San Francisco has a lot more history than meets the eye. The next time you’re downtown and yearning some comfort food, drinks, and snacks then head over to the Old Ship Saloon. Learn more about this 166 year old restaurant that used to be a ship!
The Old Ship Saloon is located off Jackson Square, in what was once the Barbary Coast neighborhood. Old Ship Saloon has been serving drinks for a century and a half, and food especially burgers for awhile.
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The Old Ship Saloon is a designated historical site. Today, the Old Ship Saloon sits atop the Arkansas, a three-masted ship that sailed into the bay in 1849.
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The Old Ship Saloon is one of the oldest bars in SF. It is shocking that the present bar/restaurant is made from the timbers of the ship that sunk beneath the reclaimed land.
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If you’re hungry, the Old Ship Saloon is now known for serving great burgers. This is the perfect place for burgers, drinks, and history in the city.
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The history here is evident if you’re curious to roam around the Old Saloon. The story of this ship, a three-masted ship that ran aground in 1849 is hard to beat!
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This San Francisco landmark and historical site serves food accessible for everyone, so expect burgers, soups, beers, fries, hearty salads, and more.
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If you want some history with your beer or drink of choice, then the Old Ship Saloon is perfect for you. Even the coasters come outfitted with tidbits of the shipwreck and history within these walls.
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Make sure to visit the Old Ship Saloon. This is one of the last remaining historical watering holes in an area quickly changing.
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Learn more about the Old Time Saloon as well about the Gold Rush and old time San Francisco in this video.
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The Old Ship Saloon Address:
298 Pacific Avenue San Francisco, CA 94111
Phone Number: (415) 788-2222
Have you been to this place? Let us know! If you’re curious about other cool stuff in the city, then read more about A World Famous Statue In San Francisco.
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