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Top Stand-Up Comedy Venues in San Francisco, CA
If you’re looking for stand-up comedy venues in San Francisco, we’ve lined up the best of them. From the days of Lenny Bruce and Robin Williams to today’s edgy up-and-comers, this city has always made room for bold punchlines and clever comebacks. Whether it's a dimly lit basement in the Mission, a vintage theatre near Union Square, or a quirky cafe in the Haight with a mic and a crowd, there's a space here for every kind of show. Perfect for open mics, comedy nights, or full-on festivals—these venues are ready for laughs. Good acoustics, intimate seating, and that unmistakable Bay Area charm makes these spots the best setting for your comedy gig! Browse today.
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![ELIXIR Bar and Parklet at Elixir in Mission Dolores, San Francisco, CA]()
from $326
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityELIXIR Bar and Parklet
45 guestsElixirMission Dolores, San Francisco, CAKKatie M.
“I highly recommend this venue to anyone looking to rent a space for an event.” -
![Tiki Bar for events at The Bamboo Hut in North Beach, San Francisco, CA]()
from $750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTiki Bar for events
50 guestsThe Bamboo HutNorth Beach, San Francisco, CA
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“I loved being allowed to play my own music and bring my own food, which really personalized the celebration.” -
![East Wing at The Academy in Mission Dolores, San Francisco, CA]()
from $500
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEast Wing
60 guestsThe AcademyMission Dolores, San Francisco, CABBrian H.
“Centrally located in the Castro. The bartender we had did a great job. Overall would absolutely rent again” -
![Outdoor Garden Terrace at The Academy in Mission Dolores, San Francisco, CA]()
from $450
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityOutdoor Garden Terrace
25 guestsThe AcademyMission Dolores, San Francisco, CACChristopher G.
“Team was easy to work with and very flexible on picking the optimal space” -
![Entire Venue at Upcider in Downtown San Francisco, CA]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
80 guestsUpciderDowntown San Francisco, CAUpcider is a cider house-gastropub in San Francisco. We offer an immense variety of ciders from around the world. Our venue features a unique decor, and can accommodate up to 80 guests for seated reception. -
![Main Hall at The Melody of San Francisco in Russian Hill, San Francisco, CA]()
from $350
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMain Hall
200 guestsThe Melody of San FranciscoRussian Hill, San Francisco, CA906 World is a historic church repurposed as a ready-to-use event venue suitable for receptions, weddings, meetings, conferences, performances, and gatherings. -
![MCM Private Lounge at Kilowatt in Mission Dolores, San Francisco, CA]()
from $1100
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityMCM Private Lounge
50 guestsKilowattMission Dolores, San Francisco, CAOur 2nd floor offers an electric mid-century lounge with antique furniture from the 50s and 60s as well as a full bar custom built for the space. The room is equipped with a '60s HiFi sound system mounted to the ceiling with -
![Outlaw Room at Barbarossa Lounge in North Beach, San Francisco, CA]()
from $500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityOutlaw Room
125 guestsBarbarossa LoungeNorth Beach, San Francisco, CAThe Outlaw room is a private room in the lower floor. The setup is very exclusive and includes a full private bar with a dedicated bartender, DJ equipment, full sound system. -
![Entire Venue at Lion's Den Lounge and Bar in Chinatown, San Francisco, CA]()
from $125
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
95 guestsLion's Den Lounge and BarChinatown, San Francisco, CAOur venue is great for parties, events, networking and more. Please reach out if you have any questions or are interested. We look forward to working with you and hosting your next meeting booking! -
![Entire Venue at Mars Bar Restaurant in South of Market (SOMA), San Francisco, CA]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
75 guestsMars Bar RestaurantSouth of Market (SOMA), San Francisco, CAOur entire space is available for exclusive rental on a Saturday. That gives you the bar area, the back room, the outside patios, and the kitchen. For up to 200 people. -
![Full Bar at Shovels Bar & Grill in Tenderloin, San Francisco, CA]()
from $960
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Bar
50 guestsShovels Bar & GrillTenderloin, San Francisco, CAShovels Cocktail and Whiskey Lounge is a tribute to San Francisco’s history as a gold mining town, a cocktail capital, and a whiskey city. Our shovel is an icon for an important tool of a prospector. -
![Entire Venue at Potrero Stage in Potrero Hills, San Francisco, CA]()
from $1000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
99 guestsPotrero StagePotrero Hills, San Francisco, CAWelcome to Potrero Stage, a versatile and welcoming space where creativity takes center stage. The audience capacity ranges from 82 to 99 seats, allowing for flexibility in configuration to suit your event's unique needs.
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FAQs about Top Stand-Up Comedy Venues in San Francisco, CA
In San Francisco, prices of stand-up comedy venues average $400 hire fee per hour. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in San Francisco, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $300 | to $560 | hire fee per hour |
| From $1750 | to $3500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $2500 | to $12500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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East Wing at The Academy in Mission Dolores - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The bartender we had did a great job. Overall would absolutely rent again...’ -
Outlaw Room at Barbarossa Lounge in North Beach - rated 4.9/5
Venue said: The room is easy to access and it's ideal for groups of up to 125 guests. There is banquet seating and plenty of standing room for large gatherings. -
The Lounge at Chambers at the Phoenix in Tenderloin - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Our group enjoyed the event and venue. Personalized cocktail menu was a great touch. Highly recommend.’
You'll find stand-up comedy venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in San Francisco, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small stand-up comedy venues | up to 100 guests | prices average $326 hire fee per hour |
| Medium stand-up comedy venues | between 120 and 200 guests | prices average $325 hire fee per hour |
| Large stand-up comedy venues | over 245 guests | prices average $6000 minimum spend per event |
Most comedy venues include basic AV setups — think microphones, stage lighting, and in some cases, a PA system. For example, 7 Social SF in Union Square and Kilowatt in Mission Dolores typically provide staging or tech support, though it’s worth checking with each venue about what’s included in the fee.
If you're planning a weekend or headline event, it’s smart to book at least 2–3 months ahead. Popular venues like Bottom of the Hill and The Great American Music Hall get snapped up fast, especially for Friday and Saturday nights. For weeknight events or recurring open mics, some smaller venues may have availability with just a few weeks' notice.
