Moongate Lounge
Moongate Lounge is a mid-range cocktails, dim, and themed bar in Chinatown. Above Mister Jiu's and Bond lair vibes set the tone.
28 Waverly Pl, San Francisco, CA · (415) 857-9688
Hours
| Mon | Closed |
| Tue–Sat | 6 PM–12 AM |
| Sun | Closed |
Hours via OpenStreetMap — double-check before a special trip.
Cocktails, dim, themed, and see-and-be-seen — mid-range.
New date and established date.
What makes Moongate Lounge worth it
- above Mister Jiu's
- Bond lair vibes
- lotus chandeliers
- frothy cocktails inspired by Chinese lunar calendar
Good to know
- Where is Moongate Lounge?
- Moongate Lounge is in Chinatown, San Francisco, at 28 Waverly Pl, San Francisco, CA.
- What kind of bar is Moongate Lounge?
- It's a mid-range Chinatown spot that leans cocktails, dim, and themed.
- What is Moongate Lounge known for?
- Above Mister Jiu's, Bond lair vibes, and lotus chandeliers.
- Who is Moongate Lounge good for?
- It's a solid pick for new date and established date.
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