The Buena Vista
7.5Locals Score / 10#9 of 20 Restaurants in San Francisco
Known forIrish CoffeeBread PuddingSteakCarrot Cake
A historic San Francisco pub famous for Irish Coffee, located at the end of the cable car line near Fisherman's Wharf. Order the Irish Coffee, bread pudding, or steak—the bar serves drinks only while food requires table seating. Expect a 10-minute wait during busy times and a lively, packed atmosphere.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
|---|---|
| Price | $$ |
| Phone | (415) 474-5044 |
| Website | thebuenavista.com |
| Nearest transit | — |
| Time needed | — |
| Best time to go | — |
| Last verified | July 21, 2026 |
Locals Score
7.5/10- Value6.0
- Excellence7.5
- Local love6.5
- Authenticity8.0
- Lasting reputation8.0
- Distinctiveness8.5
Nearby in Ask San Francisco
- Cafe de CasaCafé0.04 km · 1 min walk
- Buena Vista CafeBar0.08 km · 1 min walk
- Cartoon Art MuseumMuseum0.1 km · 1 min walk
- Aquatic Park BeachBeach0.25 km · 3 min walk
- Fisherman's WharfNeighborhood0.31 km · 4 min walk
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