Ground Floor Restaurant
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252 California St, San Francisco, CA 94111
Second-generation ground floor restaurant with upscale finishes and cable-car facing frontage in a central business district.
Property Size3,030 SF
Days on Market56
Property Features for 252 California St
General Information
Standard status
Active
Size
3,030 SF
Property subtype
retail
Listing Agency:
San Francisco
(415) 228-3072
Listed By:
Laura Tinetti · License #01358500
(415) 228-3072
Source:
Property.jll
Added: Jun 7
Changed: Jul 10
Last Checked: Jul 31 at 1:45PM
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Based on property information with market context.
This second-generation ground floor restaurant space is designed for full-service dining, with upscale interior finishes throughout. The location’s prior identity as a well-known seafood concept supports continuity for restaurateurs seeking an established restaurant buildout.
The property is positioned at the intersection of California and Battery Streets in the Financial District. Frontage faces the iconic San Francisco cable-car line running along California Street, and nearby BART and Muni stations provide convenient transit access.
The combination of a restaurant-ready interior and high-visibility frontage makes the space a strong fit for operators looking to serve office-area customers and capture street-level activity from one of the city’s most recognized transit routes. Proximity to established dining destinations such as Tadich Grill, Wayfare Tavern, Pabu, Holbrook House, and Schroeder’s may also support a tenant mix aimed at business dining and after-work traffic.
The property is positioned at the intersection of California and Battery Streets in the Financial District. Frontage faces the iconic San Francisco cable-car line running along California Street, and nearby BART and Muni stations provide convenient transit access.
The combination of a restaurant-ready interior and high-visibility frontage makes the space a strong fit for operators looking to serve office-area customers and capture street-level activity from one of the city’s most recognized transit routes. Proximity to established dining destinations such as Tadich Grill, Wayfare Tavern, Pabu, Holbrook House, and Schroeder’s may also support a tenant mix aimed at business dining and after-work traffic.
Key Highlights
- Second‑generation ground floor restaurant space at 244 California Street, former home of Aqua Restaurant
- Frontage faces the iconic San Francisco cable‑car line along California Street
- Upscale interior finishes throughout the restaurant space
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
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Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
29,598
Businesses Nearby
56k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use
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Business Placement
Foot Traffic Nearby
Groceries 38%
Hotels & Casinos 35%
Dining 26%
Safeway
Groceries
21,490 visits/mo
0.2 miles
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Hotels & Casinos
19,605 visits/mo
0.5 miles
Starbucks
Dining
5,972 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Tender Greens
Dining
5,722 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Luke's Lobster
Dining
1,650 visits/mo
0.4 miles
Demographics for 94111, CA
4,306
Population
3,050
Households
1.4
Avg Household Size
44
Median Age
65%
College-Educated
87%
High-School Grad
0.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
14,353
Density / Sq Mi
$131,343
Median Household Income
$90,965
Median Earnings
$2,334
Median Rent
$1,217,300
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in San Francisco, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Second-generation ground floor restaurant with upscale finishes and cable-car facing frontage in a central business district.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 252 California St San Francisco, CA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Second‑generation ground floor restaurant space at 244 California Street, former home of Aqua Restaurant; Frontage faces the iconic San Francisco cable‑car line along California Street; Upscale interior finishes throughout the restaurant space
