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SF Institutions

Places that have been here longer than most SF residents. The ones worth understanding.

01
Zuni CaférestaurantHayes Valley

The roast chicken for two is a ritual. Book 45 minutes in advance.

Zuni Café
02
Swan Oyster DepotrestaurantPacific Heights

Get there before noon. The Sicilinis still run it. Cash only.

Swan Oyster Depot
03
City Lights BooksshopNorth Beach

The poetry room upstairs. Buy something from the small press shelf.

City Lights Books
04
Comstock SaloonbarNorth Beach

Pisco Punch. Ask about the history if you have time.

Comstock Saloon
05
Vesuvio CafebarNorth Beach

Upstairs window seat. Order the Kerouac Cocktail.

Vesuvio Cafe

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