Where is The Grubstake?

The Grubstake is in Polk Gulch, San Francisco, at 1525 Pine St, San Francisco, CA.

What kind of bar is The Grubstake?

It's a easy on the wallet Polk Gulch spot that leans dive, historic, and late-night.

The Grubstake

The Grubstake is a easy on the wallet dive, historic, and late-night bar in Polk Gulch. Converted railroad dining car welded onto a Polk Street facade — actual streetcar interior and open until 4am — one of SF's most reliable late-night options set the tone.

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1525 Pine St, San Francisco, CA · (415) 228-8420

The vibe

Dive, historic, late-night, and weird — easy on the wallet.

Best for

Post-everything crew, rowdy crew, and out-of-towners with stamina.

Things to do

4am burger, homemade pie, and bar conversation at 3am.

What makes The Grubstake worth it

converted railroad dining car welded onto a Polk Street facade — actual streetcar interior
open until 4am — one of SF's most reliable late-night options
diner menu (burgers, milkshakes, Portuguese specials from owner Fernando) with a full bar
since the late 1960s in this configuration; roots back ~100 years
narrowly survived a 2019 demolition plan — Legacy Business protection
Portuguese-American owner means surprisingly legit linguiça

Good to know

Where is The Grubstake?: The Grubstake is in Polk Gulch, San Francisco, at 1525 Pine St, San Francisco, CA.
What kind of bar is The Grubstake?: It's a easy on the wallet Polk Gulch spot that leans dive, historic, and late-night.
What is The Grubstake known for?: Converted railroad dining car welded onto a Polk Street facade — actual streetcar interior, open until 4am — one of SF's most reliable late-night options, and diner menu (burgers, milkshakes, Portuguese specials from owner Fernando) with a full bar.
Who is The Grubstake good for?: It's a solid pick for post-everything crew, rowdy crew, and out-of-towners with stamina.