
How I See SF:Viceroy
Experience San Francisco's vibrant nightlife scene with recommendations from DJ Viceroy.
San Francisco's musical legacy goes beyond the Summer of LoveOpens in new window. The City by the Bay continues to produce groundbreaking musical talent who shape what's playing on your radio (or your personal playlist). We talked with pioneering DJ ViceroyOpens in new window about his favorite San Francisco experiences, including his picks for the best music venues in the cityOpens in new window.
Describe your perfect day in San Francisco.
Grabbing drinks on the Palm HouseOpens in new window porch with some close homies or chilling by the water at Fort MasonOpens in new window if it’s a nice day out. At night, sometimes I love to stop by the Balboa CafeOpens in new window or The Dorian for a drink, or BrazenheadOpens in new window for a steak. If I want to dance, I’ll 100% head to AudioOpens in new window.
What should every visitor to San Francisco do at least once?
Walk across the Golden Gate BridgeOpens in new window, go to Buena Vista CafeOpens in new window for an Irish coffee, or go to Lands EndOpens in new window for a hike.
What’s your favorite place in San Francisco to take a photo or read a book?
Where do you indulge your artistic side in San Francisco?
The Black CatOpens in new window and Boom Boom RoomOpens in new window are fun for jazz. The MissionOpens in new window is great for all things creative. You never know what you’ll find there.
Which is your favorite venue to play in San Francisco?
AudioOpens in new window is by far my favorite club to play. They did an insane job with the sound renovation. Playing a pool party at the Phoenix HotelOpens in new window is by far my favorite vibe though.
When you’re not performing, where do you go to hear great music in San Francisco?
Rickshaw StopOpens in new window is always fun because of the divey environment. The Black CatOpens in new window for jazz. The Greek TheaterOpens in new window in BerkeleyOpens in new window is next level, and The IndependentOpens in new window.
New Year’s EveOpens in new window is coming up soon. Are you performing in San Francisco that night? If not, where would you go in the city for a great celebration?
I’ve got a private gig, but If I was to go out, I think I'd go to the PoolsideOpens in new window show at Public WorksOpens in new window!
Where and what would you choose for your last meal in San Francisco?
Chubby NoodleOpens in new window. Korean pork tacos, chubby chicken and the garlic noodles. It’s the only answer.
Which restaurant is still on your list to dine at in San Francisco?
State Bird ProvisionsOpens in new window. I can’t believe I haven’t gone yet.
Who do you follow to keep up with San Francisco news?
I follow certain publications such as EaterOpens in new window and the ChronicleOpens in new window.
Any last final advice for travelers to San Francisco?
Don’t feel pressured to do the usual things in San Francisco. This is a city that has more to offer than you can imagine. There’s always something magical going on.