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Swig

561 Geary St. (Taylor St.) San Francisco, CA 94102
Phone:
415-931-7292
Type:
Bar, Music / Performance Venue
Neighborhood:
Tenderloin

Swig Stats

Payment:

  • Accepts Major Credit Cards

Dress Code:

  • Upscale Casual

Date Opened:

  • Jul. 2004

Vibe / Atmosphere:

  • Meat Market
  • Tough Doors
  • Trendy

Special Features:

  • Dancing
  • Fireplace
  • Live Entertainment (other than music)
  • Music

Hours:

  • Mon: 12:00PM - 2:00AM
  • Tues: 12:00PM - 2:00AM
  • Wed: 12:00PM - 2:00AM
  • Thur: 12:00PM - 2:00AM
  • Fri: 12:00PM - 2:00AM
  • Sat: 12:00PM - 2:00AM
  • Sun: 12:00PM - 2:00AM

ZAGAT Ratings & Review

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7 Member Reviews for:
Swig

  • 1-5 of 7

Reviewed by AlexF2098 on 05/23/2007.
Member since January 2007, Total Reviews: 103 (Male, San Francisco, CA)

SWIG, opened on the old premises of "The Blue Lamp," is both warm and elegant. The bar is hosted mainly by young Irishmen and women (with a spectacular exception). The bar appeals to successful 20 and 30 somethings, but anyone may be comfortable there. The decor is striking with some lovely glass chandeliers of modern design, and subtle hanging blue lamps down the bar, reminding one of its Blue Lamp origins. The service is swift and effi

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Reviewed by Schierle on 01/08/2007.
Member since December 2004, Total Reviews: 11 (Chicago, IL)

meatmarket and proud of it

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Reviewed by SigridG_17 on 12/15/2006.
Member since September 2006, Total Reviews: 7 (Female, 20s, Foster City, CA)

Always reliable for dancing, although can get really crowded.

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Reviewed by VictorD529828 on 12/10/2006.
Member since May 2004, Total Reviews: 241 (San Francisco, CA)

same owners as "anu"

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Reviewed by VirginiaM5976 on 12/04/2006.
Member since October 2006, Total Reviews: 454 (Female, 30s, San Francisco, CA)

The crowd is a mixed of civilized and young (seem almost high schoolish) pretending that "bumping & grinding" & giggling makes them cool. If you can ignore them, there are some fabulous drinks to be had in a nice atmosphere. Don't miss the strawberry basil cocktail!

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