Oktoberfest is here and that means more hearty beers and even more heart-stopping meals at San Francisco’s best local breweries, bars and restaurants. Here’s the rundown of the best events and drink specials going down this season:
Gordon BierschGordon Biersch has put together an entire seasonal menu based around their super tasty Festbier. Try their traditional German Sausages, Jaegerschnitzel, or – if you’re feeling extra brave – the Festbier Combo with bratwurst, knackwurst, sausages, pretzels, garlic fries and their home-made mustard. Mm… meaty.
Suppenküche
Hayes Valley’s Bavarian staple, Suppenkuche, is celebrating the …

The wait is over. After months of whispers and few clues besides the simple teaser “take it outside… it’s a breath of fresh air,” the creative forces behind Mighty, Spundae and Oola are finally opening the doors to 620 Jones – and it may not be what you expect.
620 Jones isn’t the latest addition to San Francisco’s club scene by nightlife vets, but rather a refreshing restaurant, lounge and bar opening up three blocks from Union Square on Jones and Geary. Transforming 13,000 square feet of historic landmark …

THIS WEEK IN SF
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 16-22, 2010
Party Planning: Block out the evening of September 27th. Just do it. Yes it’s a Monday. Yes it’s right after work. And yes, we here at MetroWize are throwing our MW005 Party and it’s gonna be rad. We’re talking an irresistible 3 hour Hosted Bar to wipe away the workday blues, drink specials till close and DJs all night. All you and your friends have to do is RSVP to get in for free. Ya dig?
Bounce House: If you haven’t heard of …

This local band promises to play “sweet sounds as smooth as the summer sea”. This concerned us here at MetroWize, given the fact that we’ve had some pretty rough waters in the Bay this past ‘so-called’ summer.
That analogy aside, we thought we’d give this interestingly-named band a shot, what with their mission to create “a soft rock explosion the likes of which has not been seen since the days of Christopher Cross, Steely Dan, Ace, Kenny Loggins and The Little River Band.”
A tall order? Not for Mustache Harbor.
That’s right. You …

In need of cheap booze, free bands and a whole bunch of art this Friday night? The Lower Haight Art Walk is back and seriously better than ever. Celebrating their one year anniversary, the neighborhood’s added food carts, a scavenger hunt and an afterparty at Nickies to the mix. This may be the best one yet.
So what exactly can you expect for August 6th? Here’s our picks:Underground SF – $5 Art PartyD-Structure – Art, booze, music, giveaways and a PhotoboothP-KOK – Burning Man fashion show, Fire and …

The summer street fairs may be dying down in San Francisco, but that doesn’t mean the party’s left the streets. Mark your calendars for this Sunday, July 25th, when the All Shook Down Music Festival invades North Beach.
At the pretty price of $14 a wristband, you’ll gain access to a line up of national headliners and local favorites that will keep you and your wallet smiling for weeks. Electro-popper Neon Indian, Big Boi protegee Janelle Monae, indie synth-heads Birds & Batteries and SF sweethearts The Ferocious Few will join …

YES! Yes. Yes. Yes.
That’s all we have to say about the Outside Lands night shows this year. Spattering across varied genres, audiences and venues – there really is something for everyone.
Setting the tone for the weekend, up-and-comers Dawes kick things off with their soulful rock ballads and Southern croon at Thursday night’s Nightlife at the Academy of Sciences.
The Independent sets up shop with the highly diverse bookings of ex-The Band member and country connoisseur, Levon Helm, Friday night and Colorado electro-party-beat-maker, Pretty Lights (grab his full album …

Want to be a witness to street art history? Make sure you’re at 161 Erie Street this Sunday, August 1st from 11am to 7pm for a Block Party Benefit filled with art, music, food, and even score a free haircut.
Local artists, DJs and ororganizations are coming together in a combined effort to not only support art, music, and green living, but to finish a mural started by the elusive international street artist, Banksy. The live mural painting will be backed with some music, and you can even get a free …

On the hunt for the next DIY extravaganza? Head on over to Fort Mason July 31st for a smorgasbord of great handmade art, jewelry, clothing, and – get ready for it – some attachable beards made of yarn. Welcome to the 3rd Annual Renegade Craft Fair, featuring 225 independent artists.
Along with the myriad of goodies to be had, there will be live entertainment and workshops. You can learn about Craftivism with the Scarving Artists Knit-In, and enjoy some live music by the Troglodyte jug-band Thee Hobo Gobbelins. One of the …

Global Sol Festival, a self-proclaimed “Royal Mashup of Tech Nomadic Culture”, will be taking over the Craneway Pavilion in Richmond August 6 and 7 with two nights of dance, DJ and world music to benefit the Women’s Earth Alliance – all 100% solar-powered.
Designed to promote unity across the many different communities in the Bay Area, Global Sol offers up the opportunity to enjoy breathtaking views across the Bay, relax in the large tea and chill-out tent by the water and take part in interactive light and art installations (including a …