Timeline
15:44
Grab a drink at Vesuvio's. This historic bar has been a favorite since the Beat Generation era and is open well before sunset.
16:14
Walk to the Embarcadero Center to browse the shops or find a quiet spot in the atrium. The center opens at 10:00, so it is open by late afternoon.
17:14
Watch the sun set toward the WSW from the Embarcadero Center. The golden light starts around 16:34, leading into the sunset at 17:14.
17:59
Dinner at Tadich Grill. As the oldest restaurant in California, it serves seafood in a classic atmosphere and stays open until 21:30 on weekdays.
Local tip
Vesuvio's is a bit of a walk from the center, but the history is worth the 13 minutes. Tadich Grill is just a 3-minute walk from the Embarcadero Center, making it an easy end to the evening.
Check before you go
- Vesuvio's is open Mo-Su 06:00-02:00.
- Embarcadero Center shops are open Mo-Su 10:00-17:00.
- Tadich Grill is open Mo-Fr 11:00-21:30 and Sa 11:30-21:30.
Worth knowing
- Tadich Grill is open at 17:59 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
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