The Pawn Shop
The Pawn Shop is a mid-range themed, weird, and hidden bar in Tenderloin. Disguised as pawn shop and pick up gold phone outside to negotiate with 'pawn master' set the tone.
6th Street, San Francisco, CA · (415) 874-8041
Themed, weird, hidden, popular, and photo-worthy — mid-range.
Friend crew, rowdy crew, and out-of-towners.
What makes The Pawn Shop worth it
- disguised as pawn shop
- pick up gold phone outside to negotiate with 'pawn master'
- bring an item to trade for entry
- tropical tapas bar inside
Good to know
- Where is The Pawn Shop?
- The Pawn Shop is in Tenderloin, San Francisco, at 6th Street, San Francisco, CA.
- What kind of bar is The Pawn Shop?
- It's a mid-range Tenderloin spot that leans themed, weird, and hidden.
- What is The Pawn Shop known for?
- Disguised as pawn shop, pick up gold phone outside to negotiate with 'pawn master', and bring an item to trade for entry.
- Who is The Pawn Shop good for?
- It's a solid pick for friend crew, rowdy crew, and out-of-towners.
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