Legacy Business Map
Find over 400 Legacy Businesses. Filter by business type, neighborhood, or business name.Go to the map
Heritage Happy Hour
These casual "no-host" gatherings are held at a different Legacy Business each month. Find the next event!
Legacy Walks
Pick a neighborhood and experience San Francisco through its Legacy Businesses!
Get help for your Legacy Business
The Office of Small Business can provide guidance on leasing, permitting, and much more!
First in the nation
San Francisco's Legacy Business Program is the first-of-its-kind program in the United States and is pioneering a new take on government's involvement in maintaining and promoting the small business community. The Legacy Business Program cultivates a vibrant and an only-in-SF cultural and civic experience.
Now, more than two dozen cities - and counting - have their own programs: Legacy business programs nationwide.
Resources for Legacy Businesses
More resources for small businesses
Legacy Business Mixer: Thursday, May 7 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Join us at Fior d'Italia located at 2237 Mason St. in North Beach for the 5th Annual Legacy Business Mixer. Register for the free event through the Small Business Week event page.
The Legacy Business Mixer, an official event of San Francisco Small Business Week, is a cheerful annual celebration of San Francisco’s 500+ registered Legacy Businesses. It’s also a place for Legacy Business owners to meet, socialize, and network. Appetizers will be provided, in addition to a no-host bar. The event will spotlight host Legacy Business Fior d'Italia.
With a history as rich as San Francisco itself, Fior d’Italia has built up a tremendous reputation for outstanding traditional Italian food, fantastic service, and an elegant atmosphere. Founded in 1886, Fior d’Italia is the oldest Italian restaurant in America, dedicated to the authentic cuisine and traditional recipes that “Mama” made for the family in Northern Italy.
Let's raise a glass in appreciation of the Legacy Businesses that make San Francisco truly special!
News and Reports
Our San Francisco Legacy
The Legacy Business Program is an important part of maintaining the city's cultural identity, which helps provide local residents with employment, a sense of place, and community involvement. This supports Mayor Daniel Lurie’s key priority to revitalize the economy by cultivating a vibrant and an only-in-SF cultural and civic experience. The best way to support these businesses is to visit them!Interactive map of Legacy BusinessesAbout
A Legacy Business is a for-profit or nonprofit business that has operated in San Francisco for 30 or more years. The business must contribute to the neighborhood's history and/or the identity of a particular neighborhood or community, and it must commit to maintaining the physical features or traditions that define the business, including craft, culinary or art forms.
The registration process for the Legacy Business Program includes nomination by Mayor Daniel Lurie or a member of the Board of Supervisors, a written application, an advisory recommendation from the Historic Preservation Commission, and approval of the Small Business Commission.
Inclusion on the Registry provides Legacy Businesses with recognition and support as an incentive for them to stay in the community. The program also provides educational and promotional assistance to encourage their continued viability and success in San Francisco.
Contact information
Address
1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place
San Francisco, CA 94102
Phone
Legacy Business Program
legacybusiness@sfgov.org