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Howells

Marina · Wine Bar

2373 Chestnut Street, San Francisco, CA, 94123Directions
4.6★★★★★★★★★★103 reviews

A budget-friendly wine bar with brunch-cafe comfort and notable check-in activity.

Howells is a $$ Wine Bar restaurant in Marina, San Francisco. It has logged 1,668 check ins on Blackbird, and is busiest Tuesday evenings. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

Monday4:00 – 10:00 PM
Tuesday4:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday4:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Friday3:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Saturday3:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Sunday3:00 – 11:00 PM
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The experience

New American plates & an ambitious wine list served in homey, bi-level quarters with a handmade bar.

Google Places/ updated 10d ago

Why go

Howells is listed as a $ wine bar, but its review trail includes breakfast, cappuccino, fresh juices, group meals, and repeat-visit intent. The Google score sits at 4.2 across 293 reviews, with diners calling out generous portions, reasonable prices, and a charming seating area that can get packed.

Blackbird data shows 1,668 all-time on-chain check-ins, with Wednesday and Saturday as the busiest days.

The menu praise is notably broad: oatmeal, omelettes, cappuccino, hashbrowns, fresh-made juices, and smoothies all get singled out in reviews. The through-line is value and comfort, backed by documented review praise and check-in activity.

editorial/ updated 10d ago

Fast facts

  • Howells has 1,668 all-time Blackbird on-chain check-ins.
  • Wednesday and Saturday are its busiest Blackbird check-in days.
  • Google users rate it 4.2 from 293 reviews.
  • Reviewers praise reasonable prices and generous portions.
  • Hashbrowns, oatmeal, omelettes, cappuccino, juices, and smoothies all appear in highlighted reviews.
editorial/ updated 10d ago

Did you know

Howells has logged 1,668 Blackbird check-ins, with activity highest on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

editorial/ updated 10d ago

Amenities

Meals

Dessert

Drinks

BeerWine

Features

Dine-inTakeoutOutdoor seatingRestroomGood for groups
Google Places/ updated 10d ago

Full menu

wine

  • 2022 Villa Sandi, Pinot Grigio, Italy

    Floral and fruity notes with a dry, round, and mineral driven palate.

  • 2021 Arca Nova Vino Verde, Portugal

    Crispy, dry, slightly effervescent with floral and citrus aromas.

  • 2022 La Villaudiere, Sancerre, France

    Expressive nose with floral notes and aromas of white peach, well balanced, with a lovely refreshing minerality.

  • 2023 Crowded House, Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand

    Zesty lime, fresh passionfruit, balanced with apple, nectarine and a dash of sweet herb on the palate.

  • 2021 Grounded by Josh Phelps, Cabernet Sauvignon, California

    Heady aromas of black cherry, cassis, and licorice. On the palate ripe blackberry and dusty cocoa with a silky finish.

  • 2020 Chateau David Beaulieu, Bordeaux Blend, France

    Merlot based blend with bold fruit and a nice balance of oak and acidity with a smooth velvety finish.

  • 2021 Ridge Three Valleys Zinfandel Blend, Sonoma

    Nose of toasty oak, strawberry jam, black tea and baking spices. Layered fruit on the palate with textured tannin.

  • 2019 Troxel Family Pinot Noir, Anderson Valley

    Classy, elegant with silky layers of complexity. Bright acidity, long finish.

seed menu intel/ updated 10d ago

No check in signal yet — activity shows up here once people start checking in on Blackbird.

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Check in momentum

The room in motion

Activity53
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Flynet check ins

1,668

Neighborhood

Marina

Last 30 days

53 check ins

−65% vs prior month

Daily check ins over the last 30 days
Sep 27Oct 26

When it's busy

Usually dead right now

Mondaytoday
12a12p11p
Monday4:00 – 10:00 PM
Tuesday4:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday4:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Friday3:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Saturday3:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Sunday3:00 – 11:00 PM

Inside Howells

The experience

New American plates & an ambitious wine list served in homey, bi-level quarters with a handmade bar.

Google Places/ updated 10d ago

Review signal

4.6

103 Google reviews

$$

Google Places/ updated 10d ago

Guide

Inside Howells

The experience

New American plates & an ambitious wine list served in homey, bi-level quarters with a handmade bar.

Google Places/ updated 10d ago

Why go

Howells is listed as a $ wine bar, but its review trail includes breakfast, cappuccino, fresh juices, group meals, and repeat-visit intent. The Google score sits at 4.2 across 293 reviews, with diners calling out generous portions, reasonable prices, and a charming seating area that can get packed.

Blackbird data shows 1,668 all-time on-chain check-ins, with Wednesday and Saturday as the busiest days.

The menu praise is notably broad: oatmeal, omelettes, cappuccino, hashbrowns, fresh-made juices, and smoothies all get singled out in reviews. The through-line is value and comfort, backed by documented review praise and check-in activity.

editorial/ updated 10d ago

Review signal

4.6

103 Google reviews

$$

Google Places/ updated 10d ago

Full menu

wine

  • 2022 Villa Sandi, Pinot Grigio, Italy

    Floral and fruity notes with a dry, round, and mineral driven palate.

  • 2021 Arca Nova Vino Verde, Portugal

    Crispy, dry, slightly effervescent with floral and citrus aromas.

  • 2022 La Villaudiere, Sancerre, France

    Expressive nose with floral notes and aromas of white peach, well balanced, with a lovely refreshing minerality.

  • 2023 Crowded House, Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand

    Zesty lime, fresh passionfruit, balanced with apple, nectarine and a dash of sweet herb on the palate.

  • 2021 Grounded by Josh Phelps, Cabernet Sauvignon, California

    Heady aromas of black cherry, cassis, and licorice. On the palate ripe blackberry and dusty cocoa with a silky finish.

  • 2020 Chateau David Beaulieu, Bordeaux Blend, France

    Merlot based blend with bold fruit and a nice balance of oak and acidity with a smooth velvety finish.

  • 2021 Ridge Three Valleys Zinfandel Blend, Sonoma

    Nose of toasty oak, strawberry jam, black tea and baking spices. Layered fruit on the palate with textured tannin.

  • 2019 Troxel Family Pinot Noir, Anderson Valley

    Classy, elegant with silky layers of complexity. Bright acidity, long finish.

seed menu intel/ updated 10d ago

Amenities

Meals

Dessert

Drinks

BeerWine

Features

Dine-inTakeoutOutdoor seatingRestroomGood for groups
Google Places/ updated 10d ago

Fast facts

  • Howells has 1,668 all-time Blackbird on-chain check-ins.
  • Wednesday and Saturday are its busiest Blackbird check-in days.
  • Google users rate it 4.2 from 293 reviews.
  • Reviewers praise reasonable prices and generous portions.
  • Hashbrowns, oatmeal, omelettes, cappuccino, juices, and smoothies all appear in highlighted reviews.
editorial/ updated 10d ago

Did you know

Howells has logged 1,668 Blackbird check-ins, with activity highest on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

editorial/ updated 10d ago
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FAQ

How popular is Howells?

Howells has logged 1,668 check ins on Blackbird.

When is Howells busiest?

Howells is busiest on Tuesday evenings, based on Blackbird check-in activity.

What kind of food does Howells serve?

Howells serves Wine Bar cuisine.

How expensive is Howells?

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

How do I check in at Howells?

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

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