Woods Cervecería — Restaurant in San Francisco

I have been frequenting "MateVeza" since it opened at 18th & Church a few years back. The location at the edge of Dolores Park can't be beat. But what keeps me coming back, above all else, are the beers and the service. There is a rotating list of local drafts made with yerba mate (enough to give you a kick similar to a coffee buzz), as well as an interesting cooler of bottles from around the globe. My favorite on draft is the Morpho, regardless of the season or vintage. As for service, Jim and his team couldn't be nicer. No attitude, just great service and friendly conversation each and every visit. Oh, and if you're a bit peckish, they serve El Portena's authentic, locally made, piping hot empanadas, with varieties to appease both meats and veggie lovers. They also partner on special events like ...

I've been a long time Woods fan, coming every week or so after a Dolores visit. Solid beer, great empanadas. Often get some to go for home.

But the last couple times was a real disappointment. Today I get there, order a 4-pack to go (for home) and empanadas (for there). Walk around the corner to their parkettes, where 5 of 6 were open. Sit down and eat empanadas. Server buddy comes around the corner and says we can't sit there because we ordered beers to go. Dude, really? We ordered food from you AND it was almost completely empty. Pretty disappointing service for a place that used to be great.

I really hope they get their old staff back, because whoever was working on 8/14 is really letting down what was previously a great establishment. Still 3 stars for the quality of...

Wonderfully complex flavors. Love the Bret, the natural fermentation, the use of wine barrels, etc. The best part is that they have lighter options (4%) that still deliver on said complexity. You can enjoy a flavorful pint without getting tanked. The second best part is they have small format cans (8oz) for some of their higher ABV products so you can have just the right amount or open two to get one full pint. It's so simple yet so brilliant. I love so many of the breweries around here from Fieldwork to Cellarmaker but, because of their session-ability and format options, Wood's is the best as a go-to...