The Royal Cuckoo

3202 Mission St, San Francisco
(415) 550-8667

Recent Reviews

Oran Scott

If you like vintage music and retro atmosphere this is the place!Great quality well made cocktails at prices that won’t break the bank. Hands down one of the funnest bars in San Francisco!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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Shelby Ash

Classic bar, good vibes, live jazz.

Anthony Picchi

Up to this point this might be my favorite bar in the city. I appreciated the laid back atmosphere, the delicious hot apple cider with brandy, the cozy seating, and the music. Like where the heck else can you find a live organist and trumpeting who absolutely wail?? Live music Thursday through Sunday, no cover charge but tips are appreciated (and very much deserved) for the musicians. Such a cool spot

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Charles Cartolano

Love this low key cool spot. Been coming here off and on since they opened but finally got to writing a review. Nice cocktail selection and also Chimay on tap served in a proper Chimay glass. Nightly music with no cover at the door, but they do pass a basket for donations so bring a little cash. Like I mentioned great low key vibe perfect for a first date or meeting up with a couple friends. Patio out back as well if you like the outdoors or want to grab a smoke.

Batia Love Ahava

What a cool place to spend some time!! The organ player there is So Incredibly Talented!! What a Great way place to spend a few hours!!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Ignacio López

Eclectic neighborhood bar with reasonably priced drinks and live music, including an organ! They now accept credit card.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

David Patrickson

This is an amazing neighborhood bar. The service is always great and the bartenders are knowledgeable about their signature drinks and are ready to modify if needed to match your tastes.At the end of the bar, they often have live music from local musicians. The patio in the back is eclectic and fun. There's plenty of seating and they always decorate for the season. There's sometimes seating out front where you can bring your own food and have their drinks.If you find yourself in Bernal Heights, I would give this spot a try.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

August Boman

Cozy eclectic spot with a cute back garden.

Atmosphere: 5

Geoff Phillips

Best bar in the city. Live hammond organ 4 nights/week with no cover. Top notch cocktails. Dim lighting and a back porch. Tell me what else u need!

Atmosphere: 5

Joe R.

Paul and Debbie are the absolute best! Two of the nicest people you will ever meet. I was there celebrating a graduation. The service here is attentive, friendly and second to none. The quality of the drinks..... phenomenal! I tried the lemon margarita and it was so good! An eclectic collection of things are everywhere and it creates an interesting and cozy feel. A great patio in the back as well. Great live music! Come check this place out, you won't be disappointed!

Mindia Mindia

Amazing place, excellent staff and great

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Michelle Gerdes

Great place with cuckoo charm.Great service and good drinks.Didn't hear the organ playthis time but will try again. DJ was doing a great job spinning records ❣️Love the neon sign?✨️❤️

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Michele S.

Best backyard spot in the WHOLE CITY! I feel so at home here. Nice people, bartenders. And live organ!

Ed U.

Man, I just love this place. I still haven't stayed late enough for the 8PM organ set, but presumably it doesn't consist of selections from the Mormon Tabernacle Choir hymn book but rather jazz numbers that complement their extensive vinyl collection. They open at 4PM during the week, and I showed up not long afterward since I happened to be walking on Mission. The comfortable vibe hit me right away. It was filled with a lot of vintage items including the requisite antelope head, but it didn't feel excessive. I think simply calling it a dive bar marginalizes what owners Paul Morgan and Debbie Horn truly provide here. My interactions have been mostly with Debbie, and she's the real thing, one of the most genuinely friendly bartenders in the city. And hey, I've been served by all kinds around town, and upon a return visit weeks later, she recalled me and where I was from without hesitation. This may be an obscure shut-in reference, but she reminded me of the effervescent Erin Napier, the host of HGTV's "Home Town", just someone whose smile equates to a warm hug. That's not to say Paul is a social slouch. He was busy trying to discourage a high-as-a-kite urban teen from entering the premises. Another reason not to call this a dive is their specialty cocktail menu which reflects their hard-earned years of respective bartending experience. The house cocktails don't disappoint. The $12 Ava Ray's Pina Colada wasn't frozen but quite delicious nonetheless with dark rum, port, pineapple, and coconut (photo: The $12 Red Margarita caught me by surprise as it combined tequila and agave with pomegranate and raspberries (photo: It was a treat from Debbie, who spent years at Puerto Allegre perfecting it. I was so entranced I later ordered the $13 Backyard Lemon Tree Margarita which I believe took advantage of lemons picked in the welcoming back patio (photo: It ain't gay but I could become a regular. COCKTAILS - 5 stars...they know how to mix their craft cocktails, don't let the casual vibe fool ya AMBIANCE - 5 stars...just love the vintage garage-sale vibe SERVICE - 5 stars...all about Debbie TOTAL - 5 stars...I just need to come back with Jamie W. during organ time RELATED - Exploring Bernal Heights? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed:

Justin Bishop

Don’t come here if you like a good time and great music.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

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