Dawn Club
The Verdict
"A below-street cocktail bar at 10 Annie Street in SoMa, named for a Prohibition-era speakeasy nearby and tucked in the alley alongside the Palace Hotel. Cocktails $15 to $18, no cover, open Tuesday through Saturday (Wed-Sat until 2am). Five-minute walk from Montgomery or Powell BART."
What you need to know
Dawn Club is a below-street-level cocktail bar at 10 Annie Street in SoMa, in the alley alongside the Palace Hotel. The space takes its name from a Prohibition-era speakeasy that operated nearby. The current bar is small and dim.
What to Expect
The drink list mixes classic cocktails with seasonal house creations. Bartenders can build off your preferences if you don’t have a specific order in mind. No DJ, no loud music. The room fills up on weekend evenings.
Visiting
Address: 10 Annie Street, SoMa
Hours: Evenings, typically Tuesday through Saturday (Wed-Sat until 2am); closed Sunday
Cost: Cocktails $15 to $18. No cover.
Tips: Annie Street is a small alley between Market and Mission. Look for the stairs down. Arrive early on weekends for a seat at the bar.
Getting There
Montgomery and Powell BART stations are both within a five-minute walk. Muni lines along Market Street drop you nearby. Street parking is metered and limited.