Jolene’s Bar and Restaurant — Restaurant in San Francisco

Sunday was my friends Birthday. She had called and messaged ahead of time to see how to reserve tables for all in her party. There was a planned 30 ppl from south bay suppose to show up to celebrate. She was told its 1st come 1st serve basis. So we showed up right when doors opened walked in and saw 3 tables with "reserved" signs on them. We asked the bartender how we could get tables or even reserve them. We told her what we were told. Her reply is "I literally have no idea. That comes from the owner". We thought that was weird but settled for bar sitting even though we knew it wasn't going to be enough space for us all. As time went on now 3hrs into the show I wanted to try some of my friends mimosa. So I poured 2 oz in my 4 oz water cup. With quickness the male bartender jumped down my throat. Going off on me about how I didn't pay for the mimosa. And I told him no my friend did I just wanted to try it. He continued to tell me I couldn't bc I didn't pay for it. I said so is "sharing is not caring here" he said "No sharing is not caring here" he told me that I might as well drink it now being that I poured it. I told him nm he turned me off to it and I didn't want it anymore. From that point on I didn't order anything anymore.

Look ppl I get if it's their policy you can't share bottomless mimosas but don't talk ppl so rudely. Especially if you do not have that posted anywhere not even on your website! Seriously there are different ways to tell a customer what the bar policy is. In all none of us in the party were impressed or really happy about the service here. We will not be back. That's 22 ppl from SJ who will only be speaking about how bad their...

We're visiting SF from the midwest, and this was the first time my wife and I had ever been to a lesbian bar. I cannot possibly stress enough what a fun, magical experience it was coming to Jolene's! The drinks were great, the staff were delightful, the dancers gave us heart palpitations, and the atmosphere was so energetic that we were just in awe at it all. It was amazing to have a place where we could have fun and be openly in love around other folks like us without any fear; that alone was almost more intoxicating than the drinks!

It's also worth mentioning for anyone concerned that this place is super trans-friendly, so worry not on that front! I cannot recommend Jolene's enough, and we'll definitely be back before the end...

Jolene’s is everything a neighborhood bar should be.

This place just gets it. Great energy, friendly bartenders who actually seem to enjoy being there, and a crowd that feels down to earth and inclusive. The cocktails are strong (and surprisingly well-balanced for the price), the music is always on point, and the vibe walks that perfect line between chill and lively depending on the night.

What really stands out, though, is the sense of community. Even if you come alone, you never really feel alone here. People actually talk to each other. It’s a spot where you can dance a little, have a drink that isn’t watered down, and just be.

Whether you’re starting your night or closing it out, Jolene’s hits different....