I’ve been MIA for a while, and I’m really sorry about that.  Since my last post there have been several changes in the SF nightlife scene, a lot of new venues have popped up and some old favorites have received facelifts.  The latter is true with Manor West, formally known as Boss.  A SoMa fixture, Boss had been steadily falling off the radar for some time, so the change makes perfect sense.  Overall, Manor West is a great addition to the SF nightlife scene.

While I’m not fully reviewing Manor West at this time (I usually like to go to a venue several times before forming an opinion), I was impressed with what I saw.

Positives: The venue looks completely different from Boss on the interior.  No more dingy carpet, or awkwardly divided sections, the space is open and flows beautifully.  The color scheme and general vibe for some reason reminds me of Slide, just updated.  I’ve been told that the club is aiming for a more mixed crowd to compete with places like Vessel, Infusion Lounge, and the previously mentioned Slide.  The VIP section is nicely integrated with the rest of the venue and gives VIPs easy access to the dance floor.  Two bars are more than enough for the space and service was pretty quick (the picture above is of the larger bar).

Negatives: The exterior of the club was pretty much untouched, which is a shame, I wish they would have been consistent with the theme and brought aspects of that outside.  It basically looks like an empty commercial office building.  The only other negative I can immediately think of is the restrooms, this is another area that was clearly not part of the renovation plans as it just received minor updates (i.e. a fresh paint job).  These aren’t deal breakers at all, but it’s the difference between a great club and a legendary venue.

Overall, I’d definitely pay Manor West a visit regularly, but the million dollar question is can it stand the test of time?

Here’s what the Yelpers have to say about it so far.