Rickhouse
San Francisco, California
There are plenty of bars in the Financial District — the afterwork crowds alone are enough to sustain many a spot — but few offer cocktails on the order of Rickhouse. This well-appointed bar features an enormous selection of liquor, which it leans on to create its artisanal cocktails, with the help of fresh fruit juices, natural sugars, and local produce. There's also a decent selection of local beers and wines on offer, and if you happen to arrive with a group, it's recommended that you go ahead and order up one of the punch bowls, which are amongst the best in the city. There's also live music every Saturday and Monday, letting you decide whether you want the extra ambiance or simply want to imbibe in tranquility.
Photos: Ben De Jesus, David Lytle
