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Black Cat Café Site

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710 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94111

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Sobre este lugar Black Cat Café Site

Muito antes da Castro, a vida queer de São Francisco passava por um bar boêmio na 710 Montgomery Street, na antiga Barbary Coast. O Black Cat Café (1933-1964) atraía escritores, marinheiros, excêntricos de North Beach — e, cada vez mais, homens gays, que o tornaram o local de encontro gay mais famoso da Costa Oeste em uma época em que servi-los era legalmente perigoso. Seu coração era José Sarria, contratado como garçom em 1951, cujas óperas de drag satíricas lotavam a casa todos os domingos. Ele terminava cada apresentação fazendo com que toda a sala se levantasse, desse as mãos e cantasse "God Save Us Nelly Queens" — ao alcance do ouvido da prisão do outro lado do beco, onde homens presos em batidas policiais eram detidos. Em 1961, Sarria concorreu ao Conselho de Supervisores de São Francisco, o primeiro candidato abertamente gay a um cargo público em qualquer lugar dos Estados Unidos, obtendo cerca de 6.000 votos e provando que um bloco de votação gay existia; mais tarde, fundou o Imperial Court System, uma das mais antigas redes de caridade LGBTQ+ do mundo. O bar também obteve uma das primeiras vitórias legais de direitos gays da América: em Stoumen v. Reilly (1951), a Suprema Corte da Califórnia decidiu que o estado não poderia revogar uma licença de bebidas alcoólicas apenas porque homossexuais se reuniam ali. As autoridades continuaram a pressão de qualquer forma, e após anos de assédio, a licença foi revogada em 1963; o Cat fechou em fevereiro de 1964. O que você vê hoje: um belo edifício no distrito histórico de Jackson Square com uma placa comemorativa instalada em 2007. O espaço agora abriga o Maison Nico, uma padaria-restaurante francesa — não há nada queer para ver lá dentro, e a visita é a placa, a fachada e o conhecimento do que uma sala cheia de braços dados um dia significou. Combina bem com um passeio por North Beach.

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Christopher M
Ago 2026
★★★★★

This was completely worth it. Definitely get reservations in advance -seating is limited. We had reserved a table, but arrived early so camped out at the bar and just stayed there; it was great. I was convinced to share the Polenta-- I was dubious. It was fantastic, and wished I didn't have to share. Everything was good.

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Claire B
Ago 2026
★★★★★

Maybe it wasn’t our evening ... a clam soup without clams. We were more on a consummate cauliflower .. Gnocchi presented as an appetizer numbered 5. They are not pasta but cheese fritters - barely cooked. 75 dollars for 3 starters + 1 glass of wine + a hot drink ... for a clam-free soup, a random starter ... all in a weird and subdued Mood. Bad pickaxe ⛏️ 😳😳

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Robert1189📷🚴‍♂️
Ago 2026
★★★★★

Been many years since we had last been to the Black Cat, we had a very pleasant waiter, seated in the front room in the corner which was very nice. I ordered the special, trout and my wife had shrimp pasta, both dinners were excellent. It was nice atmosphere, and we enjoyed our evening out there.

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CAfoodandwinelover
Ago 2026
★★★★★

This is the second time we have eaten here while vacationing in Cambria. Both times, our meal was exceptional. The food is expertly prepared using the best quality ingredients. Portions are generous. This restaurant deserves to be the best restaurant in Cambria.

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Kathleen C
Ago 2026
★★★★★

What an incredible dinner. It was our anniversary so we wanted it to be special. It was! We had the hot bread, salads, scallops and trout. We topped it off with a delicious chocolate and caramel mousse with a cookie. We’re going back for sure!

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Craig P
Ago 2026
★★★★★

The food was delicious, healthy, and well prepared. The atmosphere is casual, which fits for Cambria. The prices were right in line with the quality of the food.

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Munro1954
Ago 2026
★★★★★

Discover a culinary treasure tucked away just off Main Street in Cambria. This intimate eatery offers a romantic dining experience. Our evening began with their exquisite homemade crab cakes, accompanied by a refreshing julienne mango and shrimp salad, all perfectly complemented by a zesty remoulade sauce. The main course featured succulent sea scallops nestled in a bed of creamy corn pudding, enhanced by a tomatillo cream sauce, earthy mushrooms, fresh cilantro, and a rich brown butter. The Black Cat impresses not only with its innovative flavors but also with its value. Generous portions are served at reasonable prices, and the attentive staff ensures a seamless dining experience. For those seeking a memorable meal in Cambria, this hidden gem is a must-visit destination. Its unique menu, featuring both sweet and savory creations, showcases the restaurant's commitment to culinary excellence

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Shiva P
Ago 2026
★★★★★

I ordered two salads for takeout. Each cost $15. What I got was a side salad which would need just 4 or 5 mouthfuls. Plus stale bread. Horroble salad, overcharge, and bad bread. Totally bad experiemce. The restaurant itself is run down. They need to renovate. Outside seating is dilapidated.

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jen
Ago 2026
★★★★★

Great food, great service. Nice quiet restaurant in a converted bungalow. Beer and wine only, no liquor. The staff was friendly and helpful as the food was delicious.

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Teresa S
Ago 2026
★★★★★

We went for an early dinner, as we had wine for lunch (haha). The charred caesar salad was nice. LOVED the polenta, the steak was cooked perfectly but ask for the sauce on the side. We also split a dessert. The restaurant was cold (as we got there when it opened) but the service was friendly.

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