Lobalita
Lobalita is a mid-range mexican, cocktail, and new bar in Marina. Opened March 17, 2026 — from the team behind Bar Darling, April Jean, Harper & Rye, and Peacekeeper and name derived from Latin for 'she-wolf' — symbolizing feminine strength set the tone. Come for stiff classic cocktails.
2231 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA
Mexican, cocktail, new, upscale, and date — mid-range.
Date night, group, and cocktail lovers.
Stiff classic cocktails.
Drinking and eating.
What makes Lobalita worth it
- opened March 17, 2026 — from the team behind Bar Darling, April Jean, Harper & Rye, and Peacekeeper
- name derived from Latin for 'she-wolf' — symbolizing feminine strength
- all cocktails $14 including mole syrup and mini elote variants
- dark woods, checkered flooring, red diner stools
- taquitos, tuna tartare cones, lamb picadillo gordita
- replaces Tipsy Pig after 17 years
Good to know
- Where is Lobalita?
- Lobalita is in Marina, San Francisco, at 2231 Chestnut St, San Francisco, CA.
- What kind of bar is Lobalita?
- It's a mid-range Marina spot that leans mexican, cocktail, and new.
- What should I drink at Lobalita?
- Go for stiff classic cocktails.
- What is Lobalita known for?
- Opened March 17, 2026 — from the team behind Bar Darling, April Jean, Harper & Rye, and Peacekeeper, name derived from Latin for 'she-wolf' — symbolizing feminine strength, and all cocktails $14 including mole syrup and mini elote variants.
- Who is Lobalita good for?
- It's a solid pick for date night, group, and cocktail lovers.
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