Bar/Venue & Private Lounge at Kilowatt

Lounge in a Bar · Whole venue

  2 reviews  – 
3160 16th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 –
Church and 16th Street station (0.3 mi)
Up to 30
seats
Up to 300
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
External catering allowed

About this space

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 or park a food truck out front!

ADA Accessible - First Floor ONLY.
Pets, Decorations, and Outside catering welcome!

Prices

Sunday
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 + $12000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
*Hire Fee: rental space, bartenders, sound engineer, and security. Minimum Spend: Customers can open their own tabs, but a bar minimum is required and must be arranged prior to booking. That amount will vary depending on day of week, time of day, and certain holidays*
Monday
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 + $6000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
*Hire Fee: rental space, bartenders, sound engineer, and security. Minimum Spend: Customers can open their own tabs, but a bar minimum is required and must be arranged prior to booking. That amount will vary depending on day of week, time of day, and certain holidays*
Tuesday
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 + $6000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
*Hire Fee: rental space, bartenders, sound engineer, and security. Minimum Spend: Customers can open their own tabs, but a bar minimum is required and must be arranged prior to booking. That amount will vary depending on day of week, time of day, and certain holidays*
Wednesday
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 + $6000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
*Hire Fee: rental space, bartenders, sound engineer, and security. Minimum Spend: Customers can open their own tabs, but a bar minimum is required and must be arranged prior to booking. That amount will vary depending on day of week, time of day, and certain holidays*
Thursday
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
4:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 + $6000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
*Hire Fee: rental space, bartenders, sound engineer, and security. Minimum Spend: Customers can open their own tabs, but a bar minimum is required and must be arranged prior to booking. That amount will vary depending on day of week, time of day, and certain holidays*
Friday
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 + $12000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
*Hire Fee: rental space, bartenders, sound engineer, and security. Minimum Spend: Customers can open their own tabs, but a bar minimum is required and must be arranged prior to booking. That amount will vary depending on day of week, time of day, and certain holidays*
Saturday
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 hire fee + min. spend
Per day
12:00 pm – 1:30 am
from $600 + $12000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include sales tax.
*Hire Fee: rental space, bartenders, sound engineer, and security. Minimum Spend: Customers can open their own tabs, but a bar minimum is required and must be arranged prior to booking. That amount will vary depending on day of week, time of day, and certain holidays*
Pricing updated by venue 3 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 300
Theatre
up to 30
Cabaret
up to 30

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering
External catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
PA system / speakers
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Free on-street parking
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Pool Table
Dart Board
2 Dance Floors
Jukebox
TVs
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Age policy

Guests under 21 are not allowed

Host rules

Outside catering is allowed, vendor list given upon request,
Pets Welcome.
Decorations Encouraged (Please factor setup and breakdown into your rented hours)
21+ with valid ID.
No smoking/vaping in the building.
Outside catering welcome.
No outside beverages or alcohol allowed.
Events must end by 1:30 AM.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

Show cancellation details

About Kilowatt

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.

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