Locals say the Gold Dust Lounge is the only bar in the neighborhood where the drinks’ prices are reasonable and the conversation is good. (Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times)
With its burlesque decor, the Gold Dust Lounge is packed on a recent Sunday. (Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times)
A flier on the saloon door publicizes the campaign to save the bar. (Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times)
The bar is full of the character that many think is fading from San Francisco. (Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times)
Patrons enter the Gold Dust Lounge through its saloon door on a recent Sunday. (Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times)
A bar patron wears colorful attire. (Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times)
The Powell Street establishment has been run by two brothers for more than four decades. (Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times)
