Barbarossa Lounge

Udit Agarwal

It’s a great vibe but do check charges on card. I was charged for extra drinks. Went back to the bar but they offered to not refund but give free drinks for the unidentified charges.

Troy Wilkinson

The seasonal grogs were some of the best drinks I've had in a while. Perfect blend and well balanced. I had the strawberry vanilla with vodka and the pineapple mint with tequilla. The vibes here were chill, mysterious, and flirty. Great spot if you want to try something new or getting drinks with friends.

Stephanie Wenclawski

Never would I have expected this to happen at a place in San Francisco. My friends and I were entering the establishment on a Friday night and the bouncer would not let my friend in because he was wearing a baseball cap. My friend is sikh and as a part of his religion he covers his head at all times. We explained this to the bouncer and then manager but neither would budge because they had a strict "dress code". While we are there talking to the manager, a white male walks out in a baseball cap. Such a discriminatory experience to have. I'd highly recommend staying away from this place unless you support discrimination in our community.

Jeremiah Forster

Prerequisite- may or may not have "lost" a corporate card here a time or two if that shows how happy hours go down here. What a great spot for the happiest hours of the day. Located right between the financial district and north beach, this hot spot is popular with those working around the Trans America pyramid. While the theme is very bondage, it is a great atmosphere to entertain teams, clients, coworkers, and friends. They take reservations in advance for large groups where you get to sit at the couch areas. The best spot is the very front table as it sits the most people. Also a plus is that they don't have a minimum for larger reservations - which is why it is so busy during the week. In terms of the HH menu, the champagne flight is $15 and we took full advantage of it. They should have just given us the bottles. You can Chandon brut, Piper, and iron horse in your flight. So many bubbles! They also do house glasses of wine or red and beer flights at happy hour prices. Food wise we tried the cheese plate (yum), charcuterie plate (didn't try but group said yum), Brussels (yum), caprese salad (YUMMMM), pulled pork sliders (didn't try but group said yum), and hummus trio (yummm). Safe to say we absolutely hated it and didn't even touch the food....YEAH RIGHT. I recommend it all especially the Brussels, caprese salad and hummus! Wait staff fairly attentive but the absolute best way to do Barbarossa is by reserving a table. The bar gets packed so get there early if you don't have a reservation so you can snag a high top!