much surrounding noise from people talking that the music became secondary. Dim Sum barely mediocre. Cocktails good. Not worth the price.

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  33. BethW

    Tahoe

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a wonderful atmosphere and decoration in the club. The food is superb, all of the staff are really attentive and friendly, and the music is fantastic!

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  34. RobertS

    Glasgow

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Compliments for wine. It was stunning. Thank you. The band performed very good and we enjoyed the time there. Looking dorward to visit your place once I am next time in SF. Atmosphere is very nice. Full recommendation for everyone liking jazz and wine

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  35. fozzy

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    nice to step below street level into a perfect music listening environment. amazing cocktails, tasty food. great service. i very much enjoyed the whole experience. keep up the good work.

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  36. melaniei

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely fantastic evening. The club is very nice, service was attentive and friendly, food was phenomenal, and of course great music. I highly recommend it.

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  37. Samemoon

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great show. Cocktails were great and staff really friendly. Definitely a great evening!

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  38. MiguelR

    Guadalajara

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Nice music. The service and the atmosphere were great. The rules were clear from the beginning. Keep your voice down so everyone can enjoy the music. Reserve and avoid waiting.

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  39. MariaM

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great night out at Tipples! The music and atmosphere are great.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Classy establishment hosting the Bay Area’s finest.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Mr. Tipple’s Jazz Club is rated 4.7 stars by 676 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Mr. Tipple’s Jazz Club

39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA 94102

Additional information

  • Cross street
    VanNess and Polk
  • Neighborhood
    Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Wed, Thu 6:30 pm–10:15 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Dim Sum, Chinese (Canton)
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    F, J, L, K, M, N, T, 6, 7, 9, 14, 19, 21, 41,47Bart, Civic Center Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    The Fat Cat
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.mrtipplessf.com/
  • Phone number
    (415) 384-9365
  • Private party facilities
    Mr. Tipple’s is a vibrant, sexy, & spirited jazz bar in San Francisco’s booming Civic Center. With delicious cocktails & an intimate atmosphere, Mr. Tipple’s is the perfect place to host your next cocktail party.We can accommodate groups up to 30 guests for cocktail receptions, or private events up to 110 guests. Please Email Jazz@MrTipplesSF.com
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