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The Wild Side West

4.7
  • Bars
  • San Francisco, CA

About this business

Tucked snugly in a Bernal Heights Victorian, Wild Side West is a second home to many city locals. Although it is primarily a gay/lesbian bar, everyone is welcome to enjoy a drink here. The knick-knacks, hanging art, and cozy atmosphere are pleasant and familiar. The blood-red pool table, on the other hand like the bar itself, is one of a kind. Settle back with your favorite drinks and enjoy the mellow ambiance and friendly clientele. 

Location details

424 Cortland Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94110, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
4.7319 reviews
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Erica's profile image
2 years ago

Wild Side West has a fantastic outdoor area Wild Side West is a great bar on Cortland with an incredible outdoor area. From the outside, Wild Side West seems intimidating. The front door is always closed and as a lesbian bar, it's hard to know if straight couples are welcome. Once I went inside, I immediately knew this is a neighborhood bar first. The staff and crowd were friendly and the atmosphere was comfortable and relaxed. After getting drinks we walked outside to check out the famous garden and were blown away. The spa... read more

Amy's profile image
2 years ago

Cozy Neighborhood Bar with Enchanted Forest I was lucky enough to live in walking distance to this historic San Francisco landmark for a few years. Its a neighborhood bar first, a lesbian bar second and a free jam session space for many talented musicians always. The beers on tap are great. All the drink specials have a story behind them. The bartenders are sweet and sassy. Order a pot pie from the restaurant next door and kick it in the garden with your buds. Don't forget to swing by the ATM because its cash only. 

Jacquie's profile image
2 years ago

Awesome Neighborhood Bar Don't expect a lot of love from the bartenders, but the surliness is part of their charm. While it's a primarily lesbian bar, everyone is welcome and I've always felt at home there. The backyard is like something out of a Hemingway novel, little nooks and crannies that you can sit down in and enjoy your beer as long as you don't mind the Indigo Girls sing-a-longs. And I don't. 

Susan M.'s profile image
8 years ago

real cozy place with LIVE MUSIC nights (check web or call for schedule). they even have a piano & guitar on site, or bring your own! �������� friendly bar tenders (eye candy!) & great service! there's even a pool table, so get some quarters & let's play! the un-live (piped in) music is awesome too! I was rocking out to the Cure (Lulabye), Concrete Blonde (Bloodletting/Vampire) just to name a few! had a really nice time, bet you will too! ���� Susan Dezirey 

Erica O.'s profile image
15 years ago

Wild Side West has a fantastic outdoor area Wild Side West is a great bar on Cortland with an incredible outdoor area. From the outside, Wild Side West seems intimidating. The front door is always closed and as a lesbian bar, it's hard to know if straight couples are welcome. 

Erica O.'s profile image
15 years ago

Wild Side West has a fantastic outdoor area Wild Side West is a great bar on Cortland with an incredible outdoor area. From the outside, Wild Side West seems intimidating. The front door is always closed and as a lesbian bar, it's hard to know if straight couples are welcome. Once I went inside, I immediately knew this is a neighborhood bar first. The staff and crowd were friendly and the atmosphere was comfortable and relaxed. After getting drinks we walked outside to check out the famous garden and were blown away. The spa... read more

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Jacquie P. 
16 years ago

Awesome Neighborhood Bar Don't expect a lot of love from the bartenders, but the surliness is part of their charm. While it's a primarily lesbian bar, everyone is welcome and I've always felt at home there. The backyard is like something out of a Hemingway novel, little nooks and crannies that you can sit down in and enjoy your beer as long as you don't mind the Indigo Girls sing-a-longs. And I don't. 

Amy F.'s profile image
16 years ago

Cozy Neighborhood Bar with Enchanted Forest I was lucky enough to live in walking distance to this historic San Francisco landmark for a few years. Its a neighborhood bar first, a lesbian bar second and a free jam session space for many talented musicians always. The beers on tap are great. All the drink specials have a story behind them. The bartenders are sweet and sassy. Order a pot pie from the restaurant next door and kick it in the garden with your buds. Don't forget to swing by the ATM because its cash only. 

freshy's profile image
17 years ago

Secret Gem: Bernal Heights Local Hangout – I live across town and at least 2x month make my way over to suburb-in-the-city eclectic Bernal and the welcoming bar on Cortland, Wild Side West. I am not a lesbian, yet they make me and my husband always feel welcome. I am surprised another person rated this bar as unfriendly, because I find just the opposite (maybe the bartender was just busy, because there's usually only one and the place does get pretty crowded.) My advice is to go on a Wednesday or Thursday night when the plac... read more

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How is The Wild Side West rated?

The Wild Side West has a 4.7 star rating with 319 reviews. 

When is The Wild Side West open?

The Wild Side West is open now. It will close at 6:00 p.m.  

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