Visitors in San Francisco, California, United States can find Columbus Cafe, a operational vintage photo booth featuring traditional dip-and-dunk film processing. Established in 1936, Columbus Cafe is a piece of San Francisco history. Stop by during happy hour to get two for one draft beers and snap some pics in their $5 booth.
Opening hours for Columbus Cafe: Daily 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
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Columbus Cafe · San Francisco
Columbus Cafe
OperationalSan Francisco
Columbus Cafe is listed as operational in San Francisco, California, United States. Photo strips, $5 per strip, cash only.
Location & directions
562 Green St, San Francisco, California, United States
37.79974, -122.40843
Telemetry
- Cost
- $5per strip
- Hours today
- Daily 8:00 AM – 10:00 PMopen now
- Payment
- Cash Only
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Tariff
| Photo strip | $5 |
|---|---|
| Payment | Cash Only |
Listed price · confirm at the machine
Knowledge base
Frequently asked questions about Columbus Cafe
Is the photo booth at Columbus Cafe still working?
Yes, as far as we know. We last checked on May 18, 2026. If you turn up and it's out of order, tap "Report an issue" on this page so the next person doesn't waste a trip.
How much is a strip at Columbus Cafe, and can I pay by card?
$5 for a strip. Cash only — bring coins or small notes.
Is Columbus Cafe a real film photo booth or a digital one?
Real film. The strip is developed with real photo chemistry inside the machine, so give it a few minutes to drop.
Do I need to book, or can I just walk up to Columbus Cafe?
Just walk up. It's a coin-op booth, not a hire service — no booking, no attendant. If the venue is open, the booth is on.
How many photos do you get at Columbus Cafe, and how long does it take?
One strip of four shots for $5. The machine takes the four in quick succession, then develops the strip on the spot — usually three to five minutes before it drops into the slot.
What time can I use the booth at Columbus Cafe?
Daily 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM. The booth is inside the venue, so those are the hours that matter.
How do I get to Columbus Cafe?
It's at 562 Green St, San Francisco, California. Use the map above for transit, walking or driving directions from wherever you are.
Can I get into Columbus Cafe with a wheelchair or a pram?
We haven't checked access at this venue. Classic booths have a fixed bench and a curtain, so the booth itself is a tight fit; the venue's own access is the thing to ask them about.
What if the booth at Columbus Cafe is out of order when I get there?
It happens — these machines are decades old. Scroll to "Nearest booths" in San Francisco for the closest alternative, and tap "Report an issue" so we can flag it for everyone else.
When was Columbus Cafe last checked?
May 18, 2026, by us. If you've been more recently, mark it visited on this page — that's how we keep listings honest.
About
Established in 1936, Columbus Cafe is a piece of San Francisco history. Stop by during happy hour to get two for one draft beers and snap some pics in their $5 booth.
Hours
Daily 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Verification
- Status
- Operational
- Last checked
- May 18, 2026
- Source
- community sources
- Classification
- Analog
- Listing updated
- May 18, 2026
- Photo signals
- 0
