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Monk’s Kettle

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Gastropub and Beer Bar$$$$

Mission Dolores, San Francisco

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Monk’s Kettle

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Luke BornheimerAugust 29, 2016
Great place to discover new beers—the food is pricey, but solid. Known for its extensive, upscale beer list and rare brews on tap, Monk's doesn't take reservations—get there around 5 to avoid lines.
Kirk HerlitzMay 17, 2015
There's no place better to discover new beers! The food is all great! They don't take reservations, so get there around 5 to get a table quickly for dinner. They don't have tables larger than a 4-top.
Conor BJanuary 11, 2018
A tad spendy, but that's normal on Mission. Awesome veggie burger. Giant beer menu with lot's of esoteric stuff I'd never heard of before. Great place to cozy up for a brew and some comfort food.
Ben WardApril 4, 2018
Been here 25+ times
The kale salad with chicken might be the best I’ve ever had.
Ryan LeggettJuly 8, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Good food (try the burger with brussels!), friendly service, and an extensive beer list. Don’t be afraid to ask for a recommendation. They know their stuff!
EaterSeptember 26, 2014
Sample some fresh German lagers this weekend in honor of Oktoberfest. The new sidewalk perch on 16th Street is going to become very sought-after for the remainder of Indian summer. Read more
Bohdan HnatkovskyyJune 9, 2015
By the way, #1 ranked gastropub in SF. Here you could find the whole book with a lot of beer served here. My choice- beef burger and smoked beer.
WhiskyAvengerJune 13, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Fantastic beer selection and food but a pot expensive in comparison to other similar places. Sycamore is more down to earth option with an equally great beer list and delicious food.
DanielleSeptember 5, 2013
Amazing beer list, friendly & helpful staff, and awesome food. It's small, so be prepared to wait (waited about an hour on a Wends night)... But it's worth it. Save room for the ice cream beer float!
LaurenNovember 11, 2013
The burger, the burger, the burger. Bleu cheese, grilled onions, applesmoked bacon, juicy meat, and crispy french fries. Plus a HUGE selection of beers. One of my favorite spots in SF!
Brian BAugust 18, 2017
Great craft beer bar with excellent bar food. Friendly and helpful staff. You might have to wait for a table or spot at the bar but it's worth it.
Bre LambertApril 1, 2014
Haven if you're a beer connoisseur, intimidating menu if you're not. Thankfully, staff is friendly & ready to talk through options. The burger is delectable, & the mushrooms on toast, if you're veg.
Alice MFebruary 29, 2016
Taking me right back to Belgium with their beer list, mussels and fries. The leek and sweet potato risotto blew my mind.
Ernie GranilloJuly 24, 2012
Higher end place - great place to bring a date when you still want to grab a beer and be classy. Excellent, friendly service too, which can be rare at a place like this in the Mission.
Nathan JSeptember 20, 2019
This place never disappoints. Great burger and pub food. Beer selection is impressive. Good atmosphere for dates or just kicking back a pint with friends.
Kevin BeachAugust 12, 2015
Great date spot, however there may be a line. Great choices of beer and I've heard they have terrific diverse "bar" food. Reminds me of a Belgium pub.
Danielle L.August 1, 2016
Great selection of craft beer with knowledgeable staff. The olives and pretzels were also great little snacks!
Kent ZinnAugust 19, 2018
Great place in the Mission. Extensive beer list and high quality food. What else could you want?
Adelia Curtis duarteFebruary 3, 2019
If you miss euro-style brown bars, this place is a great go-to. Solid beer list, lovely bartenders & vegetarian friendly. Pretzel knot was stellar.
Jacqueline L.February 17, 2014
Keep a tally of how many people come in asking for Pliny. Try something new, ya knobs. I promise that other good brews exist in this world.
BommyJanuary 16, 2016
Great vegetarian chickpea + tzaziki sauce burger with delicious fries. But $6 for a tiny pretzel knot makes me sad.
Ronan Flynn-CurranFebruary 3, 2016
Amazing beer list. Lovely food, great staff. Not a lot of seats, but you can get a spot for a few friends if you wait a small bit.
Al SSeptember 24, 2014
Been here 5+ times
A must-visit spot for the discerning beer geek in San Francisco. Just a short walk from the 16th St. Mission BART station, so no need for a designated driver. Cheers.
Ashley RoseMarch 18, 2017
Loud gastropub with good beer selection and food. Fried Chicken sandwich was enormous - split it with a friend
Aaron DraczynskiDecember 2, 2012
A beer lovers' paradise. The selection of craft beer is overwhelming! Try the beer flight and sample several different brews, or ask the helpful bartenders for a recommendation.
Sam McCrimsonJanuary 5, 2016
Go for their beer on tap that isn't on the menu. Last time they had a oatmeal stout with Szechuan peppercorn and vanilla. It was unreaaaal. Also, deliiiiicious food.
Gabriel PrestonApril 1, 2014
Amazing food and beer selection here. A must visit for a beer aficionado. Can't really go wrong here, just deal with the wait to get a seat.
Joey CombsMarch 11, 2016
Really great selection of draft beers, but their bottled selection is what takes the cake. They have stuff I've only heard about in books.
Kathy 👩🏻‍💻 LinJanuary 11, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Pliny the Elder on draft, but since I'm not a beer snob I still don't get what the hype is about. Excellent burger and pretzels.
The Culinary Institute of AmericaDecember 7, 2012
Co-owner and CIA Alumnus Adam Dulye serves up barrels of flavor with his intricate beer pairings. Our grads work with food & spirits all over the world. Check out what other CIA alumni are up to: Read more
Tim HainesJune 1, 2019
Been here 10+ times
Been coming since 2013, how the mighty have fallen. Great beer selection, can’t recommend any of the food, burger included.
Pavan KulkarniJune 12, 2016
Loved the ambience . Great beer list try the smoked marzen beer and duval Belgian ale. Try the pretzel too.
Joseph SchmittAugust 24, 2014
Burger is amazing, and definitely get the pretzel bites with cheese as a starter.
AnnaSeptember 30, 2015
Butternut squash soup is so delicious! Useful tip – during lunchtime you can get your table and food ready when you arrive if you order with Allset.
Kevin WeiseNovember 28, 2019
Burger was killer, shared that and the fried chicken sandwich, also great, with my partner and loved our experience
Florian KoenigsbergerOctober 29, 2014
The chicken sandwich is great and the craft beer selection is solid. Make sure you have your ID, very strict if you look a day under 30
Michael AldereteMay 27, 2016
Been here 5+ times
The weekend brunch is new, and it's served late. So if you're...a little slow getting out of the house but still want brunch, good choice.
Spring InésDecember 7, 2018
Pretzel is done well. I’d get the lamb burger again, but I’d skip the Brussels.
Sergio MedinaJanuary 23, 2015
Great selection of draft beer. The burger is a must, tasty and juicy!
Dimitri NikulinSeptember 28, 2015
From Kale Salad to Beef Burger — you can now enjoy your lunch at The Monk's Kettle served on your time. Use Allset on iPhone and Android. Read more
John SteidleNovember 12, 2016
Pliny on tap plus a ton of California and local SF beers. Insane tap and bottle list.
Erin OldenburgJuly 6, 2013
Best little place in the mission. Service is beautiful and food is great. Extensive beer list too, with some rarities.
Sean SmithNovember 17, 2014
Amazing selection of beer in bottles and on tap. Great bar to go to in the mission district.
David ☕️ KleinNovember 29, 2014
Awesome beer list. If you want to be somewhat healthy, get the kale salad instead of French fries with your burger.
Tyler BrockMarch 19, 2015
The food is excellent. Try the burger (comes w/ fries) although the main attraction is obviously the beers.
Crystal EnglishMarch 6, 2011
Come early..Their Belgians and IPA draft selections are fantastic..If you're not a beer connoisseur..ask for recommendations, Sayor and the Monk's staff are fantastic!!! Pretzel is nom nom:)
Brian StraussSeptember 6, 2018
Hella beers with irreverent names and cloudy complexions, not to mention a delicious cheese burger. Kinda sounds like I'm describing my first girlfriend.
UntappdDecember 29, 2012
Great selection of rare beers for your drinking pleasure. Always leave satisfied!
Kevin GrantSeptember 27, 2018
Awesome beer selection, close to Dolores park. Come here maybe after hanging out in the park for a bit.
yuki minamiMay 13, 2017
Excellent hamburger (the one that the simple the better) and the largest beer menu I've ever seen.

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