El Rio

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3158 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94110

El Rio is a welcoming community space located in San Francisco, CA, offering a diverse range of events and experiences for guests to enjoy. The venue prioritizes creating a safe and inclusive environment for all visitors, with a particular focus on supporting BIPOC and Latine communities.

As a queer space, El Rio promotes mutual respect and freedom of expression while denouncing all forms of violence. Guests are encouraged to alert staff members if they encounter any behavior that goes against the values of respect and inclusivity upheld by the establishment.

Through their commitment to fostering a sense of community and support for marginalized groups, El Rio continues to be a proud member of the Independent Venue Alliance and the National Independent Venue Association, advocating for the importance of live music and the preservation of cultural spaces.

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4.0809 reviews
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Mingo T.
8/8/2019

Shut out to this place 11/10 would return any day. Best bar I've been to in a long time. Smooth outdoor section made me feel like I was somewhere else. Friendly people, no line at the pool table....

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Kimmie G.
11/30/2025

0 STARS DUE TO THE RUDEST BARTENDING STAFF IN SF. It's always a great time partying at El Rio -- the energy, music, and vibe are unmatched. Unfortunately, my most recent experience at the bar...

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Ed U.
8/10/2024

I'm not sure why I've been so lackadaisical about writing my personal appraisal of El Rio. I've been just a handful of times in the past year, and honestly not been disappointed with my...

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M T.
5/24/2025

Was asked as soon as we came up to the bar if we were gay. They told us that we aren't welcome to this establishment because we aren't gay and we came on a party bus. Front door also states...

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Elmer G.
7/27/2024

This past week we visited El Rio. This is a dive bar located in the mission district. Surprisingly this was my first time ever visiting, as I have lived within the neighborhood for almost 30 yrs....

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