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Stanford University - Nightlife - Nightlife - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.08

Nightlife

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Primary Areas with Nightlife
  • Castro Street in San Francisco
  • Downtown Palo Alto
  • The Haight in San Francisco
  • The Mission in San Francisco
  • SOMA in San Francisco
Other Places to Check Out
  • B412
  • British Bankers Club
  • Club Illusions
  • Fanny & Alexander Restaurant
  • Island Grill
  • Joya Restaurant & Lounge
  • The Old Pro
  • Rose & Crown English Pub & Restaurant
  • The Rose and Crown English Pub & Restaurant
Local Specialties Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.: Sierra Nevada beer is brewed in Chico, Calif.
Favorite Drinking Games
  • Beer pong
  • Card games
  • Century club
  • Power hour
  • Quarters
Useful Resources for Nightlife unofficial.stanford.edu

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Most of the Stanford experience revolves around on-campus activities. On any given weekend, there are many popular parties on campus, especially in Greek houses. There are also many house parties and/or progressives. Many Stanford students hang out with their small groups of friends on Saturdays and Sundays before going out to major parties.  

Students are usually satisfied with the campus nightlife, and when it gets old, students go into the city, on occasion, to experience a new atmosphere. It is true that Stanford's spring quarter is the best quarter for nightlife and parties. There is something to do almost every day of the week, and it always involves something exciting and fun.

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Nightlife at Stanford University

alenab23

Psychology '12

3.8
B+

Work Hard, Play Hard!

There is always something to do and some where to go. We are a work hard, play hard type of school. If you can't find something to do, they are always people going somewhere who can help you.

Mar 18, 2012

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Nightlife at Stanford University

dparra

Industrial and Product Design '14

2.3
C

Lacking Underage Nightlife

If you have no car, not good. If you're under 21, not that great. Campus parties need more room to dance and better djs. But if you go with very fun people, then it is worth it.

Mar 19, 2011

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Nightlife at Stanford University

alotis

Communications '14

3.5
B

Fratastic

The options to go out on weekends are limited to the Row, which depending on your scene may or may not be a good thing. Alcohol is available, everything is in walking distance, but the all-campus parties do officially close at 1am. There is definitely no pressure to go out; some people stay in and do homework or watch movies, and no one will judge you for it. Nights are definitely hit-or-miss.

Feb 03, 2011

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User rating for Stanford University - Nightlife is 3.5 out of 5 based on 25 user reviews.

Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

Rate the off-campus bar and club scene on the following topics

What is the party scene like on campus?

What’s the best way to get to the popular nightlife spots?

Facts

Club Crawler

There are only a couple of clubs right around campus. Students don’t visit them very often, but once in a while, it can be fun. For more serious clubbers, San Francisco is the way to go.

Closing Time

2 a.m.

Cheapest Place to Get a Drink

Any major happy hour in Palo Alto

Organization Parties

Frats and sororities throw a lot of parties on the weekends.

Did You Know? Every Thursday night is "Senior Night" at Stanford. The senior class picks an off-campus location and hosts a party for seniors only. Some weeks, these nights are at casual bars, while other weeks, seniors dress up and wine and dine at five-star restaurants in the city. The senior class also organizes and subsidizes bus rides to get to and from the event.

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The Edge

The Edge features hip-hop and house music and occasional live bands, which have included acts such as Alien Ant Farm. It’s 21-and-over, except on Tuesdays.

260 S. California Ave.

Palo Alto

(650) 321-6464

theedge.club.net/info.html

Yoshi’s Oakland

Yoshi’s features world-class, live jazz performances. Come early and eat some sushi at the adjoining Japanese restaurant.

510 Embarcadero West

Jack London Square, Oakland

(510) 238-9200

www.yoshis.com/oakland

1015 Folsom

A very popular nightclub with multiple levels and rooms, 1015 features celebrity DJs and is right in the middle of the SOMA (South of Market) club scene.

1015 Folsom St.

San Francisco

(415) 431-1200

www.1015.com

DNA Lounge

One of SF’s more colorful night scenes, DNA Lounge features electronic music, wild lights and visual displays, and fluorescent-costumed dancers.

375 Eleventh St.

San Francisco

(415) 626-1409

www.dnalounge.com

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The Oasis Beer Garden

The Oasis has cheap pitchers and features great food, like hamburgers and pizza.

241 El Camino Real

Menlo Park

(650) 326-8896

theoasisbeergarden.com/

Rudy's Pub

The sign above the door reads, "Cheap food, warm beer, lousy service."

117 University Ave.

Palo Alto

(650) 329-0922

Nola

Nola serves South American and Pacific Rim-style food in addition to its bar area.

535 Ramona St.

Palo Alto

(650) 328-2722

www.nolas.com

Antonio’s Nut House

The Nut House is dark and somewhat dirty, with peanut shells all over the floor. It has pool and a jukebox, and serves decent Mexican food.

321 California Ave.

Palo Alto

(650) 321-2550

www.antoniosnuthouse.com

The Dutch Goose

Another dimly-lit bar with the names of Stanford students carved into every table. Try the deviled eggs.

3567 Alameda de las Pulgas

Menlo Park

(650) 854-3245

www.dutchgoose.net/Dutch_Goose/Home.html

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Hometown
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Major
Communications, Spanish

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