The Third Floor

"A stone’s throw away from the iconic Transamerica Pyramid, The Third Floor at The Jay might be the most comprehensive hotel bar experience in San Francisco. From the esteemed Omakase Restaurant Group, oysters with Champagne espuma, smoky squid and the perfectly poached shrimp of the petite seafood tower show the marvelous vision of Executive Chef Michael Magallenes. Hearty yakitori skewers like tare-glazed chicken thigh and shiso and king trumpet mushroom are delightful, while the chicken katsu sandwich — a chicken thigh cutlet wrapped in tsukune (chicken meatball) then panko-crusted — is a revelation. The Terrace cocktail, with gin, Suze and Lillet, is simple and spectacular. The Mezcaloma — made with mezcal, spiced grapefruit, Select Aperitivo, lime, ginger, honey and club soda — is a smooth twist on a classic Paloma. Walk up the three-story circular staircase upon arrival, and you’ll be welcomed by an elegantly-designed bar, spherical-themed dining areas and a gorgeous terrace. With excellent service to boot, The Third Floor is the kind of place that’ll make you want to go out for drinks in San Francisco more often. "