The Saloon

1232 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA

The Saloon

I actually feel a bit ashamed that I had not visited this place sooner as I’ve walked by it probably a hundred times. Perhaps it was because it is too accessible being right there on the main drag in North Beach.

This I believe this can be called the “Oldest Bar in San Francisco.” There is a sign and everything so it must be true!

There was also a Hell’s Angel biker regular in the bar that kindly explained to me why this is the oldest bar since the Old Ship and Elixir have clearly been renovated but the Saloon still has all the original furnishings and artwork.

It definitely feels that way as well as everything is properly worn with not a right angle in the whole place. May this place stand forever.

I think it’s dog friendly as a small pup had the run of the place while we were there but not sure if it’s just a locals thing.