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Buddha Lounge
901 Grant Ave, At Washington Street, San Francisco, CA 94108
+1 415 362 1792
#43 of 1235 things to do rated by Real Travelers

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Nestled away in one of Chinatown's most bustling locales, this "smoke den" keeps a mysteriously low profile despite the crowds of Chinatown locals and curious hipsters who file in around noon and leave when the moon is up. Inside, a five-foot altar to Buddha watches from behind the bar as drinkers relax in Cantonese-style red vinyl booths. Enjoy the mysterious atmosphere with your favorite drink between bouts of sightseeing or after a long day at work at Buddha Lounge. Patrons claim that this is one of San Francisco's best kept secrets that's not to be missed.

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Area

at Washington St

Hours

Mo to Su from 01:00 PM to 02:00 AM

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