Top of the Mark
Top of the Mark is a mid-range historic, iconic, and photo-worthy bar in Nob Hill. Since 1939 and 360-degree view at the top of Nob Hill set the tone.
999 California St (Mark Hopkins Hotel), San Francisco, CA · (415) 616-6916
Hours
| Mon–Tue | Closed |
| Wed–Sat | 5 PM–9:30 PM, 4:30 PM–11:30 PM |
| Sun | Closed |
Hours via OpenStreetMap — double-check before a special trip.
Historic, iconic, photo-worthy, and cocktails — mid-range.
New date, established date, parents, and out-of-towners.
Live music.
What makes Top of the Mark worth it
- since 1939
- 360-degree view at the top of Nob Hill
- live jazz nights
- WWII servicemen tradition of 'squadron table'
Good to know
- Where is Top of the Mark?
- Top of the Mark is in Nob Hill, San Francisco, at 999 California St (Mark Hopkins Hotel), San Francisco, CA.
- What kind of bar is Top of the Mark?
- It's a mid-range Nob Hill spot that leans historic, iconic, and photo-worthy.
- What is Top of the Mark known for?
- Since 1939, 360-degree view at the top of Nob Hill, and live jazz nights.
- Who is Top of the Mark good for?
- It's a solid pick for new date, established date, and parents.
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