Top 10 Best Clubs in San Francisco, CA [2024 GUIDE]

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Top 10 Best Clubs in San Francisco, CA [2024 GUIDE]

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With over 48 venues in San Francisco, there are many places to choose from whether you're looking for a crazy night out or a lounge atmosphere. Don't worry! We're going to list out the best clubs in San Francisco, CA that you should definitely check out.

Temple

Temple prides itself in being a space that is created by artists, for artists. Its entertainment and nightlife are unrivaled in San Francisco. At the club, guests will be able to experience awe-inspiring, fully immersive state of the art lighting, visuals, custom sound system, and multiple rooms of music. From room to room, and VIP booth to VIP booth, the clubgoers will be able to experience music played by world-class performers and internationally renowned electronic DJs. Underneath the main floor is LVL 55, Temple's futuristic, lower level which is complete with fifteen VIP tables, a custom-made DJ booth, and open-format sounds. LVL 55 elicits an underground party appeal for guests who prefer to venture away from the main room sound and allows them to have a more intimate nightlife experience.

540 Howard Street San Francisco, CA 94105
SoMa
10 PM - 4 AM Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays
Dress Code: Strict
$$

RSVP at Temple

The Grand

With it’s beautiful and classy décor, attractive and sophisticated interior, and a heap of production details, The Grand redefines nightclub entertainment in San Francisco. The club strives to bring the Las Vegas vibe to the Bay Area with the high level of energy that can be found all over the club from its lavish VIP table seating to the five levels that are all available for clubgoers to get their partying on. At The Grand, the guests are sure to immerse themselves in the ultimate nightclub experience. With the high production budget and the emphasis that The Grand puts on its production and entertainment, guests will be able to enjoy a lux night out.

520 4th Street San Francisco, CA 94107
Mission District
10 PM - 2 AM Fri & Sat
Dress Code: Strict
$$$

RSVP at The Grand

Echo Nightclub

Formerly Arena SF, Echo nightclub is located in the heart of the Mission District in San Francisco and plays Hip-Hop and R&B music Thursday to Saturday. Echo also lets the 18+ club come join the party Thursday nights and get their grind on while Fridays and Saturdays are limited to the 21+ club. Do it for the ratchets!

2565 Mission St San Francisco, CA 94110
Mission District
Varies depending on events
Dress Code: Casual
$$

RSVP at Echo Nightclub

YOLO Nightclub

San Francisco's newest & most exclusive nightclub covering 8000+ sq with a full bar, artist's performance stage, state of art & custom sound system, multiple LED display panels, California's very first kinetic lighting system, huge dance floor, and leveled VIP booth seating. Yolo takes over in the location that once was home to Slim's.

RSVP at YOLO Nightclub

The Valencia Room

The Valencia Room has a mission to preserve the culture of this iconic bar and the music venue. They intend to continue to provide the highest level of music talent in Mission SF.

647 Valencia St San Francisco, CA 94110
Mission District
5 PM - 2 AM Daily
Dress Code: Casual
$$

RSVP at The Valencia Room

Skylark

Welcome to the NEW Skylark! A historic place with a new taste. Serving up craft cocktails, fun parties, top DJs, and good times.

San Francisco, CA
Mission District
$

RSVP at Skylark

Providence

Fun-loving space with a curated beer list, upstairs lounge area & a copper-topped bar with TVs.

RSVP at Providence

F8

Nestled into the heart of South of the Market in San Francisco, F8 provides its guests with a culture of eclectic music that ranges from House to Hip hop to Techno to Dubstep, and everything else in between. The main goal of the club is to have great music with everything else being supplementary. This however does not mean that the atmosphere or the ambiance of F8 is found lacking in comparison to the great music found playing at the club. F8 features an intimate atmosphere, some of the best drink specials in SF, as well as amazing vibes from the staff to the patrons. Proclaimed to be one of the last authentic clubs that remains vibrant till this day, F8 truly knows how to show its guests how to spend a great night out.

1192 Folsom San Francisco, CA 94103
SoMa
Varies depending on events
Dress Code: Casual
$$

RSVP at F8

August Hall

Now the nightclub August Hall (previously the well known Ruby Skye), the location originally built in the 1890s as a Victorian Playhouse by celebrated architect August Headman. At August Hall, patrons will find live music and entertainment with special events, three lively full bars, and superbly prepared food. The club is separated into three rooms. The distinct separations between the rooms create the Music Hall, with sprawling its 32-foot ceilings, 100 year old architecture, and new drapery outlining its historic stained glass windows, the Green Room which is a plush cocktail room serves as a luxe escape from the energy of The Music Hall, and the Fifth Arrow which A cocktail, dining and gaming parlor (complete with three bowling lanes) located downstairs from the August Hall lobby. August Hall has been built to be a flexible, multidisciplinary event space with a design that pays homage to the great history of the building.

420 Mason St San Francisco, CA 94102
Union Square
Dress Code: Casual
$$

RSVP at August Hall

Rockwell

Rockwell is located at 3200 Fillmore Street in San Francisco, CA. The venue is open 10 PM - 2AM on Fridays and Saturdays. They offer bottle service and a full bar for those who want to enjoy their night out at the nightclub.

3200 Fillmore Street San Francisco, CA 94123
Cow Hollow
10 pm - 2 am Fri - Sat
Dress Code: Strict
$$

RSVP at Rockwell

There are many other clubs available in San Francisco like these.

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San Francisco Clubs FAQ

What time does the headlining DJ usually start performing in San Francisco clubs?

The headlining DJ will usually start performing around 12:00 AM.

How long do DJs play in San Francisco?

The headlining DJ or artist usually plays a 1 to 2 hour set.

What is the dress code like at San Francisco Clubs?

Guys can wear nice jeans and a form fitting plain t-shirt or a nice button down shirt. Girls can wear jeans or a comfortable but stylish dress if they prefer. Of course guys and girls can never go wrong with dressing up even more – there is no such thing as overdressing when it comes to clubs.

How can I get into San Francisco Clubs for free?

Some San Francisco Clubs have a free ladies guest list, and have a free even ratio guest list – free if you have the same number of girls (or more) in your party.

Keep in mind that many San Francisco Clubs are more exclusive and require bottle service to get in. You can sign up for the guest list on our events page.