The Stud
The Stud is a easy on the wallet queer, iconic, and loud bar in SoMa. Queer institution since 1966 and reopened 2024 set the tone.
1123 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA
Hours
| Mon | Closed |
| Tue–Thu | 5 PM–12 AM |
| Fri–Sat | 5 PM–2 AM |
| Sun | 5 PM–12 AM |
Hours via OpenStreetMap — double-check before a special trip.
Queer, iconic, loud, and popular — easy on the wallet.
Friend crew and rowdy crew.
Dance and drag shows.
What makes The Stud worth it
- queer institution since 1966
- reopened 2024
- drag/dance/live/art
- John Waters used to come here
Good to know
- Where is The Stud?
- The Stud is in SoMa, San Francisco, at 1123 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA.
- What kind of bar is The Stud?
- It's a easy on the wallet SoMa spot that leans queer, iconic, and loud.
- What is The Stud known for?
- Queer institution since 1966, reopened 2024, and drag/dance/live/art.
- Who is The Stud good for?
- It's a solid pick for friend crew and rowdy crew.
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