A great South of Market bar and generally a staple gathering spot for the local Leather community. The SF Eagle has been host to a number of up and coming bands, especially for Thursday Night Live.Beer Bust on Sunday is also a treat, as long as you like beer and/or good conversation with people you’ve known for awhile, and sometimes, those you’ve just met.

The SF Eagle doesn’t have a little, it has a LOT of something for EVERYONE! Whether it’s hanging with the leather community, meeting a new pup , dancing to disco on a Sunday after its famous beer bust of course, karaoke Wednesdays, the make out party, so many events happen at the SF eagle that their truly is something for everyone. Everyone is welcome and everyone is respectful. Make sure you are too! Love this place, they treat you like family! Pictures taken by myself.

I went to the jock strap night at the Eagle on a Friday. Which was a bit of a train wreck, stayed for about an hour.I arrived around 11pm, there werent many people inside. The layout is pretty epic, with a big outside area which was more than double the size of the inside.I had worn my jockstrap and showed the door guy to get my discounted $5 entry (instead of $8). Inside very few people were actually wearing jocks, maybe like 3 out of about 30. A curious thing was that a majority of the patrons clustered outside in little groups underneath the outside heaters. So it was hard to find people to talk with.All the staff were quite good, the barman offered to top up my soft drink if I needed it later.So it was just the patrons that I didnt really warm up to. The majority of guys were bears and cubs, some hot cubs. Also there were a few women, which I didnt expect to see. There was a group of 3 early thirties white guys all wearing checked shirts, which I named the lumberjack group, seriously guys try not to be clones of each other. They got to talking to a handsome hot hipster type couple one of which was wearing a jock strap underneath white leggings and had a massive bulge.Because it was cold (late February) I stayed in the bar area and I could notice during the course of drinking my (large size) diet coke several people leaving the Eagle. When the hipster couple left I knew it was time to pack it in too because if they were bailing then it probably meant it was going to be boring. Also there werent many handsome guys there and I wasnt getting any interest from anyone.So SF Eagle, great venue, friendly staff, not enough and not my type of patrons sadly. 6/10.

A event that I have gone to for years in San Francisco moved recently to the SF eagle. If you are there on a good night, the bartenders and the patrons are solid. More than a few times we get a aggressive bar back thats trying to dictate how the bar is operated, which ruins the vibe a little bit. I do not advise parking within the block or two of the eagle, Ive been broken into twice. Its not the best area. The street outside is currently going underneath intense construction, as soon as thats done, Im sure the area will be even better. they do not like doing tabs or taking card during large events, be prepared to have cash on hand. They do have an ATM, but you know they all have horrible fees. If you are there not during a event, they probably will be able to take your card no problem. something I wish they would change, cuz I would buy a lot more drinks if I didnt have to have cash on hand. Enjoy yourself, have fun, be silly.

Great space to meet up with friends. The Eagle has a fantastic outdoor space, pool table, four bars, and lots of elbow room. The outdoor space has an elevated section that overlooks the main area of the outdoor space.

My personal favorite smoking patio. Forget that Z bar. Easy going old school leather/bear/daddy hangout, this iconic bar has featured live music and a mixed crowd for most of its existence. Now refurbished and jazzed up, its a great spot for a quiet drink if you show up early.

This was a really disappointing experience. I had never been to SFO before and had a pretty short layover. I decided seeing this eagle would be a great way to spend it.First off, theres a cover. The only eagle in this world that has a cover. London didnt even have one. I can understand having one if theres entertainment or a show but there wasnt. I arrived just past midnight. I had to hit the ATM for a $20 to pay it.Once I went up to the bar and ordered my drinks, I was informed they were cash only instead of just telling me at the door or even having a notice posted of it. I had to hit the ATM again.I went to the patio, and there were a wide variety of people. It was an interesting crowd but felt too many stares that caught me off guard, I dont think they were admiring. Not much leather being worn that evening.Come 1:25 I went to take a leak, when I tried to go back out to talk to some guys I met I was refused entry back to the patio by security because it was closing. Which was probably the most infuriating thing of the evening. They were kicking everyone inside.Im glad I paid a $10 cover for no show or entertainment, overpriced drinks, Fireball that didnt quite taste like Fireball, and to be kept from enjoying the whole bar.What a bummer.

I’ve been to many eagles and this has been my favorite so far. It was little’s night and I got to meet some of my pup friends too. Friendly, welcoming vibe, great outdoor area. There is a coat check.

One of the best patios in all of SF, enjoy it before it becomes condos. This is a gay leather bar and extremely inclusive for all! You may see light fetish play on any given night. Go for karaoke or punk rock shows for a fantastic time!

I always love this place! The bartenders are great!! The atmosphere is very enjoyable and fun!! There is a dance floor next to the DJ booth and a large outdoor patio. One bar inside, one outside, and another that serves both outside and inside customers. The atm machine is also inside.

The good thing is that despite it is gay themed, it is fine to be at if you know the right dates to attend the events being held there regularly.

Not too bad! Simple atmosphere, chill vibe, great music inside. Outside space was wayyyy to packed, couldnt hear any music. Id go back though! Sufficient amount of hot mens

Definitely not what I expected, but it could’ve been the night. NYC - Eagle is usually popping on a Thursday night and I thought the same would apply. This was nowhere near it [and other Eagles (nationwide) I’ve had the pleasure of visiting]. Hopefully, I’ll be able to return and experience its true potential. I know you could do better.

Great outdoor space, fun staff, lots of good events.

Its a gay dive bar, so keep your expectations low and be pleasantly surprised when you come. Other patrons can be a bit uncontrolled, but the venue itself is quite nice, love the courtyard

This bar is a bit of a throwback to earlier times in SF, but with a few updates and a decent beer selection, all of which help make it a real gem. They always seem to play great rock or indie music, always at the right volume for me, and the outside patio has to be the best in the city (note: outside on the patio smoking is allowed, including cigars, but theres plenty of space that its unlikely to bother you as it might at some smaller Castro area bar patios). The bartenders have always been really friendly and happy to talk which makes me even happier to support this place.(It is a little bit leathery, with some Tom of Finland art around the place, so be forewarned, but its a very welcoming space.)

Great bar and atmosphere. The back porch is awesome. The drinks are good and the music fantastic. Cash only bar so make sure you have money.

Thursday nights are the best. If you recognize any of the bands playing you should definitely go.

The Eagle is one of the highlight Gay bars/clubs in San Francisco. The staff are great and the drinks are poured nice and heavy. They have a variety of parties every weekend to meet the needs of most any crowd. The outdoor patio is really awesome on a warm moonlit night. This is the one bar everyone must visit in San Francisco.

WOOF all around to the staff, social clientele and sexy atmosphere

The heart of Soma and the leather community

YEs you better work!

Great bar, excellent back porch. Prices for drinks were reasonable would like to have seen larger cups for liquor instead of the smaller glasses. At least larger for doubles.

You cant help but love one of the iconic SF bars!!

Very savory. Had a friend come into town and she asked me to take her here again.

Always a fun atmosphere for exactly what the community needs!

The Sunday beer bust is always good fun!

A great time with friends. 10/10 would definitely go again.

This place is chill as hell, the happy hour is AMAZING as in lots and lots of options, and they have TouchTunes juxebox so yeah SOLD, take my money!!!! Also, the bartender with dyed hair and alternative style was nice and on it, despite him probably hating our music choices haha! There are no windows so its dark as hell but I mean...kinda like it! They have loads of seating and spots for your drinks on pillars even when standing. Good spot, in fact dont come here I wanna keep it for myself! Hollywood gem!

I love attending events here! The staff are all really cordial, the courtyard is HUGE and well-decorated, the drinks are strong, and they always have something fun going on.I only knocked off a star because they have ONE bathroom with ONE toilet, which becomes problematic during a show or on a crowded night. I have had to go take care of business al fresco because the line to he commode was insanely long. Not cute.

I like going to this place because everyone is welcomed. However Im still getting used to the presence of security... this is literally the first Eagle Ive been too which had outside security. It weirds me out sometimes, which is kinda an oxymoron the more I think about

Drink specials were good

Easy going, no attitude or frills. If youre musically inclined (and dont want to listen to bad top 40/hiphop), this Eagle has a really great selection of DJs playing!Loved the inside area, the outside covered dance patio, and the open outdoor space.Also loved the number of men that come in full gear! Im from NYC and I think my experience here won out! Great job!

Go here for frolic. Amazing bar and great atmosphere.

Looking forward to coming back with my relatives. bring your appetite because portions are filling. not close to my job, i wish it was.

To begin this place says they open at 12 but I went once and they dont...it was closed and a person that was standing outside that frequented the place said they actually open at 6 idk if that has changed...If so, this yelp time is wrong. Second, prepare to be standing the entire time. This place is super tiny and super crowded its hard to even move in there. The food is pretty amazing and there is no cover charge to go in. The micheladas are bomb. They seem pricey at $12 but theyre huge and come with a couple pieces of shrimp, cucumber, celery and a tamarindo stick which you can use as your straw. Delicious. They only have valet parking, which is complimentary but still tip the poor guys...theyre running around like crazy! I gave it three stars because they dont have enough sitting room and their parking sucks if you dont valet...they do have awesome food and drinks though.

Love this bar. The staff is awesome and the patio is my home away from home

Love this bar. Its a gay staple

Some of the best bartenders in Bay Area! Kick ass one of a kind events and it is the number place to be on Sundays for beer bust. SF Eagle generously gives local non-profits the opportunity to raise much needed funds through a beer bust every weekend.

My friends and I like this place. Its get packed weekend nights, fri sat sun but is fun. Great priced, beers cold. Bartenders are nice. Sunday afternoons and evenings are the best. They have themed nights. Great patio area. They have a big bbq pit.

If what you want is to be in a great outdoor patio look into super hot guys having fun people watching then this is a place you must go at least once before you leave San Francisco.

Atmosphere is like a restaurant in Fort Worth I loved.

A Welcoming Piece of Leather Heaven! The Beer Bust(s) on Sundays Are A Real Party! The Patio Can Often Be A Lot of Fun!Great Bartenders, Great Drinks, Great Clientele!!

The Eagle is one of the oldest leather bars in SF! The Sunday beerbust is fabulous especially on sunny days when you can be on the patio but theres plenty of space inside, its dog friendly afternoons but also has a really good mixed program at night

It was gay as ever but lots of fun!

Like it’s very busy here Really fun if you like standing around in a crowd of gay men drinking beer

Awesome bar. Great atmosphere. Definitely recommend and lovely ppl.

Had a great time there last June when we did ALC and stayed in a hotel not far from there. Plan to go there again in June.

Big spacious bar with a even bigger outdoor space filled with hot guys especially on a Sunday afternoon!

Great people and great drinks.

Great place to go for drinks.

Very first time I walked in I was greeted with warm inclusion from the staff.

Fun place , prices on drinks, not bad handsome guys

This place is like my church. I come here almost every Sunday. They have become family,and the drinks are at a good price. Love you,SF Eagle staff!

I was here for a party. A lot of great energy, but the line at the bar was insane. Great music, though. Nice people.

Cheap beer. Hot men. Sassy queens.

Wonderful little gathering spot, with friendly locals

My first time in SF and my Birthday, Steve ( the bartender ) made me feel so welcome. love the bar. When i come back to SF this is the first bar Im coming to!!

Always fun n trashy. Great MENS bar. Bears, leather n kinky guys. Never a dull time

I can wait to come back!!!!!

I had a great time. Xoxox Queen XV Miss Chief of Krewe De Kinque

This bar is located in the Folsom District kind of raunchy nice bartenders very strong cocktails.

Great place to meet friends and enjoy the beautiful weather in SF. Its the place where The Boys meet.

Just as a person who is under 30, this place is not very friendly. The place is more suited for older people, so is youre young, youre better off going to other bars. Drinks were alright, place was ok. Nothing special except all the old men there.

Great music, good friends and a all-walks-of-life type of male crowd. Make friends and reinvent yourself! The only place to see and be seen........usually like what I see.If you dont look good, we dont look good.

Probably the best gay club in San Francisco. Most clubs are bad at making drinks and are overran with drag queen nights. As long as they dont follow the trend of drag queen night every week then it will still be my club when I am in town.

Aint what it was, but nuthin ever is.... Hot guys though!

No credit card facilities, understandable on busy nights but not every night is busy.. ATM charges 3bucks to give you cash, so about average, but then your own bank may charge too of course.

An ideal cultural/leather mtg & drinks hangout not only for the US, but globally as well.

Great place to go on a Sunday! Very fun crowd!

Great staff, great crowd, I’ve had some excellent days and nights here.

Fun place, further ways from other LGBT bars

Long running community events every Sunday. Meet several generations of loyal patrons.

I am so sorry I gave this poorly managed bar a good rating. Apparently there is a horrible woman that is somehow a manager. The only way such a woman can be in such a position is to be related to in some way. Nepotism truly sucks.

Nice atmosphere with outdoor patio, friendly staff, reasonable prices.

Always a damn good time. There is always a good mixed crowd and great times to be shared with plenty.

I love this bar, always a great time and lots of eye candy!!

One of citys best long-running gay bars with festive patio, good music and lively crowd.

Gorgeous huge patio that soaks up the sunlight during summer months, but even in January, the heat lamps and the giant barbecue beneath the stage keeps things toasty.Three different bars keep everyone well-lubricated and the crowd is a mix of daddies, leather folks, and assorted neighborinos, with everyone tending towards older and whiter.Limited beer selection.

Great bar nice people

This place is a perfect venue. It has an indoor / outdoor patio, pool table, 3 bars, theme nights, ect!

Sunday beer bash is fun ending with disco from Bus Station John....

Always great Sunday afternoon, I look forward all week

Great place any time! Casual, local and historic.

Sunday beer bust is about all its worth bothering with. Thats still a nice time on the patio.

Gr8 place!

Depends on the day or night but always a fun, sexy (and sometimes a little messy) crowd.

Wonderfull place, always fun with a warm welcoming vibe. My favorite leather bar

Good place right here yo

It was a cool place , I was expecting to be like the one in New York City

Loves it!

Great mens bar. Lots of woofy men..

Live bands every Thursday. Im your sound guy. Come check it out, have a drink, get Krazy!

Anything you think its true the only thing that this place is missing go go dancers

Awesome vintage Gay bar.

Great place with a friendly staff

Great place for beerbust on Sunday

Fun great Halloween decorations

Get as drunk as you want and they wont shut you off or kick you out.

Not a great beer selectionAbout 12 on tap and several bottles but mostly IPANeeds to be updated, but I guess most of their crowd just drinks Bud Light anyways