EndUp

06/02/2008 Posted by agenthosen

The EndUp is one of those clubs I had heard about for years before ever stepping foot in. Once I moved to a house a couple blocks away, I knew it wouldn't be long before I experienced the infamous club for myself. What I discovered was a place that soon became my new favorite late night/weekend morning dancing venue--The patio with it's waterfall and fountain, the chill space with it's comfy fur covered couch and warm fireplace. Yes, the people hurling in the garbage can, the long lines for the bathroom with people passed out in the stalls, the aggressive, bug-eyed, sweaty men and the stiletto-heeled women trying to swim in the fountain and hanging their breasts over the balcony certainly made it clear how it had earned it's less-than-pure reputation, but it was actually cool, and I developed a quick affinity for it-- especially when it plays host to some of my favorite parties. However, my experience this last Saturday/Sunday has now made me wonder if the EndUp has finally become just another big money club with a lot of attitude and no soul. The patio was still there, but the comfy, fur covered seating? Gone. In it's place was a sea of ugly, Camel Cigarette brand tables. In fact, the Camel brand was appallingly everywhere, and only showed that the owners have given up style and class for free gear from cigarette companies. New furniture aside, the most disappointing moment came when we left and tried to return 2 hours later in the morning, to find that although the party we had come to support was going on until noon, the folks at the door would be charging us a brand new $20 entrance fee. They insisted it was a "different" party, and our stamps had expired at 7am, even though we'd only come back for the end. The nasty woman at the ticket window screeched at us, "we have to make money too!" as though we were vermin trying to rip them off despite having spent buckets at the bar all night long. A neighbor and a patron, the EndUp has lost me as a fan.

Cons: Tricky, unfair entrance fees

02/13/2008 Posted by omelocs

been goin to the end up off and on for about 8 years. the best soulful house nite in town. was great when it was Devotion and still a great night with david harness' super soulful nite. very Nice Vibe and positive crowd.

05/02/2007 Posted by jm_inc_prof_partier

Lets be honest everyone is high at the endup. You go there to do that sort of thing. The club itself is kind of dingy and gross, but when your high, you don't care. The music is good, you can always find a dance partner, even at 8 a.m. on Sat. morning. IMO Sun. mornings are the best time to go. Lots of hot girls and guys are there for the taking. All in all you will either love the endup or hate it. And always remember: everyone ends up at the endup.

Pros: always find parking, open all the time on weekends, better than average looking crowd, eveyone is very easy to talk to and friendly

Cons: bouncers pat you down like crazy, get caught with anything illegal bouncers not very nice at all

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11/20/2006 Posted by mriver80

Awesome dance scene, fantastic beats and well worth the cover to get in. A great see and be seen with an awesome patio area to help you refresh and rehydrate.

09/20/2006 Posted by azboogie46

Going to the End Up is like getting together with family (the ones that you look forward to seeing) My partner Bob and I have been "hanging out" at the End Up for many years and although we have recently relocated to Arizona, the End Up will always be the place we feel welcome and loved. If you have never been there, you are missing a chance to experience what San Francisco is all about. It's about being yourself, not being judged by your lifestyle, your skin color, your status or beliefs, but being welcomed as an individual who like everyone else is experiencing the same sense of freedom, acceptance, and bonding through the beat of the music

Pros: Atmosphere, music, great staff

Cons: Sushi

09/19/2006 Posted by sadvanilee

The new owners have given the place a much needed cleanup and the endup is better than ever. The patio is still one SF's best, and the weekend marathons are amazing.

Pros: Clean, open late, great DJ's and drinks.

Cons: Crowded after hrs, get in a little earlier and set in for the night.

09/19/2006 Posted by plushusnati

this was the first club I went to when i first moved to San Francisco...and when i come to the city (4 times a year)...I go to the End Up. the party recently got ferocious...I think it's the new ownership...brings back the old days...

Pros: music, atmosphere, people

Cons: I don't go for the drink...but it's there...most people drink water...that's how hot the party is...i guess that's a pro.

03/09/2006 Posted by lizzya

Ever since the new owners took over, ths place has been headed to the dumps and fast.

Pros: outdoor area, late hours

Cons: creepy guys

09/12/2005 Posted by latinbabe87

This is the only place to End-UP after a nite of partin'! All my friends N I always hang out here for Drinks, Good Music to chill or to Dance to. The service from the bartenders N the freindly security make this a safe & fun place to be. The outside patio area is GREAT!!! to be able to lounge & socialize out in the sunshine makes it twice as fun!!

Pros: lots of lounge area, outside heat lamps, games

Cons: no parking lot

09/12/2004 Posted by michelleatencion

No matter how long it's been you know the second you walk in your somewhere familiar. The music lures you in and either playing pool, chillin on the patio, or dancing there heart out is someone you recognize... so kick back get a drink and enjoy the music because the DJ's are there for ur- workin it. Most times it happens to get a little crowded but it's worth the good time!!!

Pros: Good Music, Fun people, out-there talks