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Bimbo's

1025 Columbus Ave. at Chestnut St., North Beach, San Francisco, CA
415-474-0365
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Ranked #33 of 152 nightlife in San Francisco
3.5 of 5 stars 7 Reviews
Type: Bar/ Clubs
Description: Fashionable since the 1950s, this club continues to attract the best lounge acts and the hottest music.
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Corte Madera, California
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed December 11, 2011

I have read the website and expected a more lavish experience. The stage is small, great for a stand up act. No dancing area. From the video on their website, it appears the heyday was in the 50's, with a 5 star menu, full bar, dancing, and different location. The turn off that will not have me return, poor sound... More

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Wollongong, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 16, 2011

I saw the wonderful Yael Naim here recently and found it to be a really great venue for music. The old club ambiance gives the place a feeling of grown up sophistication while still being a fun place to be. The sound itself was excellent and a testament to both the acoustics of the room and a very competent guy... More

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Sacramento
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 31, 2011

Awesome venue, went to see a MJ tribute concert for Halloween and it was worth it. The band was good, had everyone on their feet. The place is not too big or small and makes for a nice intimate setting to enjoy with close friends. The ticket prices were reasonable too. Make sure you take your cash since its a... More

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San Francisco
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 13, 2011
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I have been going to Bimbo's 365 Club for years and have seen all kinds of performances there from Robin Williams to Rodney Crowell to Macy Gray to Chris Isaak to Gato Barbieri to Raul Malo. It is, by far, one of the best venues for entertainment in San Francisco. What's great about it is it has basically looked the... More

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San Francisco, California
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 28, 2011

I LOVE this venue! Why the 1 point off? I found that the website is very misleading. 2 drink min. required....but they have no way of keeping track if you have had 1,2, 12 or way more than you should they will never know when it's open seating and dancing. I also felt that the food menu (only 4 items)... More

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Waukesha, WI
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed November 11, 2008

I planned on going to the Isaac Delgado show here. I was going to call and order tickets, but on our way back to our hotel we came across the club and there were 2 guys at the door. I asked them if I could buy tickets for the 10pm show(it was 6) they told me that I had to... More

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California
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed June 24, 2007
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Pros: Bebel Gilberto was wonderful, an awesome, sensual show. Beautiful club. Cons: If you want to actually see the artist, don't get a table on the floor because it's standing room only, in front of the best tables. Either sit at a higher table in the back or stand in the crowd. One problem with standing in the crowd was... More

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