The Showdown logo in red lettering

A lively neighborhood spot in North Beach

Eat. Drink. Enjoy.

est. 2019

The Showdown Bar in San Francisco is a lively neighborhood spot known for its welcoming atmosphere, great drinks, and eclectic mix of locals and visitors.

Groups and parties: whatever the occasion, our tailored service will bring your vision to life. Birthday parties, office functions or any other special occasion, we take care of the fine details.

The Showdown's corner building on Grant Ave by day

The space

Pool, cocktails and a crowd of locals and visitors on Grant Ave.

  • Bartender in a cap pouring at the back bar
  • Guests at the bar under the cocktail, specials and draft beer boards
  • The Showdown's corner storefront at night under string lights
  • Bartender making cocktail close up
  • Moscow Mule cocktail in a copper mug garnished with mint
  • Nacho Popcorn
  • Hands adding coleslaw to a fried chicken sandwich with a fork
  • Fried chicken sandwich served on checkered paper next to a cocktail
  • Buffalo Chicken Eggrolls with a cocktail in the background
  • Cheeseburger served with fries and two cocktails
  • Loaded nachos
  • Hands pouring dressing over a salad
  • Jalapeno Mac and Cheese Balls served with a cocktail
  • Mushroom Tacos
  • Hands topping a fried chicken sandwich with coleslaw using a fork
  • Garlic fries topped with Parmesan and parsley
  • A variety of cocktails on a table
  • Double cheeseburger with lettuce on a sesame bun
  • Mushroom Peanut Noodles and a cocktail
  • Nacho Popcorn next to a glass of beer
  • A bartender preparing a cocktail
  • Garlic fries on a table next to a cocktail
  • Chili Lime Shrimp Tacos and a cocktail
  • Buffalo Chicken Eggrolls
  • Chicken fries served and Dark and Stormy cocktail on a table
  • Guests playing pool
  • Guests shooting pool under a stained-glass lamp
  • A crowded bar washed in red light, with a game on the TV
  • Bartender in a cap shaking a cocktail
  • Guests playing pool in the back room
  • Guests around the pool table with games on the TVs
  • Guests at the bar under the cocktail, specials and draft boards
  • Friends talking over drinks at the bar
  • A Giants flag hanging in the front window under marquee lights
  • Mini corn dogs on a plate beside a cocktail
  • The Showdown's corner entrance at 1268 Grant Ave at night
  • The Showdown sign and string lights over Grant Ave at night
  • A guest lining up a shot at the pool table
  • The long bar under hanging lamps, with guests and a game on
  • The Showdown SF sign lit up at night
  • Bartender mixing a drink at the bar
  • Bartender in a cap garnishing a drink

Walk-ins always welcome. Bringing a crowd?

We don't take reservations — we take parties. Tell us what you're planning and we'll make room.

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