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Blush - Reviews

476 Castro St, 94114 San Francisco
All reviews at a glance
185

Reviews

83.8%

Satisfaction

22

negative

8

neutral

155

positive

What people say about Blush

Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Brian R.
Review date: 08/14/2025
9
Awesome Band and Great Time!
My experience was awesome! I stopped in to see a great band play, and it truly was. A customer even sat in on vocals for one song and crushed it. The staff was great, and I had a great time.
  • band10
  • customer vocals10
  • staff9
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Jamie R.
Review date: 06/29/2025
9
Great service and atmosphere!
My experience at the restaurant was excellent. Despite spilling my pint on a wonky table, the staff promptly provided a refill. The atmosphere was top-tier, contributing to a fantastic time with great craic.
  • refill10
  • atmosphere10
  • wonky table4
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Tourist Experience
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Noise Level
  • Moderate
Ember L.
Review date: 06/23/2025
1
Condescending Bartender, Valid ID Refused
My experience at this restaurant was marred by the bartender's condescending and rude attitude. They refused entry despite me having a valid ID from out of state. I suggest they check their attitude.
  • bartender1
  • valid ID1
Service Type
  • Dine-in
MK W.
Review date: 06/23/2025
8
Establishment Check IDs for Validity
Before you decide they are fake, check establishment IDs for validity. It's quite frankly embarrassing to deny people service when they are in fact over 21.
  • establishment check IDs8
  • denying people service3
Price per Person
  • $21–$30
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Quiet
William H. D. M.
Review date: 06/15/2025
9
Excellent Wine Bar with Knowledgeable Staff
My experience at this excellent wine bar was truly enjoyable. They offer a delicious selection of wine, beers, and food, all within a quiet place to sit. It's great that there's always something new to discover. The servers were incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, enhancing the overall experience. I highly recommend this place!
  • wine bar9
  • wine9
  • beers9
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
jordan H.
Review date: 02/05/2025
1
Unacceptable Service Based on ID
If I could give 0 stars, I would. My friends and I had a terrible experience at Blush this past weekend. My friend came to visit me in San Francisco, and we decided to go to Blush to meet another friend and have a bottle of wine. A bartender, described as having a mustache and tattoos, came over and asked to see our IDs. I recently moved to San Francisco from Florida about a month ago and hadn't yet switched my Florida driver's license to a California one. The bartender returned my friend's ID but then threw my ID on the table, even though my hand was reaching for it. He scoffed and walked away, leaving us confused and taken aback. A few minutes later, while we were still waiting for our friend, he looked at us from the bar and stated, "I just wanted to let you know we probably will not be serving you guys tonight. " We were very confused and I asked why we were being denied service, as we are both over 21. His response was that he "didn’t like our IDs, " implying it was because we are from Florida. As a queer woman living in San Francisco, I have visited Blush before with the same bartender and never had this issue. We expected Blush to be a safe space for me and my friend. I found it completely unacceptable to be treated this way based on his dislike of our licenses. I am aware of the current political climate and the views of the state of Florida, and I do not agree with Florida's politics. I believe it is unprofessional to judge and refuse service based on such reasons. We accepted his statement and left, shocked and embarrassed by his actions in front of other patrons. While I understand establishments have the right to refuse service, we were nothing but respectful, and the reasoning provided felt like bullshit. I wanted management to be aware of what occurred, hoping that other out-of-state visitors do not have the same experience. Blush appears to be a safe and accepting space, especially for the LGBTQIA+ community. Unfortunately, as a queer woman, I did not receive that same treatment. I do not plan to return to Blush because the staff member was incredibly rude and his actions were unacceptable.
  • bartender1
  • ID1
  • service1
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Juliette F.
Review date: 09/04/2024
9
Great Wine Deals and Quality!
My experience at the restaurant was great, especially during happy hour. They offer 50% off on wines from Monday to Friday. The quality of the wine was good, and I definitely recommend it.
  • wines9
  • wine quality8
  • happy hour10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Kent A.
Review date: 08/16/2024
3
Great Wine, Awful Service
My experience at this restaurant was disappointing due to the service. While the wine was great and the atmosphere was nice, the service was basically non-existent. We never got a chance to order food, and the waiter never came back after our initial drink order.
  • wine9
  • atmosphere7
  • service1
  • waiter1
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Tourist Experience
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Moderate
John E.
Review date: 06/26/2024
7
Accommodating Bartender, Variable Atmosphere
My experience at this restaurant, recommended by a taxi driver, was positive enough to warrant a second visit. The bartender, Christopher, was exceptionally accommodating. He ensured we could taste a couple of wines to find the perfect one, showcasing great knowledge and professionalism. The wine menu was accessed via a QR code. The atmosphere, however, was a mixed bag. Conversations from other tables fluctuated from loud to soft, making the dining experience potentially cozy or noisy depending on the crowd. I did not try any food during my visits.
  • Bartender Christopher10
  • wine menu6
  • tastings9
Visit Type
  • Tourist Experience
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Rodolpho S.
Review date: 06/09/2024
1
No Service, Zero Stars
I would have loved to leave a review if I had been served. We entered the bar around 10: 50 PM and waited for 10 minutes for a staff member to appear to assist us, which never happened. No one at the door, no one at the counter, no one in the hall. Zero stars. Typical no one cares service in a touristy area.
  • staff member1
  • service1

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