Make Out Room

What you need to know

Make Out Room has been on 22nd Street in the Mission since 2001. The room is small, maybe 150 capacity, with red lighting, a long bar, and a stage tucked into the back corner. It functions as both a neighborhood bar and a music venue, depending on the night and the hour.

What to Expect

The calendar mixes live bands, DJ nights, comedy, literary readings, and the occasional variety show. The booking leans toward indie, punk, garage rock, and experimental, but no one’s policing genre boundaries. Some nights are free with a tip jar. Others have a modest cover.

The bar serves well drinks and beer. The crowd is Mission District regulars mixed with people who came specifically for the show. The vibe is dark, warm, and low key. Nobody is dressed up.

Visiting

3225 22nd Street, Mission District. Events start between 8 and 10 PM depending on the night. Cover ranges from free to $10 for most events. Check the calendar online or on the sandwich board outside. The room has no reserved seating. You stand, you lean against the bar, you figure it out.

Getting There

BART to 24th Street Mission, then a 5 minute walk north on Mission to 22nd. The 14 Mission and 49 Van Ness buses stop nearby. Street parking on 22nd is residential and usually available.

Skip this if you want a curated experience or a nice cocktail. This is a dive bar with a stage. If that’s your thing, it’s one of the best in the city.

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