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Elixir

Mission · Bar

3200 16th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103Directions
4.5★★★★★★★★★★573 reviews

People say this bar offers a great selection of spirits, beers, and unique Scotch bottlings, and highlight their engaging cocktail classes. They also mention the cozy atmosphere, good music, and reasonable prices. Guests appreciate the friendly and knowledgeable staff, who provide excellent service.

A calm, herbal-leaning bar with weekend Blackbird activity.

Elixir is a $ Bar restaurant in Mission, San Francisco. It has logged 2,147 check ins on Blackbird, and is busiest Thursday late nights. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

Monday4:00 – 10:00 PM
Tuesday4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Thursday4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Friday4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Saturday12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Sunday2:00 – 10:00 PM
elixirsf.com

The experience

On a saloon site said to date back to 1858, this bar stays current with the likes of organic drinks.

Google Places/ updated 12d ago

Why go

Elixir is listed as a $ bar, but the reviews sketch something more atmospheric: a calm city oasis with quiet music, tables for conversation, and a room that one guest described as part cafe, part bookstore, part curios shop. The drinks, based on guest comments, are described as flavorful and customizable, with reviews also mentioning herbs, coffee, and tea.

The data backs up the draw. Elixir has logged 2,147 all-time Blackbird check-ins, with activity tracked from February 12, 2025 through August 5, 2026. Its busiest Blackbird days are Sunday and Saturday.

Google reviewers give it a 4.8 rating from 16 reviews, calling out the staff as kind, approachable, and willing to discuss or customize drinks. The through-line is clear: calm atmosphere, thoughtful beverages, and a bar that feels suited to sitting and talking.

editorial/ updated 12d ago

Fast facts

  • Elixir has 2,147 all-time Blackbird check-ins.
  • Its busiest Blackbird check-in days are Sunday and Saturday.
  • Google rating: 4.8 from 16 reviews.
  • Reviewers describe the atmosphere as calm, quiet, and oasis-like.
  • One review calls it a mix of cafe, bookstore, and curios shop.
  • One guest specifically praised a flavorful, not-sweet, customizable drink.
editorial/ updated 12d ago

Did you know

Elixir’s Blackbird check-ins peak on Sunday and Saturday.

editorial/ updated 12d ago

Amenities

Drinks

BeerWineCocktails

Features

Dine-inRestroomGood for groups
Google Places/ updated 12d ago

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Flynet check ins

2,147

Neighborhood

Mission

Neighborhood standing

How it ranks nearby

Most visited

№8

of 10 Mission spots this month

vs neighborhood median

0.6× the Mission median

Mission percentile

Top 80% in Mission

Based on this month's Blackbird check ins across 10 Mission spots.

Last 30 days

40 check ins

−77% vs prior month

Daily check ins over the last 30 days
Sep 30Oct 29

When it's busy

Usually dead right now

Thursdaytoday
12a12p11p
Monday4:00 – 10:00 PM
Tuesday4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Thursday4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Friday4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Saturday12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Sunday2:00 – 10:00 PM

Inside Elixir

The experience

On a saloon site said to date back to 1858, this bar stays current with the likes of organic drinks.

Google Places/ updated 12d ago

Review signal

4.5

573 Google reviews

$$

Google Places/ updated 12d ago

Guide

Inside Elixir

The experience

On a saloon site said to date back to 1858, this bar stays current with the likes of organic drinks.

Google Places/ updated 12d ago

Why go

Elixir is listed as a $ bar, but the reviews sketch something more atmospheric: a calm city oasis with quiet music, tables for conversation, and a room that one guest described as part cafe, part bookstore, part curios shop. The drinks, based on guest comments, are described as flavorful and customizable, with reviews also mentioning herbs, coffee, and tea.

The data backs up the draw. Elixir has logged 2,147 all-time Blackbird check-ins, with activity tracked from February 12, 2025 through August 5, 2026. Its busiest Blackbird days are Sunday and Saturday.

Google reviewers give it a 4.8 rating from 16 reviews, calling out the staff as kind, approachable, and willing to discuss or customize drinks. The through-line is clear: calm atmosphere, thoughtful beverages, and a bar that feels suited to sitting and talking.

editorial/ updated 12d ago

Review signal

4.5

573 Google reviews

$$

Google Places/ updated 12d ago

Amenities

Drinks

BeerWineCocktails

Features

Dine-inRestroomGood for groups
Google Places/ updated 12d ago

Fast facts

  • Elixir has 2,147 all-time Blackbird check-ins.
  • Its busiest Blackbird check-in days are Sunday and Saturday.
  • Google rating: 4.8 from 16 reviews.
  • Reviewers describe the atmosphere as calm, quiet, and oasis-like.
  • One review calls it a mix of cafe, bookstore, and curios shop.
  • One guest specifically praised a flavorful, not-sweet, customizable drink.
editorial/ updated 12d ago

Did you know

Elixir’s Blackbird check-ins peak on Sunday and Saturday.

editorial/ updated 12d ago
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FAQ

How popular is Elixir?

Elixir has logged 2,147 check ins on Blackbird.

When is Elixir busiest?

Elixir is busiest on Thursday late nights, based on Blackbird check-in activity.

What kind of food does Elixir serve?

Elixir serves Bar cuisine.

How expensive is Elixir?

Elixir is in the $ price range on a $ to $$$$ scale.

How do I check in at Elixir?

Download the Blackbird app, visit Elixir in person, and check in from the app. Check-ins earn FLY and count toward Flytown's daily Hotspots ranking.

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