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Sam’s Grill, the fifth-oldest restaurant in the US, opened in 1867, shortly after the California gold rush. Its first location was in the old California Market, an open-air food emporium located where the Bank of America building stands now. Sam’s takes pride in serving exceptionally fresh and local seafood alongside classic San Francisco dishes from the turn of the century. Boasting old-school curtained booths, and superior traditional formal service by waiters in tuxedos, Sam’s has been a cornerstone of the San Francisco restaurant scene for over 150 years. Come join us, and take a step back in time to a more civilized era where lunches always begin with a cocktail. Start with local oysters on the half shell, clams Elizabeth with garlic, butter, and sherry wine, or classic Celery Victor. Coquille Saint Jacques, with mushrooms in cream sauce, and lobster Thermador are two of our favorite classic entrees. Finish with bourbon pecan pie or tiramisu.Sam’s Grill, the fifth-oldest restaurant in the US, opened in 1867, shortly after the California gold rush. Its first location was in the old California Market, an open-air food emporium located where the Bank of America building stands now. Sam’s takes pride in serving exceptionally fresh and local seafood alongside classic San Francisco dishes from the turn of the century. Boasting old-school curtained booths, and superior traditional formal service by waiters in tuxedos, Sam’s has been a cornerstone of the San Francisco restaurant scene for over 150 years. Come join us, and take a step back in time to a more civilized era where lunches always begin with a cocktail. Start with local oysters on the half shell, clams Elizabeth with garlic, butter, and sherry wine, or classic Celery Victor. Coquille Saint Jacques, with mushrooms in cream sauce, and lobster Thermador are two of our favorite classic entrees. Finish with bourbon pecan pie or tiramisu.