The Pawn Shop is a hidden Spanish and Mediterranean tapas restaurant and speakeasy bar located at 993 Mission Street in SOMA, San Francisco. The venue features a secret entrance and serves shareable small plates with craft cocktails and an extensive wine list.

To enter The Pawn Shop, meet the Pawn Master at the door at 993 Mission Street and offer something fun, curious, or unique to pawn or trade. This could be a business card, a small trinket or anything interesting. The Pawn Master will then grant you access to the hidden dining room.

Reservations are recommended and can be made online at thepawnshopsf.com/book-a-table. Walk-ins are welcome based on availability Tuesday through Saturday from 6pm to 11:30pm.

Yes! Kinda. The Pawn Shop features a hidden entrance and a reveal-driven experience, inspired by speakeasy culture but focused on food, wine, and atmosphere.

Guests are invited to bring a fun or unique item to pawn or trade with the Pawn Master as part of the experience.

Yes, The Pawn Shop welcomes guests of all ages and all hours.

However, 200 Channels and Monarch are 21+ venues.

The Pawn Shop is located in San Francisco’s SOMA neighborhood, along the historic 6th Street corridor. Our address is:

993 Mission Street
SOMA, San Francisco, CA 94103

The Pawn Shop serves Spanish and Mediterranean-inspired tapas and shareable small plates built for passing around the table. Our menu features elevated tapas such as classic Patatas Bravas and tender Spanish Octopus. We offer a diverse selection of vegan, vegetarian, grass‑fed meat, and sustainably caught seafood dishes, crafted to bring bold, authentic tastes to the heart of San Francisco.

View our full MENU here.

The Pawn Shop has a uniquely curated cocktail list of low ABV and NA cocktails. Created by Moe Arce Jr beverage director of Monarch Management Group and Chef Jonny Meinke these cocktails infuse a blend of inhouse mixes and flavors that pair well with the tapas inspired dishes.

Yes, The Pawn Shop will host your next celebration behind the “Pawn Shop” door. The Pawn Shop offers a full-service, turn-key private event experience with a flexible format, a curated menu, premium beverage packages, and optional entertainment that turns a normal gathering into a story your guests actually talk about later. 

Ideal for:
Corporate events, meet & greets, conferences, holiday parties, birthday parties, costume parties, wedding receptions, and more.

To learn more about our Private Events, click here.

Yes! The Pawn Shop features large communal tables and is well-suited for group dining and celebrations. We host everything from intimate gatherings of 8 guests to full‑venue events for up to 200 people. Whether you’re planning a celebration or a corporate event, visit our Large Groups page to reserve your date and customize your experience.

The Pawn Shop is open Tuesday to Thursday from 5 PM to 9 PM, and Friday to Saturday from 5 PM to 10 PM. To secure your table, be sure to make a reservation HERE.

We are closed Sunday and Monday.

The Pawn Shop is secretly linked to 200 Channels, a mind-bending live theater experience, through a hidden secret door, allowing guests to move between the spaces on most nights. This unique connection creates a seamless nightlife experience with multiple venues just steps away. To see upcoming shows at 200 Channels, click here.

Accessed through hidden passageways and a secret door, Monarch can be accessed from The Pawn Shop and allows guests (on most nights) to enjoy a meal at The Pawn Shop and then party at Monarch after. Monarch’s bi-level bar and nightclub offers a night of music, party and debauchery. To see their full schedule of events, click here.

Street parking is available in SOMA, and there are several paid parking garages within walking distance of 993 Mission Street. We recommend using ride-share services or public transportation as parking in downtown San Francisco can be limited.

The Pawn Shop has a smart casual dress code. We welcome guests who dress with style and intention. Think date night or night out with friends rather than casual daywear.