The House of Shields

A piece of San Francisco history since 1908, The House of Shields at 39 New Montgomery Street in the Financial District operates from 2pm to 2am every day. Located in an early 20th-century masonry structure, the establishment originated as a men's club where women were not allowed until the early 1970s. Its basement may have been a speakeasy during Prohibition, with rumors of an undiscovered tunnel connecting to the Palace Hotel across the street. You'll find no TVs or clocks at this inviting bar. It attracts a wide range of people who appreciate handcrafted classic cocktails and a no-nonsense approach.