The Silver Peso bar in downtown Larkspur, Marin County, stands as a nostalgic watering hole, uniquely resistant to gentrification in an affluent area where housing prices average $2.1 million. With its rich history serving various community roles before becoming a tavern, it offers a rare space where everyone, regardless of wealth, can enjoy a drink and play pool together. Local patrons emphasize the bar's authentic atmosphere, highlighting its role in maintaining a sense of community amidst the encroaching affluence of the surrounding area.
With a shot and a beer in hand, the scene feels like it could be from any Americana watering hole - except for the ZIP code, which happens to be one of the wealthiest in the nation.
The Silver Peso, which beckons patrons with a neon sign featuring a martini glass and cactus, has stayed immune to the tides of gentrification.
My experience is that once people come through the door, they check their egos. They can be billionaires - literal billionaires - and they're just playing pool with a bunch of contractors.
There's no way they're gonna gentrify this,
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