Bars with live music & dancing

Top of the Mark

999 California St., 415-392-3434; www.topofthemark.com

If you want to show him (or her) you mean business, throw on your little black dress and head to the Top of the Mark for champagne, live music, and eye-popping views from 19 floors up. This is an old-fashioned kind of place, in the very best way.

Uva Trattoria

1040 Clinton St., Napa; 707-255-6646; www.uvatrattoria.com

If you're looking for a place to kick back and listen to some soul-satisfying jazz with a refreshing cocktail in hand, Uva is the place. Located in downtown Napa, Uva offers live jazz five nights a week (no cover charge), with special guest performances every Saturday night. The perfect answer when you need a relaxed, un-snooty, good old-fashioned fun night out. Want to mix it up? Head over to Downtown Joe's (902 Main St., Napa; 707-258-2337; www.downtownjoes.com) for a cold beer and more live music.

Calistoga Inn

1250 Lincoln Ave., Calistoga; 707-942-4101; www.calistogainn.com

Calistoga Inn has the Valley's most robust entertainment. From open-mic Wednesdays to jazz on the patio every night to dancing in the pub on Friday and Saturday, the Calistoga Inn is the place for night owls looking for a little fun. http://calistogainn.com/