Stookey’s Club Moderne
San Francisco, CA
895 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94108, US
Verified open September 8, 2026.
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Reviewed cocktail menu
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Aged Negroni
A take on the classic Italian favorite from 1919, our version is aged in American white oak barrels.
Campari, Sweet Vermouth & Gin
$20
French 75
Created in the early art deco years of 1920s Paris, this swellegant drink was curiously named after an artillery piece from The Great War (1914-1918).
Gin, Fresh Lemon, Sparkling Wine
$18
NEW YORK SOUR
A 1930’s take on a classic from the 1880s, this cocktail (originally the Chicago Sour) was invented in Chicago but popularized in New York by the right people.
Rye, Fresh Lemon, Egg White, Cabernet Sauvignon
$20
100 Reasons rye TM
100 Reasons Rye is our signature cocktail. It’s a variation on a Manhattan - barrel aged in heavily charred, fresh white American oak. Watch for the flaming finish!
Rye, Sweet Vermouth, Orange Liqueur, Orange Bitters
$20
Aviation
Evoking the spirit of the skies with its blue coloration, this cocktail was a favorite before prohibition and made famous at the Hotel Wallack, NYC.
Gin, Maraschino, Creme de Violette, Fresh Lemon
$20
mai tai
Our version is as close as we can get to Vic’s original creation.
Jamaica Rum, Fresh Lime, Orgeat, Curaçao
$20
champs-elysees ́ ́
This is a cocktail worthy of this elegant Parisian boulevard.
Brandy, Fresh Lemon, Green Chartreuse, Angostura Bitters
$20
20th century
When we first came across the recipe for this cocktail, it seemed like it would never work. Boy were we wrong!
Gin, Fresh Lemon, Kina, Creme de Cacao
$20
BOnfire
This cocktail is like sitting by a fire without the smoke, wind, or mosquitos.
Mezcal, Gran Classico, Sweet Vermouth, Chocolate Bitters
$20
madam satan
This drink was inspired by the 1930 Cecil B. De Mille motion picture.
Tequila, Raspberry, Fresh Lime Juice, Ancho Verde Liqueur, Habanero Tincture, Peach Bitters
$20
clover club
This one was invented and served at the Clover Club of Philadelphia.
Gin, Lime Juice, House-Made Raspberry Syrup, Egg White
$20
bee’s knees
This one’s a classic from the 1920s. We think that our mix of gin, lemon and honey is the Cat’s Pajamas, but really it’s The Bee’s Knees!
Gin, Fresh Lemon, Honey
$20
martinez
This cocktail is the predecessor to the classic Martini.
Old Tom Gin, Sweet Vermouth, Maraschino, Orange Bitters
$18
pendennis club
This drink was named after the historic Pendennis Club in Louisville, Kentucky. While the cocktail hails from the heart of bourbon country, there is nary a drop of bourbon in it.
Gin, Apricot Brandy, Fresh Lime, Peychaud’s Bitters
$20
alaskan tuxedo
This smoky sophisticated distant cousin of a Martini uses elements of an Alaska and a Tuxedo #2, both from the early 1900s.
Smoked Rosemary Gin, Yellow Chartreuse, Blanc Vermouth, Orange Bitters, Absinthe Rinse
$20
gin blossom
With the hint of fruit, this cocktail is an interesting take on the classic Martini.
Gin, Vermouth Blanc, Apricot Eau-de-Vie, Orange Bitters
$20
corpse reviver #2
This is best served first thing in the morning after a ‘latenight’, but since we don’t open until the afternoon we suggest you order one as soon as you can.
Gin, Kina, Fresh Lemon, Triple Sec, Absinthe Rinse
$18
bullshot
Our version of this savory concoction is enhanced by a proprietary recipe of spices and bone broth. And no, it’s NOT vegan.
Gin, Seasoned House-Made Beef Broth, Vermouth-Soaked Onion Garnish
$18
FRIDA KAHLO
Named in honor of the Mexican painter who visited San Francisco in 1930 & 1940. This cocktail starts out bitter and bold and finishes with notes of mellow fruit.
Mezcal, Peach Liqueur, Suze, Fresh Lemon, Orange Bitters
$20
Cachivache
Definition: Leftover, Useless Item
Miso-Butter-Washed Tequila, Aperol, Kina Bonal, Fresh Lemon Juice, Egg White, Sesame Seeds
$20
1930s tequila sunrise
This cocktail was invented at the Agua Caliente resort in Tijuana.
Tequila, Fresh Lime, Creme de Cassis, Club Soda
$18
chai masala old fashioned
East meets West.
Bourbon, Chai Masala Syrup, Angostura & Orange Bitters
$20
ninth ward
This one is a Tales of the Cocktail conference creation, named in honor of the Ninth Ward of New Orleans devastated by hurricane Katrina.
Bourbon, Falernum, Fresh Lime, Elderflower Liqueur, Peychaud’s Bitters
$18
Brown derby
This drink was named to honor the famous Hollywood restaurant but was never served there.
Bourbon, Fresh Grapefruit & Lemon, Honey
$18
sutro sling
The best place to enjoy this drink is overlooking the fog from the cliffs of Sutro Heights. The second best place is here at Club Moderne!
Bourbon, Fresh Lemon, Blueberry-Chamomile Grenadine, Angostura, Seltzer
$18
vic secret
This cocktail is a tribute to author Dashiell Hammett’s iconic character, Sam Spade (The Maltese Falcon, 1929). If Stookey’s was around when Mr. Hammett lived in this neighborhood, we’re certain he would have enjoyed this drink.
Rye, Blanc Vermouth, Averna, Bogart’s Bitters
$20
sam spade
This drink embodies the spirit of New Orleans in a glass.
Rye, Sugar, Peychaud’s Bitters, Absinthe
$20
sazerac
A more complex version of the Sazerac, this drink was created and remains a staple at the Carousel bar, Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans.
Rye, Brandy, Sweet Vermouth, Benedictine, Peychaud’s Bitters, Angostura Bitters
$20
vieux carre ́
Bitter as Vic itself.
Rye, IPA Syrup, Fresh Grapefruit Juice, Suze
$20
penicillin
Although technically not a cure for illness or infection, this libation’s effect will definitely make you feel better!
Scotch, Ginger Infused Honey, Fresh Lemon
$20
emerald islander
If you’ve ever wondered what a Tiki drink would taste like if made with Irish Whiskey... try this one!
Irish Whiskey, Fresh Lime, Banana Liqueur, Jamaica Rum, Curaçao, Allspice Dram
$20
rusty nail
The go-to cocktail of the infamous “Rat Pack.”
Scotch, Drambuie Liqueur
$18
blood & sand
No one seems to know for certain when this was invented. We’re pretty certain it was the 1920s. It might have been named after the 1922 movie of the same name. Who knows? In any event, it’s a wonderful source of vitamin C and scotch!
Scotch, Fresh Orange Juice, Sweet Vermouth, Cherry Liqueur
$20
hotel nacional
This special drink was created for the bar at the famous Hotel Nacional in Havana, Cuba.
Rum, Fresh Lime, Pineapple Juice, Apricot Eau-de-Vie, Angostura Bitters
$20
corn & oil
No it doesn’t contain oil. What it does contain is a delightful mix of rums, lime juice, bitters and falernum. The Caribbean’s answer to the Old Fashioned.
Barbadan Rum, Falernum, Fresh Lime, Angostura Bitters, Jamaica Rum Float
$20
hibiscus banana punch
Tart and tropical. Ruby red and goes to your head. Just a hint of fizz.
Jamaica Rum, Creme de Banane, Hibiscus Concentrate, Fresh Lime Juice
$20
madrinha
Portuguese for ‘Godmother.’ Named in honor of the Scotch based classic ‘Godfather.’
Caçhaca, Jamaica Rum, Amaretto, Black Walnut Bitters
$20
sidecar
If you’ve never had a classic sidecar then now is the perfect time to do so!
Brandy, Fresh Lemon, Triple Sec
$18
midnight Kurrant
A.K.A the M.K.
Brandy, Barbados Rum, Cocchi Americano, Creme de Cassis, Angostura Bitters
$20
fourth waltz
This tangy refreshing yet fruity concoction will have you dancing with the audience!
Pisco, Blackberry-Cucumber Shrub, Lemon Juice, Ancho Verde, Egg White
$20
le jaques en rose
This elevated, French-ified Jack Rose variation was first served at the restaurant La Folie on Russian Hill.
Calvados, Blueberry-Chamomile-Grenadine Syrup, Fresh Lemon Juice, Egg Whites
$20
wilhelmina
Named in honor of Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands who donated the Dutch windmill and the surrounding tulip garden in Golden Gate Park to the City of San Francisco in 1902.
Genever, Fresh Lemon, Elderflower Liqueur, Absinthe, Habanero Tincture, Tonic
$20
Bonal of contention
A refreshing, gingery cocktail with just a hint of bitter.
Fernet Branca, Kina Bonal, Fresh Lemon, Mint, Ginger Beer
$20
absinthe frappe ́
Let the Green Fairy touch your soul.
Absinthe, Anisette, Mint, Soda
$20
Mrs. Chadwick’s Milk Punch
This one is inspired by Mrs. Chadwick who ran a Milk Punch parlor and roadhouse/brothel at the corner of Irving Street and 7th Ave in San Francisco’s Inner Sunset district.
Spirits, Lemon Juice, Sugar, Tea & Spices, Clarified Milk
$17
irish coffee
This classic was invented in Limerick, Ireland and popularized in San Francisco.
Irish Whiskey, Coffee, Sugar, Whipped Cream
$20
MEXICAN coffee
Our take on a classic Latin American/Spanish drink.
Your choice of Mezcal or Tequila, Coffee, Ancho Verde, Fresh Whipped Cream, Cinnamon
$20
hot toddy
We are sorry we don’t have a roaring fire but this one should warm you from the inside.
Scotch or Cognac (your choice), Fresh Lemon, Clove, Honey
$18
hot buttered rum
Our classic version will warm your senses on a cool, foggy, San Francisco evening.
Jamaica Rum, Butter, Brown Sugar, Spices
$20