Butter

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    354 11th St

    San Francisco, CA 94103

    Folsom St & Harrison St

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    • Closed

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    • 9:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    • 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    • 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    • 8:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    V C.

    Exclusively available at Butter, are a host of cocktails prepared with nutritious Grape and Strawberry sodas for our increasingly health conscious clientele. Butter also features our infamous R.V. - quite possibly the most generous pour of Red Bull & Vodka in town. Butter is unparalleled in our ground breaking application of the latest in radiated cuisine. Tasty, homecooked selections just like your babysitter used to make. Utilizing multiple microwaves, our trailer chef is capable of a dazzling array of dishes skillfully prepared using just the right power settings and timing sequences.

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      How would you describe the atmosphere and crowd vibe?

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      As good as it gets.

      Vlad C., Business Owner 
      6 months ago
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      Is this a hip hop club?

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      No.

      Vlad C., Business Owner 
      1 year ago

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    • Photo of Erica E.
      Erica E.
      Atlanta, GA
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      May 2, 2024
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      What. A. Time.


      With a name like Butter, I knew this place couldn't be too good for my health, but definitely good for the soul. After a week of work and fun, I ended up at Butter with friends and had a blast. A great dive bar is worth its weight in gold... or at least jell-o shots. I had heard legendary stories of fun at Butter and I'm so happy that I finally got to experience it for myself.

      We ventured in on a Thursday night to a warm welcome from the Butter team. The music was pumped up, the bartenders were friendly and all I could smell was popcorn and trouble in the air. I don't go out much anymore, but this was my kinda place. I'm so glad that I changed into sneakers from my high heels because I feel like I danced my life away after only being in the bar for 5 min! Moving with wisdom, I opted for jell-o shots over cocktails/beers after enjoying a number of Espresso Martinis before visiting Butter. I wish someone would have warned me because those jell-o shots were HUGE. Like, what kinda massive dixie cup was that? LOL. They were so good though. The first few came with whipped cream but I guess at some point, we used it up. Oopsies.

      The Butter team was amazing. From the DJs, the bouncer, the bartenders, the boss making goodies in the back - stellar. I wish I had more to say but you really have to go and experience it for yourself. Until we meet again!

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      Rachel K.
      Sacramento, CA
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      I had the best time at Butter! I'll admit I had absolutely no clue what to expect, I went with coworkers and each had a slightly different description based on who I asked and their level of enthusiasm for our group to head there.

      What I will say is even the people who weren't as enthusiastic ended up there, and some of them stayed the longest- maybe it's their hangovers that are trying to warn them...

      From the outside it doesn't look like much, but inside there are lights, projectors, decorations and plenty of drinks and music to make for a great night. The jello shots were uniquely in cheap paper cups, and I think that will be my preferred delivery method from now on- squeeze the bottom of the cup and it's an easy delivery method. Did I mention they add whipped cream to the top? FANCY!

      When I was there the DJ was playing a variety of music, some I knew and plenty I didn't, but my coworkers and I were feeling the vibe and dancing all around the bar. There's no real dance floor, but that didn't matter.

      There's a food vendor area in the back, but I didn't get anything.

      I also didn't notice the unique decorations hanging from the ceiling until someone else pointed them out to me... from the stories my coworkers were telling me they must be mementos of some great times over the years.

      I was probably here from 10-ish to around 1am and it didn't feel that long at all.

      Miraculously, the next day I not only didn't have a hangover, but I was bright eyed and ready to explore more before we all went our separate ways.

      I know why this is an annual tradition now and I hope it continues for years to come.

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      Athonia C.
      Santa Cruz, CA
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      Feb 26, 2024

      butter nightclub is amazing for events at night. i came to see Maculate, who is a regular DJs there. when he play the place is packed. Definitely pop in whenever mac on the decks!

      This place has proper food options too. Its a one stop nightlife joint.

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      Jasdev S.
      Buckhead, Atlanta, GA
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      Jul 15, 2024

      I was here for my gf's birthday and this bar was like a typical American Dive bar and the ambiance was so different. Located in the downtown area, people were not very friendly. The drinks were nice and strong. But did not like the fact that the stools were tied with chains and it was so uncomfortable to sit on the limited range and move them. Saw people have jello shots, so I believe it's their popular one.

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      Jacelyn L.
      University, Blacksburg, VA
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      May 30, 2024

      I checked yelp about this dive bar before arriving with my two friends, and I had a mix of reviews.. HOWEVER my friends and I had the best time ever here and what made it so great was the staff. One of the bartenders talked to us for 2 hours before it got super busy, (we got there around 8pm and left before 12) but I loved seeing both the bar quiet and also loud. Two great experiences!! Will return soon. :)

      This was the bar after 10pm! Super fun
      Our friendly bartender  he was great
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      Aaron P.
      San Francisco, CA
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      Apr 4, 2024

      Decent place to end up at on the weekends, though it can get really packed and can be quite difficult to move around. No other reason to go there any other time. Drinks are good and reasonably priced.

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      Jacob B.
      West University, Tucson, AZ
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      Jun 14, 2024

      Z had amazing service drinks are cheap too.highly reccomend his place
      Bartenders wre extremely nice line moved fast everything about this place was amazing i would recommend this place

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      Hannah S.
      San Francisco, CA
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      Nov 19, 2023

      Although the inside had great decoration..
      It had the worst DJ who played lots of dad rock music (and the honky tonk!?) with small 10 second transitions of 2000's music
      Full of millennial and older aged men who all give off ex-frat energy
      If you're looking for a fun girls night this is not the place
      The security were quite rude as well ... not worth the $5 cover fee
      This place is definitely a hit for the millennial and older crowd though

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      Allie G.
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      Mar 21, 2023

      Having been to Butter twice now, I can confirm it's consistently a fun time. I'm not even a dive bar kind of girl (usually prefer a craft cocktail), but can appreciate a good vibe. Both times, we paid a $5 cover at the door. The interior was dimly lit with a ton of eclectic decor - bras hanging off the ceiling, lots of funny signage, neon signage, license plates, etc. The music selection was also fantastic - a mix of classics and newer stuff, but all songs that you can't help signing along to. The major downside is how common theft is at this bar. There are warnings about this posted on all the walls and the bouncer often walks around, reminding people to secure their belongings. However, my friend did get her phone stolen here last year. Would return though!

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      Nathan D.
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      Aug 26, 2022

      So some rude drunk girl that just walks around thinking she dates the DJ just harasses people frequents here. She's violent and aggressive. Not a place you want to visit. She aggressively pushes people. The bartenders had to give us free shots to apologize. But do not come here!

      Update: so the bar owner that would side with a violent aggressive drunk thinks anyone would want to revisit his bar. Believe me, no one wants to come to your sad little bar if your attitude is the same as the violent drunk. Great response! Shows how "professional" you are when confronted with your business practice. And my kind of people? Being racist as well huh? Trust me, a pathetic bar that caters to violent drunks won't go anywhere.

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