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Hobson's Choice

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Haight Ashbury, San Francisco

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Hobson's Choice

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"The punch for reverse happy hour after midnight is perfect!!"(10 Tips)
"The Victorian punch bowl is my favorite!"(8 Tips)
"The Victorian punch I'd delicious, but the fruit flies gross me out."(8 Tips)
"The house punch will get you in trouble, in a good way!"(4 Tips)

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Jason PorterMarch 16, 2018
Kind of a divey place with a great bartender. Everyone seems to know one another and there was a great vibe. Could’ve stayed all day. Only problem, it did smell like sour feet.
Jennifer EvansFebruary 16, 2015
Try the three different punches and if you're in a group, get the punch bowl. Great for people watching too!
Natalie MJuly 22, 2015
Been here 5+ times
The Victorian punch bowl is my favorite! Bring a bunch of friends & get a big bowl to share!
Troy FlintJune 1, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Lovely bartenders, cozy, relaxed atmosphere that provides a refuge from frenetic Haight St. and one of the best rum selections around.
Margot SeetoSeptember 3, 2018
Dem rum punch much bowls are dangerous, but a must. You can order food from Street Taco at the bar now, too!
Andy JiangSeptember 12, 2014
Make your own bloody mary's! Plus extra seating on the second floor.
J JohnMarch 3, 2018
Bahama Mama, House punch bowl. Lovely Haight St dive.
Danielle WallisDecember 8, 2014
Fun place for watching games. Be sure to get there early if you have a group and want a good seat!
WhiskyAvengerJune 14, 2018
The bar is a bit brotastic. But if you like Victorian punch,this is your place.
Alex SilarajsAugust 11, 2017
Been here 25+ times
Weird...in a sometimes good, and sometimes bad way. Locals during the week. USF / Bridge & Tunnel Thu. - Sat.
RachelAugust 17, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Relaxed rum-focused bar that’s popular with people who live in the Haight.
ReeDAugust 20, 2014
Late afternoon, sit upstairs, bring a notebook.
CarolineAugust 1, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Victorian dive bar with [a] punch. Be sure to bring your ID b/c they will card you immediately.
FaithMay 30, 2013
Fab punch bowls to share and the foursquare/scoutmob deal is 50% off up to $20 off, woo!
Sarah SMarch 20, 2014
Happy hour from 5pm to 7pm, Monday thru Friday. All punches are great 👍
Daniel ZJune 8, 2014
Caiprinha. They have 4 brands of Cachaça alone and like 50 different rums
Katherine M.June 24, 2014
The Bold Italic says to read in the lofted lounge.
Lauren HofffmanAugust 25, 2015
Great dog friendly, dog-friendly bar!
Shirin JafariMay 7, 2017
Great punch bowls!
StephanyAugust 10, 2014
Do *not* get the Victorian punch. Cranberry and coconut do not go together well.
Tobi WhaleySeptember 17, 2012
All of their rum is great, it's what they're known for!
Gilda JaimeDecember 24, 2015
Punch bowl drinks. Very cool.
Karlie NietoDecember 30, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Victorian punch is great! Get the seats up stairs if you can!
Lisa KrylovaMarch 19, 2017
Bloody Mary bar on Sundays 😍
Steve CampbellJune 17, 2012
Ask for Megan (bartender). She's a sweetheart.
Kevin BurgMay 24, 2014
Best pineapple juice I've ever ordered.
JoAnn PeachJanuary 3, 2010
Go with a group of friends. Take turns buying a bowl of Victorian Punch to share. Take the drunkest of the group home in a shopping cart. Read more
Mark DregerJanuary 7, 2013
Punch is tasty. It seems some nights (like Sunday) have karaoke.
Marie BrandSeptember 20, 2010
Pretty cool spot...,eclectic group of patrons, strong drinks and friendly staff. Try the go go punch, yummy!!!!
Ciarán LeeAugust 16, 2015
Great rum selection
Uncle FishbitsJanuary 9, 2010
You can order askew grill to the bar! And the internet jukebox is a treat. Also have a old gametop table with lots of old games
Steven LimitoneAugust 31, 2013
Come for happy hour 1/2 off on drinks
sablerMay 12, 2019
Get the mojito!
Damien LeClercOctober 13, 2011
Been here 5+ times
amazing place for people-watching in the windows! their victorian punch is bomb!
Daniel SandovalDecember 12, 2013
Def one of the better bars on Haight
Mykl WuDecember 9, 2012
Awesome punch and friendly barkeeps!
Good & PlentyJuly 8, 2009
Been here 10+ times
Make sure you bring your ID! Always tip your bartender and if you see me just call me Boogie, because you can always blame it on the Boogie! î
Liane VieiraApril 2, 2011
Try the House Punch! Also... Come early to avoid crowds of hipsters.
Mary AustinAugust 17, 2011
Only place where drinking unbearably sweet alcohol is allowed. Swallow your pride!
Rev. Ken RoussellApril 17, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Happy hour and the rum punch! That's what's up!
Alex ChengJanuary 6, 2013
There's no cell phone reception in the back. I think they do this on purpose.
BohemianLadySeptember 18, 2011
Try the house punch it is awesome!
wheat kneeApril 22, 2011
Been here 5+ times
The house punch will get you in trouble, in a good way!
Tessa JohnsonOctober 1, 2013
$3 punch until 7pm!
Kerry SnyderMarch 9, 2015
Big up the bowl
Melissa ChanslorJanuary 17, 2010
Been here 5+ times
The bowls of punch rock!! Pound the last of each one directly from the bowl!
Trev ✌June 18, 2015
punch bowl, duh.
Erin MiddletonSeptember 9, 2012
Great tunes!
MollsJuly 9, 2011
The Victorian punch I'd delicious, but the fruit flies gross me out.
Adara F.June 22, 2013
The jukebox could be louder

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