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Twin Peaks Tavern

Gay Bar$$$$

Castro, San Francisco

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Twin Peaks Tavern

7.8^/10

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Ranked #2 for Irish coffee in San Francisco
"... from Hot Cookie in the Glass Coffin's bathroom."(4 Tips)
"Irish Coffee and watch the colors"(6 Tips)
"The first gay bar ever to have windows!"(2 Tips)
"The Hot Cookie smell is stronger in the upstairs bathroom."(3 Tips)

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SFistAugust 3, 2014
Twin Peaks is the best place to sit in the window, sip an Irish Coffee and watch the colors stroll by. The cocktails inside the Glass Coffin, as it is affectionately known, are as stiff as ever. Read more
Upvoted Jan 3
Nate BeattyFebruary 28, 2015
Definitely old school, but super friendly bartenders and clientele. Come for a good drink and a good conversation.
Foursquare SwarmJune 8, 2018
Twin Peaks Tavern's floor to ceiling windows display all of the frivolities and fun happening inside. Rather than create another hideaway, the owners flaunted their pride and that of their patrons.
Natalie MJune 1, 2015
Such a cool, old spot. Try to get a seat by the window so you can people watch
meli.December 17, 2015
the best coziest holiday decorations, year after year. sweet bartenders even when it gets hectic :)
ᴡᴡᴡ.Bob.pwho.ru EricksonAugust 19, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Some call this an elephant's graveyard, but it's not really true! Great views out of the large windows and right across from the Castro Muni Metro. Best time to go is during a sunny afternoon.
OkCupid Daters' ChoiceJuly 13, 2017
Twin Peaks Tavern was voted the Best Classic Date Spot by OkCupid users in the first-ever Daters' Choice Awards! Tap Read more for additional date spot categories in San Francisco. #daterschoice Read more
Ray EverettJune 29, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The window of the ladies room (upstairs) is next to the exhaust fan for Hot Cookie and makes it the best smelling bathroom in the city!
Sebastian OstmanMarch 29, 2014
If San Francisco is where gay go to die, this is where they are put on display in "the glass coffin"... saying that, the big windows are perfect for people watching. MAD people watching.
CaliGirl SavaSeptember 13, 2014
a well-known cult place for gay population. they treat you well no matter what you are. You will see gay couples young and old hugging and kissing...all colors of rainbow in one place👫👬👭💏💑
Kyle MinorJune 3, 2023
Been here 50+ times
Old school and loving it, Twin Peaks serves up strong drinks and is cash only. Unparalleled people watching! 🍻 🏳️‍🌈
José AyalaJune 4, 2014
Great views of Castro square and friendly atmosphere. Funny music as well. Good for a drink at the early evening.
David GaddyMarch 31, 2018
Fun place to meet up with friends to start off weekend binge.
Alejandro FranceschiApril 7, 2012
One of the few Castro bars where one can have a drink without one's eardrums exploding; sightseeing the fellow freaks with the glass walls!
Vlad SavelucJuly 3, 2015
One of the first bars in Castro. Pretty chill inside. Had a mule and it wasn't that good. But cool bar overall. Worth trying
George Saint-GeorgeDecember 21, 2011
Make sure to enjoy a hot buttered rum! Only place in the Castro to enjoy one, and only during the holiday season!
Aaron WalzOctober 21, 2011
Been here 10+ times
A must do. Sit upstairs and have a deep conversation.
Mário LemesMay 19, 2015
Nice spot with beautiful people and good drinks.
Michael BetsingerOctober 3, 2018
Great little bar that’s cash only!
Jaimie McGuireDecember 30, 2014
An old school bar on the Castro. Excellent cocktails
T Marcus DawsonNovember 10, 2013
Been here 100+ times
Great place for last call! Amazing Martinis and Coffee Drinks
Steve KAugust 15, 2014
Been here 25+ times
My favorite for watching the people go by.
Sid BozAugust 27, 2017
Been here 10+ times
Small but very friendly and welcoming.
Matt LuckingJanuary 28, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Try the Irish Coffee!
M MilazzoApril 2, 2022
Been here 10+ times
Hardly a tip but coffee drinks! Irish coffee!!
David BernalMarch 14, 2016
Lovely ambiance in a historical place on Castro
Alessandro PinnaOctober 10, 2014
Authentic, old school gay bar
Justin ClarkSeptember 21, 2014
Beer, atmosphere, people watching, gay cool
Douglas LuckettSeptember 17, 2016
Head here to mellow out a bit with a cocktail and some company.
Humberto C.September 25, 2019
You can see by the mirrors what's happening in Castro St! LOL
Jill BensonJanuary 13, 2014
Been here 5+ times
This is the sweetest gay bar in the whole wide world.
Maureen SoulesAugust 18, 2012
Order the Irish coffee. It's a great afternoon treat
Adam McCueJanuary 26, 2020
Damn fine coffee.
Mike PAugust 7, 2014
Best people watching in San Francisco
Michael CoxMarch 12, 2016
Ask for drink specials.
Omarrr RRFebruary 5, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Get yourself a cocktail while you wait for the Castro doors to open
Kyle MinorJuly 24, 2023
Been here 50+ times
Sun chasing and beer basting
FrankDecember 6, 2011
Been here 100+ times
Best Coffe drinks in the city and bar man
Alejandro Villa RenteriaJuly 6, 2015
Delicious Irish Coffee!!
Rolo T.January 12, 2014
Been here 25+ times
The Hot Cookie smell is stronger in the upstairs bathroom.
Stef SpitalnickNovember 2, 2013
despite what you may think, this is not the west coast version of hooters.
Matthew BarronNovember 29, 2011
First gay bar in the country with glass windows
Paul ProssedaMarch 21, 2014
Manhattan rocks no bitters #bulletburboncherry
Jo WebberSeptember 9, 2010
Not the freshest lemonade, but an interesting take on the older queer crowd...friendly local bar with a strong sense of community
Keith SmithJanuary 19, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Have a chocolate martini here. Yum.
Noemi LongoriaDecember 25, 2013
Love bar wine
Rolo T.May 27, 2010
Been here 25+ times
Love how you get the sweet aroma from Hot Cookie in the Glass Coffin's bathroom.
Thomas OuttMay 31, 2014
Easy access!
Justin AdamsJuly 20, 2011
Danny is amazing. Always ask for him!
Chuck RoslofOctober 9, 2015
It's an institution.

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