Food, drink perfectly blended at Maven (3-star restaurant review)
One of the first in the wave of bar/restaurants that has effortlessly blended the two cultures… food has heft and style, and if there’s any criticism, it’s that the dishes are too refined for the boisterous surroundings… it’s a menu that both delights and surprises…”
Maven’s Kate Bolton: San Francisco Chronicle Bar Star (2012)
Whether they want to be called mixologists, bar chefs, or simply outlandishly talented bartenders, our honorees are essential in defining cocktail culture here and across the country.”
This highly elite group covers the entire city, spans myriad cuisines and collectively satisfies all of your restaurant needs “[at Maven] you’ll leave satisfied, and the buzzing energy of the dining room is hard to resist”
Bartender of the Year: Maven’s Kate Bolton
Customers commend the beautiful interior with communal tables at this Lower Haight American that also ‘shines’ with its selection of excellent craft cocktails”
Cocktails, cuisine share equal billing at Maven
“Maven is certainly an of-the-moment San Francisco establishment: There is an element of industrial chic in the décor, an exposed kitchen, long communal tables and three large wall-planters suspended above the bar.”
“…as sophisticated and unexpected as the menu…it’s a stunning space.”
“…as sophisticated and unexpected as the menu…it’s a stunning space.”
“8 Best Cocktail Bars in the San Francisco”
“The Thrillist 47 – Coolest Bars and Restaurants in Town”
“Best Brunch: Maven is a mostly-locals-only hang that quietly has some of the best food and drinks in the city”
…melds fine dining quality with neighborly attitude.”
Fertile, verdant and alive, this cocktail sanctuary in the Lower Haight surprises diners with refined food that picks up on the discerning yet earthy and casual NorCal vibe”
Have dinner and drinks at the trendy Maven – its innovative menu lays out a cocktail that pairs well with each dish…could-be simple offerings get decadence from clever ingredients and techniques…”
The G50: San Francisco’s Top Bars
Elegant yet unfussy drinks and an equally strong food menu – with helpful, adventurous beer pairings – make it al an winning, all-around stop”
Chef Miller has learned to be creative when serendipitous inspiration strikes.”
Creative, well-trained chefs don’t need to work in white tablecloth establishments to make their mark in the food scene.”