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Monk’s Kettle
(Now Closed)Gastropub and Beer Bar$$$$
Mission Dolores, San Francisco
The experts at Eater and Serious Eats recommend this place
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Michael CoxJune 13, 2016The pretzel and poutine are off a hook. #tdf Come here if you love draught beers!
Jeremy JacobowitzAugust 8, 2014Crazy long beer list! Had the burger, pickled veggies and the pretzel. All were really delicious!
Monks never disappoints me to make the best burger in town. They're nice, god beers overall. Its a shame is not bigger though or cheaper.
Caro SchieferApril 24, 2017Great bar and enormous beer selection. Just pass by and enjoy the great atmosphere!
BommyApril 23, 2015Awesome beer selection and delicious chickpea burger. Go early to avoid a long wait.
Amy RobinsonAugust 29, 2014Massive selection of beers, American and International alike. Quite small but worth a little wait for a seat.
Every Tuesday.... Never fail. This is our spot! Love monks kettle for EVERY REASON. Food, beer, service, vibe, location. :-)
Alejandro VizioMay 5, 2014This place has the best variety of beers, if you tip the waiter maybe they can take you to the biggest beer fridge ever!
James WhittakerJuly 29, 2013The food is so good here. The burger is great, ask for bacon and match the beer. Choc bread pudding is great to finish.
Denis SosnovtsevSeptember 18, 2015A great burger and large beer list. Get the Dieu du Ciel Aphrodite if its available.
1 of my fav places in sf if you dont mind $ the pork chops r the best comfort u can imagine otherwise i favor the lamb burger+blue or salmon sandwich describe your mood &color &they find a beer to fit Read more
Christine NguyenSeptember 28, 2013I recommend the chicken sandwich and the burger for food. For drinks... ask the bartender or waiter because the list is just so extensive!
Drink beer hear. Then ask the dudes to bring you food, any food they recommend. Pickle jar, brick chicken and bread pudding will delight.
MazdaNovember 19, 2010“Best Beer List – The Monk’s Kettle…. this is the place for the uninitiated to get a crash course and the connoisseur to talk shop with other beer freaks. - San Francisco Chronicle
Kate LordMarch 13, 2015Go with your gut - get a beer, any beer + the pretzel and a burger. It's a perfect combo.
Thom ButlerNovember 23, 2013The fried oysters are the best Ive ever had... and Ive had a lot of really good fried oysters (including my own)
They take reservations now for some days/times using Open Table!
Loren TorresolaFebruary 12, 2014This place is really cool. Great Beer selection and the Hands down BEST burger I have ever eaten.
Bradley MoggachMay 18, 2013Amazing beer selection! If want a small snack, definitely order the pretzel - so delicious!
FoodspottingDecember 2, 2010Try the Estancia Beef Flat Iron Steak marinated in pale ale & grilled to order, served w/brandy & green peppercorn sauce, organic mixed greens salad & fries
Try the Whipped Bone Marrow - #kvpinmybelly : Whip it! Per @SuzannePhan, tastes like "meaty butter." I could eat this all day!
Kait GaissMay 13, 2016Have always wanted to come here, have just never prioritized it. Upscale beer + food pairing spot.- Phil ChackoAugust 8, 2014The food is easily overlooked by the amazing beer selection, but it's incredible too!
- Try the Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp And Polenta - #kvpinmybelly : Yummy lunch w/ @SuzannePhan. Great combo of salty bacon and shrimp.
Great selection of beer. Tasty pickled treats. The burger is delicious.
Lisa Harper CarterFebruary 17, 2016A bit pricey, but the food is elevated gastropub and the beer selection is always on point.- SFGate ManagerJuly 16, 2012With the overwhelming choices at this bar, the suggested beer pairings and tasting flights are an excellent way to educate your palate.
- Timbo DraysonOctober 8, 2010How has no one mentioned the queue? 3hrs no exaggeration. If 4 or more: come early, put your name down, go home, watch a film, freshen up, then your table will be ready. Food & beer is awesome though.
Rob LongertJune 20, 2013Burger = mind blown. Do it. And listen to Blake's tip on the bread pudding. But don't burn yourself. No touchie.
Manik RatheeDecember 4, 2012Great beer and incredible food. The place is tiny and crowded so be prepared for a tight fit.
Stephanie LivingstonAugust 2, 2015Nice beer selections. Decent prices. Comfortable if you get there before it's full.
Abhishek KonaAugust 10, 2014The steak is awesome. The place is a bit pricey spend around 30 usd per person
Peter FridayDecember 5, 2012Great beer collection and have a food menu that is paired with a suggested beer.
GwendolinaAugust 17, 2013Try the dark chocolate stout bread pudding - So rich & goes well with my Belgian Dark!
Lauren SnyderOctober 13, 2013The pretzel with cheese fondue is to die for. Try Sweetgrass pale ale and Heavenly Hef.
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- Mon–Fri
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- Sat–Sun
- Noon–2:00 AM
(415) 865-9523
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Brienne Lee Brown - 5.2
"Their chicken burger sandwich is amazing and their homemade chips are my favorite"
Omid Moayedi - 6.0
"They know how to cook their beef burgers medium rare. The Guinness Chili Burger was excellent bunless (they wrapped in lettuce) and the side salad with ranch was tasty."
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"So many varieties of cocktails to pick from and the bar snacks are amazing! Love this place!"
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"Excellent mildly spicy body Mary, burgers w/ gluten free buns!"
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