Zam Zam

Beautiful Persian mural on the wall, a cool wooden round bar , and one of the few places that would make a proper Hendricks Martini before all the fancy cocktail places showed up. Old school SF!

With three ounces of gin mixed in a "1000 to 1" ratio with vermouth , this famous martini get you lit in no time flat, the better to enjoy the Middle Eastern vibe. Read more

Cozy . Always dark, always lovely, the worn-velvet-and-brass vibe is the perfect invitation for a glass of Scotch or a hot toddy .

Much of the interior of Aub Zam Zam is the same as it was in 1948. Don't believe me? Check out the New Year's Eve photo outside of the men's room.

The martini is one of my favorites here. Great bartenders and good ambiance. Cash only .

Honestly such a throwback to classic cocktail bars in SF. There's no menu. Bring cash and order a martini .

Solid cocktails , nice atmosphere, friendly people. Love not having tvs glaring from all directions.

the bar has retained the Middle Eastern aesthetic that it had back when legendary Chronicle columnist Herb Caen frequented the joint, dubbing it the "the Holy Shrine of the Dry Martini " Read more

The Gin-Martini is great as well as Andrea - the bartender . A great spot with style!

Politely sidle into any of the 16 seats and be reminded of the simplicity of a great drink.

The original owner Bruno would like for you to order a gin martini . Nothing else.

The bartenders are the friendliest. A bar with no tv 's is refreshing, just jazz and good conversations.

Its a lovely venue to just kick back an relax, wait same thing no? But youknowwhatimean right?

Martinis and great drinks and decor.

Gin and tonic

Take a good friend, order a Hendricks martini and close out the bar in this chill , quiet bar . Great for weekdays.

Feels like a Tarantino set

As recommended by Travel Channel host, Anthony Bourdain .

Order a martini and sit at the bar . Talk, listen and learn from some pretty interesting characters.

Seems like the bartender wasn't happy when I ordered daiquiri . Last time I check it's not a fancy or special drink.

Try the Cocktail

sure miss Bruno !