Fishermen's Grotto San Francisco Menu Dinner 1951 Seafood Cocktails Wine List

This vintage Fishermen's Grotto menu from San Francisco, California, dated Sunday, April 29, 1951, offers an authentic glimpse into mid-20th century seafood dining at the iconic No. 9 Fishermen's Wharf location. The menu features a wide array of seafood specialties including fresh Monterey abalone, jumbo prawns, crab meat dishes, oysters, clam chowders, and classic cocktails like the Old Fashion and Manhattan. The interior includes detailed sections for today's specials, seafood salads, shrimp and prawn dishes, and a notable Victory Dinner selection, embodying the rich culinary heritage of San Francisco's waterfront.The cover artwork showcases a charming fisherman illustration framed with rope border, accented with images of a crab and lobster, printed in blue and yellow on card stock. The menu is a bifold format with green and blue typography throughout, presenting a comprehensive wine and bar list including imported vintages, champagnes, bourbons, and scotches. The menu also lists prices in the vintage style of the early 1950s, adding to its collectible appeal. An approximate measurement, based on a visible scale, shows the closed size to be about 11.5 inches tall. This piece is a wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of culinary history, San Francisco memorabilia, and vintage restaurant ephemera.

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