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EXPLORE LOCAL AREA | | | | | | | 448 Brannan St
San Francisco,
CA
94107-1713
415-904-4100 | | | | | Description: SOMA. This upscale New American bar and eatery makes a statement on otherwise unassuming Brannan Street. Patrons feast on intriguing seafood dishes that couple French and Asian flavors, from grilled mahi mahi and smoked cod to roasted lobster. The wine menu features over 200 varieties, and a jazz trio plays evenings in the bar area. The restaurant occupies a refurbished warehouse with exposed steel beams and brick walls and is dominated by an impressive multi-story, glass-encased wine cellar.
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| 56 Gold St
San Francisco,
CA
94133
415-433-6300 | | | | | Description: FINANCIAL DISTRICT. If you mourn the glamour that characterized Hollywood in the '30s and '40s, this refined supper club provides reason to rejoice. Tucked discreetly down an alley, the polished space soars with high ceilings, grand columns and moody lighting. While Bix's accomplished cuisine finds enormous favor with patrons, its much-loved bar is a regular haunt of after-work professionals and upscale city residents who adore the club's elegant style. Perfect martinis are the drink of choice, and live jazz nightly adds an extra measure of class. A great social scene is always in the making.
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| 714 Montgomery St
San Francisco,
CA
94111
415-434-4204 | | | | | Description: FINANCIAL DISTRICT. This downtown establishment frequently draws business folks intent on relaxing after a day at the office. Wines and champagnes are prominent; in fact, the menu boasts more than 300 types of champagne (as the name would suggest). For versatility, some are available by the glass. A small selection of gourmet appetizers and tantalizing desserts can be found as well. Downstairs, there's a pool table and a second bar area. A festive, see-and-be-seen atmosphere.
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| 440 Broadway St
San Francisco,
CA
94133
415-989-3434 | | | | | Description: NORTH BEACH. With a design theme predicated on pale, translucent curtains, sleek furnishings, and flickers of candlelight, Dolce pays tribute to its name and to the club's buzzwords: sweet, soft, smooth. The combination dance club-and-lounge also features a long, glass-topped bar where you can nurse a creative cocktail and catch up with friends. Local DJs keep the vibe relaxed with R&B, house, rock, and hip-hop. Weekends can be especially busy, and if you don't reserve a seat in advance, be prepared to mill about. Dress to impress.
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| 940 Sutter St
San Francisco,
CA
94109
415-885-2800 | | | | | Description: NOB HILL. Born in the '20s as an illicit speakeasy, Plush Room originally plied guests with well-mixed drinks and premiere entertainment. These days, performers are still top-notch, and the atmosphere remains convivial, but patrons imbibe freely without fear of reprisal. Romantic surroundings set the scene for a variety of entertainments, including vocal performances and comedy acts. The club also attracts many a dating couple, who love the intimate venue's attentive servers, great drinks and sublime talents.
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| EOS Restaurant and Wine Bar901 Cole St
San Francisco,
CA
94117
415-566-3063 | | | | | Description: HAIGHT-ASHBURY. Beautifully presented masterpiece dishes and an airy, studio-like atmosphere create a unique setting at this lively establishment. Thoughtfully prepared menu selections subtly fuse European and Asian techniques, as seen in grilled, Thai-spiced pork tenderloin, tea-smoked duck breast, braised lamb shank, and pan-roasted freshwater prawns. The amazing, well-stocked wine bar next door boasts more than 400 choices, with plenty of by-the-glass selections and weekly flights.
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| 415 Sansome St
San Francisco,
CA
94111
415-788-4811 | | | | | Description: FINANCIAL DISTRICT. At this appealing, intimate wine bar, you'll find a substantial collection of wines, especially those produced by small vintners in northern California. More than 1,200 varieties promise something to please most patrons, from the aficionado to the novice. Flavorful, Continental-styled fare complements the wines, and a handful of beers is available as well. Although the place is only open weekdays, it attracts a steady supply of patrons. Relaxed and decidedly upscale.
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| 1 Nob Hill
San Francisco,
CA
94108
415-616-6916 | | | | | Description: NOB HILL. This elegant lounge, once a penthouse suite, affords amazing, panoramic views from a lofty, 19th-floor perch. Its well-to-do clientele appreciate the place's romantic ambience, along with live entertainment and creative cocktails, especially as they watch San Francisco glow golden in the evening sun. Although Top of the Mark has been around since 1939, its allure never seems to diminish. And with great service and a reputation as a must-visit, the lounge remains ready to deliver many more years of satisfaction.
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| 678 Beach Blanket Babylon Blvd
San Francisco,
CA
94133
415-421-4222 | | | | | Description: NORTH BEACH. Billed as the nation's longest running musical review, Steve Silver's Beach Blanket Babylon performs hilarious spoofs of pop culture with great voices, spectacular costumes, outrageously gigantic hats and a succession of show-stopping numbers. The Golden Gate Bridge on someone's head? But of course. Adults only for evening performances; minors welcome at Sunday matinees.
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| Harry Denton's Starlight Room450 Powell St
San Francisco,
CA
94102
415-395-8595 | | | | | Description: UNION SQUARE. If your taste in nightlife tends towards the classy, dress to impress, and step into the 1930s-era glamour of Harry Denton's. The chic club is known for incredible live music, elegant decor, suited doormen, and a brief, upscale menu. Nightly rhythms are provided (Thursday through Saturday) by the best local swing and jazz artists; earlier in the week, DJs are standard. Since the club sits atop the Drake Hotel, you're sure to get spectacular views of downtown and the bay. And you may just spot some celebrities too!
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