Fading fast in SF, according to article this morn:
http://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/nevius/article/Is-it-last-call-for-dive-bars-in-San-Francisco-5737259.php
Ah, many a young writer, including this one, found characters there, probably during the 7 a.m. happy hour, who were important in one's literary education. Dive bars are far more important to a vibrant culture than, say, boutiques.
http://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/nevius/article/Is-it-last-call-for-dive-bars-in-San-Francisco-5737259.php
Ah, many a young writer, including this one, found characters there, probably during the 7 a.m. happy hour, who were important in one's literary education. Dive bars are far more important to a vibrant culture than, say, boutiques.