Came here for a friend/co-worker's retirement celebration. Place was lively, well decorated and the service was great. We all had a good time. There wasn't much in the menu to order but the place next store had food so we were able to order from there and enjoy it at the bar. read more

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What a fun spot! I've come to DecoDance Bar a few times now, and it's quickly become a staple in my Nob Hill bar rotation. I love the art deco interior, and it very effectively conveys the swanky, glamorous vibe of the 20s and 30s. There is typically a DJ playing good music that helps set the mood even further. And the last time I was here (this was on a weeknight), there was even a Lindy Hop dance class/session happening! It's definitely worth coming here on different nights and seeing what sort of night you'll get. The drinks are consistently tasty as well. Most recently, we ordered the Bear Hug, Dancing in the Dark, and Some Like it Hot, and thoroughly enjoyed all of them! The drinks are always balanced yet interesting, with a good variety to choose from for all palates. Overall, this is a great spot for those looking for a fun night out in a bar with great drinks that knows how to set a mood! read more

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Nice ambiance and decor. Staff was super nice! The DJ was pretty good! Would definitely come back.

I think that this bar has a pretty cute art deco themed interior. I loved the different drink options as I love gin based cocktails (they have a bunch) and unique flavor combos. Definitely fruity and floral vibes. The bartenders were great with recommendations and drinks were quick. There was also a DJ and while we danced we definitely felt a bit out of place with the music and age group. We did manage to get him to play Sabrina carpenter for a song. But if you are a millennial then it was great. read more

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I have worked in the bar/service industry for years, you want to avoid this place. I would do zero stars if i could. Friends reserved the bar (at a hefty price) and they intentionally let people in to capitalize on the situation. When I asked about it I was dismissed and almost kicked out for having tried respected the LEGAL contract they made. Came back the next weekend still and let my friends know that they were being auto gratitude'd (at 20%) INDIVIDUALLY without being in a party. I mentioned that was deceptive (which it is) and they said "Well other bars do it" and was harassed by the employees despite having over tipped willingly the weekend before. I have never had a worse experience for such a small offering. If you don't believe me, check the negative reviews MARINA THE GM replies to. read more

They are amaaaaaazing. Great drinks service was nice! And Judith is the best! Usually come in here on Wednesday for swing dancing, but it's actually pretty fun during the weekends too, it'll randomly be super packed some weekends! read more

Had a great time at DecoDance Bar! We ordered the Buena Vista and the Sunset drinks and both were great. We arrived quite earlyish and we were the only people in the bar for a bit but the service was great! It was fun seeing people trickling in and the place coming to life. The crowd skews a little older and the music was very millennial core dance/techno music. Overall very fun! read more

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Very fun and lively atmosphere on a Saturday night. Live DJ playing retrowave (love this genre). Scan the QR code for the menu. Pleasantly surprised the cocktail prices are generally $14! My eyes are used to seeing $17. Delicious craft cocktails - tried the gin one with earl grey notes and it came in a super cute tea cup! Love it. Friends also had the passion fruit gin cocktail and mezcal one (sunset something?) I really think you cannot go wrong with any of the cocktails though. Very friendly sweet server and they move FAST even though they are doing craft cocktails. Quite spacious inside with seating areas / booths and a good sized dance floor. Younger crowd on Saturday night. read more

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Showed up at 5 PM when the bar is supposed to be open, and waited 15 minutes for a bartender to arrive. We came inside and waited another 15 minutes for drinks while she set up. Menu has draft beer and canned beer listed, so we ordered 2 from the draft list. We see the bartender opening a bottle and a can, and we ask her why, and she says "we don't have draft beer". We pay $8 each for a can and bottle of beer, and are given back $1 each. We ask why the wrong change, and she explains that WHEN YOU PAY CASH, THEY ROUND UP?? WTF? Where does it say that ANYWHERE on the menu?? Is that even legal?? My friend ordered a Black Russian and was quoted $15. She was charged $16.68, and again, they ROUNDED UP!! Why not just put the FINAL PRICE of the drink on the menu and encorporate whatever tax or upcharge you want into the asking price, instead of nickle and dimeing??? This is total scammy, dishonest behavior. Yes, it's only CHANGE, but this isn't the Goodwill. At least Goodwill ASKS you if you want to round up, instead of just stealing your money. read more

I'm a bartender and I like to check out cocktail bars and see what kind of unique craft cocktails are out there. We ordered the Bear Hug and Some Like it Hot. They were both outstanding, really well balanced drinks. The sesame oil on the Some Like it Hot was the perfect touch, whoever thought of that was on point. I like that they incorporate a lot of infusions, it sets their drinks apart from most other bars and shows they put the extra thought and effort into their menu. The interior decor is well thought out and on theme, lighting is cozy, and the space is decently sized. We found a cute little hidden couch in the corner to enjoy our drinks. This place seems Ukranian owned as they mention they donate some proceeds to Ukraine on their website, which is nice. Would love to come back and try some of the other cocktails on the menu. read more

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I love this new neighborhood bar on Polk! Finally there's something a bit more upscale and a swanky alternative to Harper and Rye and Hilo for those who live in the area. The service is fantastic, from the bar staff and to the bouncers, they are all extremely professional and friendly. The drinks are standard prices and so is bottle service. They do have drink specials on certain nights which is a great bonus for anyone there to pre game. The venue itself is newly renovated and comfortable to reserve for large groups. We reserved the back tables for a birthday party and the staff was extremely professional in blocking the space off, making sure there is enough seating and table space for our guests. While also bringing over the drinks and ensuring there were enough glasses and ice throughout the night. The crowd is prob similar to the rest of the bars on Polk which would be a mishmash of eclectic SF characters. It does get crowded, but that's expected for any popular bar in this area. However, when you do get bottle service, the staff definitely helps to protect your space and, from my experience, other patrons aren't rude enough to encroach on your space. Overall, I really appreciate Decodance bar and think it is a great addition to the neighborhood. I'll certainly be back for random bar nights as well as future bottle service celebrations. read more

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Updating my review from a 5* to a 2* based on my most recent experience here. I still love the vibe here, but had a really strange experience this past Saturday. The bar was pretty busy, but definitely not shoulder to shoulder busy. My bf and I were waiting in line at the bar with another couple, and the line was moving at an average pace. When we finally got to the front of the line (after about 5-10 min), our friends ordered their drinks with no issue, leaving us right behind them. They left to head back to the dance floor, but when it was just my bf and I next in line at the bar, it took another 20+ minutes before a bartender even acknowledged us to take our order. I was trying to make eye contact and hold out my card to any bartender who glanced toward me, but they would just go to someone else (who was clearly waiting for far less time than us) to take their order. After about 20 minutes, a bartender finally acknowledged us and took our order, but it was a really unpleasant wait. Our other friends on the dance floor said they could see us from where they were standing and also didn't understand why we were being ignored. I totally understanding waiting for a drink is part of the bar experience, but this was different. The bar was not that busy and we were definitely being ignored for some reason. This really bummed me out for the night and I hope this feedback can be used to help the bartenders not make their customers feel this way. read more

My friends & I come here Wednesdays to swing dance and groove. We get matching Lychee Martini's (not pictured) unless we see some cool seasonal drinks on the menu (pictured). The effort put into putting the lights up, having a christmas tree, just a cherry on top. We love this little spot hidden away on Polk. And everyone is so incredibly kind and sweet. Nothing like some swing dancing and a cocktail to wind down during the week read more

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Amazing themed Bar. With a variety of house cocktails that brim with creativity. Evan Smith is responsible for a bunch of house drinks. They are all really good, especially the Some Like it Hot, City Bird, and We got the Beet. Recommended for speciality drinks, or for late night climbers. read more

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Perfect venue for a private party, this was a work party and it was perfect for our size. The service was great, DJ was awesome and the Bartenders were superb. The ladies were fast, professional and made great drinks. read more

Very cute place but absolutely ruined by the service. Walked an hour to the bar from our hotel and was shocked so bad we didn't make it 5 minutes. read more

I don't know why I haven't been here before but I visited this amazing bar last to last Sunday and oh my god it was the best decision of my life. For a Sunday, this bar was quite packed which I loved. The music they played was amazing, I couldn't stop dancing. They played songs from the 2000 to today's top hit. 20/10 to whoever the DJ was, he's one of the best in the city for sure. Overall, I had great drinks here and danced till my feet hurt. I loved the vibe, music, drinks and the ambience. I came here with a smile and went back with a huge smile on my face I would highly recommend this place to anyone who's looking to dance away the night and have a great time. Would 100% be back for some more dancing. read more

The interior is kinda dark with a speakeasy vibe but this is a new art deco themed lounge. A welcome bar to the City. Good drinks, friendly bartenders, live music on some nights, and most importantly reasonable prices. After the front door is the main bar with stools and high chairs. Further back is what can be described as a wrapped around room, with sofas and lounge chairs and more privacy. Located in the Tenderloin but more towards Polk Gulch. A place to go before an event as they closes at 11pm. Still, adding to the rotation for sure! read more

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Is it closed? Here on Sunday at 9 pm, doors are locked and the phone is disconnected ...... read more

Decodance offers excellent drinks and hosts some of the best Local Djs! I will be back here soon! Didn't even mention the decorations! It's absolutely fantastic! read more

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I don't have much to say about DecoDance bar except THANK YOU for hosting my good friend's funeral reception. Customer service was appropriate for the occasion. Everything felt immaculate and fancy, like their ATM in the corner. Perhaps it was all their mirrored surfaces and geometric décor. All the cocktails I tried were fantastic. It's a cute place for any special event or just a night on the town. I might come here in the future to enjoy DJ music and upbeat speakeasy vibes. read more

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Amazing and unique cocktails, friendly bartender, not overly pretentious considering the quality of drinks and food. Mellow classy spot on Polk Street weekly swing dancing with a DJ. read more

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DecoDance rocks - dark interior with great drinks. We DM'd them on Instagram to reserve a booth - they have a DJ on fridays starting at 9. The music was great. Really impressed with how they check everyone's vax + ID - they actually have folks wait at the door before entering to check. I had an amazing dirty martini - they recommended a gin that I loved! Can't wait to boogie on the dance floor some more. read more

weirdly enough they charge for water. which is illegal in san francisco. their service is lying to you and thinking you're "too drunk" to speak up about it read more

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Such a cozy place! The interior and the atmosphere are so unique for SF which definitely makes this place special. The cocktails are a piece of art and taste so good. The staff is amazingly polite. read more

One of my favorite Gatsby themed bars. Good for date night or a celebration. The manhattan is always my go to drink here. I like that you can order dinner from the restaurant upstairs called Upcider. It's a fun 20s vibe! Highly recommend! read more

Reasonably priced drinks given the level of craft involved. There was also an old-timey jazz band. Great play to go before or after a show at Regency Ballroom. read more

Worst nightlife experience ever. I bought a bottle, for two people, at this place on a Sunday night. Honestly, I like the music played here, but their clientele is a bit rowdy and I'd rather pay extra to have my own space and not be too close to other people. Things started off well -- the person who sold me the bottle sent our table some shots and even took one with us. But, then my evening became a nightmare. For reasons never explained to me, I was told by staff that our table needed to leave. I asked why and soon was surrounded by bouncers. When I was outside, I explained to them that my credit card was never returned to me and asked to close my tab. The door staff didn't care. After a while, the manager came out, and I was able to get card back. Eventually, I received my statement and was over charged for the bottle. I put in a credit card claim against the place and they produced an invoice, which included all the "complimentary" shots I took with their staff. Unfortunately, I found out I was on the hook to pay for everything. DO NOT COME HERE. This place is not for people who enjoy finer establishments. If you get a table, your space isn't protected. I can't tell you how many times people just bumped into or encroached into our table. I wouldn't pay with a credit card, because I can attest that the staff have no qualms about committing merchant fraud. Avoid this place at all cost. I'd suggest Valencia Room. Similar ambience, but the VR at least knows how to cater to people who are dropping a couple hundred a night. read more

Cute spot with great drinks and bumping house music! The cocktail with the spicy sesame oil was very good. The crowd here on a Friday night seemed to average around 40 years old? Either a good or bad thing depending on who you are :) read more

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Great vibes, great service, manager Viv & staff were friendly and attentive. They have different events on different days of the week. Will definitely be back. read more

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It's a great place for dancing and enjoying good cocktails. The bartenders were nice too. The atmosphere was really nice. I loved the wall art and the lights. A lot of good music and fun. Must for sure! read more

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Trendy little spot on Polk! Went early on when it opened and had a great drink "the old flame"

house music but more fun buena vista cocktail slaps hard get the lychee or you're a fool come here to decodance baby when life is hard this isn't read more

Nice place to meet friends and talk. Some days are quiet and nice to chill with the very fascinating decorative interiors read more

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I was looking for a place where my friends and I can enjoy good drinks, great music, and cool vibes. A place that could leave a great impression to my European friends. This place was the bomb! First of all, they asked for our vaccination card which is what SF is all about, safety first and leading by example. Followed by some delicious cocktails, combined with house/ lounge music tailored to the audience by a DJ I never met. The ambiance looks upscale with comfy chairs and a sofa. Overall, it's was the perfect place to go after enjoying an awesome San Franciscan show on Green St. My friends where impressed by SF and overall the great welcoming vibes! Definitely coming back next time I want to shake it! read more

A gem in the hood! This place reminds me of a speakeasy (dear irving) in NY. Well decorated, delish cocktails.. I got a lavender cocktail and It was such a success! I'd love to be back. read more

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Nice place! Gets noisy with a live band but you can go to the bar to talk! Had 3 drinks read more

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Service was terrible (the two blonde bartenders were awful and kind of petty). The location is great and place is gorgeous! We got a few cocktails from the other bartender and they were great. I love their Latino Sundays. Overall, a good vibe, if not for those two Sunday night bartenders. read more

Wow, what an upgrade to old Vertigo! The interior is completely new and gorgeous with a Great Gatsby vibe. This is now hands down the classiest and coolest bar on Polk! The DJ booth lights setup is my personal favorite touch. read more

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Horrible bartender service. We ordered our drinks, paid on card & was about to tip with cash when the bartender came over & asked if our drinks were bad we replied no that we just wanted a little more sprite & she grabs the receipt slams it on the counter and says oh I thought they were bad since you didn't leave any tip i'll leave this here so you can change that. (With an attitude) First of all tips are not required last time I checked, also if you are going to give attitude what makes you think you will receive a tip. I never leave tip on card always cash but when she decided to be rude ofc she wasn't going to get anything. Also she never even brought the sprite we asked for. First time & last and will definitely not recommend. read more