Bix. I used to be the chef there and talking with our liquor rep, we were the number one account in the city for coffee liquor with how much volume we did.
Hats off, sir. Bix is one of the most consistent and high quality restaurants in the entire city. Have never had a meal, drink or appetizer there that wasn't fantastic.
Hey thanks, that really warms my heart to hear. It was definitely some.of the proudest time of my career, and if my mom hadn't gone and got sick with cancer i'd probably still be there.
Fair enough. They’re not known for their subtlety but in my experience, most looking for an espresso martini aren’t necessarily chasing subtle. That said, I still think they taste excellent and rank them among the best.
Quick Martuni’s story time. We’re bar hopping after birthday brunch and by the time we hit Martuni’s we’re pretty shitfaced.
My buddy and I order manhattans that are basically pure solvent. We’re no strangers to stiff drinks but these were undrinkable.
Our gay friend sees us struggling and goes “that’s a drink only a gay can handle! Watch how it’s done!” Takes a big sip, eyes water up, almost spits it out gagging. “This is awful!!”
I absolutely lost it. Never seen someone eat their words so fast after such a confident declaration.
Balboa is definitely the answer you are gonna get the most. They sell so many that they pre make it and have it on a tap. It's pretty good.
Bix. I used to be the chef there and talking with our liquor rep, we were the number one account in the city for coffee liquor with how much volume we did.
Hats off, sir. Bix is one of the most consistent and high quality restaurants in the entire city. Have never had a meal, drink or appetizer there that wasn't fantastic.
Hey thanks, that really warms my heart to hear. It was definitely some.of the proudest time of my career, and if my mom hadn't gone and got sick with cancer i'd probably still be there.
Dude… my wife and I love Bix. Had our first date there. Had our wedding reception there! I have never order that drink there… next time!
Martuni’s wont let you down.
Martuni's wont let you down in an almost all the ways, but I wouldn't call their jet fuel the best espresso martini.
Fair enough. They’re not known for their subtlety but in my experience, most looking for an espresso martini aren’t necessarily chasing subtle. That said, I still think they taste excellent and rank them among the best.
Depends on your definition of best I guess.
I miss when they had clear espresso martinis! The only place in the city (and beyond) that had them.
Quick Martuni’s story time. We’re bar hopping after birthday brunch and by the time we hit Martuni’s we’re pretty shitfaced.
My buddy and I order manhattans that are basically pure solvent. We’re no strangers to stiff drinks but these were undrinkable.
Our gay friend sees us struggling and goes “that’s a drink only a gay can handle! Watch how it’s done!” Takes a big sip, eyes water up, almost spits it out gagging. “This is awful!!”
I absolutely lost it. Never seen someone eat their words so fast after such a confident declaration.
I agree!
I haven’t tried them all, but I’d order it again at these places
Restaurant: “Velvet ash” at Pearl 6101
Bar: The Sherwood in West Portal
Balboa Cafe, although they apparently just use 1/2 shot of espresso and 1/2 shot of Kahlua.
Second this. They make one of the best espresso martinis!
Hands down.
Lillie Coit's has a whole espresso martini menu. They’re all great!
Top of the mark
I love Beehive’s espresso martini!
St. Regis is pretty solid
Try the Anejo tequila one
The bee hive
I’m not a connoisseur but Mary’s on Haight Street has a blended frozen espresso martini that is incredible.
Tony Nik's in North Beach
Following!!
Honestly, the bartender in the lobby bar at Stanford Court hotel makes a killer one!
Grecco
Gary Danko is the best i've had. not sure if it's on the menu but the bar tender insisted on making us one
Blondies
True Laurel had a pretty good one the last time I went, although it seems like it rotated off the menu. They might still have it
The Balbs is famous for it… but try the one at Bar Sprezzatur. It’s pretty good.
Surprised to not see Horsefeather on this list! Soooo good. They grate nutmeg on the top
I don't know if it's the best, but I love Owl Tree. Great martinis and a cute ambience.
House of Prime Rib
When you look inside yourself and realize that you don't want to be that person is the best espresso martini
Jaxson’s in the marina