this is my second time at Polkcha, and how much better it was that it was not Crawloween and I could walk in the bar! I got the gwangjang drink which I really loved. Bonus melona bar in the drink was fun. Great place to enjoy the interior with a fun drink yapping with friends. Their drink menus do change occasionally so it's nice for variety. Bartenders were quick and attentive.

loved the asian street market vibes of this bar + the drinks were quite yummy. - gwangjang: so good and refreshing for milder alcohol preferences, plus the melona bar was the cherry on top - kuromon: quite nice, aperol spritz vibes - night owl: lychee flavor was nice, although they didn't give us the egg white foam because of egg shortage :( - divisoria: delicious! strong ube and coconut flavor - hoi an: salted creme was lovely, cold brew came through pretty well, pretty strong though - hua hin: the strongest alc for sure, but pandan flavor was a little lacking

Before eating dinner with my fiancé we decided to get some drinks. We found this place on Yelp & immediately saw the melona popsicle in a cocktail - SAY LESS. We walk in 730 pm on a Saturday and there was a small crowd with most seating near the back filled. The ambiance is trendy, bright and Asian-inspired decor. Loved seeing all the Asian snacks behind the bar. Service was super friendly and attentive, handing us a menu as we sat down at the bar. Now onto the drinks... Hua Hin - Subtle sweetness, with the tequila being the main flavor. Couldn't really identify the pandan, although was a refreshing sip. Divisoria - This one was my favorite. The sweet Ube and banana flavor came through, almost like a Ube juice. Super dangerous could've drank at least 3 - maybe next time lol. Gwangjang - Melona bar in the drink - enough said! Jokes aside, also a refreshing drink with some fizz from the yuzu lime soda. Appreciated the playfulness of this drink. We wanted to let the bar dissolve into the drink but our reservations were nearing so we chugged it and took the bar to-go. Will come again!

Fun spot with good drinks! I stopped by on a Sunday night with a couple of friends. We all ordered Ajumma's Choice because we wanted our drinks to be a fun surprise. I told the bartender I liked sweet but refreshing drinks, and hr nailed it. My drink was smooth, well-balanced, and super easy to sip on without being too sugary. The vibe of the place is overall pretty chill on Sundays. It's a great spot for a more casual night out. I'll definitely be back to try more drinks. Also Tip! The korean hot dog spot next door is delicious and the bar lets you bring outside food :)

Polkcha in San Francisco captures the lively, energetic spirit of an Asian street market with its vibrant atmosphere and contemporary design. When we arrived, the place was packed, but we were able to grab a table by the door and window as people left. If you're planning to visit, I suggest going early if you want a seat, as the place fills up quickly. However, there are standing areas where you can still enjoy the experience, with spots to set down your drinks and soak in the vibrant energy of the space. There are also additional seating options in the back. The cocktail menu adds an extra layer of fun, featuring drinks with Asian-inspired names and ingredients.

===TL;DR=== - Gwangjang - Ajumma's choice - Hua hin - Divisoria ===TMI=== Plot twist: previously Trade Routes but now Polkcha BUT same owner, just rebranded. How brilliant. Reminds me of vibrant Asian bars in Asia countries. Neon signs all the way down. Not an extensive menu but sometimes that's the best. They have a lot of fun and themed cocktails. My favorite is the gwangjang.. for the melona popsicle haha. Loved the ajumma's choice of you're indecisive - the bartender will craft you a drink of surprise. It's a good vibe in here, back space is great for bigger parties. Another great bar on Polk!

Polk street is so lively again! Or I'm just a hermit who hasn't been out in awhile. But fun! I wanted to try this place out after many social media posts. Very vibey and cool. The decorations were fun and vibrant to look at. Luckily wasn't too busy around 7p? on a Friday. We sat and ordered a cocktail each before dinner. The gwanjang - I guess this one is a must if it's your first time. Perfectly refreshing, the melona bar is delicious and makes the cocktail yummier as it melts. My friend got their version of an espresso martini. WHOOO strong, and a tad sweet? My friend didn't love or hate it but since we hadn't eaten dinner yet, she only drank half. GASP. if she wasn't slightly sick, I would have downed it for her. LOL Overall, I would love to come again, and check out what else they have to offer. Too bad no food food for the drunchies.

Polkcha is a vibe! Previously being trade routes Polkcha was the new bar which took over. When you step inside the decor is bright and colorful with a tree in the corner, and tons of fun asian-inspired decor and drinks! They also offer a few mocktails which are quite delicious as well. My favorite drinks were the Gwangjang which is a neon green drink that comes with a full melona bar that melts into the drink, and the Divisoria which was deep purple and tasted of coconuts. The bar can tend to get pretty crowded and there is no dance floor but it is definitely a fun vibe and a great place to come with friends!

Trade Routes rebranded into Polkcha! (But don't worry, they still do the Thursday Trivia!) Love the rebranding that was done here. Asian inspired decor inside and drinks that are actually tasty and not over done. I got to try the lychee drink called the Night Owl and their version of an espresso martini called Hoi An. Night owl was super refreshing, the egg white adds frothiness. The Hoi An had tonic in it which I wasn't the biggest fan of (I don't like carbonation) but still was yum. Also, the bartender was super fun and let us try his own personal drinks that he was creating which I believe should be on the menu because those drinks were delicious! Shout out Michael :-) See you on Thursdays for Trivia!