Amelie

Address
1754 Polk St
San Francisco, CA 94109 United States Get Directions
Phone (415) 212-6916
Website https://www.sfamelie.com/live-music

Vibe: Romantic Parisian Lounge | Dimly Lit & Sultry | Sophisticated Social Hub

Amelie is a quintessential French wine bar that feels like stepping into a modern Parisian night—intimate, stylish, and just a little bit theatrical. Tucked into Lower Nob Hill/Polk Gulch, it’s one of those dependable spots where you can show up without a complicated plan and still end up having a polished, memorable evening. The room is defined by its glowing, back‑lit bar stacked high with red wine bottles, casting a warm, ruby light that makes the whole space feel cinematic and date‑ready.

Live music & atmosphere  
Amelie walks a line between cozy and buzzy: early in the evening it works beautifully for low‑key conversation, but as the night goes on the energy ramps up. Live jazz sets and occasional DJs add a subtle soundtrack rather than overwhelming the room, with a mix of lounge, French, and global sounds that fit the space. By peak hours it can feel pleasantly packed and animated, more like a chic Parisian salon than a quiet wine cellar.
Food
The menu leans into modern French small plates designed for sharing and lingering over glasses of wine. Cheese and charcuterie boards are the anchor, built with artisanal selections that pair well with both French and New World pours. Flatbreads, escargot, and other bistro‑style dishes round things out, making it easy to turn a casual drink into a full evening without ever leaving your table.
Drinks
Wine is the star at Amelie, with an extensive list that moves confidently between French classics and international discoveries. Customizable wine flights are a signature draw, letting you taste your way through different regions with guidance from staff who actually enjoy talking about what they pour. There are also a handful of cocktails and simple options for non‑wine drinkers, but the whole experience is built around the glass in your hand.
Details that define the room
• Dramatic back‑lit bar lined with red wine bottles, giving the space its signature warm glow.
• One of the neighborhood’s go‑to upscale happy hours, drawing a stylish local crowd early in the evening.
• Modern French small plates and generous boards that make sharing the default.
• A natural choice for date night, birthdays, and intimate group hangs where you want lively energy without sacrificing atmosphere.
Categories: Polk

Events at this venue

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  • Julien F

    Amelie 1754 Polk St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    French guitar and jazz singer Julien F plays at Amelie from 7-11pm on May 10th. Enjoy a glass of wine and dinner or appetizers while you listen to the music.

    Free

  • Robson Batinga

    Jazz Music Bands/Local Musicians
    Amelie 1754 Polk St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Robson Batinga is a Brazilian vocalist and multi-instrumentalist appearing at Amélie in Polk Gulch. His sets draw on samba, bossa nova, and other Brazilian popular styles, creating an intimate, acoustic-forward atmosphere that complements Amélie’s wine bar setting and encourages listeners to linger over a glass while the music unfolds.

    Free

  • Raúl

    Spanish Folk live music
    Amelie 1754 Polk St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Raúl Vargas is a Spanish folk‑influenced singer and guitarist appearing at Amélie. Raúl is half of the duo Dos Bandoleros. His sets blend acoustic Spanish folk with Manu Chao‑style groove and feel, creating a relaxed, bohemian atmosphere that fits the wine bar’s intimate Polk Gulch setting.  

    Free

  • Nilo Ayele

    Jazz Music Bands/Local Musicians
    Amelie 1754 Polk St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Nilo Ayele is a vocalist and songwriter appearing at Amélie in Polk Gulch. His music blends reggae, jazz, pop, rock, funk, and Brazilian rhythms into a modern, groove‑oriented set that fits the wine bar’s intimate, conversational atmosphere.  

    Free

  • Alberto

    Spanish Folk live music
    Amelie 1754 Polk St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Alberto Gutierrez is a Spanish guitarist and vocalist appearing at Amélie in Polk Gulch. He is one half of the duo Dos Bandoleros. His sets draw on the blend of Latin‑rooted rhythms and acoustic songcraft, bringing a warm, intimate energy that pairs naturally with Amélie’s relaxed wine bar atmosphere.  

    Free

  • Nilo Ayele

    Jazz Music Bands/Local Musicians
    Amelie 1754 Polk St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Nilo Ayele is a vocalist and songwriter appearing at Amélie in Polk Gulch. His music blends reggae, jazz, pop, rock, funk, and Brazilian rhythms into a modern, groove‑oriented set that fits the wine bar’s intimate, conversational atmosphere.  

    Free

  • Raúl

    Spanish Folk live music
    Amelie 1754 Polk St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Raúl Vargas is a Spanish folk‑influenced singer and guitarist appearing at Amélie. Raúl is half of the duo Dos Bandoleros. His sets blend acoustic Spanish folk with Manu Chao‑style groove and feel, creating a relaxed, bohemian atmosphere that fits the wine bar’s intimate Polk Gulch setting.  

    Free