Located at 718 14th St in San Francisco’s vibrant Castro neighbourhood, Last Rites is not your typical bar: it’s an immersive “Polynesian-Noir Adventure” cocktail lounge where you’ve seemingly crash-landed into tropical ruins. From the moment you step inside, the décor transports you — airplane seats from a 1960s fuselage serve as bar chairs, massive banyan-tree roots spread across the space, stacked-stone booths nestle into foliage, and two 9-foot fire-breathing skull idols loom overhead. The lighting and sound design enhance the effect: thunderstorm effects, ambient jungle insect sounds, and a mood that shifts from clandestine lounge to full-on adventure. Reviewers describe it as “jungle crash site meets tiki bar” and say that the vibe alone is worth the visit. On the drinks front, Last Rites offers over 150 rums and a menu of potent, theatrical cocktails. For example: the “Last Rites” (rum, lime, passion fruit, salted molasses, secret mix of amaros & spices) clocks in at around $16, with optional souvenir glass. Larger share-drinks for groups (serving 4+) also feature heavy tropical flavours, onboard sacrificed banana leaf garnish and fire-topped presentation. The bar operates on a first-come, first-served basis (no standard reservations) though private areas for groups of 8–60 can be arranged. This space is suited for a date night with a twist, a fun outing with friends seeking theatrics, or simply a cocktail lover wanting something far beyond the ordinary. Just go in knowing it’s more about the mood, theme and drink experience than a quiet, refined lounge.
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