Novela

Novela at 662 Mission Street in the Financial District/SoMa serves "cocktails with character," paying homage to classic novels, authors, and literary heroes through design and spirits. The interior features a chromatically classified book collection with house cocktails named after beloved literary characters. Walls lined with rainbow-colored books create a cozy yet upscale ambiance that juxtaposes classic with contemporary design. The beverage program by bar stars Kate Bolton and Alex Smith offers hand-crafted cocktails and a historically inspired Punchon-Tap program honoring original formulas of citrus oil, quality spirits, and spices. Monday-Wednesday 4pm-1am, Thursday-Friday 4pm-2am, Saturday 5pm-2am (closed Sundays). Phone: (415) 896-6500.