Knockout

"There’s always something going down at this Bernal Heights dive bar, so even your average boring Monday can become not-boring with a simple trip here. Mondays are also when karaoke happens and everyone in the place unleashes their inner Mariah Carey. If you’re not already convinced to make this your new go-to spot, this place also hosts DJs and live musicians, has a pretty sizable dance floor, and does Thursday night bingo. " - julia chen 1, will kamensky

"The Knockout is a dark, divey bar that hosts a wide array of live music every weekend—but what you’re really here for is the Sweater Funk dance party. On the first Saturday of every month, you’ll be teleported to a world full of '70s and '80s soul, funk, and boogie, making this the perfect stop for groove aficionados of all types. So get your best disco shades (or thrift some up on Valencia)—and don’t be surprised when someone sees your outfit and yells, “Disco!”" - Ricky Rodriguez

"Fog machines and punk rock bands combine to create one of the most fun live music bars in the city. Even without the music, this Bernal Heights place would still be a great dive, with well drinks, Happy Hour, and bingo nights. Expect The Knockout to be your last stop of the evening, because once you walk in, you won’t ever want to leave." - Lani Conway, Will Kamensky, Julia Chen 1, Ricky Rodriguez

"There’s always something going down at The Knockout—so even your average boring Monday can become not-boring with a simple trip to this Bernal Heights dive bar. Mondays are also when karaoke happens and everyone in the place taps into their inner Mariah Carey. If you’re not already convinced to make this your new go-to spot, this place also hosts DJs and live musicians, has a pretty sizable dance floor, and does bingo on Thursdays." - Julia Chen

"Punk is alive and well and getting plastered at the Knockout. The bar’s associated with nearby punk record store and label Thrillhouse Records, hence its leanings. The venue is usually a big scene with beer and music and dancing, but the pandemic has chilled out the show and moved it outside. They’ve got disco and funk listening parties in the parklet, and are featuring food from Outer Orbit." - Caleb Pershan, Becky Duffett