Beaux
Beaux: A Castro Nightlife Staple
Experience the vibrant nightlife of San Francisco's Castro at Beaux, the premier LGBTQIA+ dance bar with exciting events and strong cocktails.
Beaux is a vibrant gay bar in San Francisco's Castro district, known for its lively atmosphere, drag brunches, themed parties, and strong cocktails. Open seven days a week, it transforms from a craft cocktail lounge by day into a high-energy dance club at night.
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
Public Transport
Beaux is easily accessible via San Francisco's Muni system. From downtown, take the J, T, or M line to the Castro Street Station. From the station, walk southwest on Market Street for about 2 minutes. Beaux will be on your left at 2344 Market Street. A single ride on Muni costs $3.00, or $2.50 if you use a Clipper card or the MuniMobile app. A day pass, good for unlimited rides on Muni buses, trains, and historic streetcars, is available for $5.70 via the MuniMobile app.
Taxi/Rideshare
Taxis and rideshares offer a convenient way to reach Beaux. From Union Square, a taxi ride to Beaux typically takes 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic. Taxi fares in San Francisco start at $4.15 for the first one-fifth of a mile, with an additional $0.65 for each additional one-fifth of a mile and $0.65 for each minute of waiting time. A ride from Union Square could cost around $15-20, excluding tip. Rideshare costs vary depending on demand, but expect a similar price range.
Walking
If you are already in the Castro neighborhood, Beaux is easily reachable on foot. From the intersection of Castro and Market Street, walk southwest on Market Street. Beaux will be on your left-hand side within a few blocks. The walk is generally flat and takes only a few minutes.
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