HiLot Bar

A funky (and sometimes club-like) vibe is successfully cultivated at the ’70s-themed joint of HiLot. Created by the minds behind the neighboring Joyface, the bar’s name is a heartfelt homage to owner Jennifer Shorr’s late uncle, who played a major role in the gay liberation movement in San Francisco during the 1970s and went by the drag name of Lottie. Whether you’re a first-timer or repeat customer, the interior draws major attention for its rich purple and pink interior, mirrored ceiling, secret 10-seat backroom (which is affectionately called the “cuddle puddle love pit”), and, of course, the clawfoot tub in the bathroom. On the menu, you’ll find cheeky drinks with names like the Only Fans and classics like Espresso Martinis.