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Explore the vibrant and diverse nightlife of San Francisco, from speakeasies to dance clubs.
Known for craft cocktails and being featured in top 50 bars in North America.
Creative, visually stunning, and delicious drinks. Elegant and chill environment.
Known for its unique, themed cocktail menus and vibrant atmosphere.
Loud, hipster, trendy. Known for creative cocktails.
Known for its strict adherence to speakeasy rules and excellent craft cocktails.
Intimate, classy, quiet. Speakeasy with a 1920s ambiance.
A classic dive bar with a lively atmosphere, popular for dancing and karaoke.
Gritty, fun, and unpretentious. Known for Jello shots and strong drinks.
Known for its unique decor, good music, and comfortable seating areas.
Classic old neighborhood cocktail lounge with vintage lamps, couches and velvet paintings. Music is mostly vintage.
Known for its diverse selection of craft beers and spacious outdoor patio.
Industrial-chic taproom with a lively atmosphere, dog-friendly.
Known for its innovative craft beers and family-friendly taproom.
Award-winning craft beer in a modern, spacious taproom with a lively atmosphere.
A curated evening itinerary from early drinks to late-night dancing.
Start with cocktails or craft beers at a neighborhood bar. Keep it relaxed — the night is young.
Pacific Cocktail Haven
Union Square · $$
Hit the main strip. Rooftop bars, live music, or a lively pub crawl through the best neighborhoods.
Moongate Lounge
Chinatown · $$
The clubs open up. Dance floors fill, DJs take over, and the real nightlife begins.
Temple Nightclub
SoMa · $$
Known for its vibrant and diverse bar scene, with a mix of dive bars, cocktail lounges, and live music venues.
A bustling district with a variety of nightlife options, including large nightclubs, breweries, and casual bars.
Home to upscale cocktail bars and rooftop lounges, offering a more sophisticated nightlife experience.
A gritty and diverse neighborhood with a mix of dive bars, speakeasies, and unique local spots.
| District | Best For | Crowd | Walk Score | Top Venues |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mission | Eclectic bars | Bohemian | 95 | Trick DogCasanova Lounge |
| SoMa | Nightclubs | Young professionals | 88 | Temple NightclubDNA Lounge |
| Union Square | Upscale cocktails | Tourists | 98 | Pacific Cocktail HavenThe View Lounge |
| Tenderloin | Speakeasies | Local | 92 | Bourbon & BranchCharmaine’s |
The Mission, North Beach, SoMa, Union Square, and Tenderloin are popular neighborhoods, each offering a unique vibe and selection of bars and clubs.
Most bars and clubs in San Francisco stop serving alcohol at 2:00 AM.
Some nightclubs and popular venues may have a cover charge, especially on weekends or for special events. It's advisable to check in advance.