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Blue Light

Bar

#9 of 174 Bar venues in San Francisco
#3 of 145 Minimum Spend venues in San Francisco
  9 reviews  â€“ 
1851 and 1979 Union Street Union Street, San Francisco, CA 94123 –
Union Street, San Francisco, CA
From $200
min. spend
Up to 40
seats
Up to 75
standing
Venue offers catering
American
cuisine
Parking available
Manager's avatar
Johnny Metheny
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Response time: Within 2 hours
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Excellent communication - 5/5
32 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 5. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
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Venue overview

Classic sports bar on Union Street with a 45-foot mahogany bar, 19 HD screens, and standout BBQ dishes. Great for casual parties, game nights, or DJ-hosted gatherings with your own music.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at Blue Light

Private Front Reception Area at Blue Light

Private Front Reception Area
Lounge
·
Private space
25 seats
60 standing
The Private Front Reception Area is a lounge in Blue Light that functions as a compact, semi-private front room with an intimate layout and flexible seating near the venue entrance. Design: The room presents low ceilings, exposed brick and dark wood floors, with a built-in banquette and loose chairs arranged around small tables. Colored LED string...
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $200 minimum spend
Enquire now
Bar and Restaurant at Blue Light

Bar and Restaurant
Event Space
·
Private space
40 seats
75 standing
Bar and Restaurant is an event space within Blue Light and features a long mahogany bar. Design: The interior pairs patterned tile flooring and low, warm lighting with casual counter seating and sports-themed wall graphics. The room follows a compact, linear layout that keeps the service area central and visible from most positions. Features: The...
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $500 minimum spend
Enquire now
Billiard Room at Blue Light

Billiard Room
Function Room
·
Private space
20 seats
30 standing
Billiard Room, a Function Room in Blue Light, is a compact, game-focused private area centered on casual socialising and group viewing. Design: The space has exposed brick walls, low ceilings and warm-colored lighting. The layout is compact, with bench seating along the walls, mirrors that broaden sightlines and a central table that anchors activi...
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am
Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from $500 minimum spend
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

4.6
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
3.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
5.0
Communication
5.0

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

JK
Joel K.
Verified review
Party · 25 guests · July 2023 · Billiard Room

This is a great place for a very casual party! Johnny is just delightful and helpful. They did a fantastic job, even decorating the area with "Happy Birthday" signs and ribbons. The food is REALLY GOOD for a traditional "bar menu". Terrific. And a real "fixture" longstanding in the community. Happy to support something other than a chain restaurant!

Place is definitely not "elegant". Kind of a little bit of a dive bar, but very warm and welcoming. Not at all unhappy....it's exactly what I was looking for. Thanks Johnny!

4.6
JK
Joel K.
Verified review
Excellent communication

Johnny was simply fabulous. Nicest guy, and very service oriented. Would highly recommend!

5.0
AH
Alexis H.
Verified review
Excellent communication

Excited, quick to respond, and clear communication.

5.0
LB
Ä°lke B.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
10:00 am – 1:30 am
from $200–$500 min. spend
Bar and Restaurant
10:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $500 min. spend
Billiard Room
10:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $500 min. spend
Private Front Reception Area
11:30 am – 1:30 am
from $200 min. spend
Monday
5:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $200 min. spend
Private Front Reception Area
5:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $200 min. spend
Tuesday
5:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $200–$500 min. spend
Bar and Restaurant
5:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Billiard Room
5:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Private Front Reception Area
5:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $200 min. spend
Wednesday
5:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $200–$500 min. spend
Bar and Restaurant
5:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Billiard Room
5:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Private Front Reception Area
5:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $200 min. spend
Thursday
5:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $200–$500 min. spend
Bar and Restaurant
5:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Billiard Room
5:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Private Front Reception Area
5:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $200 min. spend
Friday
2:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $200–$500 min. spend
Bar and Restaurant
2:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Billiard Room
2:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Private Front Reception Area
3:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $200 min. spend
Saturday
9:00 am – 2:00 am
from $200–$500 min. spend
Bar and Restaurant
9:00 am – 2:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Billiard Room
9:00 am – 2:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Private Front Reception Area
11:30 am – 1:30 am
from $200 min. spend

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 75
standing
Up to 40
seats
In-house catering
American
cuisine
Parking available
Accommodation available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Blue Light

Blue Light is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Step into The Blue Light and experience the charm of a San Francisco institution. For over 30 years, our Union Street location has been a beloved gathering spot in the historic Cow Hollow neighborhood. Whether you're a local or a visitor, our welcoming atmosphere will make you feel right at home.

Indulge in mouthwatering BBQ while enjoying the lively ambiance of our establishment. Take a seat at our impressive 45-foot Mahogany bar, or find a cozy spot at one of our tables. Sports enthusiasts will be thrilled by our 19 HD flat screens, perfect for cheering on your favorite team. We also feature a 60 seat outdoor front parklet for any type of event there is interest. At The Blue Light, we pride ourselves on treating our customers like family, ensuring that everyone feels like they have a place at our table.

Trinity Irish Bar and Restaurant
Established in 2023, Trinity Irish Bar & Restaurant is the first traditional Irish Bar & cuisine spot in San Francisco's Marina district. Hosting live music and entertainment, our multi-use space features two full bars, an outdoor rooftop event space and a fully fledge dance floor with live DJ's every weekend. Our delicious dinner & brunch menus feature a unique blend of traditional Irish dishes with a modern twist. With screens for all sports fans including live Irish, British & European games. Soccer, Rugby, Gaelic Football & Hurling.

FAQ

Yes, you can add DJs and play your own music.

At Blue Light, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Blue Light:

  • Bar and Restaurant hosting 26 guests: $328.80
  • Billiard Room hosting 22 guests: $450
  • Private Front Reception Area hosting 30 guests: $550

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Blue Light is located at 1851 and 1979 Union Street Union Street, in Union Street, San Francisco, CA.

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