SAN FRANCISCO - Customers who want to order a Manhattan or a beer on tap will now have to show proof of vaccination at a number of San Francisco bars.The decision to tighten rules was made by the San Francisco Bar Owner Alliance, a group representing nearly 500 establishments.
They cited the rapid rise in cases of the delta variant, particularly among fully vaccinated staff members, as the motivation behind the cautious approach.
Customers who aren't vaccinated may drink indoors at participating bars if they provide a negative COVID-19 test from the last 72 hours."We believe we are obligated to protect our workers and their families and to offer a safe space for customers to relax and socialize," the group said in a statement.