"Previously a 1946 jazz venue in the Art Deco Monadnock building on Market, Dawn Club is all kinds of old-school. From the Al Capone-styled bouncers out front to the banker’s lamp on the host desk, Dawn Club is committed to the bit. And unlike many spots in this city, everyone inside is also dressed like they’re actually going out. Expect a menu of whiskey-forward classic cocktails to go alongside the calendar of live jazz every night. Walk-ins are tough on the weekends, so try to get a reservation. " - julia chen 1, ricky rodriguez, patrick wong