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Bender's - Reviews

806 S Van Ness Ave, 90110 San Francisco
All reviews at a glance
256

Reviews

90.2%

Satisfaction

14

negative

11

neutral

231

positive

What people say about Bender's

Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Kyle C.
Review date: 09/14/2025
9
Fantastic Dive Bar with Great Food and Staff
My experience at this fantastic dive bar was excellent. The food was solid, and the staff, both on the bar and kitchen side, were very friendly. I was impressed with the overall quality of the experience.
  • food9
  • staff10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Loud
Edwin R.
Review date: 08/13/2025
9
Great Drinks, Food, and Beer Selection!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I found it to be a great place to get drinks and eat food. The awesome beer selection was a definite highlight. I also appreciated that the bar has location to park bike inside. The food, service, and atmosphere all received a perfect score of 5.
  • drinks9
  • food10
  • beer selection10
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Solo Dinner
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Jay S.
Review date: 07/14/2025
8
Great Dive Bar for a Casual Night
My experience at Bender's was that of a great little neighborhood dive bar. It caters mostly to metalheads, punks, and bar industry staff. The food was excellent, earning a 5/5, and the vegetarian offerings were highly recommended, even featuring vegan cheese for their pizza. The service was also top-notch, rated 5/5. The atmosphere was equally impressive, also receiving a 5/5. While it's a bar and not kid-friendly, the price per person is reasonable at $20–30. Parking is available with free street parking, though finding a spot can be somewhat difficult. The indoor dining area offers comfortable seating. A minor drawback is the wheelchair accessibility, with a step at the entrance. Overall, it's a solid choice for dinner.
  • food10
  • vegetarian offerings10
  • vegan cheese10
  • wheelchair accessibility3
  • parking4
Price per Person
  • $1–$10
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Loud
Jayati
Review date: 07/11/2025
9
Great Spot for Pool and No Pressure
My weekly pool spot is a fantastic place! The people there are extremely nice and never pressure me to drink, which I appreciate as I don't like drinking that much. I just go to pay for the pool table and have fun! The atmosphere is great, and the service is top-notch. Even though the noise level is loud, you can still hold a conversation.
  • people10
  • pressure to drink10
  • pool table9
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Daniel S.
Review date: 05/19/2025
9
Awesome Bartender and Lively Pub
My experience at this lively, rock-based pub in downtown San Francisco was fantastic. The bartender was awesome and friendly. I highly recommend asking for a Lemmy (JD&Coke) during your visit.
  • bartender10
  • Lemmy9
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Brandon C.
Review date: 04/13/2025
9
Good Vibes, Great Food
My experience at the restaurant was all about good vibes and great food. The atmosphere was lively, and the music was a perfect accompaniment to the meal. I really enjoyed the overall experience.
  • atmosphere9
  • music9
  • food9
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Solo Dinner
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Matthew Z.
Review date: 03/20/2025
9
Great Burger and Atmosphere at Benders
My experience at Overkill Grill, located inside Benders, was fantastic! I had the Bender Burger, which was delicious. The atmosphere was great, with a pool table, jukebox, and rock and roll music. They have many IPA's on draft, which is perfect for an IPA enthusiast like myself. The bartender, Johnny, is a very cool dude :) I highly recommend telling Johnny I said hi!
  • Bender Burger9
  • IPA's on draft9
  • atmosphere10
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Vijay D.
Review date: 03/19/2025
8
Great for Pool, Drinks, and Socializing
My experience at this restaurant was primarily centered around its competitive pool, great drinks, and opportunities to socialize. The food options were decent and accommodating for vegetarians. While the atmosphere and service were rated highly, the food received a moderate rating. I did witness a bar fight, but it was quickly resolved, indicating a potentially lively, though sometimes eventful, environment.
  • competitive pool9
  • great drinks9
  • socialize8
  • bar fight3
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Rebecca D.
Review date: 03/02/2025
9
Great Local Spot with Good Eats
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I was looking for a place with a neighborhood vibe and good eats, and this spot delivered. They have a wide selection of beers, which is always a plus. The atmosphere was great, and the food was excellent. I'd definitely recommend it for a casual outing.
  • neighborhood vibe9
  • good eats9
  • wide selection of beers8
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Tourist Experience
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Dominic
Review date: 11/24/2024
9
Hidden Gem with Great Atmosphere
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! It's a little oasis with the true SF and Mission spirit. The place has a pool table and a grunge aesthetic, yet offers plenty of space to mingle and meet friends. The lighting is not too dim, making it more inviting and welcoming, and it also highlights the cleanliness of the kitchen. I enjoyed a solid burger. It's a true hidden gem.
  • atmosphere10
  • pool table7
  • grunge aesthetic7

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