Midnight Sun
American · Video Bar · San Francisco, CA
About
In the heart of the Castro, Midnight Sun is a video bar that's been a local anchor since the 1970s. The interior feels like an old 1940s movie theater, with show tunes and music videos playing on screens. It draws a mixed crowd leaning toward 40s and 60s, with plenty of regulars and travelers mixing in.
Happy hours run weekdays after work, and drag shows pop up on the calendar. Bartender Dave gets regular shoutouts for keeping things fun. It's casual, adults-only, and stays open late on weekends.
Located in the Castro, San Francisco's historic LGBTQ+ neighborhood, surrounded by other gay bars and shops.
Features
- ✓Show tunes and music videos playing all night
- ✓1940s movie theater interior design
- ✓Drag shows on the regular calendar
- ✓Happy hour draws the after-work crowd
- ✓Dave the bartender keeps it lively
Cuisine
Good for
Practical
What people say
Rated from 225 reviews. 145 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp
From the community
On Tuesdays, you can request videos!
A visitor · Over a year ago
“Great place to meet and have drinks”
I enjoy the drinks, but it gets very crowded on weekends and during happy hour. Great spot to socialize with friends, and the videos are entertaining too!
A guest · Over a year ago
It's arguable they serve the strongest drinks in the neighborhood.
A recent visitor · Over a year ago
“Tired 80's Throwback”
This place used to be kind of fun, but now it's definitely dated.
A local visitor · Over a year ago
“Video bar”
This bar is a pleasant spot for a drink. The bartender was very entertaining. The interior feels like an old 1940s movie theater, with a show tunes theme. It tends to draw a crowd aged 40 to 60. I enjoyed myself, but it wasn't my top pick in San Francisco.
A visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Midnight Sun 21+? +
Yes, it's an adults-only venue.
What kind of music do they play? +
Show tunes and music videos are the main theme, with popular clips mixed in.
What are the hours? +
Monday-Wednesday 2pm-12am, Thursday 2pm-1am, Friday 2pm-2am, Saturday 1pm-2am, Sunday 12:30pm-12am.
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