Union Square Insiders: Your Downtown Guide

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This FieldGuide prepared by the team at Handlery Union Square Hotel
From our front door in the heart of downtown, these are the places our team knows best—where to eat well, unwind after meetings, and experience the energy that makes this neighborhood unmistakably San Francisco.
Union Square Insiders: Your Downtown Guide
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Locations

  1. 10.1 miThe Post Room
    San Francisco, CA
    Closed · opens Sat 7 AM
    Today7:00 – 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
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    • Monday: 7:00 – 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 – 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 – 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 – 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 – 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Saturday: 7:00 – 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Sunday: 7:00 – 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
    “Neighborhood gathering spot with a craft cocktail program and reliable menu that works equally well for business dinners and casual evenings after exploring the theater district.”
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  2. 20.1 miONE65 San Francisco
    San Francisco, CA
    Closed · opens Sat 8 AM
    Today8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
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    • Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    “Modern French dining in an approachable downtown setting. The kind of place that handles both celebration dinners and weeknight meals with the same attention.”
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  3. 30.1 miJohn's Grill
    San Francisco, CA
    Closed · opens Sat 11:45 AM
    Today11:45 AM – 9:30 PM
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    • Monday: 11:45 AM – 9:30 PM
    • Tuesday: 11:45 AM – 9:30 PM
    • Wednesday: 11:45 AM – 9:30 PM
    • Thursday: 11:45 AM – 9:30 PM
    • Friday: 11:45 AM – 9:30 PM
    • Saturday: 11:45 AM – 9:30 PM
    • Sunday: 11:45 AM – 9:30 PM
    “A San Francisco institution since 1908, featured in Dashiell Hammett's novels. Classic American steakhouse with deep local history and familiar, well-executed dishes.”
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  4. 40.3 miThe View Lounge
    San Francisco, CA
    Open · closes 12 AM
    Today4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
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    • Monday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
    • Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
    • Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
    • Thursday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
    • Friday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
    • Saturday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
    • Sunday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
    “Rooftop setting with skyline perspective and a cocktail list suited to unwinding after a day of meetings or sightseeing. Best visited as daylight fades.”
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  5. 50.0 miBartlett Hall
    San Francisco, CA
    Closed · opens Sat 3 PM
    Today12:00 – 10:00 PM
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    • Monday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM
    • Thursday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
    • Friday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
    • Saturday: 3:00 – 10:00 PM
    • Sunday: 3:00 – 9:00 PM
    “Casual gastropub energy with a thoughtful beer selection and elevated pub fare. A comfortable option when you want good food without formality.”
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  6. 60.1 miBourbon Steak Restaurant
    San Francisco, CA
    Closed · opens Sat 4 PM
    Today4:00 – 10:00 PM
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    • Monday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
    • Thursday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
    • Friday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM
    • Saturday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM
    • Sunday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
    “Contemporary American steakhouse with polished service and a wine program to match. Reliable choice for business entertaining or special occasion meals downtown.”
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  7. 70.1 miHeart of San Francisco Series
    225 Stockton St, San Francisco, CA 94108
    Closed · opens Sun 12 AM
    TodayOpen 24 hours
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    • Monday: Open 24 hours
    • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
    • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
    • Thursday: Open 24 hours
    • Friday: Open 24 hours
    • Saturday: Open 24 hours
    • Sunday: Open 24 hours
    “Colorful heart sculptures celebrating the city's creative spirit, positioned throughout Union Square. A quick photo moment that captures local character.”
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  8. 80.9 miWashington Square
    Filbert St & Stockton Street, San Francisco, CA 94133
    Open · closes 12 AM
    Today5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
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    • Monday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
    • Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
    • Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
    • Thursday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
    • Friday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
    • Saturday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
    • Sunday: 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
    “North Beach's neighborhood park framed by Saints Peter and Paul Church. Morning tai chi, locals with dogs, and a genuine slice of residential San Francisco life.”
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  9. 90.2 miSister Cities of San Francisco Sign
    Powell St &, Market St, San Francisco, CA 94102
    Closed
    “Commemorative marker at one of the city's busiest intersections, listing San Francisco's global sister cities. A small detail that speaks to the city's international character.”
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