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Bear Vs. Bull

Bear Vs. Bull

Bars & Breweries in San Francisco

4.5 168 Google reviews

+1 415 549 59 592550 Mission St, San Francisco, California 94110 · Mission District

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2550 Mission St, San Francisco, California 94110

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About

Lying in the heart of the New Mission Theater, Bear vs. Bull is an intimate, neighborhood watering hole named in honor of one of the Mission District's most colorful Gold Rush legends. After a brief lapse as a futon shop and un-authorized rave venue, the New Mission Theater once again re-opened its doors as the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema to offer the best in film, food and drink all in one space. Today, Bear Vs. Bull can be found tucked within the theater's historically restored interior, a destination serving the local community of movie lovers, pouring California brewed beer and hand crafted cocktails.

Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Hours

Monday
5 PM to 12 AM
Tuesday
5 PM to 12 AM
Wednesday
5 PM to 12 AM
Thursday
5 PM to 12 AM
Friday
5 PM to 12 AM
Saturday
5 PM to 12 AM
Sunday
1 to 8 PM

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