DNA Lounge

.. An after-hours SoMa club with industrial-chic decor and high-tech undertones. Complimentary Internet kiosks are peppered throughout this two-tiered space, but the main attraction is a central dance floor. Sandwiched between an elevated stage and back bar, the roomy floor gets bathed in lights and packed with an ever-changing crowd--dictated by the night's entertainment, which can range from world-famous DJs to Incredibly Strange Wrestling. Stairs on either side of the stage wind toward the upper level, with ceilings featuring exposed pipes and heating ducts. During popular events, the upstairs back area opens up, providing an additional bar and vinyl-booth seating. A mammoth sound system and excellent sight lines separate DNA from lesser clones. The second floor is surrounded by guardrails and provides some of the best views of the stage. The place often stays open till the wee hours of the morning, and bar service is surprisingly efficient for a spot that can accommodate approximately 1200 clubbers.