S BAR
Read moreS Bar (Mandalay Bay) welcomes you to a cosy, chic setting. This establishment offers a variety of lounge experiences with copper tones, luxurious drapes, plush seating and a polished black marble bar adorned with iconic artworks by Terry O'Neill, one of the world's most collected photographers. The S Bar offers a few dishes if you're feeling a little hungry, but it's above all the many spirits, cocktails (with a few house specialties) and other wines that will seduce you.
OPM
Read moreThe creators of the excellent show Absinthe - the Spiegeworld company - are responsible for the quirky asteroid that is OPM. What's it all about? The space shuttle OPM73 and its zany crew are drifting between Uranus and Earth. So much for the pitch. For almost 75 minutes, the numbers fly by, punctuated by the groovy, electric music of a talented orchestra and the sexy interventions of a singer who has all the makings of a Cosmic Girl. A fun, rock'n'roll show that's a true declaration of love for SF films and B-movies.
MUSEUM CLUB
Read moreThe Museum Club is an icon in Flagstaff. It was a certain Dean Eldredge, taxidermist, who created this large wooden cabin in 1931. When he died, many of the naturalized animals were sold. Nevertheless, some of them still remain and are still admired by customers. Over the years, this establishment has been bought by music lovers. People come here to have a drink and listen to jazz or country music in a typical American West atmosphere. The establishment is part of the historical sites of the 66.
CAFE DU MONDE
Read moreTwo large brick walls and a high wooden ceiling, where a fan turns, identify this wide space. You'll love yourself in one of the leather chairs to enjoy the break and coffee, or even a pastry. The atmosphere is relaxed, with gentle jazzie music, which invites to a part of chess or a Zen reading.
OAR HOUSE
Read moreThis veritable Ali Baba tavern has a thousand treasures. We could spend hours contemplating unpleasant objects hanging on walls and ceiling. If you have a small creux, you'll have to dare to enter the belly of a big cardboard bear. In the evening, a few nostalgic nostalgic of the legendary Easy Rider in this pub used to be used as a backdrop to the first scenes of the film.
WOLF COFFEE
Read moreSmall coffee where you will find fresh and fresh drinks. Free internet access.
PMB (PUBLIC MARKET BAR)
Read moreIt's the trendy place to get a drink.
AMERICAN CONSERVATORY THEATER
Read moreSan Francisco's premier theater, the American Conservatory Theatre is considered the best theater company in the region. It describes itself as a gathering place for artists and diverse communities in the San Francisco Bay Area. Its mission is to stimulate the artistic life of the region, activate sociological stories, and promote diversity. The company values inclusion, transformation through learning, participation and fun.
TEATRO ZINZANNI (LOVE, CHAOS AND DINNER)
Read moreExperience an unforgettable experience. This show is a mixture of cabaret numbers, theatre scenes, circus arts, music and humour, all accompanying a gourmet dinner of 5 dishes. This is expensive, but it would be missing one of San Francisco's major attractions than not going there.
AUDIUM
Read moreAudium is the place where sound, space and deep immersive experience meet. This "theater of sound" proposes to intensely explore music and the spatial dimension of sound, thanks to a multi diffusion installation. Today, Audium has become a true center for spatial art, which has set itself the goal of amplifying perceptual awareness of the space and sounds that surround our society. It is a canvas for artists, playing with technological and creative boundaries. The pieces proposed are however of uneven quality.
SAN FRANCISCO BALLET
Read moreFounded in 1933, San Francisco Ballet is the oldest ballet company in the United States. Founded in 1933, the company staged the first full American productions of Coppélia (1938) and Swan Lake (1940). Led by Artistic Director and Principal Choreographer Helgi Tomasson, SF Ballet is accompanied by its own orchestra and operates one of the most prestigious ballet schools in the country. It combines classical and avant-garde programming, claiming to be the most adventurous company in America.
THE SALOON
Read moreSaloon would be the oldest bar in San Francisco (1861). Nothing has changed for decades: the population is still predominantly male, beers are still drunk at the counter and folk and country bands play there every night. And every Monday it's the resident band The Bachelors that welcomes you, a most enjoyable blues-rockabilly ensemble! We love the picturesque interior and the atmosphere. The owner will be happy to serve you and tell you his best anecdotes.
CAFFE TRIESTE
Read moreOpened in 1956 by the Giotta family, Caffe Trieste is a must in North Beach. The coffee is roasted on the spot in the purest Italian tradition, it is certainly one of the best espressos in the city. Jack Kerouac and Allan Ginsberg frequented the place in the 60s and it was here that Francis Ford Coppola wrote the script for the movie The Godfather. San Franciscans take Trieste by storm day and night, so try to sit among them to share the Italian atmosphere of the neighborhood!
YOSHI’S JAZZ CLUB
Yoshi's has become one of the most respected jazz venues in the world, in ...Read more
BERKELEY REPERTORY THEATRE
Read moreBerkeley Repertory Theatre is a theater company located in Berkeley. It runs seven productions each season from its two stages in downtown Berkeley. Performances take place during the season, which runs from September to June. Winner of numerous Tony Awards for the best in American theater. A must-see for theater lovers in Berkeley. In addition to being a performance venue, it is a theater school.
SLY MCFLY’S
Read moreEach evening, a different concert takes place in this institution of live music. Locals and tourists are eager to listen to the big and the smaller. A good address.
FOREST THEATER
Read moreIt's the first open-air theater west of the Rockies, since 1910. They regularly organize Films in the Forest, a series of sunset screenings of films in the forest: classics or documentaries, mixing diverse local talent with big-name actors. Improvisational comedies, musicals and jazz-themed dance evenings also take place here in summer. Take a seat among the tall trees, where the lighting is discreet and the sun is setting, and enjoy the show!
RICKSHAW STOP
Read moreFor a concert of indie music in a vintage decor where the red dominates among the
old rickshaws. An establishment frequented by all ages and particularly appreciated by the little rock of San Francisco.
BOURBON & BRANCH
Read moreBourbon & Branch is a cocktail bar. It offers a unique experience, immersing you in the atmosphere of the 1920s, during the Prohibition era. This speakeasy, which operated illegally at this address from 1921 to 1933, transports you back in time with its period decor and atmosphere. Please note that Bourbon & Branch has a few rules to maintain the "speakeasy" atmosphere: it's forbidden to use your cell phone, stand at the bar, ask for a "cosmo", take photos and make noise when leaving the establishment. Cocktail enthusiasts will be delighted to discover the bar's selection of quality spirits, as well as the mixology courses offered at the Drinks Academy.
ZAM ZAM
Read moreHere is a bar as we like them, in the heart of Haight. Discreet entrance that opens on a sea of red around a horseshoe-shaped bar. The decoration is old-fashioned but funny, a surprising mix of old Persian fresco and American style juke-box from the 1950's very well supplied with old school sounds. Finally, a relaxed atmosphere perfect to have a cocktail, then another one and to mingle quite naturally with the regulars of the house... Bonus: a real old school jukebox full of good old pop/rock classics!
TOSCA CAFE
Read moreOther North Beach institution, Tosca Café is a old school bar with white catering, jukeboxes and retro cocktails. Apparently Sean Penn is a habit when he is in San Francisco, just like Coppola. A history-steeped establishment that would imagine being the headquarters of the North Beach mafia.
TOP OF THE MARK
Read moreA must in San Francisco with an extraordinary panoramic view of the city! On the 19th floor of the sumptuous Mark Hopkins Hotel (Intercontinental), 100 martini-based cocktails, with a jazz and blues concert background. On Sundays, an excellent brunch with champagne and music (prices are also high). This is where the wives of the sailors of the Pacific fleet used to come to see the departure of the ships in the bay when they were leaving for the war against Japan. Today, it is a famous place for marriage proposals.
GREAT AMERICAN MUSIC HALL
Read moreThis 1907 cabaret, a former brothel converted into a concert hall, is sumptuous with its tiers decorated with moldings. Throughout its history, it has hosted all the big names: from Van Morrison to Duke Ellington, including the mythical Grateful Dead, the emblematic group of San Francisco hippies. And, of course, many local rock bands. Be sure to check out the lineup beforehand, as many of the concerts are sold out!
CAFÉ DU NORD
Read moreThis speakeasy opened in 1907, and has built a reputation throughout the last century as a must-see place for any night owl worth his salt in California. Renovated in 2015, it has a new look, while keeping a 1920's touch on the decoration side, thanks to a very nice dark wood bar, and decorations marked between the two wars. The eclectic program allows to gather a crowd of amateurs of soft music like jazz and folk. The dishes proposed on the restaurant's menu are classic and successful, enough to make a good dinner.
THE BOTTOM OF THE HILL
Read moreLocated in the middle of nowhere, Bottom of the Hill is nonetheless a must for live music fans, who flock here every night to discover the new talent the owners have unearthed. In the past, the venue won the Readers' Poll Best of The Bay award for best rock venue for decades. Today, you'll hear everything from ska and hip-hop to rock and indie. Check out their website and you're sure to find music to your ears.
DNA LOUNGE
Read moreOne of San Francisco's biggest nightclubs, it's been around for decades and still holds its own in the city's nightlife scene. The music at this club is eclectic enough to appeal to all ages of night owls. Lots of themed evenings, including burlesque shows, live music evenings, DJs... The venue is huge: two stages, seven dancefloors... enough to change the mood. Keep up to date with the website if you don't want to find yourself in the middle of a fetish party!
LONE PALM BAR
Read moreThis small facility with a soapweed bar is actually one of the typical places of night at Mission. A young and artist, a relaxed relaxed atmosphere, old black and white films on old televisions and it's the mission underground that reappears. Happy hour from 16 am to 18 pm.
CHURCH STREET CAFÉ
Read moreA charming little café where the local surfers come to enjoy the free Wi-Fi, with roasted coffee on site.
CAFFE CAPRICCIO
Read moreThe red window of this lovely café houses a few tables on the terrace where you can enjoy a drink in the afternoon. Just a short distance away from the Bandwidth streets of North Beach, Caffè Capriccio offers calm and quiet in the area. Free Wi-Fi.
LASZLO BAR
Read moreAdjacent to the Foreign Cinema restaurant (see «Dining» in San Francisco), Laszlo Bar welcomes a different DJ every evening. A young and trendy atmosphere in a chic industrial setting. On the mezzanine, small tables and chairs ideal to take a look at the manga projections that move on the bottom wall.
BUBBLE LOUNGE
Read moreChampagne lovers are here for a sparkling evening in an intimate and chic setting. More than 30 vintages served by glass, bottle or cocktails. A young and trendy atmosphere is not too late on the weekend because the tail is long.
SAMOVAR TEA LOUNGE
Read moreThis tea salon will delight amateurs caffeine in the area. A quiet establishment, slightly far away from the go-ahead on Castro. There are all kinds of delicious teas. A little expensive, however.
ROYAL GROUND COFFEE
Read morePopular coffee on Fillmore, Royal Ground Coffee serves as a café in the corner. It takes a few hours to surf the Internet (free) and take a quick break before continuing the day.
ESPRESSO ROMA CAFE
Read moreTables on Greek kitsch columns, used books in free access and service very charming (even charming) are the lot of this cafe in full Marina. Many rooms come with free Wi-Fi around a cup of Chai Latte.
THEATRE RHINOCEROS
Read moreFounded in 1977, he is the oldest theatre troupe in the country to showcase gay and lesbian authors'pieces, addressing the problems of the LGBT community. This is how the— was the first American theatre to talk about the AIDS epidemic in the early 1980 s.
BRAVA THEATER CENTER
Read moreBrava for Women in the Arts: This is the full title of this arts centre that promotes the art of lesbian and colour women. In theatre, authors'pieces are staged and played by a troupe of women, whether homosexual or not.
ORPHEUM THEATRE
Read moreThis listed theater opened in 1926 and is part of the family of theaters designed by architect B. Marcus Priteca for the owner Alexander Pantages. The interior features a vaulted ceiling, while the façade is in the Spanish late Gothic style. It originally hosted vaudevilles. Then a $20 million renovation was completed in 1998 to allow it to host Broadway musicals in the best conditions. 2,197 spectators can be seated there.
THE MAGIC THEATRE
Read moreTheatre known for its experimental parts and theatrical performances. Located in the Fort Mason Center, you will enjoy breathtaking views of the Bay, Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge. Two Pulitzer prizes have crowned the Magic coins.
LORRAINE HANSBERRY THEATRE
Read moreFounded in 1981, the Lorraine Hansberry Theatre company stages plays by African-American authors. The theater's programming includes shows that introduce African-American and African literature, as well as the great icons of black music. It has survived many crises, starting with the decline of the African-American community, which now represents only 6% of the population of San Francisco.
INTERSECTION FOR THE ARTS
Read moreThe Art Centre, which includes a gallery, a literary lounge and a jazz room, Intersection for the Arts is also a theatre. The resident troupe Campo Santo plays pieces that try to illustrate and respond to the problems of the local community, often Hispanic.
GOLDEN GATE THEATRE
Read moreThe Golden Gate Theatre is an entertainment venue located at 1 Taylor Street at the corner of Golden Gate Avenue. It opened in 1922 as a vaudeville house and later as a large movie theater. In the 1960s it had a Cinerama screen, but by the early 1970s it had declined and was only showing blaxploitation films. It was restored and reopened as a theater in 1979. Today, this charmingly old-fashioned building hosts spectacular musicals from Broadway.
CURRAN THEATRE
Read moreOpened in 1922, the Curran Theatre is one of San Francisco's largest theaters, having been able to accommodate 1,600 patrons since renovations in 2017. It plays the best Broadway shows, and you have to book months in advance if you want to secure a seat. Right now, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is playing and it's a great show! Before each performance, you can also participate in the ticket lottery for US$ 29 - a certain quota is set aside for the lucky ones!
ROXIE THEATRE
Read moreOld films and documentaries for this mission cinema where many film festivals are held.
LUMIERE THEATRE
Read moreIndependent films, foreign films and documentaries are regularly displayed in the Light, a renowned art and test cinema in San Francisco since 1967.
WAR MEMORIAL OPERA HOUSE
Read moreFounded in 1923, the San Francisco Opera is home to the city's opera and ballet. The season runs from September to June and the program is very rich. The architect Arthur Brown Jr, a former student of the Beaux Arts in Paris, designed not only the War Memorial Opera House, whose foundation stone was laid in 1931, but also City Hall, the famous Coit Tower, the Veterans Building, Temple Emmanuel, and the Federal Office Building. His acoustics were greatly improved in 1980.
HERMOSA BEACH COMMUNITY THEATRE
Read moreA small theater of 500 places, where local companies or theater schools are given. Musicals like vaudeville: The Hermosa Beach Community Theater is close to a concert café.
CAFE VAN KLEEF
Read moreIt will take you dozens of minutes to detail the unlikely décor of this cocktail bar "in its juice". A place with character like few others in the Bay Area, where shops are becoming increasingly standardized. This bric-a-brac of memorabilia and statuettes of all kinds claims to be artistic, but is in fact a cross between kitsch and pop culture. It's funny and almost surreal. The clientele is relaxed and good-natured. Sit at the bar and make friends with your neighbor. Live concerts on weekends.