Bitters, Bock and Rye, San Francisco

Sample Menu

• Smoked beef brisket with BBQ beans and collard greens
• BBQ chicken sandwich topped with house-smoked bacon and mozzarella
• Maple Rye Old Fashioned with rye whiskey, maples syrup, black walnut bitters, and a bacon rim

Where to Sit: Guests interested in a lively sports-bar ambiance should head to the taproom, and those looking to enjoy a meal with a group should settle in the main dining room. Customers desiring a quieter, more laid-back evening can escape to the lounge, which has some secluded sections perfect for savouring a drink and a conversation.

When to Go: Make sure you get there early if you’re desperately craving a plate of brisket or pulled pork. Since the menu is based off of what the pitmasters have smoked for the day, the kitchen sells out of certain items most evenings. Also, if you make it in for the daily happy hour from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., you can enjoy discounts on sandwiches, specialty cocktails, and beers.

While You’re in the Neighborhood
After: Sate a late-night sweet craving with a fresh donut from the 24-hour Bob’s Donut & Pastry Shop.