San Francisco's Best Dance Club

An NYC vibe with VIP touches permeates this slick, industrial mega-club in SoMa.

Reviews:

• “Mainstream Club, Very Cool, and yes, we want the door guys to do their job”
• “Great gigs at a bad venue”
• “Aggressive Security”
• “a great place that could be even better”
• “beautiful people, so much fun”

Tips: The California Homegrown Music series takes place on the first Wednesday of the month and features up-and-coming local musicians.

Mezzanine or email Mezzanine

Exclusive mid-sized club pays homage to the working girls of the promiscuous Gold Rush era.

Reviews:

• “The WORST – Stay AWAY! "
• “WOW, Great non mainstream Music!!!”
• “Avoid”
• “Exceeded my expectations”
• “VIP or stand all night…”

Tips: There’s often a line outside on weekends, but ladies usually don’t have to wait for too long. Guys are best advised not to travel in same-sex packs—the door staff, while polite and professional, are unlikely to allow large groups of guys in together.

Harlot

Clubby lounge located beneath the downtown streets.

Reviews:

• “the hot spot”
• “The spot! Where everyone knows your name! "
• “Trashy!”
• “Seriously???”
• “Private parties that makes sense!”

Tips: A cover charge may be enforced (typically Thu-Sat after 10pm).

The Cellar or email The Cellar

A Miami-inspired hot spot offering New York City prices and L.A. eye candy.

Reviews:

• “hmmm no”
• “wow…..”
• “Craziest night ever”
• “Fun Club”
• “Great atmosphere”

Tips: A VIP table reservation means no waiting in line and no entry fee for up to four guests with each bottle purchase.

Suite one8one or email Suite one8one

Diamond of a club surrounded by the rough.

Tips: Bar is cash only.

Mighty

A hip lounge-club pioneer in SoMa’s gentrified Sixth Street corridor.

Reviews:

• “IT WAS GOOD”
• “THE CLUBBBB!!!”
• “Best SF’s underground club!”
• “Best "
• “Best Nights at Six”

Tips: Despite several hip clubs, this block of Sixth Street remains one of the city’s seediest.

Club Six or email Club Six

A motley crowd and illustrious patio make this legendary after-hours spot a SoMa favorite.

Reviews:

• “The EndUp Has Lost A Fan: Money Changes Everything”
• “super soulful”
• “Best late night/early morning night life”
• “Its Where You Endup”
• “Family”

Tips: There is no such thing as inappropriate dress. Everything from Prada to Halloween costumes are welcome.

EndUp or email EndUp

An after-hours SoMa club with industrial-chic decor and high-tech undertones.

Reviews:

• “Hot chicks”
• “Pop Roxx every 4th Saturday of the Month”
• “Quite a conundrum, this place.”
• “Rude bouncers”
• “Nice!!!”

Tips: Most shows are broadcast over the Internet and some are archived. Check out the website for the latest.

DNA Lounge

A polished crowd flocks to this downtown palace for its fusion of clubby and loungey atmospheres.

Reviews:

• “Pleased with every aspect.”
• “Party,Party,Party! We love this place!”
• “Amazing CLUB!!!”
• “Great Club in SF!”
• “DON’T BUY TICKETS EVER!!!”

Tips: Friday and Saturday nights, pay $340 for a booth reservation. Perks: $200 worth of drinks, $40 prepaid gratuity, and entry without waiting behind the velvet rope.

Ruby Skye or email Ruby Skye

A glamorous downtown space where the flashy clientele glows as brightly as the neon floor.

Reviews:

• “AVOID FLUID waste of money”
• “This club is horrible!”
• “Bouncers are so rude!”
• “best lemon drops ever!!!”
• “save your time go to another club.”

Tips: On most nights, patrons can reserve a VIP table that includes a personal server and free entry for up to six guests. Prices vary on special event nights, so contact the VIP hostest at (415) 370-1804 for the most accurate price quote.

Fluid Ultra Lounge

Salsa dancers split time with club partiers at this indoor-outdoor venue.

Reviews:

• “Nice place "
• “Simply the Best Club in San Francisco”
• “I love this club”
• “Low on pretense!?!”
• “The Best Salsa Club in SF”

Tips: For salsa nights, don’t show up in jeans and a T-shirt. “Classy” attire is required.

Cafe Cocomo or email Cafe Cocomo