Vesuvio

At this mid-20th century San Francisco landmark, the bar's patrons order at the same bar top as did the free-spirited Beat poets of the 1950s and 60s, including writer Jack Kerouac. Today, lingering historic charm and beatnik vibes delight visitors as they knock back local brews and specialties like "The Jack Kerouac" and "Bohemian Coffee." The crowd is eclectic and engaging, while warm muted decor and inviting nooks create lovely places to linger and chat. You'd be hard-pressed to find a better "people-watching" bar in all of San Francisco, as Vesuvio draws in both tourists and locals in similar numbers.