7 Mile House

About the Business

Specialties

Established in 1858, 7 Mile House is a historic, family and dog-friendly restaurant serving up a unique mix of homestyle American and Filipino food with lots of outdoor seating. At 7 Mile House restaurant, our dedication to the community is unwavering as we strive to create a welcoming atmosphere where you feel at home, because your comfort and connection with us truly matter.

History

Established in 1858.

Located in the San Francisco Bay Area for more than 160 years, 7 Mile House is the only Bay Area mile house left standing in its original location. From our colorful history as a stagecoach stop in the 1800s and an infamous sports gambling joint in the 80s, to becoming an award-winning establishment, 7 Mile House boasts great food, drinks and a unique history. Prior to COVID-19, 7 Mile House also thrived as a neighborhood sports bar and live music venue -- activities which we have placed on hold while the world gets through this pandemic. Once the situation normalizes, we will be back stronger than ever. If the 1906 earthquake, the 1918 Spanish Flu and the Great Depression didn't shut us down, COVID-19 surely won't. With our community's support, 7 Mile House will live another 166 years!

Meet the Business Owner

Business owner information

Vanessa G.

Business Owner

Vanessa Garcia, originally from the Philippines, was a drummer, singer and founder of the Philippine-based all female pop-rock group 'Prettier Than Pink'. After graduating from the University of the Philippines in 1996, she moved to the US, and graduated from Golden Gate University with a Masters in Science degree in Public Relations (1999). Vanessa worked as a PR consultant for technology companies such as Sun Microsystems and Sybase. Using only her music and PR background, Vanessa took over 7 Mile House in 2004 and turned it into an award-winning family and dog-friendly restaurant, sports bar and live music venue. She is also a pioneer of the Filipino food movement in the Bay Area, introducing dishes like adobo and sisig to a mostly American and Italian menu. Garcia recently wrote and self-published the book 'See You at the 7 - Stories From the Bay Area's Last Original Mile House', positioning herself as an historian and guardian of 7 Mile House history.