The Saloon (historic bar and live music venue)

The Saloon, located in North Beach at 1232 Grant Avenue, is one of San Francisco's longest-operating bars and claims continuous operation dating back to the 1860s. Since the mid-20th century it has been known for regular live blues performances and for preserving a historic saloon interior. The venue is frequently cited in local cultural histories as an enduring example of San Francisco's nightlife and music scene.