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Rio (El)
3158 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110
+1 415 282 3325
site: Rio (El)
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Tucked into the heart of the outer Mission District, El Rio is a beloved neighborhood institution. Locals enjoy a margarita or a pint at the bar or on the spacious patio out back. El Rio features entertainment every night of the week, from DJs and live bands to salsa dancing and movie nights. See website for detailed calendar. Adding to the bar's allure are "Dollar Day" Mondays, a lengthy happy hour, and free oysters on Fridays. The hours of operation vary from season to season.

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MUNI BUS: 12, 14, 26, 49, 67

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