The City by the Bay is known throughout the world for so many of its magical characteristics.  Being inexpensive, however, is not one of them.  But San Francisco is also a place that caters to all walks of life, including those that don’t want to plop down $15 per drink at a fancy lounge or club.  You can save those places for the tourist, because any local will tell you that there are a bevy of dive bars and cozy cafes in town to serve you crafty cocktails or magnificent microbrews at bargain basement prices.  Yet the following establishments all have a certain je ne sais quoi–so you can pour like a prince(ss) for the price of a pauper… Toronado (547 Haight Street) The Bay Area’s proudest dive bar is also home to the most extensive collection of craft brews you’re likely to find anywhere.  And best of all, they’re all [...]