Starlite

4.4

193 Reviews

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 60 times today

Great for scenic views
Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions

Starlite is a historic San Francisco cocktail bar with nearly a century of vibrant stories. Renowned for hosting lively parties and attracting iconic figures like Alan Ginsberg, Starlite invites guests to the Beacon Grand’s 21st-floor, featuring refreshed interiors by San Francisco designer Alice Crumeyrolle. The atmosphere is set with rich velvet fabrics and a jewel-tone palette inspired by the Art Deco Era, paying homage to the city’s icons. Crafted by Scott Baird of Trick Dog fame, the cocktails are both playful and meticulously made. Michelin-award-winning chef Johnny Spero curates a menu that celebrates San Francisco’s culinary artistry, drawing inspiration from international fare. Enhancing the experience are nightly, all-vinyl DJ sets by music director Nina Tarr.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Thu 4:00 pm–1:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(415) 395-8520
Website
http://www.beacongrand.com/starlite
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Starlite offers dazzling private event spaces, from intimate gatherings to grand affairs, with up to 225 guests to take in the sweeping city views. To raise a glass and celebrate, message us at events@starlitesf.com or give us a ring at 415-395-8528 for more details.

Location
450 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94108-1504
Neighborhood
Financial District / Embarcadero
Cross street
Powell and Sutter
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
Powell St Station BART, Union Square Market Street Station MUNI
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Dancing, Late Night, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access

What 193 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.1Service
4.6Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco
Great for scenic views

Review summary

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Starlite offers "amazing views" of the San Francisco skyline and boasts a "fun atmosphere" perfect for both intimate dates and group outings. The drinks are "unique and creative," and the service is often praised as "excellent." While the music can be quite loud, the venue's "spectacular ambiance" and "beautiful decor" make it a memorable spot.

193 Reviews

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Brittany
VIP
San Francisco
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Love this place. Hate the service and lackluster vibe. 20% tip already included so don’t expect much speed. Drinks were so slow, that when one came we had to immediately order another second in order for it to be ready in time….yikes.
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Brooke
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Experience was good not great. Drinks were fantastic, but the service was lacking. I’d cut the waiters some slack because it was Valentine’s Day, but we were largely ignored which wait staff was chatting amongst themselves
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Aaron
Pittsburgh
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
LOUD. the music was very loud. people were practically shouting to talk to each other. and while the view was nice, it was hard not to notice the state of repairs needed on the building. size of drinks for the cost was absurd. and while I could see a 20- to 30-something finding the lure, it was lost upon this one
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Lindsay
San Francisco
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
This place was nice when it opened but has quickly gone downhill. The music was horrible (they blasted bad 80’s), the drinks were mediocre and the bathroom was disgusting. This no longer feels high end.
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aaliyah
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
such a fun time! music had me dancing. drinks were so good and the fries were bomb! i was treated ice cream for my birthday and it was soooo yum. y’all need to come here fr!
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Steven
VIP
San Francisco
50 reviews
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great venue with excellent drinks. We did not have any food.
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Rhoda
VIP
Greater Boston
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
The view is spectacular. The drinks are quite good. The appetizers are over-priced, small, and not very interesting. The worst part is the very loud music that you need to yell over. We left our reservation early and headed over to a bar up the hill called Summer Place where there was no view, but the drinks were better and the vibe was friendlier.
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Paul
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 31, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Nice setting and service, but music too loud to have a conversation without constant leaning over the seats and tables.
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Frank
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Wait at the bar for two hours to seat at a table though plenty of space was available
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Margot
VIP
San Francisco
8 reviews
2.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Loud and expensive. View average for tall SF building.
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Starlite is rated 4.4 stars by 193 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 60 times today

450 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94108-1504

Additional information

Cross street
Powell and Sutter
Neighborhood
Financial District / Embarcadero
Hours of operation
Thu 4:00 pm–1:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
Powell St Station BART, Union Square Market Street Station MUNI
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Dancing, Late Night, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://www.beacongrand.com/starlite
Phone number
(415) 395-8520
Private party facilities
Starlite offers dazzling private event spaces, from intimate gatherings to grand affairs, with up to 225 guests to take in the sweeping city views. To raise a glass and celebrate, message us at events@starlitesf.com or give us a ring at 415-395-8528 for more details.

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