I love everything by the Delancey Street Foundation. They helped us
move when we bought our house, and...more »I love everything by the Delancey Street Foundation. They helped us move when we bought our house, and it was a great experience. Sure, the manager had multiple piercings, a hundred tattoos, and looked like he could break me in half, but they were the model of professionalism. Everyone who works there is a graduate of their rehabilitation program. They don't accept tips but ask you to make a donation, instead.
Super Atomic sub is the best. These sandwiches are perfectly made,
and toasted in a pizza oven which...more »Super Atomic sub is the best. These sandwiches are perfectly made, and toasted in a pizza oven which is rarely done.
On a hot sunny day there is no better place to be. Ocean beach has
soft white sand, a cool ocean breeze...more »On a hot sunny day there is no better place to be. Ocean beach has soft white sand, a cool ocean breeze and all of the eccentric people of San Francisco.
Brain Wash Cafe...I can get work and
laundry done at the same time! How is that for multitasking? They...more »Brain Wash Cafe...I can get work and laundry done at the same time! How is that for multitasking? They also have good food, good coffee, good cookies, and most importantly, beer and wine. They even have a happy hour. I inevitably leave feeling insanely productive, and slightly buzzed.
When I interviewed Jessica, we sampled the house Ozumo sake and
tasted it with different dishes. It...more »When I interviewed Jessica, we sampled the house Ozumo sake and tasted it with different dishes. It was crazy how the flavors and experience of the food changed when eaten with the sake. I can't wait to go back for a full-on tasting and pairing! I love that the waiters will do customized flights, based off your order.
Chocolate Bandido at Limon
and Locanda's Warm Chocolate Cake (with almond
milk gelato, cocoa nib croccante,...more »Chocolate Bandido at Limon and Locanda's Warm Chocolate Cake (with almond milk gelato, cocoa nib croccante, earl grey) are both amazing. Clearly, I am a fan of warm, gooey, rich chocolate cake with ice cream.
The sushi pizza is kind of intriguing! It could be really terrible,
but then again, it could be really...more »The sushi pizza is kind of intriguing! It could be really terrible, but then again, it could be really yummy. Crispy salmon skin and unagi sounds like it could be good, at least.
I had death sauce today! It burned...in a good way. Next time, I
want to try the wings, but no-one else...more »I had death sauce today! It burned...in a good way. Next time, I want to try the wings, but no-one else seems crazy enough to want to try them with me :-(
My grandmother is older than the bridge (82 years old) and she
wants to go to the bridge's birthday...more »My grandmother is older than the bridge (82 years old) and she wants to go to the bridge's birthday celebration. Looking forward to the fireworks. ; )
Bean Bag, Mini Bar, Mojo's and AA liquor store are some of where we
typically drop our $10s. We love...more »Bean Bag, Mini Bar, Mojo's and AA liquor store are some of where we typically drop our $10s. We love Divis!
Bistro Don Giovanni is awesome! I've been
here a few times now and its definitely one of my favorites....more »Bistro Don Giovanni is awesome! I've been here a few times now and its definitely one of my favorites. Always a fun atmosphere - its a good sized place but the layout makes it feel very intimate, feels as though you are at a friends for a dinner party. They also have a really cool sculpture at the front and a cute little kitty running around the property.
I love watching all the pups play at Lafayette
Park! Such a great place to hang out on a nice day. I...more »I love watching all the pups play at Lafayette Park! Such a great place to hang out on a nice day. I also really like grabbing a sandwich and sitting on the bench at the end (or start- depending on where your coming from) of the Filbert Steps at Coit Tower.
Now that the weather is really getting nice I love to get froyo -
Yoppi Frozen Yogurt is a great cause...more »Now that the weather is really getting nice I love to get froyo - Yoppi Frozen Yogurt is a great cause its located right downtown and you can mix and match all the flavors and toppings your heart desires.
Had a nice little time at Norway Day - got some free shots of
akvavit and stocked up on my favorite...more »Had a nice little time at Norway Day - got some free shots of akvavit and stocked up on my favorite chocolate brand- Freia! So creamy and smooth perfect with pretzels : )
Another great food pilgrimage is at Bella Vista restaurant on
Skyline Blvd in Woodside. Its a bit of...more »Another great food pilgrimage is at Bella Vista restaurant on Skyline Blvd in Woodside. Its a bit of a drive up in the hills but its pretty awesome. Nestled in the redwoods this place is kinda confusing at first- seemingly random spot, dirt parking lot, cabin like structure. Once you get inside though you will fall in love with the views. Very cozy and romantic. They have great food too! Fabulous steaks, abalone, and HUGE amazing souffles. Great spot to just get away.
I love Sous Buerre kitchen at Sugarlump Coffee Lounge. The dinner is
amazing, served Tuesdays through...more »I love Sous Buerre kitchen at Sugarlump Coffee Lounge. The dinner is amazing, served Tuesdays through Saturdays, and they even have $4 champagne on Wedneday nights.
check out the brand new Region Restaurant & Bar (FiDi) this
Thursday:http://www.pinchit.com/deals/1166/region-restaurant-bar-fidi...more »check out the brand new Region Restaurant & Bar (FiDi) this Thursday:http://www.pinchit.com/deals/1166/region-restaurant-bar-fidi
I go to St. Francis Fountain for their vintage
trading cards. A fresh wax pack of Topps Michael Jackson...more »I go to St. Francis Fountain for their vintage trading cards. A fresh wax pack of Topps Michael Jackson cards from 1985 or Simpsons cards from 1990 is more than work the trip for me!
I love 24 Hour Fitness for it's convenience and
low cost - especially if you're a Costco member. You...more »I love 24 Hour Fitness for it's convenience and low cost - especially if you're a Costco member. You can buy a membership for less than $15 a month!
Guy Fieri's growing on me. Tee Off
Bar is the only spot that I've been to, and their pancetta mac
n...more »Guy Fieri's growing on me. Tee Off Bar is the only spot that I've been to, and their pancetta mac n cheese is to die for. Literally, try it. You'll die.
Don't forget to stop at Miette for the chocolate cupcakes w/
marshmallow frosting that look like boobies!...more »Don't forget to stop at Miette for the chocolate cupcakes w/ marshmallow frosting that look like boobies! They are so good! https://www.miette.com/pickup/old-fashioned-1.html
My friends and I have driven to Taquerias El Farolito many times late at
night after a night of drinking....more »My friends and I have driven to Taquerias El Farolito many times late at night after a night of drinking. So deliciousss drunk and not drunk.
The Sycamore is one of my favorite bottomless mimosa brunch places,
and I love being able to mix and...more »The Sycamore is one of my favorite bottomless mimosa brunch places, and I love being able to mix and match sliders! Also, they have pork belly donuts. It is like all my articles rolled into one! If only they had crabs to crack out back on the sun-filled patio...
Magnolia Pub & Brewery has great food
as well as their beer! I like that theres a shoutout to the
stout-braised...more »Magnolia Pub & Brewery has great food as well as their beer! I like that theres a shoutout to the stout-braised short ribs in this article!
I had Vietnamese style steak carpaccio from Yummy
Yummy recently...one of the best Vietnamese dishes...more »I had Vietnamese style steak carpaccio from Yummy Yummy recently...one of the best Vietnamese dishes I've ever had. If the wait at San Tung Chinese Restaurant is too long, this place is right next door
The Grand Nightclub is definitely becoming
TOO popular-- so many people on Fridays and Saturdays! I...more »The Grand Nightclub is definitely becoming TOO popular-- so many people on Fridays and Saturdays! I think I prefer Infusion Lounge now!
I love the atmosphere of Acquerello, classy but not pretentious!
Plus there's that bonus of having amazing...more »I love the atmosphere of Acquerello, classy but not pretentious! Plus there's that bonus of having amazing food...
I've been looking for a local swimming hole for a while now. No
more sneaking 'round hotel security...more »I've been looking for a local swimming hole for a while now. No more sneaking 'round hotel security for me!
Madrone is a fantastic spot with great drink deals. I believe
Tuesday they have $2 Tecates and $5 Jameson....more »Madrone is a fantastic spot with great drink deals. I believe Tuesday they have $2 Tecates and $5 Jameson.
I'm looking for a good place to get cupcakes for my wedding
(instead of a traditional wedding cake)....more »I'm looking for a good place to get cupcakes for my wedding (instead of a traditional wedding cake). Does anyone have a good recommendation?
Nice; you used a picture of the new bikeways in Golden Gate Park -
so much better! If only people parking...more »Nice; you used a picture of the new bikeways in Golden Gate Park - so much better! If only people parking their cars can get with the program ;)
What about Feast of Words: A Literary Potluck?
http://www.somarts.org/programs/feast-of-words-a-literary-potluck/...more »What about Feast of Words: A Literary Potluck? http://www.somarts.org/programs/feast-of-words-a-literary-potluck/
haha, I've been to The
Alembic plenty but never noticed the $38 belgian beer...looks
like it'll get...more »haha, I've been to The Alembic plenty but never noticed the $38 belgian beer...looks like it'll get the job done though
LOVE Waterbar for oyster + a view. It's a Top
10 places to take visitors for me. When I have no peeps...more »LOVE Waterbar for oyster + a view. It's a Top 10 places to take visitors for me. When I have no peeps to impress and want to stay close to home, I go to Farallon for their M-F $1 oyster happy hour!
The Slanted Door in the Ferry Building and Gaylord's in Ghirardelli
Square have great views. If you...more »The Slanted Door in the Ferry Building and Gaylord's in Ghirardelli Square have great views. If you go, Gaylord's has wonderful Dal soup.
Cafe de la Flore on 12th and clement all the way! Bomb sandwhiches,
bomb coffee, sweet pastries, super...more »Cafe de la Flore on 12th and clement all the way! Bomb sandwhiches, bomb coffee, sweet pastries, super friendly staff, great cozy ambiance. cant say enough about cafe la flore...
Southern Pacific Brewing! It opened up a
month or two ago in the Mission. The cavernous space manages...more »Southern Pacific Brewing! It opened up a month or two ago in the Mission. The cavernous space manages to be cozy and industrial chic at the same time, with a tree inside, an outdoor patio, good food, and a fantastic beer selection, including brews made in-house.
Pandora - San Francisco Centre is
absolutely magical. It's the ultimate tourist trap, but with the
Westfield...more »Pandora - San Francisco Centre is absolutely magical. It's the ultimate tourist trap, but with the Westfield San Francisco Centre and its diverse array of shops and delicious food options at the food court you'll never get bored. It's the perfect people watching spot, and the public heart sculptures at the four corners give San Francisco its signature welcoming philosophy.
A new store opened in the Marina called Fawn
http://www.yelp.com/biz/fawn-san-francisco awesome store...more »A new store opened in the Marina called Fawn http://www.yelp.com/biz/fawn-san-francisco awesome store of cocktail dresses and jewelry...I am in love!
You forgot Marnee
Thai, the very best Thai food in all of San Francisco! Also, I
live right around the...more »You forgot Marnee Thai, the very best Thai food in all of San Francisco! Also, I live right around the corner from Kingdom of Dumpling and I've never tried it. Now I must.
every time I'm flying solo, I try to stop at a pop-up or Off the
Grid for some delicious, cheap take-away...more »every time I'm flying solo, I try to stop at a pop-up or Off the Grid for some delicious, cheap take-away food truck grub. Yum!
Does Bourbon and Branch count as a hidden gem?
Whenever I'm meeting folks there, I tell them to look...more »Does Bourbon and Branch count as a hidden gem? Whenever I'm meeting folks there, I tell them to look for a street corner in which the long line of people *clearly* do not belong in the Tenderloin. If I weren't so keen to get in there and have my elderflower champagne cocktail every time, I'd stick around for an anthropological study of interactions between the natives and the well-heeled visitors.
Really raising the bar here. I'll consider Foreign
Cinema and Waterbar. When the time is right, of
course....more »Really raising the bar here. I'll consider Foreign Cinema and Waterbar. When the time is right, of course.
sawyer camp is the most beautiful trail. I used to bike it every
saturday morning with my parents when...more »sawyer camp is the most beautiful trail. I used to bike it every saturday morning with my parents when I was little and now walk it with friends/fam when I need a good walk and talk. it's nice because the distance you walk is labeled too so no need to keep track yourself.
The Disposeable Film Festival is a great underground event. And,
Pinchit's selling cheap tix. Hop on...more »The Disposeable Film Festival is a great underground event. And, Pinchit's selling cheap tix. Hop on 'em if you like indie films.
I was there and got to choose an outfit! So much fun! My outfit was
worth $500!! I would do it again...more »I was there and got to choose an outfit! So much fun! My outfit was worth $500!! I would do it again in a second!
Hung over Sundays = eating ALL day. Looking forward to powering
through some of these picks. Very kind...more »Hung over Sundays = eating ALL day. Looking forward to powering through some of these picks. Very kind of you Jonathan.
I still need to try the Alcatraz night tours. I hear it's a lot of
fun where you get access to parts...more »I still need to try the Alcatraz night tours. I hear it's a lot of fun where you get access to parts of Alcatraz that aren't open to the general public (during the day). Plus there is booze- always a plus!
Q reminds me of Homeroom in Oakland. Their menu is composed of
several types of fabulous mac and cheese...more »Q reminds me of Homeroom in Oakland. Their menu is composed of several types of fabulous mac and cheese and beverages are served in clear plastic cups, like the ones they used to use in school cafeterias.
I wish La Barca was still around. I used to look forward to my
Saturday nights beginning at La Barca...more »I wish La Barca was still around. I used to look forward to my Saturday nights beginning at La Barca eating Enchiladas .....so good, esp. with chips and guacamole!
My warm day weekend routine involves a stop by Arguello Market for an Italia, followed by
a stroll to...more »My warm day weekend routine involves a stop by Arguello Market for an Italia, followed by a stroll to the Conservatory of Flowers, and concluded by an hour or so of stuffed sunning.
I just did the Twin Peaks "urban hike." It was trying at times, but
well worth it. And the best part...more »I just did the Twin Peaks "urban hike." It was trying at times, but well worth it. And the best part is, from an exercise stand point, there's a series of peaks you can hike 'til you drop.
Thank you so much for this list. Now, I can get my visiting parents
off my back without dumping them...more »Thank you so much for this list. Now, I can get my visiting parents off my back without dumping them somewhere roach infested.
R&G was good but not memorable enough for me to remember what I
ate. I'm definitely going to give it...more »R&G was good but not memorable enough for me to remember what I ate. I'm definitely going to give it another go, though.
The Bitter End is fried, greasy, and
amazing. Not to mention their stellar happy hour prices. Been to...more »The Bitter End is fried, greasy, and amazing. Not to mention their stellar happy hour prices. Been to trivia?
The 33 goes up and around Twin Peaks. Great views, and I get a seat
more often than not. Oh, and it...more »The 33 goes up and around Twin Peaks. Great views, and I get a seat more often than not. Oh, and it takes you right to Dolores.
Buffalo Burgers Restaurant on Geary is a good place to eat for
under ten dollars since every time I...more »Buffalo Burgers Restaurant on Geary is a good place to eat for under ten dollars since every time I have gone I rarely spend over $10 and I get a burger, fries, and a drink. Sometimes you may pay 11 dollars but it is still worth it! The food is very filling and delicious!
Didn't know about all the great bookstores in North Beach. Throwing
it out there: Green Apple Books...more »Didn't know about all the great bookstores in North Beach. Throwing it out there: Green Apple Books is my favorite SF bookstore.
All these places are great! I've been looking, for a while now, for
the lake & paddle boats. Any idea?...more »All these places are great! I've been looking, for a while now, for the lake & paddle boats. Any idea?
This article inspired me to have too much fun on Sunday, which is
causing me to have a not so fun Monday....more »This article inspired me to have too much fun on Sunday, which is causing me to have a not so fun Monday. Totally worth it.