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San Francisco's #1 Hotel Bar with legendary views - Top of the Mark, San Francisco, CA

Top of the Mark

4.2
4.2
840 Reviews
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people
20:00
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Top of the Mark will not be open for cocktails on Dec. 24, 25, 31, and Jan. 1, 2025 due to our Holidays at the Mark events taking place on those days. Thank you for your understanding.

Number 1 in California and San Francisco, and 2nd in the nation on USAToday's 10 Best Hotel Bars.

Nestled on the 19th floor of the historic InterContinental Mark Hopkins, Top of the Mark's breathtaking panoramic views of San Francisco's skyline and iconic landmarks, including the majestic Golden Gate Bridge, the enigmatic Alcatraz, Union Square, and more, will leave you spellbound. Sip on our signature cocktails as you soak in the atmosphere of timeless sophistication. Our appetizer and dessert selection will tantalize your taste buds, with options that complement our cocktails perfectly. What's more, we offer live entertainment each Saturday evening, where you can let the music move you on the dance floor.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Contemporary American, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–12:30 am
  • Phone number
    (415) 392-3434
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Jose Tibbits
  • Private party facilities
    For parties of 25 or more, including full buyouts, please contact Nicole Schafer, Director of Catering & Conference Services at nicole.schafer@ihg.com.
  • Area
    Nob Hill
  • Cross Street
    California & Mason Streets
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available for Sunday Brunch. Hotel garage entrance is on California Street just east of Mason Street. Extremely limited street parking available.
  • Public transit
    Powell Street Cable Car; California Street Cable Car
  • Entertainment
    Live entertainment every Saturday evening from 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm (cover fee of $15 applies; $10 for in-house guests). Visit topofthemark.com for full entertainment lineup. PLEASE NOTE: Guests under the age of 21 are not permitted after 9:30 pm.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Farm to Table, Gluten-free Options

Experiences

  • Magical Tea - $115++/pp

    US$115.00 per person

    1 Dec 2024 - 28 Dec 2024
    Experience the enchantment of our Magical Tea at Top of the Mark, featuring delicious treats, delightful activities, and breathtaking views—perfect for a special afternoon indulgence for the whole family! Featuring activities like cookie decorating with the pastry chef, fantastic balloon art, face painting, a special appearance by The Grinch, a buffet of tea sandwiches, scones, treats, and more. Book early for this sell-out magical event! There is a $5 discount with a donation of a new, unwrapped toy. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Cancellations made more than one week prior to the reservation date are free of charge. Cancellations within a week will incur a $29 per person fee. Prices quoted are subject to tax & gratuity.
    Magical Tea - $115++/pp photo
  • Christmas Eve - $200++ pp | $85++ (children 4-12)

    US$0.00 - US$200.00 per person

    24 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate Christmas Eve at Top of the Mark with a lavish dinner, festive ambiance, and stunning city views for a truly memorable holiday night. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Cancellations made more than one week prior to the reservation date are free of charge. Cancellations within a week will incur a $29 per person fee. Prices quoted are subject to tax & gratuity.
    Christmas Eve - $200++ pp |  $85++ (children 4-12) photo
  • Christmas Day - $200++ pp | $85++ (children 4-12)

    US$0.00 - US$200.00 per person

    25 Dec 2024 only
    Enjoy a festive Christmas Day buffet at Top of the Mark, featuring traditional favorites and seasonal delights, paired with unbeatable views. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Cancellations made more than one week prior to the reservation date are free of charge. Cancellations within a week will incur a $29 per person fee. Prices quoted are subject to tax & gratuity.
    Christmas Day - $200++ pp | $85++ (children 4-12) photo

What 840 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Tapas / Small Plates

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Top of the Mark offers "spectacular views" of San Francisco, making it a prime spot for sunsets. Guests rave about the "amazing ambience" and "delicious cocktails." While some reviews mention service inconsistencies, the live music and historic charm create a "special night out." Ideal for memorable occasions.

840 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    Denver

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Outdated. Needs a refresh. Service was good and drinks were good, but vibe wasn’t as great as I remembered in the past. Wouldn’t go back as is.

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  2. Jeffry

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Visit here every year at Christmas for at least the past 20 years. Great Christmas ambiance. Good service and friendly staff. Great views as well!

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  3. Frances

    VIP

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Wonderful history & setting - would benefit from a refresh to bring back its early charm & sophistication.

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  4. Patrick

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome Mario our waiter was great Food excellent

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  5. Tom

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    2.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    So very outdated. Normally the views are wonderful but with the all the humidity in the room, all of the windows were fogged up and nothing was visible outside. Negatives: > The decor is outdated > Food offerings and presentation need improvement. > Wine/sparkling offerings: Lackluster and no imagination - Core basics with not much to them.

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  6. Maryann

    VIP

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Unexpected cover charge. Food and cocktails mediocre and overpriced. Service average.

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  7. Thomas

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Not as I remember it from years past. The maître d’ was abrupt and unwelcoming. Perhaps he was having a bad day. The wait staff was scarce and appeared unhappy. I’m unlikely to return.

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  8. David

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The view is fantastic. The space was cold, would have been better if it was slightly warmer. Server was good, but service was slow due to a poor ratio of service staff to customers. The snacks were great and the host was very kind and thoughtful. It definitely falls into 3 to 4 stars for cost. All in all it’s a rare but fun treat.

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  9. Ginger

    VIP

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Our party of 6, with reservations, was seated at two small coffee table cubes placed in front of an old soiled loveseat pushed against the wall in an out-of-the-way spot. Four uncomfortable chairs were added to accommodate our group. To see the lovely view, we needed to get up and walk across the floor to the windows and hover near other diners' tables. We were in the city for a holiday concert and we had looked forward to a festive pre-show cocktail hour at the Top of the Mark, happy to pay inflated prices in exchange for a special treat. Instead, we ended up feeling like we were being punished, isolated from the other diners, denied a view, sipping our expensive drinks as we hunched over our low table and sampled the appetizers. Even a visit to the ladies' restroom was depressing, with discarded tissue on the floor and a broken trash receptacle that had fallen off the wall. This was a very disappointing experience.

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  10. Lauren

    VIP

    Orange County

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Magical landmark in San Francisco perfect at Christmas

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FAQs

Top of the Mark is rated 4.2 stars by 840 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
20:00
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Top of the Mark

Number One Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA 94108

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    California & Mason Streets
  • Area
    Nob Hill
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–12:30 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Contemporary American, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available for Sunday Brunch. Hotel garage entrance is on California Street just east of Mason Street. Extremely limited street parking available.
  • Public transit
    Powell Street Cable Car; California Street Cable Car
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Jose Tibbits
  • Entertainment
    Live entertainment every Saturday evening from 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm (cover fee of $15 applies; $10 for in-house guests). Visit topofthemark.com for full entertainment lineup. PLEASE NOTE: Guests under the age of 21 are not permitted after 9:30 pm.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Farm to Table, Gluten-free Options
  • Phone number
    (415) 392-3434
  • Private party facilities
    For parties of 25 or more, including full buyouts, please contact Nicole Schafer, Director of Catering & Conference Services at nicole.schafer@ihg.com.
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