And The Winner Is: Where to Party on Election Night

Updated: September 30, 2008

The vicious slander and accusations, the lies and hypocrisy?our esteemed electoral process is over. With Obama virtually guaranteed to win, San Francisco should be going OFF on election night, so watch the results roll in and tip a glass of bubbly at one of these victory parties. Savor the patriotic pride of this historic moment--they only come around every few decades!

Election Night Parties

  1. 1 4 Star Rating: Recommended BollyHood Cafe
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    3372 19th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110 (map)

    Watch the election results on the BollyHood big screen and treat yourself to a dinner at Bissap Baobab Restaurant and then a few cocktails.

  2. 2 3.5 Star Rating: Average Luka's Taproom & Lounge
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    2221 Broadway Auto Row, Oakalnd, CA 94612 (map)

    Two big screens will be showing up-to-date coverage of the race and reggae DJs Residents, Serg, Juan DMC and Kool Kyle will be preforming.

  3. 3 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Mezzanine
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    444 Jessie St, San Francisco, CA 94103 (map)

    This is the official San Francisco Barack Obama election night event. There will be a big-screen showing of the election coverage, motivational guest speakers and drink specials all night. Plus, the first 100 guests receive a free "Hope" poster.

  4. 4 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Balboa Theatre
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    3630 Balboa Street, San Francisco, CA 94121 (map)

    The movie theater is offering live stream of the election coverage for free if you can prove that you voted. Come dressed as your favorite politician towin prizes and take home some surprises.

  5. 5 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended The Independent
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    628 Divisadero St, San Francisco , CA 94117 (map)

    Hungry for Obama encourages voters to come witness history at this NoPa venue with free election coverage and musical performances by Brad Wolfe and the Moon (with special guests) and The Wayside State.

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    119 Utah St, San Francisco, CA 94103 (map)

    The "End of an Error" party is celebrating Bush's departure from the White House. The bar will also be showing the elections on various TVs and providing food for voters.

  7. 7 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Cantina
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    580 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94102 (map)

    Get some killer election night drink specials at this Union Square bar, then toast the night away while watching the results.

  8. 8 3.5 Star Rating: Average Rasselas On Fillmore Jazz Club
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    1534 Fillmore St, San Francisco, CA 94115 (map)

    Watch the election on a flat screen, while enjoying live jazz music and free hors d'oeuvres. Guest also have the chance to win free T-shirts.

  9. 9 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Yerba Buena Center for the Arts
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    701 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 (map)

    This free event is celebrating the end of the race. Come watch the results and enjoy music, performances and free pizza when the polls close.

  10. 10 4 Star Rating: Recommended Edinburgh Castle
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    950 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94109 (map)

    Whether you are Democratic or Republican, come to this pub and watch after the polls close. There are hourly drink specials and an open mike for rants.