The Pawn Shop - Review - Soma - San Francisco - The Infatuation

"Tucked behind the giant "Money Loaned" sign on Mission St. in SoMa, there’s a speakeasy serving up tapas like jamón serrano, gambas, and patatas bravas alongside glasses of red sangria. But a secret password with vague connections to a payday loan isn’t needed for entry. Instead, be ready to part with a prized (or not-so-prized) possession. Hand it over to the pawnbroker for their ever-growing collection, and you'll be ushered through a hidden door into a windowless room with a glowing bar, stained glass windows, and a crowd of folks fresh off from work. While the tapas aren’t great—the gambas are bland and are four for $19—getting one and splitting a glass of cabernet is still a good way to inject some fun into your post-work plans." - Ricky Rodriguez