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Kilowatt

Bar

#9 of 266 Event Space venues in San Francisco
#5 of 233 30th Birthday Party venues in San Francisco
  3 reviews  – 
3160 16th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 –
Mission Dolores, San Francisco, CA
From $100
hire fee + min. spend
Up to 50
seats
Up to 300
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
Parking available
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Venue overview

Lively neighborhood bar and music venue in San Francisco, known for its pool tables, darts, and elevated casual vibe. Ideal for parties with a dance floor, live music, or your own DJ setup.

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

Spaces for hire at Kilowatt

MCM Private Lounge at Kilowatt

MCM Private Lounge
Lounge
·
Private space
50 seats
50 standing
MCM Private Lounge is a Lounge in Kilowatt defined by its mid-century modern interiors and high ceilings. Design: The MCM Private Lounge pairs warm wood floors and high ceilings with red drapery, vintage pendant lighting and period furniture for a compact mid-century modern look. Features: The lounge includes in-room Wi‑Fi, tall windows that admi...
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $1100 minimum spend
Enquire now
Bar/Venue & Private Lounge at Kilowatt

Bar/Venue & Private Lounge
Bar
·
Whole venue
30 seats
300 standing
With our authentic vintage décor, iconic music memorabilia from the archives of our past, and a stage ready for live performances, your event is sure to impress your guests. This listing offers the first-floor bar as well as the lounge space upstairs: our newly renovated event space for all types of gatherings. Bring in catering of your choice o...
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $6600 minimum spend
Enquire now
Bar + Music Venue at Kilowatt

Bar + Music Venue
Event Space
·
Private space
30 seats
250 standing
Bar + Music Venue is an Event Space in Kilowatt serving as the venue's live-music bar area. Design: The room is low-ceilinged and relatively narrow, with a raised performance end, walls covered in posters and dim coloured stage lighting that centres sightlines on the band; exposed fixtures and hanging string lights create an informal club layout. ...
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $5400 minimum spend
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

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.

TP
Terry P.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
DP
Dartagnan P.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
CL
Charlene L.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $100 hire fee + min. spend
Bar + Music Venue
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $500 hire fee + min. spend
MCM Private Lounge
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $100 hire fee + min. spend
Bar/Venue & Private Lounge
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 hire fee + min. spend
Monday
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $100 hire fee + min. spend
Bar + Music Venue
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $400 hire fee + min. spend
MCM Private Lounge
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $100 hire fee + min. spend
Bar/Venue & Private Lounge
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 hire fee + min. spend
Tuesday
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $100 hire fee + min. spend
Bar + Music Venue
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $400 hire fee + min. spend
MCM Private Lounge
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $100 hire fee + min. spend
Bar/Venue & Private Lounge
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 hire fee + min. spend
Wednesday
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $100 hire fee + min. spend
Bar + Music Venue
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $400 hire fee + min. spend
MCM Private Lounge
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $100 hire fee + min. spend
Bar/Venue & Private Lounge
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 hire fee + min. spend
Thursday
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $100 hire fee + min. spend
Bar + Music Venue
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $400 hire fee + min. spend
MCM Private Lounge
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $100 hire fee + min. spend
Bar/Venue & Private Lounge
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 hire fee + min. spend
Friday
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $100 hire fee + min. spend
Bar + Music Venue
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $500 hire fee + min. spend
MCM Private Lounge
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $100 hire fee + min. spend
Bar/Venue & Private Lounge
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 hire fee + min. spend
Saturday
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $100 hire fee + min. spend
Bar + Music Venue
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $500 hire fee + min. spend
MCM Private Lounge
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $100 hire fee + min. spend
Bar/Venue & Private Lounge
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 hire fee + 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 300
standing
Up to 50
seats
External catering allowed
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: In-house catering
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Kilowatt

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

Located in a historic San Francisco firehouse, Kilowatt gives a nostalgic nod to time-honored rock 'n' roll with a modern edge, making it the perfect backdrop for any occasion that demands energy and style.

Our stage has hosted legendary punk/indie artists such as Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day, Pavement, Neutral Milk Hotel, Jawbreaker, Pussy Riot, and many more.

Bring in catering of your choice or park a food truck out front!

Whether you're hosting your karaoke birthday bash, a corporate event, or a live music night, our flexibility adapts to suit your needs.

Extra amenities like tables, seating and projector screens can be provided upon request.

Embellish our space with your personal touch: Decorations are encouraged.

FAQ

Yes, a water station is provided at the bar free of charge.

Yes, external DJs and their equipment are allowed; additional equipment can be rented from the venue.

Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.

At Kilowatt, the following catering options are available:

  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed
  • Refreshments for guests are offered

  • Free on-street parking is available
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

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

  • MCM Private Lounge hosting 50 guests: $1500

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

Kilowatt is located at 3160 16th Street, in Mission Dolores, San Francisco, CA.

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