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Alfredo Bacchini, a well-liked waiter in San Francisco, decided to open a storefront restaurant at 886 Broadway Street in 1928. Alfred's was soon serving the who's who of the city. During the bleak days of prohibition, the restaurant was closed down for a brief, very brief, time - politicians still wanted a good drink and a great steak! Historical moments came and passed. The Golden Gate and the Oakland Bay bridges were built, helping bring in business from the East Bay and Marin. World War II rushed in with thousands of troops stationed in the Bay Area or waiting embarkation on troop ships. While in San Francisco, many of the troops and officers came to know Alfred's atop Broadway. Many still return from all parts of the world to enjoy Alfred's warm hospitality and world-renowned steaks once again. Broadway saw many changes as the years passed. The Broadway tunnel was built; the beatniks put North Beach on the map; Finocchio?s, Vanessi?s and Carol Doda brought the tourists. In 1973, Art Petri and his son, Al, purchased the restaurant. They worked diligently to bring the restaurant into the 21st century without compromising the traditional qualities that have made Alfred's such a respected restaurant. 1997 was a big year for Alfred?s and the Petri Family. After losing the lease for the coveted valet parking lot across the street, the decision was made to move. ...