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- Live music
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718 - San Francisco
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718 at a glance
San Francisco South of Market
- 🍻 Bar & Pub
$$
Price per Person $21–$30
mentioned by 4 of the guests
#2321 out of 2403 places to eat in San Francisco
#150 Bar & Pub out of 151 in San Francisco
Average
4.8 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
292
Reviews
40.8%
Satisfaction
Often praised
Frequently criticized
The bar & pub 718 in San Francisco’s vibrant South of Market neighborhood offers a casual spot where you can unwind. You’ll discover a lively atmosphere, perfect for catching live music performances that set the mood.
Whether you’re looking for a relaxed evening or a fun night out, this spot provides a welcoming setting for you and your friends to enjoy.
Overview: Introducting 718
Average
4.8
out of 10
292
Reviews
40.8%
Satisfaction
156
negative
17
neutral
119
positive
What people like
What people don't like
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Verdict: Our expert take on 718
Food (4.8 out of 10)
mentioned by 97% of the guests
When it comes to the food, its a bit of a mixed bag, with a score of 4.8 putting it squarely in the average category. Many guests loved the "excellent drink" and "unique craft cocktails, " often highlighting the "variety of dishes" and "dim sum. " Out of 132 total opinions, 54 were positive, praising the "flavors pairings" and "portions.
" However, customer satisfaction sits at a mixed 40.9%, reflecting the 70 negative opinions. Many found the food to be "tasteless, " "lukewarm, " or "greasy food, " with some noting "poor meat quality. " It seems theres definitely room for improvement in consistency and overall quality for some dishes.
Food
132
Reviews
40%
Satisfaction
70
negative
8
neutral
54
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Excellent drinks
- Unique craft cocktails
- Good dim sum
What people don't like
- Tasteless food
- Poor food quality
- Greasy dishes
Often praised
- drinksThe drinks are SO good, and unique/use Asian flavors in a wonderful way.
- foodthe food we ordered tasted surprisingly good
- cocktailsHaven’t been wowed by such good drinks in awhile, and I am not infrequently getting cocktails.
- portionsoffered me very generous, suitable dishes. The main course was a mix of pasta, rice, and vegetables (a portion I would usually eat over 3 or 4 meals!).
- China beergutes China-Bier
- Chinese dim sumsome Chinese dim sum
- CocktailsCocktails are special
- Greenland pigHad the Greenland pig at the recommendation
- TO GimletHighly recommend the TO Gimlet
- asian-inspired cocktailsGreat asian-inspired cocktails
Frequently criticized
- foodthe food was so bad that it did not taste of anything
- Chinese foodworst Chinese food our family had ever eaten
- fried ricewaiter who wants to get you fried rice - when you don't want it
- food qualityMy experience at this restaurant was horrible. I was on the verge of throwing up, and I'm not exaggerating. I strongly advise you to save yourself the trouble and avoid this place.
- Chinese cuisineshames chineese cuisine
- Chinese mealWorst Chinese meal I have ever had
- Chinese restaurantWorst chinese restaurant ever been
- Chinese restaurantsThe services were bad and the food was bad. You can find better Chinese restaurants in the Mission District.
- EntreesEntrees were less than mediocre, heavy on the curry
- Items in the riceItems in the rice were burnt in many places
If youre primarily looking for creative, delicious cocktails and some decent dim sum, you might enjoy it. However, if youre expecting consistently high-quality Chinese food across the board, you might find yourself disappointed by some of the dishes.
Service (4.3 out of 10)
mentioned by 69% of the guests
When it comes to service, there are definitely some shining moments to appreciate. Guests have enjoyed friendly and fast service, often highlighting the warmth of chatting with the owner or the flexibility and accommodation of the staff, especially the bartenders. With 25 positive remarks out of 72 total, there's a clear appreciation for these interactions.
However, the overall picture is a bit of a mixed bag, with a score of 4.3 and customer satisfaction at a poor 34.7%. Many experiences point to horrible service, with complaints about rude & impatient waiters, slow random service, and even disrespectful waiters. These 45 negative comments suggest significant areas for improvement.
Service
72
Reviews
34%
Satisfaction
45
negative
2
neutral
25
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Friendly, fast service
- Accommodating staff
- Great bartenders
What people don't like
- Rude, slow service
- Disrespectful waiters
- Poor staff attentiveness
Often praised
- bartenderThe cocktail list was intriguing, and it definitely didn’t disappoint. The service was heartwarming, especially from Mohammed, our talented bartender, who was flexible and accommodating when we arrived 20 minutes before closing. Watching the cocktail preparation was fun, and the presentation was fancy!
- serviceheartwarming service Mohammed provided
- staffHowever, the servers seemed accustomed to it. The staff accommodated my special diet and offered me very generous, suitable dishes. The main course was a mix of pasta, rice, and vegetables (a portion I would usually eat over 3 or 4 meals!).
- ServiceService:5
- bartendersBartenders are great
- chatting with the ownerenjoyed chatting with the owner
- deliveryWe ordered delivery and this is hands down the best chinese food I've had in months. Reasonably priced, prompt delivery, arrived hot. I would eat here once a week if I was local.
- drink turnaround timesattentiveness to the drink turnaround times
- flexibility and accommodationflexibility and accommodation
- friendly and fast serviceservice was both friendly and fast
Frequently criticized
- serviceMy experience at this restaurant was marked by bad service. It seemed like they could tell we were Chinese, as they didn't serve us chopsticks.
- waiterWow, was I mistaken! The place had a bad smell, the food was tasteless, and I don't think my waiter spoke English. I've had better tasting cups of Ramin noodles.
- waiting timehalf an hour before serving food to the rest of us
- 1 waiter for more than 40 guests1 waiter for more than 40 guests?
- Peking Duck preparationdemonstrate how to prepare our Peking Duck by physically doing it for us
- angry manservice was given by an angry man
- bossthe boss there is way too arrogant
- chopsticksthey didnt serve us chopsticks
- disrespectful waiterscompletely disrespectful waiters
- get own chopsticksEss-Stäbchen muss man selber holen
If youre hoping for consistently great service, you might find it hit-or-miss here. While some staff are genuinely friendly and accommodating, the frequent reports of rudeness and slow service suggest you should manage your expectations. It might be worth a try if youre prepared for potential inconsistencies.
Ambience (5.9 out of 10)
mentioned by 53% of the guests
Ambience
61
Reviews
55%
Satisfaction
21
negative
6
neutral
34
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
What people don't like
Often praised
- viewThe only good point is the view
- atmosphereClassy atmosphere
- buildingA beautiful building in Chinatown
- cocktail barMy experience at this historic place, now a cocktail bar, was quite enjoyable. They offer Chinese dim sum, which was good.
- AtmosphereAtmosphere:5
- ambianceMy experience at this restaurant was fantastic! It's a chic spot located in the heart of Chinatown, offering a great ambiance. The manager, Danny, creates a variety of specialty drinks that are truly awesome.
- ambienceAmbience and all that are great too
- barThe only reason to come here is the bar
- bar atmosphereGreat bar atmosphere
- bathroomWe really needed a bathroom.
Frequently criticized
- hygieneHygiene à revoir. Quand on demande de l'eau et que le serveur met ses doigts sur le verre au niveau de la bouche c'est vraiment deguelasse...
- bad smellThe place smelled bad
- cold glass tabletopkalte Glasplatte
- cupsthe cups are not even clean
- dirty tableThe smell from the women's restroom was 'hanging' in the restaurant. The men's restroom was upstairs, and to get there, I had to pass a kind of kitchen where food was laying around on a dirty table – truly disgusting. We had to exchange our glasses because they were full of fingerprints and one even had lip gloss on it.
- disgustingthey were disgusting
- food laying aroundThe smell from the women's restroom was 'hanging' in the restaurant. The men's restroom was upstairs, and to get there, I had to pass a kind of kitchen where food was laying around on a dirty table – truly disgusting. We had to exchange our glasses because they were full of fingerprints and one even had lip gloss on it.
- glassesglasses because they were full of fingerprints and one of them even with lipgloss on it
- horrific toiletscheck the horrific toilets
- interiorinterior is worn and depressing appearance
Value (3.3 out of 10)
mentioned by 34% of the guests
When it comes to value, some diners have found a silver lining, particularly noting that drinks can be quite cheap and price per person can be reasonable, especially for delivery. Out of 27 total mentions, 6 positive remarks highlight instances where the price was just right, even described as pretty cheap by SF standards for certain items. However, the overall sentiment paints a different picture, with a poor score of 3.3 and a low customer satisfaction of 22.2%.
A significant 20 negative opinions frequently call out expensive pricing and the frustrating addition of service charge or unearned tips on the bill, often leading to the feeling of being in a tourist trap.
Value
27
Reviews
22%
Satisfaction
20
negative
1
neutral
6
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Cheap drinks
- Reasonable delivery
What people don't like
- Hidden service charges
- Overpriced experience
- Tourist trap feel
Often praised
- priceThe only reason to visit is for the bar. The bartender was super lax and funny, and they make strong drinks at a great price. While there are better places to eat in Chinatown, this is the best place to drink.
- Price per personPrice per person:$10–20
- cheapgünstig
Frequently criticized
- service chargecharged us all a service charge of 15/20%
- tipwith 18 % tip already calculated in
- tourist trapITS A TOURIST TRAP, PURE AND SIMPLE!
- 20% tipTips himself to top it all off 20%
- alcoholic drinksThe alcoholic drinks were expensive
- billgave us the bill with 18 % tip already calculated in
- combined dishesOrdered their combined dishes for 19dollar each person.
- costit costed 56 $ for two people
- expensiveAnd expensive
- mealFor a $45 meal, I would have expected more
If youre looking for a bargain on drinks and are prepared to scrutinize your bill, you might find some value here. Otherwise, be wary of potentially expensive pricing and unexpected service charges that could make your visit feel like a tourist trap'.
How are the prices at 718?
You’re looking at roughly 24 per person – reported by 4 diners. That puts it in the $21–$30 category. For a Bar & Pub, it’s comfortably mid-range: not a steal, but not bank-breaking either.
The recent reviews show prices are split between the $11–$20 and $21–$30 ranges, offering a nice mix of mid-range options. With only 4 reviews, this is a good indication, but more data would give us an even clearer picture.
Here’s a quick look at what guests spend per person, based on the latest 4 reviews. While the data is limited, it gives us a good indication of typical spending.
How this Bar & Pub in San Francisco stacks up against similar spots when it comes to value for money.
For a Bar & Pub, we think the pricing feels quite fair. It offers a good mid-range experience without breaking the bank, making it a solid choice for a casual outing.
Customer Reviews: what people think about 718
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Casual Outing
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
Noise Level
- Quiet
9
Tranquil Friday Night with Great Margaritas
I visited on a Friday night and was delighted by the tranquil environment. The bartender recommended the house margarita, and it was so good that I had two. The service and atmosphere were both rated a 5 out of 5, with a price per person between $10–20.
- tranquil environment10
- house margarita10
- bartender9
Visit Type
- Casual Outing
Group Type
- Friends
Group Size
- Couple
Service Type
- Dine-in
6
Mixed Experience: Good for Dining In, Awkward Owner
My friend and I had a positive experience being able to eat food inside, which was the highlight of our visit. However, the owner's behavior was not ideal; they were observed walking around staring at people and then becoming emotional, which detracted from the experience. Additionally, we felt there are better places to drink for $15.
- eat food inside8
- owner walking around3
- getting emotional2
- places to drink3
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Visit Type
- Special Occasion
Service Type
- Dine-in
9
Chic Chinatown Gem with Great Drinks
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! It's a chic spot located in the heart of Chinatown, offering a great ambiance. The manager, Danny, creates a variety of specialty drinks that are truly awesome.
It's also an awesome venue to throw private parties.
- specialty drinks9
- ambiance10
- venue9
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
9
Great Cocktails and Vibes
My experience was great! I enjoyed the asian-inspired cocktails, which had lots of interesting flavor pairings. The vibes were good, and our bartender was very friendly and did a great job recommending drinks.
We stopped by before dinner on a Saturday, and it wasn't too crowded.
- asian-inspired cocktails9
- vibes8
- bartender9
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Group Type
- Friends
Group Size
- Small Group
Service Type
- Dine-in
Noise Level
- Loud
9
Exceptional Cocktails and Vibe
My experience at Blind Pig was fantastic, solidifying its place as one of the city's best cocktail bars. While I didn't get to try the food, the drinks were beautifully considered. I highly recommend the TO Gimlet and the hot sour.
In a city with many great cocktail bars, this one truly stands apart. The ambience was also great, and I loved that they constantly played 90s hip hop, featuring Biggie and Tupac, which is my personal preference.
- drinks9
- TO Gimlet9
- hot sour9
What 718 offers
Crowd
- Groups
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Amenities
- Restroom
Offerings
- Food at bar
- Hard liquor
- Food
- Wine
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Alcohol
Dining options
- Table service
Service Options
- Dine-in
- Takeout
Atmosphere
- Casual
FAQs
What kind of atmosphere and offerings can you expect at 718?
At 718, you’ll find a casual atmosphere perfect for a relaxed outing. You can enjoy a wide selection of offerings including hard liquor, wine, beer, and cocktails. Food is also available at the bar, ensuring you have everything you need for an enjoyable experience.
Does 718 offer entertainment and dining options?
Yes, 718 is known for its live music and live performances, creating an engaging environment for guests. For dining, you can enjoy table service, and both dine-in and takeout options are available for your convenience. Restrooms are also on-site.