Suggestions for Performing Arts Venue near San Francisco

Susan L. • July 29, 2011One of the most unique places in the hood. They have small intimate concerts for only about 25 people. Nothing compares.

Ali U. • February 17, 2017Such a great, intimate, music venue!

Tyler B. • February 9, 2014Wonderful theater. Small, intimate, and not a bad seat in the house.

Ben R. • April 16, 2012Pay attention to what's happening here, because it's a great place to hang out.

Brian • October 22, 2010Great mellow place to enjoy a coffee without too much noise.

David H. • July 27, 2017Awesome selection - curated AND well stocked.

Volary • December 30, 2012A great space for artists and musicians

Elvira • November 12, 2013Catching a show? Get there early and try their amazing flatbreads, fries or meatballs. The food is amazing and the staff is beyond friendly and helpful. I love this place!

T S. • January 12, 2015Thought I walked into Karl the Fog on friday night. Smoke machine filled room, smaller space than you think. Cool projector. Felt like this was a place to go for trippin'. Cover $5

Leslie • September 18, 2016Really knowledgable teachers who are nice and make classes fun and approachable! A friendly place.

Ellen M. • September 28, 2015Super cute theater! Loved the organ.

Amanda G. • December 21, 2013Lots of great programming covering a variety of genres in the indie realm. Take it from me- I'm not only the founder, but I'm also a DJ!

Karolis K. • February 15, 2014Great venue. Grab first row seats and you'll be swept away by the dancers into a magic land

Kristin R. • December 10, 2009The Victoria always has great films, plays, and even musicals! Love this venue.

SFist • July 22, 2016The grand, homey patio at El Rio is home to one of the biggest monthly dance parties in town. Their Margaritas and Palomas are good and strong, they sell $2 Tecates, and the bartenders are cool.

Jenny • May 22, 2013Solo Sundays--fabulous productions. Funny and poignant and all those things you want in a performance. You won't regret going.

Chloe C. • January 17, 2016Cool venue with lots of wood!

TK-421 • November 21, 2019Check out Malderor’s Curated Catastrophe, Sundays 2-4PM. Witty banter with punk, metal, and lots of other cool shit.

Xian X. • August 12, 2011Great music! $4 pints, booths, high ceilings and a great mellow vibe

Julie K. • June 15, 2011Great neighborhood bar with very nice bartenders. Just be warned that if you're ordering food, make sure you have a lot of time on your hands! Burger and calamari are great!

California Girl • September 29, 2019Great for #datenight and #livemusic. Have been coming here since way back in the day. Check it ✔️ #californiagirl

Melisa M. • July 15, 2016Staff is great, you learn a lot in the classes and they have great prices.