Guidebook for San Francisco
Food Scene
Great fish tacos. If you don't like loud atmosphere, opt for takeout.
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Tacolicious
741 Valencia StGreat fish tacos. If you don't like loud atmosphere, opt for takeout.
Fantastic breakfast or brunch spot. Outdoor seating allows you to watch the neighborhood go by. Don't miss the fabulous French Toast!
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Rose's Cafe
2298 Union StFantastic breakfast or brunch spot. Outdoor seating allows you to watch the neighborhood go by. Don't miss the fabulous French Toast!
Get your espresso fix and enjoy outdoors on a uniquely San Francisco "park let"
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Rapha San Francisco
2198 Filbert StGet your espresso fix and enjoy outdoors on a uniquely San Francisco "park let"
French bistro with great food and a casual, warm vibe. Be sure to ask for a table in the back room underneath the tree.
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Bistro Aix
3340 Steiner StFrench bistro with great food and a casual, warm vibe. Be sure to ask for a table in the back room underneath the tree.
One of my absolute favorite restaurants, do not miss the tea leaf salad and Ginger Lemonade!
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Mandalay Restaurant
4348 California StOne of my absolute favorite restaurants, do not miss the tea leaf salad and Ginger Lemonade!
Reservations can be a challenge, but the Ramen is worth the wait!
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Izakaya Sozai
1500 Irving StReservations can be a challenge, but the Ramen is worth the wait!
Looking for a uniquely San Francisco experience? Take a group to enjoy dim sum for Sunday brunch! Just please have a jin doy for me for dessert:)
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Ton Kiang
5821 Geary BlvdLooking for a uniquely San Francisco experience? Take a group to enjoy dim sum for Sunday brunch! Just please have a jin doy for me for dessert:)
Sophisticated date spot for Italian. End your meal with the chocolate cake with sea salt and olive oil.
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A16
2355 Chestnut StSophisticated date spot for Italian. End your meal with the chocolate cake with sea salt and olive oil.
Grab a hearty and delicious sandwich to go and enjoy an urban picnic at Marina Green, Fort Mason or hike up to Alta Plaza or Lafayette Park in Pacific Heights.
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The Sandwich Spot SF
3213 Pierce StGrab a hearty and delicious sandwich to go and enjoy an urban picnic at Marina Green, Fort Mason or hike up to Alta Plaza or Lafayette Park in Pacific Heights.
The Plant Cafe Organic
3352 Steiner StHealthy eats and delicious fresh juices
Roam Artisan Burgers
1785 Union StCasual spot for great burgers
Enjoy the Russian Hill atmosphere at this lively and popular tapas spot
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Zarzuela
2000 Hyde StreetEnjoy the Russian Hill atmosphere at this lively and popular tapas spot
Can't miss bakery! Grab their delicious Morning Bun, Chocolate Croissant or Bread Pudding and then enjoy in nearby sunny Dolores Park!
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Tartine Bakery
600 Guerrero StCan't miss bakery! Grab their delicious Morning Bun, Chocolate Croissant or Bread Pudding and then enjoy in nearby sunny Dolores Park!
If you can stand the wait, you'll be rewarded with a delicious breakfast at this loved North Beach spot
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Mama's On Washington Square
1701 Stockton StIf you can stand the wait, you'll be rewarded with a delicious breakfast at this loved North Beach spot
Grab a delicious ice cream cone! Don't worry, the line moves fast.
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Bi-Rite Creamery
3692 18th StGrab a delicious ice cream cone! Don't worry, the line moves fast.
Saiwaii Ramen
2240 Irving StDelicious Ramen in a super casual atmosphere
No reservations means long waits at peak hours. My favorite pizza in San Francisco, try the Cal-Italia!
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Tony's Pizza Napoletana
1570 Stockton StNo reservations means long waits at peak hours. My favorite pizza in San Francisco, try the Cal-Italia!
Frascati
1901 Hyde StCalifornia-Mediterranean dining at this Russian Hill jewel
Super Duper Burgers
721 Market StSan Francisco's version of a fast-food burger chain.
Indulge in a red velvet cupcake or other yummy treat at this neighborhood bakery
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SusieCakes
2109 Chestnut StIndulge in a red velvet cupcake or other yummy treat at this neighborhood bakery
Potrero Hill is a delightful, sunny neighborhood and this Italian restaurant is a splendid place to enjoy a cozy meal!
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Aperto
1434 18th StreetPotrero Hill is a delightful, sunny neighborhood and this Italian restaurant is a splendid place to enjoy a cozy meal!
Brunch is bloodsport in San Francisco and this one lives up to the hype! Get ready for a looooong wait on weekends.
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Plow
1299 18th StBrunch is bloodsport in San Francisco and this one lives up to the hype! Get ready for a looooong wait on weekends.
Serious coffee for the serious Mission hipsters. Great space and people-watching!
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Four Barrel Coffee
375 Valencia StSerious coffee for the serious Mission hipsters. Great space and people-watching!
The BEST spot to enjoy a cocktail and watch the Sunset over the Pacific Ocean
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Cliff House
1090 Point Lobos AveThe BEST spot to enjoy a cocktail and watch the Sunset over the Pacific Ocean
Grab a coffee and stroll down Ocean Beach or the footpath on the Great Highway to enjoy majestic Pacific Ocean views.
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Java Beach Café
1396 La Playa StGrab a coffee and stroll down Ocean Beach or the footpath on the Great Highway to enjoy majestic Pacific Ocean views.
Shopping
Cris Consignment
1813 Polk StHigh-end women's clothing consignment shopping at it's best
Walgreens
1363 Divisadero StForget something? Grab it at this nearby pharmacy
Ambiance
3979 24th StWomen's boutique for fun clothes and accessories
SEPHORA
2083 Union StForget a beauty must-have?
Chronicle Books
1846 Union StreetA delightful bookstore with truly something for everyone on your gift list!
PlumpJack Wine & Spirits
4011 24th StWine shop to pick up some terrific local spirits
Apple Chestnut Street
2125 Chestnut StForget your iPhone charger?
Gap
2159 Chestnut StNeed a forgotten clothing item?
Candles galore and other beautiful home decor items that make fantastic gifts
Our Union St. location has closed
Candles galore and other beautiful home decor items that make fantastic gifts
Delightful neighborhood bookstore, great selection of Children's books if you need a gift!
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Christopher's Books
1400 18th StDelightful neighborhood bookstore, great selection of Children's books if you need a gift!
Rickshaw Bagworks
904 22nd StRickshaw HQs! Great bags and more for fun fun gifts.
Sightseeing
Take in Cliff House, the Sutro Baths and hit this great Visitors Center for a map before heading out for a beautiful urban hike on the Lands End trail
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Lands End Trail
Lands End TrailTake in Cliff House, the Sutro Baths and hit this great Visitors Center for a map before heading out for a beautiful urban hike on the Lands End trail
Walk, bike or jog to take in some of San Francisco's most spectacular scenery of the Golden Gate Bridge, Marin Headlands and Alcatraz
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Crissy Field
Walk, bike or jog to take in some of San Francisco's most spectacular scenery of the Golden Gate Bridge, Marin Headlands and Alcatraz
Enjoy an evening stroll to take in this magnificent Beaux Arts building lit up at night
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I-Palace of Fine Arts
3601 Lyon StEnjoy an evening stroll to take in this magnificent Beaux Arts building lit up at night
Be sure to also walk the surrounding Greenwich and Filbert Street Staircases to take in a truly unique "village" of houses and gardens
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Coit Tower
Be sure to also walk the surrounding Greenwich and Filbert Street Staircases to take in a truly unique "village" of houses and gardens
Iziko lede Young
50 Hagiwara Tea Garden DrArt museum with a great gift shop and cafe!
Gorgeous building houses an enchanting and encyclopedic collection of Asian Art. Don't miss their gift shop full of treasures!
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Iziko Lomuzi Wamazwe Asiya
200 Larkin StGorgeous building houses an enchanting and encyclopedic collection of Asian Art. Don't miss their gift shop full of treasures!
Pop into this magnificent building and see the Rotunda and Grand Staircase
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San Francisco City Hall
1 Dr Carlton B Goodlett PlPop into this magnificent building and see the Rotunda and Grand Staircase
An enchanting row of houses in beguiling Russian Hill with a stellar view of Coit Tower
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Macondray Lane
Macondray LaneAn enchanting row of houses in beguiling Russian Hill with a stellar view of Coit Tower
All the tourists will be a block away taking in twisty Lombard Street but make your way over a block to the Alice Marble Tennis Courts, walk to the very north and be rewarded with spectacular views!
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Alice Marble Tennis Courts
1200 Greenwich StAll the tourists will be a block away taking in twisty Lombard Street but make your way over a block to the Alice Marble Tennis Courts, walk to the very north and be rewarded with spectacular views!
No better way to spend a lazy, sunny San Francisco afternoon!
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Mission Dolores Park
19th StreetNo better way to spend a lazy, sunny San Francisco afternoon!
I-Yoda fountain
1 Letterman DrStar Wars Fan? Don't miss the delightful Yoda fountain here!
Enjoy the spectacular views at the edge of the world and marvel at all the cold water surfers!
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Ocean Beach
La Playa StEnjoy the spectacular views at the edge of the world and marvel at all the cold water surfers!
Baker Beach
One of my favorite places to admire the Golden Gate Bridge from
Headed up to Marin? Include this in your sightseeing plans! Just be sure to check the hours the small suspension footbridge is open to the lighthouse
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I-Lighthouse Point Bonita
Headed up to Marin? Include this in your sightseeing plans! Just be sure to check the hours the small suspension footbridge is open to the lighthouse
Looking for a great day-trip outside San Francisco? Enjoy beautiful Point Reyes for a beautiful drive, short or long hike!
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Point Reyes National Seashore
Looking for a great day-trip outside San Francisco? Enjoy beautiful Point Reyes for a beautiful drive, short or long hike!
Just have to do the Alcatraz tour? Book in advance! Check out the special 'night tours' for an extra element of spookiness!
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Alcatraz Cruises station
Just have to do the Alcatraz tour? Book in advance! Check out the special 'night tours' for an extra element of spookiness!
Rent a bicycle, ride across the Golden Gate Bridge to picturesque Sausalito. The best bet is to then board the Ferry with your bicycle back to San Francisco
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Sausalito
Rent a bicycle, ride across the Golden Gate Bridge to picturesque Sausalito. The best bet is to then board the Ferry with your bicycle back to San Francisco
Drinks & Nightlife
Grab an outdoor table and indulge in cheeseburgers and beer at this great neighborhood spot
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Liverpool LiL's
2942 Lyon StreetGrab an outdoor table and indulge in cheeseburgers and beer at this great neighborhood spot
Essentials
Safeway
15 Marina BlvdStock up on snacks or drinks at this large grocery store
Everything Else
Sick? Minor accident? Skip the ER and visit the great Urgent Care instead.
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Dignity Health-GoHealth Urgent Care
1085 Valencia StSick? Minor accident? Skip the ER and visit the great Urgent Care instead.
Sunday morning Farmer's Market. Don't miss the Crepe Stand!!!
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Fort Mason Center Farmers' Market
Marina BoulevardSunday morning Farmer's Market. Don't miss the Crepe Stand!!!
Crown Cleaners
1601 Buchanan StNeed something dry cleaned?
SenSpa
1161 Gorgas AveJapanese-influenced day spa for massages, facials and relaxation
I cannot get enough of their tiles! Love the seasalt and olive oil chocolate bar too! Great gifts!
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Poco Dolce Confections
2421 3rd StI cannot get enough of their tiles! Love the seasalt and olive oil chocolate bar too! Great gifts!
Need your spinning fix? Go online and book a spot at super-popular Soul Cycle on Union Street!
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SoulCycle
2095 Union StreetNeed your spinning fix? Go online and book a spot at super-popular Soul Cycle on Union Street!
Arts & Culture
AMC Kabuki 8
1881 Post StCatch the latest movies and enjoy a cocktail here
San Francisco Opera
301 Van Ness AveEnjoy a night out at the San Francisco Opera!
San Francisco boasts one of the top professional Ballet companies!
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San Francisco Opera
301 Van Ness AveSan Francisco boasts one of the top professional Ballet companies!
Be sure to check out the performance schedule for San Francisco Symphony
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I-San Francisco Symphony
201 Van Ness AveBe sure to check out the performance schedule for San Francisco Symphony
Looking for laughs? You'll find them at this North Beach stand-up comedy club
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Cobb's Comedy Club
915 Columbus AveLooking for laughs? You'll find them at this North Beach stand-up comedy club
Scope out San Francisco street art and see the murals of Clarion Alley
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Clarion Alley
Clarion AlleyScope out San Francisco street art and see the murals of Clarion Alley
Scope out San Francisco street art and see the murals of Balmy Alley
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Balmy Alley
50 Balmy StScope out San Francisco street art and see the murals of Balmy Alley