A Mission bar with real history
This room was the original home of San Francisco's annual Noise Pop Festival.
The 'Watt is your spot in the Mission for local and touring acts, DJ nights, craft brews, pool and darts. Come by for a drink and stay for the show.
4.4 from 522 Google reviews
Retro, rock and roll decor
One reviewer called out the vintage posters, an analog photobooth and the disco ball in the center of the room.
What we do
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Live music shows and DJ nights
Weekly shows featuring your favorite local and touring acts, plus DJ nights. Check the calendar for what's coming up.
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Darts
Our old stage is now the darts area, up on its own platform.
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Pool tables and pinball
Rack 'em up or play a round of pinball between sets.
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Craft brews and liquor
Beers on tap and a good spread behind the bar.
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Local sports on the televisions
Catch the local game with your neighbors.
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Private events
Want the 'Watt for your own night? Get in touch and ask about private events.
Rated 4.4 by neighbors
Read all 522 reviews on Google“Super cool spot! Decor is retro, rock galore! Lots of cool vintage style posters, small tvs playing some clips, two old school tvs playing vhs films, pool table and analog photobooth. There's a discoball in the center that adds to the atmosphere. My first time coming here - I came for the live music because Pearl Charles was headlining the California tour with Carson McHone. Loved every minute of it! The sound was great, bartenders, and drinks were great! Fun place to spend a Friday night. Definitely coming back!”
“Friendly staff. They have live music so I'll definitely be coming back. They have a few beers for selection. Some domestic like Coors light and some from local breweries like from Standard deviant.”
“Fun and legendary! Old bar in the heart of the Mission. Cool vibes, interesting locals, great history and awesome live music. A must!”
“Don't think they had food? But really cool venue.”
Kilowatt started out in a San Francisco firehouse as a local hangout and music venue. It was a punk, rock and indie showcase and the original home of San Francisco's annual Noise Pop Festival.
Later the stage became a darts area, and we added televisions for local sports, pool tables and more. That's how the 'Watt found its way to being a neighborhood bar.
Now under new ownership, the music is on its way back. We've got weekly live music shows and DJ nights, tasty craft brews, an amazing assortment of liquor and your favorite neighborhood bartenders bringing the party back to the neighborhood.
3160 16th St
San Francisco, CA 94103
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 5 PM – 2 AM |
| Wednesday | 5 PM – 2 AM |
| Thursday | 5 PM – 2 AM |
| Friday | 5 PM – 2 AM |
| Saturday | 1 PM – 2 AM |
| Sunday | 1 PM – 2 AM |
Good questions
Where are you?
At Albion, in the Mission in San Francisco.
How do I find out about upcoming shows?
Check our calendar or sign up for the newsletter to hear about live shows and special events.
What beers do you have?
One reviewer mentioned domestic picks like Coors light alongside beers from local breweries like Standard deviant.