At the midpoint of the Filbert steps, near tourist favourite Coit Tower, The Malloch is a streamline Moderne gem built in 1937. I discovered it after watching Dark Passage, a 1947 Bogart and Bacall film noir. Lauren Bacall's character lives on the third floor and Bogey holes up there. A Deco beauty cruising towards the Bay. It has the coolest lift ever.

Start the day with a well-balanced overpriced coffee in an industrial setting.

Reliably divey, with an ample back patio, ill-advertised punk shows and the occasional appearance of dollar oysters.

for all your fancy pencil needs. In the same building, you have a bunch of nice other stores (fancy japanese object, magazine, ceramics & a brunch place.)

My favourite low-key bar with art deco fixtures. Don't come here!