Old Bus Tavern

Old Bus Tavern A neighborhood brewpub in Bernal Heights, San Francisco. Old Bus? We also actually do spend a lot of time on old buses.

Old Bus is an expression of the humble, steady and unfettered approach that owners Ben, Jimmy and John take to our brewing, cooking and cocktails. John restored a 1978 Volkswagen Westfalia and spent a summer touring the country with his wife and dog. It’s now become his daily driver and our team adventure vehicle. And now, with the help of our Indiegogo campaign, we have purchased and are restorin

g a 1971 VW bus fully dedicated to the business. This "Old Bus Bus" will be used for further adventures, as well as farmer's market trips and beer festivals. It is also available to the community for outdoor parties, events, and catering. The Drinks
Brewmaster Ben starts from classic American and Belgian styles that are reinterpreted through experimentation. While we love big, unusual beers as much as any beer geek, we strive to balance those with brews that are enjoyable from start to finish, day after day. After eight years of homebrewing with John, our new steam-fired, four-barrel brewhouse from Portland Kettle Works is a big step up for us. But it's still small enough to give us the freedom to experiment with new recipes and ingredients each batch. In addition to our own beers brewed in-house, our fourteen taps feature a rotating selection of other local craft beers. The cocktail menu is based on fresh, seasonal ingredients, and the back bar reflects our shared passion for whiskey and mezcal. The Food
Much like our beers, our food menu is designed to be comforting and approachable, but still balanced and elevated to the level that San Franciscans expect. Whether you're an omnivore or vegetarian, our aim is to satisfy without weighing you down.

Only five chances left to get the best cheeseburger in town. Our last service is this Saturday, and we want to see you b...
09/04/2018

Only five chances left to get the best cheeseburger in town. Our last service is this Saturday, and we want to see you before we close the doors!

The Bus is rolling on!It is with a heavy heart that we announce the closure of Old Bus Tavern. We opened our doors a lit...
08/21/2018

The Bus is rolling on!

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the closure of Old Bus Tavern. We opened our doors a little over three years ago with the goal of providing a warm and lively space for neighbors and friends to congregate over a tasty beer and good music. On those terms, we feel that we succeeded. Unfortunately, like a lot of small businesses in San Francisco recently, the economic realities have caught up with us.

Saturday, September 8th will be our last service. Until then, we will continue to provide the same great offerings and service that we have always prided ourselves on. Please drop by for a farewell bite or drink so we can extend a huge thanks and a hug to all of our guests and colleagues who have made these last years so memorable.

While we can’t provide specifics yet, we have sold our lease to new owners who will carry on the tradition of providing the neighborhood with local beers and chill vibes.

Much Love,
Old Bus Tavern

We've joined the ranks on 's Burger Heatmap! We're serving up starting at 3pm today.
08/12/2018

We've joined the ranks on 's Burger Heatmap! We're serving up starting at 3pm today.

INTO THE MILD is back!
08/09/2018

INTO THE MILD is back!

Live music tonight 7-10pm! Violin and acoustic guitar duo playing Beatles, Zeppelin, Dead and all sorts of other fun stu...
08/08/2018

Live music tonight 7-10pm! Violin and acoustic guitar duo playing Beatles, Zeppelin, Dead and all sorts of other fun stuff.

Damn that was fun! Huge thanks to everyone who celebrated our third anniversary with us yesterday. The blew us away!
07/30/2018

Damn that was fun! Huge thanks to everyone who celebrated our third anniversary with us yesterday. The blew us away!

Today is the day! Doors at 4pm, 5-8pm. IMPORTANT: this party is for *ticket-holders only*. We will sell tickets at the...
07/29/2018

Today is the day! Doors at 4pm, 5-8pm. IMPORTANT: this party is for *ticket-holders only*. We will sell tickets at the door ($25) while space allows.

🎉🍹🍻 3rd Anniversary Party on Sunday! 🍻🍹🎉 -
07/26/2018

🎉🍹🍻 3rd Anniversary Party on Sunday! 🍻🍹🎉 -

Dear Old Bus Passengers, The last three years have been a crazy adventure for us. Long before we got the doors open, Old Bus Tavern was just a dream between three friends to have a truly approachable neighborhood spot where you can walk in any night for a fresh house beer, great music, and familiar....

: Admiral Pilsner is finally on tap! The organic, floor-malted pilsner from is the real star of the show here, with so...
07/26/2018

: Admiral Pilsner is finally on tap! The organic, floor-malted pilsner from is the real star of the show here, with some traditional Mittelfrueh hops providing some earthy spice and a bit of Ekuanot lending a subtle citrus burst. Clean, crisp, and crushable.

Swipe ➡️ for before and after of one of the Third Anniversary Party posters we slapped up around the neighborhood. Ticke...
07/23/2018

Swipe ➡️ for before and after of one of the Third Anniversary Party posters we slapped up around the neighborhood. Tickets are moving fast so smash that link in our bio! Ticket includes a live performance by the as well as passed bites (sliders, Korean wings, shoestring fries, soft pretzel bites, shish*to peppers, and the triumphant return of Jimmy's Jimmies!)

Tonight's the night! Come at 5:30 for Ben's Q&A on overlooked beer ingredients that aren't malt, hops, yeast or water. T...
07/18/2018

Tonight's the night! Come at 5:30 for Ben's Q&A on overlooked beer ingredients that aren't malt, hops, yeast or water. This includes food ingredients like lemon zest and basil, as well as various enzymes, wood, and fining agents. Then from 6:30-10:30 take the free shuttle to the Bayview breweries!

We're excited to announce that the Todd Gardner Band will be rocking the stage at our Third Anniversary Party from 5-8pm...
07/13/2018

We're excited to announce that the Todd Gardner Band will be rocking the stage at our Third Anniversary Party from 5-8pm! [Tickets in bio!]
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As frontman for the Northern Califonia jam band the Saints of Circumstance, Gardner leads his new project into uncharted territories with shimmering original compositions and gorgeous improvisation.
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This music is foot stompin’ roots rock at its finest, with a healthy dose of jazz-influenced space jams!

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3193 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA
94110

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