House of Shields
Message from House of Shields
Step through the doors and be part of history. The House of Shields, one of San Francisco's oldest operating nightclubs has re-opened. The new ownership has brought back that timeless roaring 20's vibe with a full restoration reverting to its original use as a bar rather than a restaurant because of prohibition. In additon to Live Music, some of San Francisco's best underground parties are hosted here every Friday and Saturday, such as www.BreakBeatAgency.com, House of Breaks (www.spacecowboys.org, Be Here, Downtown Saturday Night and The Stylus Society. Dj's include M3, Anthony Garlic, Kappn Kirk, Mancub, Jeno, Fred Funk, 8-Ball, Joshua Iz, Oolong, Serephim and many more. Check SF Weekly for Line-Up and Special Events. The Mezzanine/dance floor overlooks the bar and is available for your Corporate Event and/or Private Party. Please contact Earl Johnson for Details.
Editorial by Citysearch
In ShortThis spot features entertainment and decor from the early 1900s: bronze art-nouveau statues, high-backed wooden booths, tall ceilings and a majestic glass-backed bar, complete with tiny shields engraved into it. Happy hour brings the suits, but at night, electronic-music aficionados cram into the small dance level overlooking the bar. In this elevated space, DJs typically mix new wave, house, funk or jazz.
Key Points
- Original Redwood Bar
- Happy Hour Daily 6pm-9pm
- DJ's Every Night 9pm-2am
The Inside Scoop
- Know Before You Go - There's usually no cover, except for the occasional Saturday cabaret.
- Save Money - Happy hour (daily 7pm-10pm) features $2 PBRs, $4 wine and $5 well drinks.
- When to Go - Performers range from jazz quartets to house DJs. Call ahead for the current lineup.
Latest reviews from Citysearch.
Beer
by gfinazz
if you love cheap beers and trippy sf folks this is the place for you. close to the bart station and has $2pbrs. old spot nice people and some decent rock bands on the weekends
Posted 05/04/07
good times, good times...
by stephanielynne10
great bar, great bartender, great music and good eye candy for everyone. Very close to downtown, the art college and my sucky job.
Posted 12/12/05
Cool As Hell!
by kyonoman
One of my favorite bars now.. Big Ass Glasses and Great music... the dj's play to the crowd.. from Billy Joel?? to the Chemical Brothers? The owners are always there and are really nice.. I was impressed when their busy they really work to keep the place clean for everyone including the bathrooms!!
A real class act.
Pros: taxis always waiting, big glasses, lots of taps
Posted 12/09/03
Awesome!
by valerieh829
The place is beautiful plus The Bartenders are super cute and the drinks are massive.
Posted 11/16/03
1st Saturday's are great
by Jacklyn_Smith
I went to the club that is every 1st Saturday, Bass Bin BBQ. It was a chill vibe and there were at least as many women as men which always makes a party nice. The girls who throw the party are awesome. Good after hours club.
Pros: lotsa chicks, bumpin bass, after hours
Posted 12/04/02