Vesuvio Cafe
Vesuvio Cafe: A Bohemian Landmark
Discover Vesuvio Cafe, a historic cocktail bar in San Francisco's Chinatown, offering unique drinks and a vibrant atmosphere steeped in artistic legacy.
Nestled in the heart of Chinatown, Vesuvio Cafe is a vibrant cocktail bar and lounge that offers a unique blend of history, ambiance, and delightful drinks. A must-visit for any tourist!
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
Public Transit - Bus
From San Mateo, head to the nearest bus stop on El Camino Real. Take the SamTrans bus route 292 towards San Francisco. After approximately 30 minutes, get off at the 'Broadway & 4th' stop. Walk east on Broadway until you reach Columbus Ave. Turn right onto Columbus Ave, and continue walking for about 10 minutes until you arrive at 255 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133, where Vesuvio Cafe is located.
Public Transit - Train
Make your way to the San Mateo Caltrain station. Board a northbound Caltrain train heading towards San Francisco. After about 30 minutes, disembark at the 'San Francisco' station. From the station, walk to the Embarcadero BART station (about 10 minutes). Take the BART train towards Daly City and get off at the 'Montgomery St.' station. Exit the station and walk west towards Kearny St, then turn left on Kearny St. Walk for about 5 minutes, then turn right onto Columbus Ave. Continue for another 5 minutes to reach 255 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133.
Walking
If you're already in downtown San Mateo, you can take a leisurely walk to the San Mateo Caltrain station. Once there, board a train heading north towards San Francisco. After approximately 30 minutes, you'll arrive at the 'San Francisco' station. From there, walk towards the Embarcadero and then follow the directions provided in the train guidance above to reach Vesuvio Cafe at 255 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133.
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