Been vacationing in the Marina area for years now, and just barely discovered this place. Was here for a girl’s weekend and a friend found this place on Yelp. We came after lunch at about 1pm and it was quiet. Most had their laptops and were doing work. My friend and I were at the bar jibber jabbering.Steven was the bartender and not only was he a great mixologist, but he had really good recommendations. This is one of those kinds of places where you want to try their specialty drinks. Don’t do your usual stuff. I am picky and only like drinks served up so Steven asked me a few questions before making a recommendation. We had three drinks each, a cookie and beef jerky before leaving.Parking is easy and there’s plenty. Park, use the machine and grab your receipt. FYI, parking machine says to add your cell so they can forewarn you 15 minutes before your time ends; that DOES NOT WORK. Make sure you keep an eye on the time which we did.Awesome new spot (for me) and will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
KC C.
Been vacationing in the Marina area for years now, and just barely discovered this place. Was here for a girl's weekend and a friend found this place on Yelp. We came after lunch at about 1pm and it was quiet. Most had their laptops and were doing work. My friend and I were at the bar jibber jabbering. Steven was the bartender and not only was he a great mixologist, but he had really good recommendations. This is one of those kinds of places where you want to try their specialty drinks. Don't do your usual stuff. I am picky and only like drinks served up so Steven asked me a few questions before making a recommendation. We had three drinks each, a cookie and beef jerky before leaving. Parking is easy and there's plenty. Park, use the machine and grab your receipt. FYI, parking machine says to add your cell so they can forewarn you 15 minutes before your time ends; that DOES NOT WORK. Make sure you keep an eye on the time which we did. Awesome new spot (for me) and will be back!
Patricia Machado
Lovely place to meet and
Atmosphere: 5
Christiane F.
Such a cute, cozy bar! The service was great but a bit slow, maybe they were understaffed. The drinks were delicious! We got non alcoholic drinks and they were very tasty. Would recommend!
Theo Armour
Smart place for smart
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mike L.
Boy, how naive am I? When I first heard of The Interval, I thought I had a nice little secret to myself. Granted, I discovered them via Yelp, which is where all secrets go to die, but it's not like this place is right smack in the middle of the Mission or Marina. Rather, it seemed like it might be a perfectly hidden gem inside of Fort Mason. However, based on the crowds, we encountered? Like I said...naive. Stepping inside The Interval, I immediately loved the cozy, library-esque vibe they have going on. There's a handful of tables sprinkled about, for parties both large and small, and a bar that's literally covered with bulbs of various liquors and spirits. However, the most impressive thing about The Interval has got to be their drink menu. To say that it has been carefully crafted is more than just to play up the double meaning. The nearly two dozen cocktails you'll find have earned their place for a reason - menu staples from they first opened, cocktails from years past that are back in the rotation, what were temporary offerings that have now become fixtures, and personal creations from each individual bartender. In short? An eclectic mix for every taste and flavor! While there were a few choices that caught my eye, the one that I was most curious about trying was the FISH HOUSE PUNCH (Jamaican Rum, Armagnac, Apricot Brandy, Lemon & Orange Oleo, Pineapple Gum, Served Over Ice...$16). Between the rum and the pineapple, this has a decidedly island tilt that I loved. Perhaps most surprisingly, given the Armagnac and apricot brandy, this didn't taste abrasively sweet either, like I feared it would. FWIW, my gf's non-alcoholic drink was tasty, too, though I don't recall which one she got, and her friend also enjoyed the two drinks he tried. In addition to our drinks, we also ended up getting a couple of The Interval's small bites to try - their BABY SARDINES IN OLIVE OIL ($11) and their TRUFFLE POTATO CHIPS ($4). The Baby Sardines were pretty solid (it comes in a can with a good amount of fish), but the Truffle Potato Chips were awesome! The chips weren't overly salted and had a good amount of truffle flavor to them (but not overly so). If you're not in the mood for cocktails (or mocktails), The Interval also has a ridiculous amount of spirits to choose from (almost 200?), as well as an assortment of wines and beers. They also have a mix of coffees and teas as well, which is perfect for hanging out at Fort Mason during the day time, but I will definitely be back, as The Interval is a great landing spot for pre- or post-dinner drinks. And now you know too! FOUR AND A HALF STARS rounded down.
Lauren S.
What a cool vibe! Industrial style with a library on top and bourbon bottles lining the ceiling. Definitely not something to see every day. Also has incredibly unique drink choices. Nice work Interval.
Chrizelle V.
Drinks were very good! I love the location and we studied at the room in the back and it was def a great study spot. I totally love the views out the window and the privacy. Really cool hip library look. Def coming back soon! Service was top notch!
Marisa Lopez
Love this place to work and have a little pick me up. They have Wifi and a great atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sardines and Chips
Aaron Rigby
An amazing set of drinks to go with asking many questions. only wish could have spent more time in discussion and learning.
I wanted to rate this place higher than I ultimately did. I had been looking forward to checking this place out for a long time. Aesthetic is beautiful from the moment you step in, but it’s a lot more compact inside than a lot of pictures would have you believe.We went on a quiet late afternoon, with just two others there (both working/studying, which this place seems great for). Bartender was very nice. Menu is full of interesting cocktails and mocktails, and both drinks I tried were very good.Unfortunately we saw not one, not two, but three mice crawling around while there. They didn’t bother us, and this is located in an old building, but it did take away from the whole spendy cocktail bar experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
autumn varis ..
I love this hidden gem. Everything from the bartender, small plates and drinks were fantastic and had a great vibe!
Paul Savage
Long hard wood
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Robert Wood
A wonderful museum/event space focused on a long term view of the future.
Been vacationing in the Marina area for years now, and just barely discovered this place. Was here for a girl’s weekend and a friend found this place on Yelp. We came after lunch at about 1pm and it was quiet. Most had their laptops and were doing work. My friend and I were at the bar jibber jabbering.Steven was the bartender and not only was he a great mixologist, but he had really good recommendations. This is one of those kinds of places where you want to try their specialty drinks. Don’t do your usual stuff. I am picky and only like drinks served up so Steven asked me a few questions before making a recommendation. We had three drinks each, a cookie and beef jerky before leaving.Parking is easy and there’s plenty. Park, use the machine and grab your receipt. FYI, parking machine says to add your cell so they can forewarn you 15 minutes before your time ends; that DOES NOT WORK. Make sure you keep an eye on the time which we did.Awesome new spot (for me) and will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Been vacationing in the Marina area for years now, and just barely discovered this place. Was here for a girl's weekend and a friend found this place on Yelp. We came after lunch at about 1pm and it was quiet. Most had their laptops and were doing work. My friend and I were at the bar jibber jabbering. Steven was the bartender and not only was he a great mixologist, but he had really good recommendations. This is one of those kinds of places where you want to try their specialty drinks. Don't do your usual stuff. I am picky and only like drinks served up so Steven asked me a few questions before making a recommendation. We had three drinks each, a cookie and beef jerky before leaving. Parking is easy and there's plenty. Park, use the machine and grab your receipt. FYI, parking machine says to add your cell so they can forewarn you 15 minutes before your time ends; that DOES NOT WORK. Make sure you keep an eye on the time which we did. Awesome new spot (for me) and will be back!
Lovely place to meet and
Atmosphere: 5
Such a cute, cozy bar! The service was great but a bit slow, maybe they were understaffed. The drinks were delicious! We got non alcoholic drinks and they were very tasty. Would recommend!
Smart place for smart
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Boy, how naive am I? When I first heard of The Interval, I thought I had a nice little secret to myself. Granted, I discovered them via Yelp, which is where all secrets go to die, but it's not like this place is right smack in the middle of the Mission or Marina. Rather, it seemed like it might be a perfectly hidden gem inside of Fort Mason. However, based on the crowds, we encountered? Like I said...naive. Stepping inside The Interval, I immediately loved the cozy, library-esque vibe they have going on. There's a handful of tables sprinkled about, for parties both large and small, and a bar that's literally covered with bulbs of various liquors and spirits. However, the most impressive thing about The Interval has got to be their drink menu. To say that it has been carefully crafted is more than just to play up the double meaning. The nearly two dozen cocktails you'll find have earned their place for a reason - menu staples from they first opened, cocktails from years past that are back in the rotation, what were temporary offerings that have now become fixtures, and personal creations from each individual bartender. In short? An eclectic mix for every taste and flavor! While there were a few choices that caught my eye, the one that I was most curious about trying was the FISH HOUSE PUNCH (Jamaican Rum, Armagnac, Apricot Brandy, Lemon & Orange Oleo, Pineapple Gum, Served Over Ice...$16). Between the rum and the pineapple, this has a decidedly island tilt that I loved. Perhaps most surprisingly, given the Armagnac and apricot brandy, this didn't taste abrasively sweet either, like I feared it would. FWIW, my gf's non-alcoholic drink was tasty, too, though I don't recall which one she got, and her friend also enjoyed the two drinks he tried. In addition to our drinks, we also ended up getting a couple of The Interval's small bites to try - their BABY SARDINES IN OLIVE OIL ($11) and their TRUFFLE POTATO CHIPS ($4). The Baby Sardines were pretty solid (it comes in a can with a good amount of fish), but the Truffle Potato Chips were awesome! The chips weren't overly salted and had a good amount of truffle flavor to them (but not overly so). If you're not in the mood for cocktails (or mocktails), The Interval also has a ridiculous amount of spirits to choose from (almost 200?), as well as an assortment of wines and beers. They also have a mix of coffees and teas as well, which is perfect for hanging out at Fort Mason during the day time, but I will definitely be back, as The Interval is a great landing spot for pre- or post-dinner drinks. And now you know too! FOUR AND A HALF STARS rounded down.
What a cool vibe! Industrial style with a library on top and bourbon bottles lining the ceiling. Definitely not something to see every day. Also has incredibly unique drink choices. Nice work Interval.
Drinks were very good! I love the location and we studied at the room in the back and it was def a great study spot. I totally love the views out the window and the privacy. Really cool hip library look. Def coming back soon! Service was top notch!
Love this place to work and have a little pick me up. They have Wifi and a great atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sardines and Chips
An amazing set of drinks to go with asking many questions. only wish could have spent more time in discussion and learning.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Really cool spot… it’s got atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 5
I wanted to rate this place higher than I ultimately did. I had been looking forward to checking this place out for a long time. Aesthetic is beautiful from the moment you step in, but it’s a lot more compact inside than a lot of pictures would have you believe.We went on a quiet late afternoon, with just two others there (both working/studying, which this place seems great for). Bartender was very nice. Menu is full of interesting cocktails and mocktails, and both drinks I tried were very good.Unfortunately we saw not one, not two, but three mice crawling around while there. They didn’t bother us, and this is located in an old building, but it did take away from the whole spendy cocktail bar experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
I love this hidden gem. Everything from the bartender, small plates and drinks were fantastic and had a great vibe!
Long hard wood
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A wonderful museum/event space focused on a long term view of the future.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5