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Queer Sports Bar Revolution: The Castro's New Hotspot Is Serving More Than Just Drinks

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Get ready to raise a glass to the most badass bar transformation in the Castro! 🍻

Rikki’s, the neighborhood’s first women’s sports bar, is about to become your new weekend sanctuary. Named after legendary San Francisco bar owner and activist Rikki Streicher, this spot is bringing serious queer energy back to Market Street.

A Space For Everyone

Co-owners Danielle Thoe and Sara Yergovich aren’t just opening another bar – they’re creating a revolutionary inclusive space where women’s sports take center stage. Imagine catching WNBA games while sipping on a “The Queen Is King” cocktail dedicated to tennis icon Billie Jean King. Talk about representation!

Beyond Just Drinks

The menu is a total game-changer. We’re talking beet burgers, duck fat confit chicken wings, and cocktails that would make any mixologist weep. Local brewery Local Brewing Co’s Pride-themed “Gay Crush” beer? Yes, please!

Pride Month Perfection

Opening just in time for Pride Month, Rikki’s isn’t just a bar – it’s a statement. After decades without a dedicated lesbian bar in the Castro, this spot is reclaiming queer space with style, sass, and seriously good vibes.

Cheers to breaking barriers, one drink at a time! 🌈

AUTHOR: tgc

SOURCE: SFist