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The Interval at Long Now
Landmark Building A, 2 Marina Boulevard, San Francisco, CA 94123, United States
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Sh
Review №1

Found this place because I was at an event in the Fort Mason center, and was amazed by this place. During the day, this place is a cute coffee shop serving great pastries, coffee, and hot chocolate. In the evening, the place is a fantastic cocktail bar serving delicious drinks. The best thing about the place is the ambiance, and I can stay here all day long for it. Perfect place to work over a coffee during the day and great place to hang out at night with friends.This place is fairly small and packed during busy evenings, so recommend coming here early. Highly recommend this place if you’re in the area!

Ro
Review №2

My favorite cocktail bar is open again! We grabbed drinks (so hard to choose, they all looked delicious) then appetizers from Greens and had a little picnic in the park. The drinks are amazing and they have coffee and tea too... and pre-made mixed drinks you can take home for later! It’s not the same without the people and art inside but was still SO delightful!

Em
Review №3

Nice to be able to pick up a delicious cocktail when going to see a movie outdoors or having dinner at Greens next door.

Ka
Review №4

This place is great! Came here few times during my summer stay in SF! First two times had tea, and third visit grabbed few cocktails! this place is a good spot to visit alone, with friends, or with a date! It’s quiet enough to have a conversation. Drinks are great! Bartender is great, he remembered my face and recognized me on second visit! One of my favorite places in the city :)

Pr
Review №5

Lovely ambiance! It’s a bar/cafe at the Fort Mason Center in San Francisco. Great vibe! Todd at the bar was awesome in the way he prepared the drinks. Fancy way of brewing and serving hot tea. My iced Mocha (unsweetened) turned out quite good too.

Ke
Review №6

One of the coolest bars Ive been to! Small, intimate space with awesome cocktails. No happy hour here but I found the drinks worthwhile. Bartenders were friendly and attentive and the atmosphere here is super interesting. Plenty of parking, however as this place is small you should plan accordingly. Cant recommended this place enough, Ill definitely be coming back!

Lu
Review №7

Very cool museum to visit!! If you are visiting San Francisco! Please visit this amazing, beautiful and life awakening spot! I love coming here for Thursday night because only 21+ allowed and there is music with different themes. Also dont forget to catch a show on Exploratorium !! Its very amazing way to learn about solar system! Visit the green house globe which takes you all the way up to see birds, fishes and spiders!!! Just simply observe the architecture which is amazing and beautiful and must must visit the living roof!!!

Li
Review №8

Thia bar was super fun! I love the spirits hanging in the ceiling; the bartender mentioned something about them being there for charities. It looks beautiful. The ambience is great on a Sunday around 5pm. Not too full, not empty.Came here to get coffee (it was fresh, beans were delicious) and left having had a delicious gin cocktail.

Ma
Review №9

Came in with a group of friends one afternoon. I thought it would be a good place to grab a drink (non-alcoholic and alcoholic) and get some work done. the drinks were delicious.Maybe it was just the day we went in, but it felt more like a quiet library then a bar. My friends and I were wary of talking because of how quiet it was, even though it was full of people. The bartender said it was a bar and that we should feel comfortable talking.

Gr
Review №10

Great bar in Fort Mason with quality cocktails and chill, intellectual vibe.Limited seating, but generally hasnt been too crowded. Its a bit far from the other bars, so tends to attract a more intentional audience. Lots of clever decorations, almost a bit like a science museum. Fantastic menu with a wide range of cocktails to please all palates.Note, Interval closes at midnight and last call is around 11:30, so its not great for late night visits.

Mi
Review №11

We flew to San Francisco that afternoon and decided to go for a walk along the water front just before dark and ended up here. A busy, quirky, clean and unique place. The bartender was friendly and great to watch making drinks. The drinks tasted great and atmosphere was fun. Got chatting to a few people i had meant before so was a great evening in a wonderful place.

Ya
Review №12

Very artsy and not crowd place near fort mason. They use beans from heart coffee in portland. Highly recommend to visit or get some work done with a cup of coffee.

Ve
Review №13

Very cool place to have an interesting drink. The staff is very nice and helpful and the ambiance is really nice. Will absolutely be going back. Randy and Sandy were the two bartenders attending the night I was there and they were both really cool. Very intriguing spot.

Se
Review №14

Amazing space with great vibes.The even the cups are artsy and definitely a good place to spend time.Highly recommend you visit!

Kr
Review №15

Great takeaway cocktails for Covid times. The milk punch and navy gimlet are both tops.

El
Review №16

Steampunk meets SF sophisticated. Its hard to describe this place. Its cool, low key, warm and welcoming, and wonderfully unique. My Navy Gimlet was perfection and my friends Vesper was James Bond cool. Definitely come visit. Maybe on. Friday night, before and after Off The Grid.

Jo
Review №17

Good design makes for a delightfully romantic place to have a coffee during the day or a cocktail in the evening. And theres a cozy semi-private booth with a view of the Golden Gate.

Ka
Review №18

My new favorite bar in San Francisco- happy a friend helped me find it (not visible if just driving by in the area). Lovely decor and service. Not too crowded when we were there on a Thursday evening. Great spot!

Ja
Review №19

Awesome cocktails. You know it’s legit when they use a thermometer stirrer. My only issue with this bar is the bar itself is small and it can get pretty crowded. But will definitely go back.

Al
Review №20

We came for coffee but walked away learning amazing things about preserving the knowledge of our civilisations for 10k years.

Ma
Review №21

Awesome cocktail menu. Fun location ... Try to get seats in the back room to check out the view of the GG Bridge at sunset.

Di
Review №22

Excelent drinks in a unique atmosphere. Worth a trip, but mandatory if youre at Fort Mason.

Dr
Review №23

Ok so Ive been to a few really cool bars but never to one and neat as this. They have these amazing mechanical art pieces, even one you can lose a finger at. There are lots of things in here that catch your eye. After noticing the art, my eye caught what looked like lights hanging from the ceiling. Turned out to be booze bottles hanging from the ceiling and were numbered. Turns out they are for sponsors, they are limited made spirits made just for this charity sponsorships. This is Soo cool! They also have a super rare tea if your not into alcohol, just ask. If thats not enough, they have a few cool nooks and a private area you can sit. They have some snacks and a full bar, with a bartender worth talking to. He made us one of the best Irish coffees Ive ever seen a had, and I had just been to Buena Vista. I was really impressed that he not only hand shook the fresh cream but also tossed in a lil chocolate liquor and topped it with a lil hand shaved dark chocolate. This place is my favorite spot in all of the ft. Mason area, if you go you have to check this place out for sure! So they offer a limited menu during lunch/breakfast but have a full menu and stay open later in the evening for drinks. Oh almost forgot to mention the ginger mixer prototype machine that mixes the perfect flavored gin, you cannot find anything like this anywhere else.

Fe
Review №24

Detail and design put into every little thing they do. A rare mixture between delicate alchemy and heavy machinery. Beautiful ambiance. One of my favorites of all time

An
Review №25

I hesitate to rank it so highly because I dont want more people to go. Good night tonight as its burning man and the whole world is getting their out of town travels in for the holiday, so it was fairly quiet tonight, perfect, since it also happened to be my actual birthday.

A
Review №26

Great, cozy place for a drink alone or with friends. Not loud inside so can easily talk to others and lots of pay parking right outside.

Ol
Review №27

The best place of my life. And best coffee.

Do
Review №28

Great cocktails in a quirky atmosphere with snippets of Long Now philosophy (and occasional employees) if you look about.

To
Review №29

Visted this place as a late wind down on our one off trip to San Fran. Definitely will be back. An Ultra cool experience.

Re
Review №30

This will always be one of my favourite cocktail spots

Ka
Review №31

Coffee shop, bar & event space boasting a modern setting complete with views & a librarylike vibe.

Jo
Review №32

Cool place to hang out, get some work done, and enjoy a nice cocktail or coffee.

An
Review №33

Awesome cocktails. You know it’s legit when they use a thermometer stirrer. My only issue with this bar is the bar itself is small and it can get pretty crowded. But will definitely go back.

De
Review №34

One of my favorite fancy cocktail bars in SF. Love the private room at the back of the bar overlooking the bay. Great futuristic atmosphere. Killer drinks. Pictured here in all its delectable glory is a Oaxacan Old Fashioned - tequila, mezcal, chile liqueur and chocolate bitters, served on large ice with orange zest.

Am
Review №35

Best cocktails in the city.

Ai
Review №36

Very charming tranquil atmosphere. Not the best place to take the kids. Take that into account.

Da
Review №37

Inspired cocktails. Inspiring mission. So good. After supporting the crowd funding more than four years ago. I was finally able to visit. Cocktails and tea live up to the hype. Delicious. Boozy. Also, the soundtrack is perfection. Relaxed and thoughtful place. Clientele is evenly split between attractive couples on dates and thoughtful individuals engrossed in books or laptops.

To
Review №38

Cool space with great cocktails. I wanted to check out the upstairs library.

Gu
Review №39

Fantastic drinks, great staff, dazzling art work.. what a found! Will go back for sure.

Ng
Review №40

Great atmosphere. This place is a coffee meets bar fusion. The decor is very nice. They got this moving artwork behind the bar that is ridiculously captivating. The mix drinks are made very well. Wanted to try most of them.

Jo
Review №41

Good chill place. A little far from the rest of the city, but there is the Off the Grid food trucks and music every Friday, so can make it an evening.Craft cocktails is what you come here for.

Ke
Review №42

This place is a JEM! I love the atmosphere and the globe/sundial in the front. The drinks are amazing. This place is truely something great! It does get crowded on weekends though so be prepared.

Ch
Review №43

Love this place, cool decor and good cocktails

Sc
Review №44

Fantastic drinks, and friendly staff. I’d highly suggest exploring the drinks list as it is, but if you don’t find something you’re interested in, strike up a conversation with the staff. We tried a few things and loved it, but found the off menu potential just as inspired and enjoyable as what is on menu. Lastly I’d just recommend going on a night when the area is less busy, if for no other reason than for the staff to have a moment for the above conversation. Enjoy!

Az
Review №45

Ive always loved this place! Im just glad that Ill be at Fort Mason center every week... just gives me all the more reason to grab my all-time favourite Old-fashioned at The Interval at Long Now! Hands down, then best Old-fashioned in town!

Mi
Review №46

Incredible drinks and atmosphere. Youll feel like part of the future.

Jo
Review №47

Where else can you get a craft cocktail ordered from a leather-bound menu and supplement it with a jar of pimento cheese, complete with gluten-free crackers, long after every other bar’s kitchen has closed? For a boozy midnight snack with a touch of class, The Interval delivers!

Ta
Review №48

This bar is just the cutest and most cozy paradise in the middle of bustling SF. Came here on a date because we couldnt get into the Cal Academy of Sciences. It was the perfect alternative though! Got the Moscow mule and it was delicious!

Za
Review №49

Intellectual hang out spot, well crafted drinks, and fun history to read. I recommend hitting the interval before a wedding event, food truck weekends or any fort mason festivities. It’s a relaxing bar to meet people, it’s not loud and you can enjoy company without yelling. Make the time to check it out. Drink prices are higher then usual but they make them with care and precision.

Ga
Review №50

I am so glad to finally add The Interval to Places Ive Been, and Will Revisit Soon. Quality drinks, excellent atmosphere, very fine selection behind the bar. Very pure flavors. All drinks were measured (vs. free pour, which I despise) so I feel safe in ordering different drinks next time. And, they have a piece of Brian Eno art behind the bar.

Ja
Review №51

Awesome bar/coffee spot for a mid day or morning hangout. The solar system model is fascinating and the decor makes you feel link youre in a rich persons study.

Br
Review №52

Quaint. Friendly and out of this world. Strong drinks and a modern, well thought out and intellectual environment. Great for after dinner (or pre!) dinner drinks and a hidden gem if Ive ever seen one.Lovely, informative staff and an ambiance that can make for a spectacular evening.

Ch
Review №53

Affiliated with the Long Now Foundation, this is a great bar that houses the library to restore civilization.

Ad
Review №54

Very significant feeling. Lots of important intellectual content on the shelves. Very cool that The Long Now has a bar underneath it. Good people spend time here and it is not too crowded.

Mo
Review №55

I could spend days there! Great space to get lost in.

Br
Review №56

Interesting idea for a foundation. The space feels like the bar is more important than the future vision.

Ac
Review №57

Knowledgeable garçons and a cool setting. Theres a small library upstairs but it seems to be closed. We had brought our books since it seemed like you could study there but it was too loud for that and just had more of a regular fancy cocktail bar setting. Price of any given cocktail was around $13. Worth the trek.

Vi
Review №58

Im not a huge fan of coffee, but this gem hidden in Fort Mason is one of the coolest coffee shops Ive been to.As soon as I walked in the coffee shop, I was immediately impressed with the aesthetics. Whats really cool was that it was also a museum. They had a lot of fascinating things here thats worth admiring.They also serve alcohol here! I ordered the cranberry with Douglas fir shrub and it kind of tasted like vinegar. Not necessarily a bad thing, I actually enjoyed it.Theres a small lounge in the back that my group and I went to. There, you could see a beautiful view of the Marina and the Golden Gate Bridge.I would love to come back here again and show this place to my friends!

Je
Review №59

This is a charming, quirky place. Fabulous drinks and fun place for science geeks.

Ry
Review №60

Delicious cocktails, friendly bartender and great recomendations

Ch
Review №61

Friendly staff, unique mixed drinks, interesting decor. A great place to unwind after work or begin an evening out.

bu
Review №62

Underwhelming. Music just didnt match the theme of the menu. Drink wasnt quite there.

Fa
Review №63

This bar is just the cutest and most cozy paradise in the middle of bustling SF. Came here on a date because we couldnt get into the Cal Academy of Sciences. It was the perfect alternative though! Got the Moscow mule and it was delicious!

Fr
Review №64

Eclectic atmosphere. Reasonable prices. Great staff.

Ja
Review №65

Great place to get work done after hours and have a beer. Free WiFi and great relaxed ambiance at night.

Ma
Review №66

What an amazing place. The decoration, the set and the place it is is a must stop in a tour through San Francisco. Fair price, good looking people and good products.

Ja
Review №67

Holy smokes. This just aint no standard cafe/drinks place. Its a literal society. Think steam punk meets futurism meets today. While I dont know much about the Long Now society, I feel like I should. Latte was average for SF (meaning good world-wide). The mixed drinks seem to be the stars. That amd the mechanical celestial clock.

Bi
Review №68

Great find! Will absolutely come back here

Si
Review №69

This bar is modern and has interesting drinks, but I dont enjoy the general vibe or the isolated location.

Me
Review №70

They are so passionate about what they do here, cocktails are an artform here ! And the service and staff are some of the best Ive ever encountered !

Da
Review №71

Awesome beer hall and dog friendly

Do
Review №72

Super eclectic space and well executed cocktails. Love the decor.

Mi
Review №73

Good location, easy going crowd and soothing atmosphere make up for higher prices. Great vibes come from a friendly mix of locals and visitors.

Am
Review №74

Do you get sea sick looking at the open ocean? Do you enjoy knowing exactly how much time you spend on the toilet? Do you long for mediocre drinks that you can drink standing in a corner waiting for someone with a laptop to move? Do you like looking at bookshelves with nothing to read on them? Do you like drinking at an establishment that looks like it could also handle your oil change? Are you a hipster with something to prove? Then this is your spot!If however youre looking for a decent drink at a decent price on the water or simply expect a reasonable amount of seating at your bar or dont enjoy a timer hangin over you in the restroom Id reccomend you go somewhere else. Anywhere else.Bartenders are nice though.

Sw
Review №75

Cant believe we have not hung out here before! This is a cafe + bar with interiors done so aesthetically. We tried their fab herbal teas. So glad to have found this gem!

Si
Review №76

Amazing bar and place for light eats. Bar staff brilliant. Try the gimlet. Classic.

Pa
Review №77

Relaxed ambience, Friendly and attentive bartenders that make great drinks. Love this place. They made one of the best old fashions Ive ever had.

Mo
Review №78

Extraordinarily cerebral environs with skilled and thoughtful bartenders. International beverage selections to enlighten your taste buds. Great company and good conversation. Try the chocolate hazelnut shortbread, too!

No
Review №79

Great bar! Great bartenders, even great coffee for sale there! My only wish is that they served piping hot fries; oh well....

Gr
Review №80

Very nice ambiance, the music isnt so loud that you cant hear your friends, which is nice. I felt like my drinks were a bit too smooth. I had two whiskey drinks, one which tasted like not much of anything, one which was overpowered by the lemon juice. But I still got a good buzz, so I guess I cant complain to hard. Id go here again.

Ta
Review №81

Nice spot hidden in the Marina district...Suprisingly for a bar with younger people, me and hubby were impressed with how well behaved they were...the Servers were nice and helpful too...haha!! One made me a special drink based on my preference with flavors. Will go back..

Pl
Review №82

Saturday night, 8pm. 6 people in the bar total. Got served a Kölsch in a thimble that was either 4, 5, or 6oz - the same size glass you get orange juice from concentrate at a cheap hotel’s breakfast buffet. Price: $6. Never going back.

Ni
Review №83

Fantastic cocktails and sweet staff and owner. I love the chandeliers made from decanters. One of the best things about this bar is the local residents bring in their dogs, I love a great cocktail and a good cuddle with a borrowed dog now and then.

St
Review №84

This is my home away from.... well, I live within walking distance... so...Basically, Im too biased to l Ave a review.

Si
Review №85

Great intellectual place for a cup of coffee or an evening cocktail.

za
Review №86

Came here around 11:30. Customer service was great, they let me sample a few drinks before making a decision which is awesome. Justin and Jeremy deserve a raise

El
Review №87

Great service, laid back atmosphere

De
Review №88

Wow what an unexpected treat. We stopped in for happy hour and it was amazing. Loved the queso fundido and delicious chicken tacos in a box - see photo. Apparently everything is housemade including the salsa. Courtney behind the bar: thanks for the recommendations and excellent margarita.

An
Review №89

Absolutely fantastic cocktails, great environment, the staff is very kind and helpful. Highly recommended place!

Ma
Review №90

I drive pass this place so many times and thought this place was abandoned lol from the look outside. My coworker recommended me to try the mechiladas from here. My friend and I shared the small size and it was so good!! I dont like bloody marry but this is different in a better way. Im also not a fan of beer but I couldnt taste any beer at all. I came here around 6pm on a Thursday and there was no one, we sat outside which was pretty cute with the big tree and string lights but there were just too many flies. I would come back here again but prob sit inside next time. You also pay when you order.OverallTaste 4/5Service 4/5 everyone was nice and the drinks came out fastParking 3/5 theres a valet next to it but I street park at the meter near jack in the box which only like a 2 min walkPrice 4/5 I think its worth it for the amount that you ge

Ad
Review №91

Great atmosphere; interesting and tasty drinks.

Es
Review №92

My favorite place in the area to stop for drinks! Its a beautiful looking bar and the drinks are strong but not so strong that they dont taste good :) everyone here is always so friendly that it has the feel of a small town bar despite being in SF.

Ra
Review №93

I could come back many times just to check out the cool interior. The cocktails served are really good and the bartenders do make good recommendations. The crowd is very decent given the place is in Marina. Overall a solid 5-star experience.

AJ
Review №94

Im not a huge fan of coffee, but this gem hidden in Fort Mason is one of the coolest coffee shops Ive been to.As soon as I walked in the coffee shop, I was immediately impressed with the aesthetics. Whats really cool was that it was also a museum. They had a lot of fascinating things here thats worth admiring.They also serve alcohol here! I ordered the cranberry with Douglas fir shrub and it kind of tasted like vinegar. Not necessarily a bad thing, I actually enjoyed it.Theres a small lounge in the back that my group and I went to. There, you could see a beautiful view of the Marina and the Golden Gate Bridge.I would love to come back here again and show this place to my friends!

Gl
Review №95

Beautiful place at Ft. Mason great time!

Ga
Review №96

Strained, but worth a stop if you find a spot to settle.

Ki
Review №97

Great mocktails, always give them some direction for what you might want (citrus-y, berry notes). We got something with coconut juice and it was great!

Er
Review №98

Fabulous drinks and the coffee is really delicious.

Uw
Review №99

Met up with a friend for brunch on a Sunday Funday and I was quite impressed. The ambiance and decor was fancy and chic but not too boujee (word to Migos)! The staff was extremely polite and attentive; the waitress came over multiple times to check on us and was more than eager to give us the low down on each of the cocktails. We tried the hibiscus cocktail and it was a stiff drink, dont let the bright color fool you.I had the carne asada and eggs and the meat was unbelievably tender and well seasoned. My friend had a churro waffle. If you love churro this waffle is for you. The reason for the 4 stars is the food portions are just not that big. I guess I am used to the humongous food portions in other LA restaurants, but I was starving when I left (granted we stayed for a couple hours catching up). That is usually the same amount of time I spend brunching and I usually leave still satisfied.* I stand corrected: Tapas style restaurant so they do have bigger portions to share for the gluttons like myself hehe! My bad Toca, my bad!Parking: is plentiful. I believe they valet for a fee (not sure of the price), but there are 2 hour parking meters on either side of the street.

Ch
Review №100

Good bar with amazing imaginative cocktails, friendly fun staff and very intellectual clientele. I love this spot, but it is pretty out-of-the-way. You can get into some very intellectual or philosophical conversations with just about anybody there, and you will really enjoy yourself. If it wasnt in the middle of nowhere, Id go there every day.

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  • Address:Landmark Building A, 2 Marina Boulevard, San Francisco, CA 94123, United States
  • Site:https://theinterval.org/
  • Phone:+1 415-496-9187
Categories
  • Museum
  • Coffee shop
  • Cocktail bar
Working hours
  • Monday:1–9:15pm
  • Tuesday:1–9:15pm
  • Wednesday:1–9:15pm
  • Thursday:1–9:15pm
  • Friday:1–9:15pm
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:5–10pm
Service options
  • Takeaway:Yes
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great beer selection:Yes
  • Great cocktails:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Cocktails:Yes
  • Food:Yes
  • Food at bar:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Amenities
  • Toilets:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cosy:Yes
  • Upmarket:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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