The Devil's Acre
The Devil's Acre is a mid-range cocktail, historic, and speakeasy vibe bar in North Beach. Future Bars group — apothecary-style bar paying tribute to the Barbary Coast era and cocktails made with extinct and revived ingredients set the tone. Come for craft cocktails and wine by the glass.
256 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA · (415) 766-4363
Cocktail, historic, speakeasy vibe, and late — mid-range.
Cocktail nerds, date night, and small group.
Craft cocktails and wine by the glass.
Drinking.
What makes The Devil's Acre worth it
- Future Bars group — apothecary-style bar paying tribute to the Barbary Coast era
- cocktails made with extinct and revived ingredients
- across the street from City Lights Bookstore
- main bar street level, basement for late nights and special events
- happy hour Tue–Fri 4:30–7pm: $3 off beer, wine, and house classics
Good to know
- Where is The Devil's Acre?
- The Devil's Acre is in North Beach, San Francisco, at 256 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA.
- What kind of bar is The Devil's Acre?
- It's a mid-range North Beach spot that leans cocktail, historic, and speakeasy vibe.
- What should I drink at The Devil's Acre?
- Go for craft cocktails and wine by the glass.
- What is The Devil's Acre known for?
- Future Bars group — apothecary-style bar paying tribute to the Barbary Coast era, cocktails made with extinct and revived ingredients, and across the street from City Lights Bookstore.
- Who is The Devil's Acre good for?
- It's a solid pick for cocktail nerds, date night, and small group.
- Is The Devil's Acre open late?
- Yes — it's one of the later-night options in North Beach.
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