Noe Valley is roughly bordered to the north by 22nd street, to the east by Dolores Park, Glen Park on the south, and Market on the west. It’s a true community, and a smart one too, realizing that gentrification is something to keep at bay. Residents and merchants have bonded here in a singular effort to keep life reasonable and quiet. On 24th street there is a mix of whole-food stores, clothing and craft shops, new age emporiums, all complimented by eating establishments and a couple of Irish pubs. The success of 24th streets shops spills south down Church Street where café’s and specialty stores now flourish.
Noe Valley wasn't known for its nightlife, but that may change as locals start swarming to hip neighborhood bars, and discover that parking is easy as pie on 24th Street -- after 8 PM, that is. The following spots buzz 'til closing on Friday and Saturday nights.
Photo courtesy of K Ripp from Chicago, United States.
Bliss Bar: Bliss is hip and attractive enough to have been featured in “In Style” magazine. Enjoy the maroon leather booths or the sexy lighting in the back lounge behind the chain-link fence. Happy hour is 5-9 pm weeknights. 4026 24th St. (at Noe Street), (415) 826-6200.
Coyote Club: The Coyote Club has undergone some chic-ing up since its days as the Rat & Raven. Gone are the dingy decor and the oddball art for sale adorning the walls. Now you'll find pretty green paint, pristine antique-y beer trays and a score of high tables and very classy bar stools. But the Rat & Raven clientele mostly remains (save for a bitter few), and basically what you've got is a comfy neighborhood bar. The barkeeps are friendly and the Bloody Marys are tasty, and there's a decent selection of on-tap brews. (Karen Reardanz) 4054 24th St. (at Castro Street), (415) 292-2450.
The Dubliner: Classic Irish pub with nice-but-not-pretentious polished-wood decor, relaxed sports-bar atmosphere, well-ventilated front smoking porch, and lively clientele. Naturally, the Dubliner also has a great selection of imported beers. It's common to meet a small horde of Irish expats here, so you know the craic is real. 3838 24th St. (at Church Street), (415) 826-2279.
Photo courtesy of Allan Ferguson.
Noe Valley Ministry: This community landmark hosts a Presbyterian church, Irish dancing classes, martial arts and Feldenkrais, AA meetings and, best of all, top-notch comedy, jazz, folk, world music and alt-rock artists. Omar Sosa, Joan Baez, Vic Chestnutt, Utah Phillips and Marga Gomez have all graced the stage in past years. 1021 Sanchez Street, (415) 454-5238
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