Best Restaurants with Dancing in Downtown / Union Square

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AmericanSteakhouseSeafoodMexicanTapas / Small PlatesGrill

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MarinPeninsulaSan Francisco

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ChinatownCivic Center / Hayes Valley / Van NessFinancial District / EmbarcaderoFisherman's WharfMill ValleyMission District

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All dining options

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15 restaurants available nearby

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1. Dancing Yak

4.8

Exceptional(443)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southeast Asian • Mission District

Booked 20 times today

Join us for our exciting taste that is a mix of traditional and contemporary. Open since 2018, Dancing Yak has quickly become a favorite spot among locals and travelers alike. On review sites from Yelp and TripAdvisor to OpenTable, patrons give Dancing Yak an average rating of between four and five stars. Dancing Yak is perfect for anything from a delightful casual lunch to an elegant special occasion. We welcome you for lunch, dinner and craft cocktails Monday through Sundays. Namaste!

2. Base Camp

4.8

Exceptional(294)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Mission District

Booked 16 times today

At Base Camp we aim to keep your taste buds tingling by inviting you join us and enjoy the blend of unique spices from the land of high mountains, fresh California produce and warm Nepali hospitality.

3. Top of the Mark

4.6

Exceptional(891)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Nob Hill

Booked 30 times today

Number 1 in California and San Francisco, and 2nd in the nation on USAToday's 10 Best Hotel Bars.Nestled on the 19th floor of the historic InterContinental Mark Hopkins, Top of the Mark's breathtaking panoramic views of San Francisco's skyline and iconic landmarks, including the majestic Golden Gate Bridge, the enigmatic Alcatraz, Union Square, and more, will leave you spellbound. Sip on our signature cocktails as you soak in the atmosphere of timeless sophistication. Our appetizer and dessert selection will tantalize your taste buds, with options that complement our cocktails perfectly. What's more, we offer live entertainment each Saturday evening, where you can let the music move you on the dance floor.Join us at San Francisco's legendary sky lounge, the Top of the Mark, for a night filled with unforgettable moments, where every sip, bite, and dance move is a journey into the extraordinary.

4. Starlite

4.6

Exceptional(221)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 37 times today

Starlite is a historic San Francisco cocktail bar with nearly a century of vibrant stories. Renowned for hosting lively parties and attracting iconic figures like Alan Ginsberg, Starlite invites guests to the Beacon Grand’s 21st-floor, featuring refreshed interiors by San Francisco designer Alice Crumeyrolle. The atmosphere is set with rich velvet fabrics and a jewel-tone palette inspired by the Art Deco Era, paying homage to the city’s icons. Crafted by Scott Baird of Trick Dog fame, the cocktails are both playful and meticulously made. Michelin-award-winning chef Johnny Spero curates a menu that celebrates San Francisco’s culinary artistry, drawing inspiration from international fare. Enhancing the experience are nightly, all-vinyl DJ sets by music director Nina Tarr.

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5. Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San Francisco

4.3

Awesome(2064)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Nob Hill

Booked 33 times today

Located at the iconic Fairmont San Francisco hotel, Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar has delighted guests with its tropical décor, decadent libations and Polynesian-fusion cuisine since 1945.

6. Shelby's Rooftop

4.4

Awesome(364)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • SOMA

Booked 45 times today

Experience an elevated evening at Shelby's Rooftop, perched high above 4th street in downtown San Francisco. Relish in delectable drinks, small bites, and breathtaking views. Shelby's Rooftop combines a seductive ambiance with a contemporary-chic atmosphere, creating a distinctive San Francisco rooftop lounge. Whether dining indoors or outdoors, savor the mouthwatering shared plates, expertly-crafted cocktails, and panoramic city views.All ages are welcome when our kitchen is open, until 11pm every day. After that, our bar remains open until closing for adults 21+For parties larger than 10 and private bookings, please contact us directly to book.

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7. Mr. Tipple’s Jazz Club

4.8

Exceptional(936)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Booked 42 times today

***Best Jazz Club in the City, by San Francisco Magazine***Mr. Tipple’s is a craft cocktail bar featuring live jazz.-Reservations have a 90min time limit from reservation time. There is a $20/guest min for table serviceMr. Tipple’s heralds back to a 1950s NYC basement. Cozy. Dark. Boozy. The intimate setting features local jazz artists up close and personal. It’s a joint where you come as you are, hear great music, tap your toes, and sip a properly chilled cocktail.-My name is Mr. Tipple. Just a simple and laughable bloke hailing from London. I run a recording studio. My friends joke that you’ll oft find me spinning cocktails, not reeling tape. After a few too many, I usually just sit back and enjoy the music, having forgotten to hit record. Regardless, the band is always jiving, the whiskey is always cold, and we’re having a smashing good time.

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8. STK - San Francisco

4.1

Excellent(1428)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Financial District / Embarcadero

Booked 56 times today

STK Steakhouse is “not your daddy’s steakhouse,” offering a high-energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse with a Vibe Dining atmosphere unlike any other. Delectable cuisine, upscale cocktails and an elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic décor, all come together to offer a memorable fine dining experience that keeps guests enjoying their evening from drinks to dinner to late night. STK’s menu features reimagined classic American cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner with unique local flair infused into each location’s menu. The brand’s beef program focuses on the highest quality, delicious and craveable steaks while emphasizing transparency and traceable sourcing practices.

9. Trace

4.7

Exceptional(956)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • SOMA

Booked 6 times today

Savor farm-to-table American fare inside of the W San Francisco at TRACE. Enjoy thoughtful dishes made from locally sourced and sustainable ingredients.

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10. Hard Rock Cafe - San Francisco

4.1

Excellent(916)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Fisherman's Wharf

Booked 14 times today

Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.

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TimothyVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Absolutely love The Tonga. Great service. Excellent band. Fantastic cocktails. Good food. Truly unique and extremely cool place. The only downside is that it is really overpriced, even by SF standards. However, would I overpay again? In a minute. It’s just too much fun.
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Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar - Fairmont San FranciscoPrice: Expensive• Asian• Nob Hill
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4.3
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Courtney
Indiana •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Wonderful friendly service with fantastic cocktails and nibbles and a great view of the city. Loved our meal and drinks and will definitely come again. The staff were personable and made great recommendations.
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StarlitePrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• Financial District / Embarcadero
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4.6
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Aimee
Los Angeles •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Celebrating a wedding - had an outstanding table, view, and service. Would easily come back again for very professional service.
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Top of the MarkPrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Nob Hill
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4.6
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Jeremy
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 25, 2025
Incredible flavors and great setting for a business lunch.
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Dancing YakPrice: Moderate• Southeast Asian• Mission District
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4.8
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Michael
San Diego •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 22, 2025
Every dish I've had across 3 visits to this restaurant has been outstanding. Staff are friendly and attentive and the atmosphere is vibing.
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Base CampPrice: Moderate• Asian• Mission District
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4.8

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