Where is Gino & Carlo?

Gino & Carlo is in North Beach, San Francisco, at 548 Green St, San Francisco, CA.

What kind of bar is Gino & Carlo?

It's a easy on the wallet North Beach spot that leans dive, historic, and neighborhood.

What is Gino & Carlo known for?

Opened 1942 — North Beach's old-Italian-guys bar par excellence, Beat-era regulars (Ferlinghetti, Saroyan) drank here when it was already old, and two pool tables in the back.

Who is Gino & Carlo good for?

It's a solid pick for small friend group, solo, and post-bocce.

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Gino & Carlo

Gino & Carlo is a easy on the wallet dive, historic, and neighborhood bar in North Beach. Opened 1942 — North Beach's old-Italian-guys bar par excellence and Beat-era regulars (Ferlinghetti, Saroyan) drank here when it was already old set the tone.

Directions View on map Website

548 Green St, San Francisco, CA · (415) 421-0896

The vibe

Dive, historic, neighborhood, and old guys — easy on the wallet.

Best for

Small friend group, solo, post-bocce, and writer friend.

Things to do

Watch the game, drink with a Beat-era ghost, and pool.

What makes Gino & Carlo worth it

opened 1942 — North Beach's old-Italian-guys bar par excellence
Beat-era regulars (Ferlinghetti, Saroyan) drank here when it was already old
two pool tables in the back
Giants/49ers on every screen, no pretense
the kind of place where the bartender knows your dad

Good to know

Where is Gino & Carlo?: Gino & Carlo is in North Beach, San Francisco, at 548 Green St, San Francisco, CA.
What kind of bar is Gino & Carlo?: It's a easy on the wallet North Beach spot that leans dive, historic, and neighborhood.
What is Gino & Carlo known for?: Opened 1942 — North Beach's old-Italian-guys bar par excellence, Beat-era regulars (Ferlinghetti, Saroyan) drank here when it was already old, and two pool tables in the back.
Who is Gino & Carlo good for?: It's a solid pick for small friend group, solo, and post-bocce.