Arcana - Reviews

I absolutely love it here! The interior is gorgeous, super bright, and spacious. During the day, it's more laid-back, perfect for catching up with friends or working alone. At night, it transforms into a vibe suitable for date nights or a club atmosphere. I appreciate the versatility of this place. The food was great; the trumpet mushrooms, labneh, and potatoes were all excellent. I also love that they offer low ABV cocktails – the Earl Grey drink I had was yum! The bartenders are sweet and knowledgeable.

We hosted a client event at Arcana and had an amazing time! The restaurant offers a private upstairs space that comfortably accommodates 30+ people, providing a setting that is both private and spacious. The food was really good, and the drinks were also amazing. Our clients were very impressed, giving us great feedback on the space and the quality of the food and drinks. Overall, Arcana is a great space to hold an event and a great space to hang out in general. It's also awesome that they feature live music in the evening.

I recently hosted a corporate event here and it was a seamless experience from start to finish! The event management staff were always quick to respond, accommodated my group’s needs, and provided suggestions when I had numerous questions around ordering food & bev for my team. Everything we ordered was delicious, and the on-site staff supporting my team during the event were incredibly helpful and welcoming. My team had a wonderful experience overall and we look forward to our next event at Arcana!

Are you vivacious, hot, or perhaps a little gay? A lover of wine, plants, and finer things? Then Arcana is the place for you. First of all, they have an excellent selection of wines. The staff is knowledgeable and can guide you to the right glass to fit your palette. They even let you sample a smidge before you commit to a pour. Additionally, Lina has mystique and is hot. They also offer wine cocktails! I enjoyed an Earl Grey sake concoction so much that I drank a lot of them, leading to some consequences. The security guy is also really nice and listens when I get drunk and start freestyling. The vibe can vary. There are always plants, which is lovely, but the daytime is super chill. You can grab a light bite (get the corn flatbread) and enjoy the natural lighting from the skylight. At night, there’s a DJ on weekends, which naturally leads to dancing and potential shenanigans. You might see an ex, they might see you throwing that ass in a circle – who knows? The atmosphere can be giving dancing or giving lounge, so check the DJ lineup before you come. But do come.

My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! The atmosphere was super cute and very vibey, filled with plants. I really enjoyed the live music, and the wine selection was great. My bartender, Justina, was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, making the service exceptional. The food was also rated highly.

My experience at this wine bar was incredibly positive. The atmosphere was stunning, with plants everywhere, creating a very cute and aesthetic vibe. The drinks were great, and the space is well-suited for both larger events and small gatherings alike. The reviewer also rated Service, Atmosphere, and Food a perfect 5 out of 5.

I visited on a Friday night and found the atmosphere to be trendy and young, though it was quite busy. We had to move because they were setting up a DJ table. The oyster mushrooms were very good, but the flatbread was disappointing; it tasted like premade bread with arranged toppings. The wine selection was interesting, but not memorable. Thank you.

My experience at this restaurant was wonderful. It's one of my favorite smaller performance spaces in this part of the Mission. It's beautiful on sunny days, and even otherwise, it offers a pleasant atmosphere. The service was excellent, rated 5/5, and the atmosphere was also a perfect 5/5. The food was very good, receiving a 4/5 rating. The price per person is between $20–30.

My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! The wine was good, and the atmosphere was always a great vibe. It's a great place for date night or girls night out. I also loved all the plants everywhere.

I’m really sad to report that the service here is horrible. I used to love this bar; however, the bartenders tonight made me not want to come back. I was incorrectly charged for a charcuterie board and another glass of wine, and I noticed a couple hours later when I looked at my itemized receipt. I went back to the bar and the bartender working, Taylor, tried to tell me I had bought those items. I told her no one in my party had purchased them, and I was the only one who bought for my group (2 bottles of wine and two apps). She was giving me pushback about getting the $50 back that I was incorrectly charged for and trying to say someone in my group charged my card. She even pointed to one of my friends saying she is the one that charged the card (this friend didn’t even show up until an hour after we were at the bar, and I think I would have noticed my friend eating a cheeseboard in front of me). Taylor was so unprofessional and condescending. I’m shocked she has a job still. I unfortunately won’t be back to this place after they tried to tell me I was lying and keep my money. Luckily another bartender stepped in and refunded the money. Otherwise, at least this place has nice decor going for them. Service is severely lacking.