Mr. Tipples

Address
39 Fell St
San Francisco,CA94102United States Get Directions
Phone (415) 384-9365
Website https://mrtipplessf.com/home-2/

Vibe: Retro Jazz Lounge | Sophisticated & Social | Urban Speakeasy
Mr. Tipple’s Jazz Club — often referred to by its full name, Mr. Tipple’s Recording Studio — is a centerpiece of the Civic Center jazz scene. It channels the feel of a mid‑century recording studio, blending industrial‑chic details with a warm, retro atmosphere. The room walks a careful line between serious listening space and lively social lounge, making it equally welcoming for deep‑in jazz heads and friends just out for a night in the city.

Live Music & Atmosphere
Music runs nightly with a rotation of top Bay Area players, from straight‑ahead bebop trios to modern, more experimental quartets. The room layout supports both listening and conversation: a front bar area for socializing and a dedicated seating section closer to the stage for those who want to focus on the performance. Sightlines are good, the sound is tuned for intimacy, and sets tend to feel tight rather than background.

Food & Drinks
The bar leans into classic spirits and creative cocktails, with a menu that rewards lingering for multiple sets. New American small plates — think spicy fried chicken, pork belly buns, and shareable snacks — are built to work in a dim, music‑forward space. It’s very much a place where you can make a full evening of it: drinks, food, and a couple of bands without changing venues.
Details that define the room
• Nightly jazz programming with a mix of traditional and modern projects.
• Divided space: social bar up front, focused listening area by the stage.
• Recording‑studio‑inspired design with dark wood, low light, and sound‑first layout.
• Small plates menu sized for sharing during the set.
• Dress code is relaxed but the room skews a little more polished than a neighborhood bar.
Categories: Civic Center

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  • Steven Lugener

    Steven Lugerner’s SLUGish Ensemble

    Steven Lugerner’s SLUGish Ensemble
    Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Steven Lugerner is a San Francisco-based multi-instrumentalist and composer known for his “textured, nearly seamless blend of composition and improvisation” (Village Voice). As leader of SLUGish Ensemble, he blends jazz, chamber music, and experimental sounds into a bold, personal style shaped by years in NYC and the Bay Area.Steven Lugerner is a San Francisco-based multi-instrumentalist...

    $15
  • Steven Lugener

    Steven Lugerner’s SLUGish Ensemble

    Steven Lugerner’s SLUGish Ensemble
    Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Steven Lugerner is a San Francisco-based multi-instrumentalist and composer known for his “textured, nearly seamless blend of composition and improvisation” (Village Voice). As leader of SLUGish Ensemble, he blends jazz, chamber music, and experimental sounds into a bold, personal style shaped by years in NYC and the Bay Area.Steven Lugerner is a San Francisco-based multi-instrumentalist...

    $15

  • The Humidors

    The Humidors
    Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Hailing from the Bay Area, The Humidors have been churning out their own unique brand of party music for half a decade. Combining elements of hard-hitting funk, greasy soul, vintage R&B, soul, jazz and more you can be sure that this eight-piece unit is committed to the groove in all its shapes and forms. With the recent...

    $15

  • The Humidors

    The Humidors
    Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Hailing from the Bay Area, The Humidors have been churning out their own unique brand of party music for half a decade. Combining elements of hard-hitting funk, greasy soul, vintage R&B, soul, jazz and more you can be sure that this eight-piece unit is committed to the groove in all its shapes and forms. With the recent...

    $15

  • Anthony Stanco Quintet

    Anthony Stanco Quintet
    Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Jason Hainsworth | Saxophone Michael Potter | Piano Alan Jones | Bass Rodolfo Zuniga | Drums Anthony Stanco | Trumpet Anthony Stanco is a trumpet virtuoso from Southeast Michigan whose artistry is rooted in Detroit’s rich musical legacy. Mentored by Marcus Belgrave and Rodney Whitaker, he has emerged as a dynamic performer, bandleader, and educator, leading...

    $15

  • Anthony Stanco Quintet

    Anthony Stanco Quintet
    Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Jason Hainsworth | Saxophone Michael Potter | Piano Alan Jones | Bass Rodolfo Zuniga | Drums Anthony Stanco | Trumpet Anthony Stanco is a trumpet virtuoso from Southeast Michigan whose artistry is rooted in Detroit’s rich musical legacy. Mentored by Marcus Belgrave and Rodney Whitaker, he has emerged as a dynamic performer, bandleader, and educator, leading...

    $15

  • Adam Klipple Quintet

    Adam Klipple Quintet
    Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Kai Lyons | Guitar Scott Amendola | Drums Joel Behrman | Trombone Carl Schultz | Saxophone Adam Klipple | Keys Pianist and keyboardist Adam Klipple has toured the world with artists such as Veronica Swift and Lauryn Hill. Currently touring with Blood Sweat and Tears, Adam is bringing his wild and funky 5-piece band to...

    $15

  • Adam Klipple Quintet

    Adam Klipple Quintet
    Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Kai Lyons | Guitar Scott Amendola | Drums Joel Behrman | Trombone Carl Schultz | Saxophone Adam Klipple | Keys Pianist and keyboardist Adam Klipple has toured the world with artists such as Veronica Swift and Lauryn Hill. Currently touring with Blood Sweat and Tears, Adam is bringing his wild and funky 5-piece band to...

    $15

  • Kuehn Zebley Sextet

    Kuehn Zebley Sextet
    Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Malachi Whitson | Drums Ben Flint | Piano Karl Hartmann | Bass Jeff Brown | Tenor Steffen Kuehn | Trumpet Matthew Zebley | Sax Ticketed: $15-30

    $15

  • Kuehn Zebley Sextet

    Kuehn Zebley Sextet
    Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Malachi Whitson | Drums Ben Flint | Piano Karl Hartmann | Bass Jeff Brown | Tenor Steffen Kuehn | Trumpet Matthew Zebley | Sax Ticketed: $15-30

    $15

  • Dante Milano Quartet

    Dante Milano Quartet
    Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Joseph Evans | Drums Andrew Mendoza | Upright Bass Dante Milano | Piano DANTE MILANO is a Chicago-born keyboardist blending genres such as jazz, R&B, electronic and neo-soul. Rooted in the blues and jazz, he studied with many Chicago legends and has performed nationally and internationally. After attending the Oberlin Conservatory and then graduating from the...

    $15

  • Dante Milano Quartet

    Dante Milano Quartet
    Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Joseph Evans | Drums Andrew Mendoza | Upright Bass Dante Milano | Piano DANTE MILANO is a Chicago-born keyboardist blending genres such as jazz, R&B, electronic and neo-soul. Rooted in the blues and jazz, he studied with many Chicago legends and has performed nationally and internationally. After attending the Oberlin Conservatory and then graduating from the...

    $15

  • Jonathan Seiberlich Quintet

    Jonathan Seiberlich Quintet
    Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Mike Olmos | Trumpet Danny Lubin-Laden | Trombone Raffi Garabedian | Tenor Saxophone Henry Plumb | Drums Jonathan Seiberlich | Tuba Ticketed: $15-30

    $15

  • Jonathan Seiberlich Quintet

    Jonathan Seiberlich Quintet
    Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Mike Olmos | Trumpet Danny Lubin-Laden | Trombone Raffi Garabedian | Tenor Saxophone Henry Plumb | Drums Jonathan Seiberlich | Tuba Ticketed: $15-30

    $15

  • Ben Rosenblum Trio

    Ben Rosenblum Trio
    Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Mat Muntz | Bass Jake Shandling | Drums Ben Rosenblum | Piano Ticketed: $15-30

    $15

  • Ben Rosenblum Trio

    Ben Rosenblum Trio
    Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Mat Muntz | Bass Jake Shandling | Drums Ben Rosenblum | Piano Ticketed: $15-30

    $15

  • Martin Luther McCoy

    Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Martin Luther McCoy, also known as Martian Luther, is an electrifying rebel soul artist hailing from the vibrant city of San Francisco, CA. Known for his collaborations with The Roots, MoonMedicin, and SFJAZZ Collective, his unique blend of experiences has cultivated a deep and versatile musical identity, making Martin a standout figure in the contemporary music...

    $15

  • Martin Luther McCoy

    Mr. Tipples 39 Fell St, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Martin Luther McCoy, also known as Martian Luther, is an electrifying rebel soul artist hailing from the vibrant city of San Francisco, CA. Known for his collaborations with The Roots, MoonMedicin, and SFJAZZ Collective, his unique blend of experiences has cultivated a deep and versatile musical identity, making Martin a standout figure in the contemporary music...

    $15
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