Rye is consistently mentioned in the relatively short list of great bars that are pushing the art of the cocktail in the bay area right now. They use freshly picked ingredients and some of the more unusual liquors and locally made spirits to create some pretty original drinks.
Can't say too much about this place, it is a speakeasy in san francisco that you need the password to get into. However you can make reservations through their website at http://www.bourbonandbranch.com