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Maven Properties
Property Details
- Property Type Retail
- Property Size 5,000 SF
- Date Updated Mar 20, 2025
Opera Plaza is situated at 601 Van Ness Avenue, in the heart of San Francisco’s vibrant Civic Center district. Situated at the base of a 450-unit residential complex, this available opportunity is a second-generation restaurant space with a rich history of decades-long success. Its central location has made it a popular destination for government employees, politicians, theater and opera enthusiasts, as well as countless locals and tourists.
The larger development offers an array of amenities, including diverse retail shops, office spaces, and restaurants, creating a dynamic, self-sustaining environment for visitors and residents alike. The property is located directly across from the State of California building and within walking distance of iconic landmarks such as the Herbst Theatre, War Memorial Opera House, City Hall, Superior Court of California, Asian Art Museum, San Francisco Public Library, and more.
This is an exceptional opportunity to lease a restaurant space with strong potential for success, catering to breakfast, lunch, and dinner crowds, right in the heart of San Francisco.
Reach out to the broker for more info on lease terms and amenities
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Location
- City San Francisco, CA
- Neighborhood Van Ness - Civic Center
- Zip Code 94102
- Market San Francisco
Points of Interest
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Eddy Street & Van Ness Avenue
0.14 miles
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Taxi Stand at San Francisco Superior Court (along Polk Street)
0.15 miles
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Eddy Street & Gough Street
0.19 miles
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Taxi Stand atSan Francisco Symphony / War Memorial Opera House (along Franklin at Grove St in front of Symphony parking lot)
0.23 miles
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Eddy Street & Larkin Street
0.24 miles
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Hayes Street & Gough Street
0.32 miles
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Eddy Street & Laguna Street
0.32 miles
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Eddy Street & Hyde Street
0.35 miles
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Market Street & Larkin Street
0.37 miles
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Market Street & 9th Street
0.37 miles
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Shell
0.09 miles
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EVgo
0.25 miles
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Tesla Destination Charger
0.52 miles
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Electrify America
0.57 miles
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Standard
0.59 miles
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Arco
0.88 miles
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Chevron
0.95 miles
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76
1.03 miles
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Volta HQ Charging Station
1.39 miles
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San Francisco, CA - Geary Boulevard Supercharger
1.41 miles
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Performing Arts Garage
0.22 miles
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Civic Center Garage
0.22 miles
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UC Law San Francisco Parking Garage
0.25 miles
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Sutter Place Garage
0.44 miles
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BevMo Parking
0.45 miles
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EZ Public Parking
0.50 miles
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USA Parking
0.52 miles
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Public Parking
0.53 miles
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SP+
0.56 miles
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Enterprise Car Rental Parking
0.61 miles
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Max's Opera Cafe
0.03 miles
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Bodega
0.06 miles
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Salty's
0.10 miles
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Kitchen Aloha
0.10 miles
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Round Table Pizza
0.13 miles
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Ike's Kitchen
0.14 miles
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Burger King
0.14 miles
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Hinata
0.15 miles
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Pronto Pizza & Espresso
0.15 miles
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Plaj
0.17 miles
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Trader Joe's
0.35 miles
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The Market
0.40 miles
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East Mall
0.50 miles
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Safeway
0.56 miles
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Sutter Fine Foods
0.57 miles
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Kintetsu Mall
0.57 miles
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Nijiya Market
0.60 miles
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New People
0.61 miles
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Webster Street Bridge
0.61 miles
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Harvest Urban Market
0.62 miles
601 Van Ness Ave Listing Brief
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A property’s location contributes to the asking rent almost as much as its characteristics do. For instance, central urban locations with high walkability or suburban locations with ample parking and easy access by car will claim higher rents but offer superior access to your customer base. Likewise, the quality of the building systems and property finishes have a significant impact on how businesses can conduct their activity there, as well as on the experience of their customers.
601 Van Ness Ave is located in Van Ness - Civic Center, which is home to a total of 39 listing(s). The rent for retail space at 601 Van Ness Ave is available upon request. Feel free to reach out using the contact form conveniently included on this page to find out more about what the property can offer for your business.
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The property includes 5,000 square feet of retail space for lease. Of this total, 5,000 square feet are Restaurant.
For more information or to schedule a tour of the property, use the convenient contact form on this page to get in touch with a representative.
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You should keep in mind that different areas gradually build a reputation as hotspots or desirable corridors for shopping, eating, or other entertainment and consumer activities. So, while renting retail space in an area with a well-established high-end reputation might mean more customers that are more willing to spend, it will also place you in a more competitive environment.
Knowing your ideal customer is essential. For your consideration, the average age of residents in Van Ness - Civic Center is 40. The average household income here is $88,491 per year.
Access more in-depth information about this property — including ownership, tenant details, property characteristics and transaction history, along with local market insights and much more — on CommercialEdge.