THE SECOND

CENTURY BEGINS

Our story


Julius Castle was built over a century ago by Italian immigrant Julius Roz, who arrived in the City with nothing and lived to be the king of his own castle.  There are few restaurants more famous and dear to the people of San Francisco than Julius Castle.  After more than a decade of restoration we have arrived at our goal:  To welcome people back to this iconic castle and carry on its legacy.


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Coit Tower on a hillside above buildings, including one marked “JULIUS CAESAR,” with trees in front.

Private Events


Julius Castle is one of San Francisco's oldest restaurants still in its original location. After a herculean restoration effort and the development of a new team, this iconic building is now open for dining and private events.

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History


The story of Julius Castle is inseparable from the story of Telegraph Hill and San Francisco itself. Through generations of change, a castle has remained part of the landscape of Telegraph Hill. Its story is one of the many chapters in the history of this City by the Bay.

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Nighttime view of a warmly lit Julius Castle