Just beyond the tourist hubbub, this ketchup-and-mustard colored storefront diner serves classic American food – pancakes, waffles, and crabcakes Benedict for brunch, cheesesteaks, tuna melts, and club sandwiches for lunch – to locals and visitors who appreciate no-fuss cooking, cheerful service, and a handy location to both Fisherman's Wharf and North Beach.
Pat's Cafe
North Beach & Chinatown
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Nearby North Beach & Chinatown attractions
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