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Caffe Trieste

North Beach

The West Coast's first espresso house still pours dark, bold cappuccinos in a timeless space filled with vintage photos, Beat Generation nostalgia, and the occasional Nietzsche reader at midnight.

Historic coffee house
Espresso pioneer
Literary hangout
Italian-American vibe

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💵cash only
☕"perfect for people-watching, soaking up North Beach nostalgia" (7x7 Bay Area)

Caffe Trieste

601 Vallejo St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

+1 415-392-6739

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caffetrieste.com

Upcoming at Caffe Trieste

Saturday, Jun 13
Live Opera Performances

Live Opera Performances

June 13

Since 1956, this North Beach institution has been roasting espresso on-site and filling the air with live opera on weekends. Think vintage charm, strong coffee, and timeless Italian cafe culture.

Opera Saturdays

Opera Saturdays

June 13 at 1pm

Papa Gianni's baritone fills this 1956 espresso house every Saturday afternoon, with regulars singing along to Verdi. It's a timeless North Beach ritual steeped in Italian coffee culture and literary history.

Caffe Trieste Saturday Concert

Caffe Trieste Saturday Concert

June 13 at 2pm

San Francisco's longest-running show happens every Saturday at this legendary Beat Generation cafe. Settle in for three hours of Italian-flavored jazz, show tunes, and Piaf—just buy a drink and stay as long as you'd like.

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