Attended a friend's wedding at the Swedish American Hall recently and it was a pleasant experience…read more I will say the venue has a lot of charm and character, and the history of the space is interesting. For access, the stairs up to the main hall are a bit steep, but there is a small elevator that you can use. Honestly, it was a bit challenging with high heels, but manageable. The bar area upstairs is cozy and is right outside the main hall. The main hall is spacious and is a fairly good size for small/medium-sized events. The main hall was used for both the wedding ceremony and reception, which worked out well. The restroom facilities on the first floor were good but the ones upstairs were not the best. The bathroom layout was awkward and it was a narrow space, so shimmying past people & trying to get inside was a bit tricky. Otherwise, the venue was good, and we enjoyed celebrating with friends and had a great time reuniting.

Nice small/ medium venue. Get there early so you can get a…read moreseat along the walls Otherwise you will have to stand. .

If you are a teacher or parent and you're looking for an alternative to the super busy Presidio…read moreTunnel Tops, this is your spot. The ecocenter is cool but the highlight of this area is the natural playground and proximity to bird watching on the bay. This is my second year bringing my class for habitat restoration and it only gets better. Super easy to sign up online for a field trip through SF parks and rec. Also important to note that there's a dog park and tons of walking trails along the bay for dogs. And free parking.

Gorgeous park, great dog area, sunshine, bbq areas and picnic tables, salt marsh, not a hint of…read moretraffic noise, mini kitchen and wifi? I love how no one knows about this PUBLIC BUILDING. Shhhhhhhh.

At SF United Irish Cultural club for the Oscars Watch Party was on Sunday 3/10/24…read more What a fantastic fun venue it was! The organizers are amazing of planning for this Oscar event at the club. There was a full bar and you can order food at the food truck. The place is clean and spacious. There was a stage with microphone and speakers. There was a couple big screen televisions on the wall. Awesome venue with a fun atmosphere and plenty of spaces for all the attendees. And even I won the Oscar! I enjoyed it. I like all the people who work here. Great vibe!

What an epic and unique wedding venue…read more The United Irish Cultural Center has so much history and character. It was the first Irish social center in the United States built entirely by volunteer labor and community contributions (taken from website) and currently it stands as a California 501c3 nonprofit corporation We attended a lovely wedding celebration/reception here. The main dining hall was fantastic with high ceilings and had been decorated for the event, with vibrant yellow flowers. I am not sure if the couple rented tables and chairs, or if the space provided them - but there was ample seating and tables. In addition to a large dance floor, there was a formidable stage, which was perfect for the phenomenal musicians and entertainers which performed throughout the evening. Later in the evening, we descended to their lower basement bar for an intimate evening of karaoke. The bar was set-up with a screen and karaoke equipment, and the whole space was lovely, cozy and brimming with personality. For event planning and attendee purposes - United Irish Cultural Center is remarkably convenient to access. We took an Uber here, but I believe they have plenty of parking which is ideal for event load-in and load out. It felt very San Francisco - having the Sunset fog drape the historical building in its embrace - as we left for the evening. I thoroughly enjoyed my time at the The United Irish Cultural Center and I was impressed with how well maintained this space was - from the bathrooms to the main entertaining rooms. I also loved perusing the historical pictures which line the walls. If you are privileged enough to attend an event here - I recommend taking your time to soak up the essence of this space and do a little exploring of your own. So thankful that I was able to experience the wonder of this unique space with such a memorable event. Trust.

The event coordinators are amazing to work with and they provide an affordable price to nonprofits…read more They are really straightforward to work with and are always looking for ways they can accommodate the needs of your event. They are located on the 3rd floor of the Kensington Hotel and their decor is very woodsy, cabin-y vibes. While they might not be the most communicative six months out from your event, by the time your event is 2-3 months away, their communications typically get more frequent and regular.

Hard to get food at the bar. No one knew when food orders could be taken. Just a drinkin…read moreestablishment. Service poor

The Verdi Club has always been a great venue for whatever I've gone there to partake in: Good…read morecocktails, chill staff, clean and organized, with well-managed events. More recently, the space has undergone a beautiful upgrade. It's stylish and retro with a deco flair and if that sounds confusing it's only because you've not been. All of the previous accolades still apply but now the space is super nice and if you're seeking an event space you'd be remiss not to give the Verdi a look. In the past 4 months I've twice attended events at the Verdi Club. One was a special birthday with a sit-down meal, cocktails, and a live band on stage. It was carried off with perfection, a model for how anyone would want their special birthday commemorated. More recently I was here for a different sort of event and it, too, was pulled off nicely. The array of food and drink was attractive and tasty, the space itself clean and stylish, and the event itself fun. It's worth checking the Verdi Club calendar for upcoming and/or monthly events as this is one of the nicer spots to hang in. Street parking is relatively easy and mostly flat. Whether you're looking for some fun or looking to host some fun, the Verdi Club should definitely be on your list to check out. I've never been to anything here that I didn't enjoy and that says a lot about all aspects of the venue.

It's almost a relic of a bygone era from 1960 to 2000…read more They r elderly or passed ..it's a small medium venue fits 200 capacity ..visited with litquake Historic in portrero hill a weekend banquet hall for folks in the neighborhood portrero hill Also the rock music venues nearby ..sleepy part similar to all USA ..homey vintage old fashioned Back then 2002 ..that's right Worth a visit ..for parents not kids ..swing bands big bands and frank Sinatra's ghost #2233 San Francisco post tally

This was my first visit to The Peacock Lounge, and it was awesome! They are open the last Saturday…read moreof each month, and have musicians, blues and others, performing. I was lucky enough to be there Saturday night to see Domingo and Lorraine Balinton, brother of Sugar Pie Desantos perform! Unbelievable show! Truly inspirational-bringing the Fillmore back to the Fillmore. Intimate setting, almost like the old days of supper clubs, full bar, (no food served) hint (Memphis Minnie's next door), They also rent the club for special occasions. The owner and the staff were salt of the earth nice people, and were very accomodating. Loved seeing some of the Fillmore back in the Filmore. I highly recommend them.

strong drinks & surprisingly clean bathrooms! the bartender put an olive in my margarita but it…read morewasn't terrible

John A. Duggan (Owner of Original Joes North Beach):…read more "Always an incredible time at their events. Food, drink, and great service all accompanied by a stage for performances of various kinds. Great for company events."

I rarely leave reviews, but my experience here was so consistently unprofessional that I feel…read moreobligated to warn others. From the start, communication was evasive. When I asked for the rental fee, I was never given a straight answer, instead I was pressured to disclose how much I was charging my vendors. After finally agreeing to a fee and then it was suddenly doubled less than a week before my July 13 event. The excuse? That the downstairs space was being "opened for me," even though I never requested it. The owner also insisted I rewrite a press release to promote their "Broadway Revival" agenda, something that had nothing to do with my event. I ended up doing free promotion for their venue and agenda when they should have been paying me. Out of courtesy, I gave an additional $400, clearly stating in writing that it was only for two extra load-in hours on Saturday night and for Sunday's bartender. Once inside on Saturday to do load in with the vendors, I had to spend two hours cleaning just to make the space usable. I paid them, to clean their space. A total joke. When I arrived at 8 a.m. on July 13, after multiple confirmations with the GM Tom that he would personally be the point of contact, nobody was there to open the doors. Vendors and I were left standing outside, delaying setup for an event I had spent months preparing. Other major issues: -I was told there were plenty of 6ft tables for vendors. There were none. I had to buy my own and then fight for weeks to retrieve them. The GM dodged my requests, only returning them after I threatened to file a police report for theft over a month later. -The owner repeatedly told acquaintances they could vend without checking with me, forcing me to awkwardly deny people tables at my own event. -Minutes before opening, I was told the event had to be 21+ only. Families were turned away at the door, vendors lost sales, and community trust was damaged. -The bartender arrived late, overcharged guests, and pocketed the difference. -The sound system malfunctioned, undermining performances and leaving the space silent at times. Afterward, I still tried to resolve things professionally. I met with the GM, Tom Watson, and we agreed to host again on October 3rd, with promises that things would go smoother. He assured me multiple times it was confirmed, but kept dodging signing the contract. On August 18, he finally admitted he had double-booked and wanted me to move my date, even though he had booked the other promoter after me. After weeks of being strung along, I've had no choice but to cancel using their space because he text me on August 18 to tell me that he had double booked and now I'm left scrambling with the potential of canceling my event altogether. Losing time, money, and most of all trust with the community. An event that would have supported over 40 small local businesses, all because of this venue's lack of transparency and accountability. Booking a venue should be simple: clear terms, reliable communication, and mutual respect. None of that happened here. I cannot recommend this venue to any organizer or business owner looking for professionalism, unless you're looking to lose weight from stress. If you're an event planner, promoter, or any person who values professionalism, RUN. Avoid this new "crew" that is trying to revive the fab mab. They've affected my business, and they will do the same to yours.

Large venue and event space for special events. Can host a lot of people! This is a big space!…read more Always great to see people come together. People from everywhere and here together for a good time or shared interest The Chronicle Wine competition/tasting was held at the Gateway pavilion pier 2, which was two floors of booths and vendors. People going to each table to try wine samples and some amazing chocolates Parking can be hard on busy days, even though it's a huge parking lot. Just take the bus if you're willing and able

An underrated part of the city, there is a world class vegetarian restaurant, a world class view of…read morethe Golden Gate Bridge, a handful of free mini galleries with very good exhibitions that change often, cafes, a beer garden, a great art store, and--for some reason--plenty of very clean bathrooms. They also have lots of events with live performances, so check out their calendar. Slow down and plan a few hours to chill out here.