Cafe Du Nord

Cafe du Nord is a music venue located in the basement of the Swedish American Hall with its own entrance on Market Street. The space holds up to 300 people standing and includes professional sound equipment plus five restrooms with shared sinks.

The venue emerged after the Swedish American Hall was built in 1907 as a community meeting place in the Market Street area. It has continuously hosted music events ever since, becoming embedded in San Francisco's cultural development.

The place has become a fixture in San Francisco's music scene by hosting local and touring artists across many genres. The below-ground setting creates a closer connection between performers and audiences than typical concert halls.

The venue sits below street level, so expect stairs to reach the entrance from Market Street. Visitors should arrive early as the standing room fills up quickly during events.

A hidden interior staircase connects the space to the Swedish American Hall above, providing access to the full building during private or special events. Most visitors never discover this concealed passage that transforms what seems like a separate venue into part of a larger complex.

Inception: 2017

Website: http://cafedunord.com

GPS coordinates: 37.76670,-122.43000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:22