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Lounge - Starlite, San Francisco, CA

Starlite

4.4
4.4
209 Reviews
$31 to $50
Cocktail Bar

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Booked 21 times today

About this restaurant

  • 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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Additional information

  • 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
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Johnny Spero
  • 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.
  • Area
    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, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 209 people are saying

Starlite reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Starlite offers an "amazing view," "spectacular cocktails," and a vibrant atmosphere. Guests appreciate the "fun vibe" and "great service," though some note the music can be "very loud." The decor is "beautiful" and "gorgeous," making it ideal for special occasions. While service can be inconsistent, the overall experience is memorable.
209 Reviews
  1. Leslie

    San Francisco40 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Very poor choice of bar bites. Nothing to share. Need to rethink.

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  2. KrystalP VIP

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had so much fun! Great cocktails- great food- great music- the team is so nice! -highly reccomend!!!

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  3. genie

    Atlanta2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a great spot to cocktails and bites (enough for a light dinner) The view and vintage ambiance makes you feel like a movie star - though the service takes the cake! Don’t miss this on your San Fran visit!

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    Indiana8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great lounge for date nights. Or get together with friends.

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    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was really great! Only complaint is the music was a little too loud made it had for conversation, felt like i was screaming to someone sitting right next to me

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  6. Maya

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful old SF experience. Great view of the city. Drinks were fantastic. It’s a fun place to dress up. The DJ played some of my favorite music. I wish there was room to dance!

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  7. terry VIP

    San Francisco12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I adore Starlite. The vibe is always fun, the drinks are spectacular, and the service is exceptional. (A special shout-out to the host team, who are always so warm and welcoming.) And of course, you can't beat the view - there's not a bad seat in the place to take it in.
    StarliteResponded on 7 March 2025
    Thank you so much for the kind words, Terry! We're thrilled to hear that you love the vibe, drinks, and service at Starlite. Kelly, Michelle, and Lindsey will be especially happy to hear your shoutout. Our host team truly does an amazing job making everyone feel welcome. We’re so glad you enjoy the view as well! We can’t wait to welcome you back soon.

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    Tahoe1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 3 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had reservations so we got 1 of the best 10 seats in the house. Not that any seat is bad. Service was exceptional. So was the view.
    StarliteResponded on 7 March 2025
    Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the view and received one of the best seats in the house. It’s great to know that the service was beyond expectations, and we truly appreciate your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable time at Starlite!

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    St. Louis1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Most tables seem to have great views! Our room/ table seemed to be one of the few that didn’t… but because we didn’t have a view it made the value prop off! Drinks were good but not amazing. I wish they had said when booking that our table didn’t have a view. But it’s still a cool vibe! Just not sure it’s worth the price.
    StarliteResponded on 7 March 2025
    Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the vibe and drinks, though we’re sorry your table didn’t have the view you were hoping for. We totally get how important that atmosphere is, and we appreciate your thoughts on the value. We’d love for you to give us another shot, and we’ll make sure your next experience is even better.

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  10. Andy

    London4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 24 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service, good views across the city Drinks slightly underwhelming
    StarliteResponded on 26 February 2025
    Hi Andy, we're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the service and the beautiful views. We always strive to provide the best experience, so we’ll definitely take your comments about the drinks into consideration. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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Starlite is rated 4.4 stars by 209 OpenTable diners.

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450 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94108-1504

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Powell and Sutter
  • Area
    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
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Johnny Spero
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • 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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