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Lounge - Starlite, San Francisco, CA

Starlite

4.6 (220)
$31 to $50
Cocktail Bar
450 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94108-1504

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 35 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
Starlite is a historic San Francisco cocktail bar with nearly a century of vibrant stories. Renowned for hosting lively parties and attracting iconic figures like Alan Ginsberg, Starlite invites guests to the Beacon Grand’s 21st-floor, featuring refreshed interiors by San Francisco designer Alice Crumeyrolle. The atmosphere is set with rich velvet fabrics and a jewel-tone palette inspired by the Art Deco Era, paying homage to the city’s icons. Crafted by Scott Baird of Trick Dog fame, the cocktails are both playful and meticulously made. Michelin-award-winning chef Johnny Spero curates a menu that celebrates San Francisco’s culinary artistry, drawing inspiration from international fare. Enhancing the experience are nightly, all-vinyl DJ sets by music director Nina Tarr.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Thu 4:00 pm–1:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Johnny Spero
  • Private party facilities
    Starlite offers dazzling private event spaces, from intimate gatherings to grand affairs, with up to 225 guests to take in the sweeping city views. To raise a glass and celebrate, message us at events@starlitesf.com or give us a ring at 415-395-8528 for more details.
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Cross street
    Powell and Sutter
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Powell St Station BART, Union Square Market Street Station MUNI
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 220 people are saying

Starlite reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Starlite offers "amazing views" of the San Francisco skyline, making it a "great spot" for cocktails and light bites. Guests appreciate the "spectacular drinks" and "vintage ambiance" that evokes a classic SF experience. While service can vary, many rave about the "exceptional" service and "fun atmosphere."

220 Reviews
  1. Courtney

    Indiana15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful friendly service with fantastic cocktails and nibbles and a great view of the city. Loved our meal and drinks and will definitely come again. The staff were personable and made great recommendations.

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  2. Jocelyn

    San Francisco10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pleasant evening with friends in an ambient environment

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  3. Andrea

    Orange County6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful location and view. Food and drinks are a bit too pricey, but the customer service is great.

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  4. Jemm

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience! The food was amazing and the Chef was so nice— he even offered to take my group’s picture. Would definitely come back again.

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  5. Jenny VIP

    Monaco10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our second time to the Starlite Room and won’t be the last! Service was excellent! Drinks were perfect and the view never disappoints.

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  6. Jazmin VIP

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10 will be back and can’t wait to have their grilled cheese again

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  7. Jason VIP

    San Francisco36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great cocktails with a nice view of Union Square and downtown SFO.

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  8. alexis

    Los Angeles1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Staff was rude and dismissive. Smash burger tasted like funky cheese, beef tar tar tasted like the meat was bleach (no flavor, salt) all drinks had an additional charge +3. Automatic 20% which is fine, but I wish the restaurant was able to treat us better and at least bring me a cupcake or a candle for my birthday. Won’t be coming here again. The decor is nice but everything else is terrible.
    StarliteResponded on April 16, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback, Alexis. We’re truly sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet expectations—especially on such a special occasion. That’s never the impression we want to leave. We’d really appreciate the opportunity to learn more and make things right. At your convenience, please feel free to message us so we can better understand the details of your visit. Thank you again for taking the time to share this with us.

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  9. Amanda

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing view, great staff, incredible drinks! Can’t wait to return!
    StarliteResponded on April 16, 2025
    Thank you for visiting, Amanda! We’re so glad you had a fantastic time—we hope to see you again really soon!

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  10. Kat VIP

    San Francisco24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such an amazing at atmosphere and vibe! The views and music is always on point.
    StarliteResponded on April 16, 2025
    Thank you so much, Kat! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the atmosphere, music, and views. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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FAQs

Starlite is rated 4.6 stars by 220 OpenTable diners.

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  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. San Francisco Bay Area
  4. San Francisco
  5. Financial District / Embarcadero

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 35 times today
Google Map for Starlite

450 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94108-1504

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Powell and Sutter
  • Neighborhood
    Financial District / Embarcadero
  • Hours of operation
    Thu 4:00 pm–1:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Public transit
    Powell St Station BART, Union Square Market Street Station MUNI
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Johnny Spero
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Starlite offers dazzling private event spaces, from intimate gatherings to grand affairs, with up to 225 guests to take in the sweeping city views. To raise a glass and celebrate, message us at events@starlitesf.com or give us a ring at 415-395-8528 for more details.
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