El Timbon Salsa Social
9 PM
Free
Salsa at Upcider, 1160 Polk St, San Francisco
Salsa in San Francisco · San Francisco, USA 🇺🇸
Weekly Schedule
Wednesday
Location
Salsa
Bachata
Kizomba
Zouk
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1160 Polk St 2nd floor, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
Get DirectionsAbout Upcider, 1160 Polk St
Upcider is a cider house that runs a compact Wednesday salsa social in its second-floor dining room, the dance happens in the same room where you eat and drink. Large street-facing windows look down Polk Street, and the bar and seating share the upstairs space, so expect a mixed crowd of diners and dancers rather than a dedicated club floor. The venue is a gastropub with a long cider tap list and a food menu, so many people arrive for dinner and stay when the music shifts.
Salsa night sits inside regular opening hours (Wednesdays 18:00–23:00) and the event listing notes no charge before 23:00, meaning the dancing window is short and focused. Music is social/playlist-led rather than a loud club set, so sets are workable for close partnering but not for marathon practicing. If you want an easy midweek social in a neighbourhood spot, this is the kind of compact, early-evening option to plan for.
Vibe
gastropub salsa night, casual dining-to-dance crowd
Music
Salsa social (Wednesday nights)
When it fills
Wed 18:00–23:00 (venue hours; salsa within that window)
Neighbourhood
Polk Street, San Francisco
Floor
Upstairs dining/bar space with large street-facing windows; dance happens in same room as service
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Frequently Asked Questions
What dance styles does Upcider, 1160 Polk St host?
Upcider, 1160 Polk St hosts salsa events. The music split is: Salsa (1 event). Salsa social (Wednesday nights). Check the weekly schedule above for exact times.
When are dance events at Upcider, 1160 Polk St?
Upcider, 1160 Polk St has 1 weekly event on Wednesday. The busiest night is Wednesday. Wed 18:00–23:00 (venue hours; salsa within that window). See the full schedule above for start times and styles.
How much does it cost to dance at Upcider, 1160 Polk St?
Entry at Upcider, 1160 Polk St is Free (before 11pm). Prices may vary by event. Check each event above for details.
Where is Upcider, 1160 Polk St located?
Upcider, 1160 Polk St is located at 1160 Polk St 2nd floor, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA, San Francisco, USA. It's in Polk Street, San Francisco. Use the map above for directions.
Do I need a dance partner to attend events at Upcider, 1160 Polk St?
No, you don't need a dance partner. Social dance events at Upcider, 1160 Polk St welcome solo dancers at all levels. You're welcome to ask anyone to dance; no partner needed.
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