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Cavaňa

A stylish rooftop lounge atop the LUMA Hotel in Mission Bay, celebrating Latin American culture through innovative cocktails, small plates, and sweeping city views.

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What is Cavaña known for?

Cavaña is a rooftop cocktail bar and lounge in San Francisco that celebrates Latin American culture, heritage, and flavors through innovative cocktails and small plates.

Where is it located?

It is located on the 17th floor of the LUMA Hotel at 100 Channel Street in San Francisco's Mission Bay area.

What are the hours?

From Sunday through Thursday, the bar is open from 4:00pm to 12:00am.

What kind of food and drinks do they serve?

Cavaña serves dinner, innovative small plates, and mains, including Brazilian pastels. Their drink menu focuses on ingredient-driven cocktails, authentic spirits, and pisco- and cachaça-forward options.

What are the views like?

The rooftop venue offers sweeping vistas of San Francisco, including views of the Bay Bridge, the East Bay, Sutro Tower, and Twin Peaks.

What should I check before going?

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What to know

Cavaña is a sophisticated rooftop cocktail bar and lounge perched on the 17th floor of the LUMA Hotel at 100 Channel Street. Created by local restaurateur John Park of the x Brick Group and Parks of Hospitality, the venue serves as an ode to Central and South America, blending heritage with a modern urban setting. Its name is a clever portmanteau of agave and caña, representing two of the most iconic spirits of Latin America. The experience is centered on an exploration of Latin American flavors and heritage. The bar focuses on ingredient-driven cocktails that balance innovation with authentic flavors, specifically highlighting pisco- and cachaça-forward drinks. The menu features a mix of innovative small plates, mains, and Brazilian pastels, often using locally sourced cuisine to create a vibrant dining experience. Visitors are treated to sweeping vistas of the San Francisco skyline. From the rooftop, guests can see landmarks such as Twin Peaks, Sutro Tower, the Bay Bridge, and the East Bay. The atmosphere is further enhanced by live music, making it a destination for those seeking a spirited journey through a rich cultural heritage complemented by stunning urban views.

Visitor tips

  • Visit between 4:00pm and 12:00am Sunday through Thursday to enjoy the rooftop lounge.
  • Try the pisco- or cachaça-forward cocktails for an authentic taste of Latin American spirits.
  • Allow extra time to navigate the LUMA Hotel lobby to reach the 17th floor.
  • Book a reservation to ensure a spot with a view of the Bay Bridge or Twin Peaks.

Nearby context

Located in the Mission Bay area, Cavaña is a standout rooftop destination that adds a vertical dimension to the neighborhood's modern architecture and waterfront views.

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